If you’re not in the web design industry, it can be difficult to know how to choose a web design company for your small business or non-profit. There are lots of businesses out there who make a lot of promises when it comes to web design: guaranteed visitors, mobile responsiveness, sites that never need to be updated, etc. The truth is that buying a website is a lot like buying a car: some cars are great and are exactly as-advertised. Some are pretty good, but are overpriced and not worth your money. And others are downright lemons. Some Other Questions You […]
[…]your old one. You also might feel like it’s difficult to tell the difference between a good web designer and a bad one. Below are 5 warning signs to look for before you sign that contract. Warning Sign #1: Offers to Work Without a Contract The first way to spot a bad web designer is that they frequently “offer” to work without a contract. This may seem like a benefit to you, the customer. No red tape. No worries about them overcharging you. Room to haggle if you see the need. The problem is: working with a web designer without a […]
[…]why aren’t you getting the customer response you expected? You might have fallen prey to common web design mistakes that small businesses make. Even a few of these mistakes can drive all but the most loyal customers away. Web Design Mistake #1: Slow Loading Website With the advent of high-speed Internet, customers are no longer patient about waiting for webpages to load. Most customers will wait no longer than 3 to 5 seconds. There are several possible reasons that your website may be loading slowly: Your server is not fast enough You’re not using the latest version of your CMS […]
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[…]all you need to communicate in order for them to know what to create for your organization. When a web designer hears you use the term “wow factor,” it is akin to hearing you say you want that “je ne SAIS QUOI”—which is French for “I do not know what.” What is a wow factor for one client can be entirely unimpressive to another client. Web design firms can’t read their clients’ minds. But they can communicate with you to help understand what is a “wow factor” for you and your organization. Before you end your relationship with a web […]
[…]your organization needs if is not carefully crafted and maintained. Below are some of the biggest web design mistakes non-profits make and how you can avoid them. Web Design Mistake #1: Vague Mission Statements Your supporters want to know what your organization does and what your organization aspires to accomplish. A clear mission statement provides details about what your organization is currently doing to address a pressing social problem. For example, your organization’s mission statement might be: We provide lunch and dinner to hungry, homeless Washington, D.C. community members 7 days a week. Your mission statement should also tell supporters […]