When A Web Designer Needs New Shoes

Have you ever heard the saying, “a shoemaker’s children have no shoes?”

Well in the case of a web designer and an online marketing strategist, its not only important to have an effective web presence, but also keep it updated on a regular basis.

So as of this week, we converted the old Vision Of Success website, into a new, upgraded site, using Wordpress as our platform.

The key behind Vision Of Success has always been to be a community that offers you tools and resources. I’ve always provided dozens of pages of information, and a variety of resources to help you make marketing your small business easier.

So for me, using a blogging platform was the right step.

Take a look and let me know what you think.

This is my starting point. I will be adding a video and several other resource boxes to the left navigation side of the site. But for now, it’s released and is my new starting point.

I would appreciate your comments below. I’ll take them into consideration as I change and grow in the coming weeks. Thanks!

Ten Common Website Design Mistakes

When was the last time you sat down and looked at your website – through your customers’ eyes?

When we look at our own site, we know and understand what we do. We know right where to go, and what everything means. But does your client? When they enter your site, can they navigate around and get exactly what they are looking for?

Take a look at these 10 common design mistakes, and take a second look at your own site. 

1. The Home Page Website. Do you look at your home page as your front door? Think again. If people are finding your through search engines and referrals, they are just as likely to enter on one of your other pages. Is every page welcoming?

2. Poor design. Maybe you’ve fallen in love with a particular look. But is it the most beneficial? Do you stand out from your competition? If you’re in a particular niche that uses a mass design firm, be careful of looking like everyone else. It’s good to have your visitors say WOW.

3. Poor programming. Some designers work part time or until they find their next job. They concentrate on graphics, paying little attention to coding and the detail. Make sure your designer is well rounded in all parts of designing a site.

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Vision introduces new site for Frontier Cabins

What’s the difference between a simple homemade site, and one professionally designed? Looks and traffic. 

Your site is your image to the world. When people enter your site, they make a decision in under 10 seconds whether to stay on the site, or move on. Frontier Cabins approached us after living with a homemade website for a number of years. They were ready for a clean updated look, and a more professional appearance.

Their new website focuses on their cabins through photographs and a virtual tour, and gives potential visitors more information on what to do in the Wall, South Dakota area. We focused on providing a site with quality information, and a visually stimulating look and feel. 

We also incorporated a backend management system that gives Joan the ability to change out certain information fields – like the specials located on the home page. The more you have control over, the easier it is to run your business.

Thanks Joan and Frontier Cabins for becoming a part of the Vision family!