Archive for the ‘Getting Started’ Category
How Easy is it to Start a Website?
I’m often asked, “Is it really hard to start a website?”
I’m also asked, “How much does it cost to put up a website?”
(These questions usually come from people who want me to tell them it’s really hard, and really expensive, so they will have an excuse not to do it.)
They’re easy questions. And the answer Read the rest of this entry »
How Much Cash for a Website?
Not just any website. You want a dynamic website, where the information grows, and where your guest has a positive experience. A website you can be proud of. Not long ago I read that the average small website cost in 2001 was $65,000; for large websites, Read the rest of this entry »
$30,000 for a Website!
One of my friends, Bill, was grumbling about his internet website. (I won’t reveal Bill’s full name, but he’s a nationally known professional speaker. It wouldn’t surprise me if you have heard him speak.)
Bill invested about $30,000 to have a beautiful website to sell his products and services. It was beautiful, but it didn’t Read the rest of this entry »
But I Already Have a Website!
Occasionally I get asked, why would I want to replace my old website. My answer is simple…. Maybe you don’t! But when we talk about it, often the answer is yes! Let’s look at the difference: ###You want an interactive, Read the rest of this entry »
Do I have to use your designated hosting service with RYOW?
Recently, we got this question: “I like Lenny’s web site and he said he did it with your system. My wife said that your system only works with certain providers — does it work with Go Daddy?” It might, or might not. Actually, it “probably” will work, Read the rest of this entry »
Ted’s Great Frustration
Not too long ago I sent an email to Ted, another professional speaker. The email was returned to me, undeliverable, so I called Ted to tell him his mailbox was full.
His response was frustration. He said his email didn’t work and his whole website was a disaster. All it was showing was Read the rest of this entry »
Nancy Waited Over a Year!
Not long ago I heard from my friend Nancy. She’s an author and publisher, and needs a website to promote her books.
She has contracted with a leading vendor Read the rest of this entry »
Should I Have a Flash Website?
“Another web design firm said they would design a ‘Flash’ website for me. Will you do that?”
It’s a frequent question. The answer is Read the rest of this entry »