Do-It-Yourself... many times can save time and some money, but NOT all times...
It is "really" a YOU Priority
If you are not a competent web designer yourself, you should not make the creation of your company's website your first priority. Figuring out how to add content to a free template or understanding how to get started with a free website builder is not something you should be doing because you have more important things to do. In reality, it takes a lot more time than you might think it does!
It would be much more productive for you to spend that time on your list of everything, including but not limited to talking to your current customers, networking in order to get new customers, replenishing your shelves, or cooking in your restaurant. You would be prudent to spend a significant amount of time locating new staff, teaching them to be as efficient as you are, and developing them to run the show when you would like to take a few days off or are needed elsewhere in your company. By doing so, you would be giving yourself the opportunity to increase your future profits. You may also think about spending more time with your loved ones and family, or you could simply take a sleep, read a book, engage in retail therapy, or go fishing. All of these activities are great ways to relax and recharge your batteries.
If you are of the opinion that the design of your business website should be your first priority, you should reassess your position. As the owner of a business, I am certain that you have a great deal of other activities to engage in that are both more beneficial to your company and enjoyable for you. Pay attention to those instead. By doing so, you will have a significantly greater beneficial impact on your company than if you were to fail at designing a website for your business on your own.
Believe me when I say that I have witnessed far too numerous do-it-yourself website failures to wish this on any enterprise proprietor.
DIY websites can be, well....not the best first impression.
One main reason DIY business website design is a bad idea is that you will most likely make a poor first impression of your company. Your website is your most significant marketing tool. Your website will most likely be the first place a potential customer learns about your company, narrative, services, and goods. And, much like in real life, you only have one chance at this.
Your web presence will influence how potential buyers see your brand. Your business website is an important element of that! You must capture your customer's interest within a few seconds (remember that goldfish have a longer attention span than humans!). If your website has a complex navigation menu, several errors, or no functional contact form, clients will go elsewhere.
Only a well-designed business website can attract and convert customers. Simply said, having a quality company website design demonstrates to site users that you are a reputable firm. It demonstrates that you care enough to invest on your web presence. DIY company website design simply does not measure up!
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