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If you've decide that a web site would benefit your business or organization, this is a series of questions to get you thinking about elements you'd like to incorporate into your website and to get me started with the planning phase. Of course you may not have all the answers at this point, but the more you can tell me the better. I have a degree in marketing and can use these skills, not only to cater to your audience, but also to target your vision early on.
Please note: At this time, all website transactions, discussions and file transmissions will be completed via email only. I apologize for any inconvenience.
Please note: At this time, all website transactions, discussions and file transmissions will be completed via email only. I apologize for any inconvenience.
If you are interested in a personal (non business) site to showcase a special event such as a wedding or just to show off your new puppy, please visit my sister site at: treasuredmomentswebsites.weebly.com
These personal sites can be completed at a slightly lesser cost
than a business site.
These personal sites can be completed at a slightly lesser cost
than a business site.
What is the primary purpose of your website?
Will you be using this for your business? organization? school project? art or photography portfolio? employment?
What would you like to name your site?
This is the name that will appear as your site name and web address. Make it memorable or easy for your customers to remember. Have a couple of backups ready just in case your first choice has been taken. It can be changed later if necessary.
What style or "feel" are you looking to accomplish?
Fun? Elegant? Simple? Busy? Professional? Cutesy?
Do you have a logo or slogan you'd like to use?
I can try to incorporate your slogan or current logo. If needed, I can attempt to design one combining graphics from public domain sites with free images that are available.
Do you have color or tone preferences?
Are you drawn to strong, bold colors? Dark or light backgrounds? Pastels? Vibrant, bright colors? Warm, rich tones? Textures or
specific colors? If no preference, what's your favorite color? Or what colors tend to show up in the photos you plan to use? Templates are sometimes limited, but often I can add backgrounds or pics to accommodate your preferences.
specific colors? If no preference, what's your favorite color? Or what colors tend to show up in the photos you plan to use? Templates are sometimes limited, but often I can add backgrounds or pics to accommodate your preferences.
Who is your target audience?
Do you have a specific group of people you see using your sight so we can appeal to them? Men? Women? Children? Young? Old? Moms? Dads? Do they have specific occupation or hobbies?
What elements do you foresee using?
Do you have a pre designed logo you wish to use? Do you want a picture of some sort included on your page heading? Videos? Photos? Slide Shows? Downloadable Forms? Descriptions? Clip art? Animation? Links to other websites? Links within your own website? A blog page? A contact form?
Are you planning to sell items from your website?
All selling is done through Google Checkout Merchant or PayPal Business/Premier, so you will need to set up one of these types of accounts in order to run an online store. There is no charge to set up a PayPal account, but be aware that they do charge a transaction fee so you'll want to adjust your pricing to compensate for that cost. As of Oct 2010, Paypal charges 2.9% of the item price + $0.30.
How many pages are you planning to have?
This can be as many or as few as you like. Typically you only want to have about 5 headings on your menu bar, so your readers won't have to scroll to another page of a menu. However, you can have many pages under each heading as you like. Side menus allow more category pages without scrolling, but there are fewer choice available for layouts.
Do you plan to do your own writing?
Are you planning to write the information included, such as opening paragraphs, item descriptions, or captions for photos? Do you have pamphlets or resumes that could be emailed and the text cut and pasted to save time? Do you want to give me a rough draft and let me fine tune it for you? I'd be happy to write from scratch if if it something very general or if I'm familiar with the subject matter, but be aware that this aspect can eat up a lot of time.
Are you working within a budget?
No one likes surprises in the form of unexpected costs. Is there a certain dollar amount you don't want to exceed? Do you want to be notified if you are in danger of exceeding the amounts listed in the "package deal"?
Most websites require several pages. Although there is still a significant amount of time devoted to design prep, if you think your website may only need a couple of pages, please contact me and I can give you an adjusted quote.
Most websites require several pages. Although there is still a significant amount of time devoted to design prep, if you think your website may only need a couple of pages, please contact me and I can give you an adjusted quote.
Are you working under time constraints?
What sort of time frame are you looking at? How soon do you need your web page finished? Days? Weeks? Next Month? The actual site is usually completed over the course of 2-5 days (depending on how quickly you can get your text and files to me) and payment is required within 14 days of completion. If you won't have the funds until next month, just let me know so I can schedule it in later. That way you won't run the risk of having the site deleted at the end of two weeks for non payment.
Do you have easy access to email?
Most, if not all, of our correspondence will be done via email. Are you able to access your email account daily to answer questions? Will you have internet access to check the site drafts and give input? Do you have a working knowledge of the computer so you're able to send files via email?
Are there other sites you like?
Can you give me a short list of website addresses that may be similar to what you're looking for or that have elements you like? If you let me know the specifics of what you like about other sites, I can see if any of those (or at least similar) elements are available within the free weebly version.
Do you intend to use a domain name that you currently own or do have any intention to upgrade to your own domain name at some point?
This can be done, but be advised that I work strictly with the free version of weebly. Upgrades or adding your own domain name must be done by you, and only after the free website I design has been completed and released to you following payment. Adding a new domain name (dropping the "weebly") to your site once it's completed is very simple. However, if you create a second weebly account to secure a name while the one I'm working on is in progress, it can cause a lot of chaos. I will not be responsible for lost domain fees if you attempt this. If you already own a domain name that is not being used, but is hosted by another site, the weebly help screens offer assistance on how to handle the process of transferring that domain name to your new weebly account. I am not a techie and cannot help you with that process, so you may want to read up on what it will entail if you already have a domain name being hosted elsewhere.
That's all there is to it!
Once you you give me a general idea of what you're looking for, all I need is the email address you want associated with the account and I can take it from there. I will never disclose your email address without authorization, but would appreciate your consent to use your new website address in my portfolio. You can't beat free publicity and advertising for your website!
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