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Mark’s Web Site Design

December 31st, 2006 at 08:20 pm by stevestuff in Website Designing

I like to place a few reviews from the website design and hosting programs that I am affiliated with, in between articles and I have a high interest in this company. It comes to us from Everett, Washington, which is 60 miles north of my home in Tacoma, Washington.

Mark must have put a new face on this website of his since last I saw it. The whole thing looks Web 2.0-ish. It is totally FAB (dare I use to that 60’s word?) !! Now, if I were to choose a webdesign co., and wanted a fresh look to it (but then, I need to learn - not get somebody 2 do it 4 me), I would be considering this dude first.

Last time I visited markswebsitedesign.com, I remember that he had a price of $349 as a starting cost for website design services. I’m not sure if that still stands or not anymore, but I’m sure that Mark is still very competitive when it comes to making a sale. Then I noticed this —

The SUPER $99.00 DEAL!
Our BETA Membership Service.

View this chart, then go here (follow to) >> Contacts >> Post 03.07.2005

[sorry I can't offer a direct link - this is an affiliate program (you can get yours there, too)]

Post from 03.02.2005: “I just finished my 1,000th web design today and I am looking forward to completing 1000 more web sites.”

At Mark’s Web Site Design, they strive to make your website design project run as smoothly as possible. They deal with many clients ranging from those who know that they need in a web site but don’t know where to begin, to customers who know exactly what they want. No matter what your level of experience, they will work closely with you throughout the whole project, offering advice when needed.

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Why Re-Design?

December 30th, 2006 at 12:55 pm by stevestuff in Website Designing

My site is working fine. The links work. Content is added regularly. We have new features. Why does my company need a re-design?

Those are all great things. Sites should be updated regularly, have new features added, and by far have working links. However, as the site grows it soon outgrows its foundation. Leading to an unorganized use of content, poor usability, and eventually chaos. A re-design is a perfect opportunity to take an inventory and put things back on track. It will also allow for a better user experience.

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Let me introduce myself. My name is Steve Shearer.
I’m currently enrolled at Bates Technical College,
in Tacoma, Washington, studying Web Development.

Of websites that I’ve recently viewed, I am now aware of the errors that are costing companies more than they realize. Not only in current customer sales, but also in prospective clients/customers.
I am offering discounted website re-design services
… as I need to develope a portfolio (my teachers will assist me).
Please contact me if you are interested.
This message will be removed when my schedule is filled.

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New Foundation

With any re-design it is a great time to do a little rethinking. Looking at the current site a question needs to be asked. What is it that people want when coming to my site? By understanding what it is people are looking for from your site you will be able to better position that information within the architecture of the entire site.

Judging by the Cover

The old adage “Never judge a book by its cover” doesn’t apply to your website. Users to your site make quick and often harsh judgment calls within seconds of viewing your homepage. By making outstanding first impression with a crisp, clean, professional look the user gets a sense of trust from the company behind the site.

Follow the Leader

Your site could have the exact information a specific user is looking for. However, if it takes too long for them to locate it chances are they will go somewhere else to find the information. By making your site as user friendly as possible you will be able to guide the user to specific areas of content. Bringing content that is hidden under multiple clicks to the forefront makes it easy for a user to locate. As well as, leads the user to other areas of your site that they might not have known about.

New Experience

New features can dramatically improve the user experience. Online calendars that allow a user to register for events are a perfect example of how a simple feature increases the value of a site. No longer does the user have to call or mail in an RSVP card. As such, the company doesn’t need a person to answer the phone for every registration.

Cheapest Employee

Your website could be your cheapest employee. It has already been mentioned that your site could make your day-to-day tasks a think of the past. By adding features to your site that help educate your user base, ehhance marketing efforts, as well as, develope a sense of who your users are you are in reality making your site work harder for you. The simple fact is that you have a site. Why not make it work harder and do more for you and your company? An offshoot of adding features like this is that your users have more interaction with your site and your company.

Your Future Customers

The whole goal of a re-design is to create a better experience for your users. There are many approaches to attain such a goal. Maybe it is a new look, a revised navigation scheme, or a complete overhaul. Whatever the outcome, your site should reflect the company behind the site and insure a sense of trust with you future customers.

Contact me today to schedule a FREE consultation on your current website. And get ideas on who you can make your website work harder for you.

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Be Careful What You Name Your Website!

December 7th, 2006 at 11:21 pm by stevestuff in Bad Web Design

What were they thinking?

The following are legitimate companies that didn’t spend quite enough time considering how their online names might appear… and be misread:

1. Who Represents is where you can find the name of the agent that represents any celebrity. Their Website is http://www.whorepresents.com

2. Experts Exchange is a knowledge base where programmers can exchange advice and views at http://www.expertsexchange.com

3. Looking for a pen? Look no further than Pen Island at http://www.penisland.net

4. Need a therapist? Try Therapist Finder at http://www.therapistfinder.com

5. There’s the Italian Power Generator company, http://www.powergenitalia.com

6. And don’t forget the Mole Station Native Nursery in New South Wales, http://www.molestationnursery.com

7. If you’re looking for IP computer software, there’s always http://www.ipanywhere.com

8. The First Cumming Methodist Church Website is http://www.cummingfirst.com

9. And the designers at Speed of Art await you at their wacky Website, http://www.speedofart.com

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