Hi there, I’m glad you are here.
Now let’s spend a few minutes to talk about the internet.
Almost everyone is on the internet all the time. It doesn’t matter whether they are buying or selling items, watching videos, learning a new skill, making friends just name it. This has therefore made it a must to have an online presence because we can almost do just about anything online. Unfortunately, social media has become so choked and noisy that it has become increasingly harder to actually stand out and make an impact online.
How do you therefore stand out and make an even bigger impact than the billions of people and pages on Facebook, how exactly do you stand out online as a professional or a business and make an impact? The answer is very simple…Get your own website! A website is basically the core of all online marketing activities with the purpose of turning visitors into customers technically referred to as “Conversion Marketing”. Websites work.
No matter your business or profession, a website can generate business, promote goodwill among customers and prospects, and deliver strong marketing messages - whether your business is small, large or in-between, well-established or brand-new. Almost everyone uses the Web in one way or the other every day. Even if you are a completely local small business, service, contractor or consultant, odds are people have used search engines to look for something related to your business or service - and if you don't have a web site... well, you get the picture.
Your business Website does the marketing to your potential customers anywhere they might be and anytime. Perhaps the most common misconception about business websites is that they must offer products for purchase, accept credit cards and process financial transactions, and so on.Nothing could be farther from the truth. While e-commerce websites are increasingly popular, the vast majority of business websites are focused on providing information about your services, location and contact details. If your business offers products and services appropriate for retail over the Internet, then by all means you should consider an e-commerce website. But if, like most businesses, your products and services aren't intended for Internet sales, you still need a Web page of your own. And you can get one quickly and economically.
The first thing you will need is a Web hosting service - that's the storage space on a server where your files and folders are stored on computers and makes it available to Web users. Many Web hosting companies offer both domain and hosting services.
Here are some tips to consider as you decide to get a website for your business: A Domain Name The address of your website should ideally match the name of your business, such as sanmishconsult.com; in reality, many addresses are already taken. If that's the case for you, give some thought to an original Web page address/name that reflects your business. Remember: your Website address should portray your business's name or activity as closely as possible, as well as being memorable and distinctive. Your website's address is a very powerful marketing tool as well. Hosting Service A Web hosting service that is well-established and has a reputable history is highly recommended. Compare rates and determine what services and features are provided for at that rate.
Also, don't forget the future - you will find that your business Website can easily be expanded or updated. Make sure your Web hosting service can accommodate changes and additions, quickly and economically. Finally, choosing a full-featured service is smart. Does the Web hosting company also offer website creation and website software? What other features, services and products are available or included?
GETTING A WEB DESIGNER OR DEVELOPER
Designing a website can be a lot of work than you might think and that is why you will definitely need the services of a professional. Website templates can be used to accomplish building a website quickly, efficiently, and for a very small price but will lack the freedom of tweaking and customizing it to suite your preference. Custom website design costs more than making your own Website. And guess what! A BAD WEBSITE DRIVES POTENTIAL CUSTOMERS AWAY LIKE WILD FIRE…
