Your New Website: A Pre-Flight Checklist for a Smooth Journey with ANewExcellence
Are You Considering ANewExcellence for Your New Website Design?
Well hold on now! (Just a sec haha) Before we get all feisty & start creating your awesome digital presence, there are a few important steps to consider… besides… where are your manners? ☺️
This is not just a Website… it’s an Investment!
We empower You to be an active participant in Your online success.
1. The Budget: Your Digital Foundation
Budget is the most crucial element. Asking for pricing without a budget is like asking for directions without knowing your starting point.
- Be realistic and upfront: Sharing your budget allows for a strategic and efficient estimate that aligns with financial capabilities and helps avoid misquotes.
- Strategic planning and resource allocation: A well-defined budget helps focus spending on the most important design elements and features, preventing overspending and ensuring a better return on investment (ROI).
- A website is an investment: Budgeting also helps plan for ongoing maintenance, updates, and marketing efforts to keep it fresh and effective.
2. Website Type & Functionality: What’s Your Story?
Before design begins, it is necessary to know what story your website will tell.
- Desired features are crucial: Do you need online appointments, e-commerce functionality, social media integration, or something unique? The more detail provided, the better the tailored solution.
- Complexity impacts cost: Basic websites with minimal features are generally less expensive than dynamic sites with database integration, user accounts, advanced features, or web applications.
3. Content is Key: Your Unique Voice
Do you have specific website copy and images prepared, or are you relying on stock photos, videos, or AI-generated content? Each approach has its own implications for pricing and authenticity.
- Authentic Content: Providing high-quality images and specific website copy gives your brand a unique voice and resonates more deeply with your audience, often saving time and money in the long run.
- Stock vs. AI-Generated: While AI-generated images offer cost-effectiveness, speed, and customization, quality can vary, and there are potential ethical and legal considerations to address. Stock images are convenient but may lack originality.
4. Brand Identity: Putting Your Best Face Forward
Your website is your online storefront. What impression do you want to make?
- Logo and branding: Do you have a logo? Does it reflect your brand’s personality, and does it need an upgrade? A strong visual identity helps users recognize, trust, and connect with your brand.
- Consistency is Key: Choose the right colors, fonts, and overall design elements that align with your brand’s essence, ensuring a cohesive and memorable online experience.
5. Domain and Hosting: Your Online Home
Think of your domain name as your website’s address and your hosting as the land it sits on.
- Register a domain name: Choose a name that’s easy to remember, relevant to your business, and helps with Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
- Secure reliable web hosting: Your hosting provider impacts website speed, security, and uptime, all crucial factors for user experience and SEO.
- SSL certificate: An SSL certificate encrypts data exchanged between your website and visitors, boosting trust and security.
Typically, we recommend IONOS WordPress Hosting. IONOS has excellent 24/7 customer service (like us haha) & also their WordPress “GROW” Hosting Plan comes with/ a free domain & free SSL Certificate (security)… unless you need e-commerce, then we might go w/ Shopify or Square.
By taking these steps, you’re not just preparing for a website launch; you’re setting the stage for a successful online presence that reflects your brand and resonates with your audience. ANewExcellence is ready to be your guide on this exciting journey, ensuring your website is built with excellence from the ground up!
Don’t Forget To Budget!
As you review domain & hosting details, consider your preferred price point / optimum project budget. Feel free to review our pre-set web design packages for guidance on pricing.
