I’ve seen website design trends come and go over the years. Sometimes what looks cool or cutting edge on a website isn’t the best solution for search engine optimization or the user experience. It’s important to balance the idea of a sharp design with the focus on achieving the goals of your website. I believe you can have both but you …
Mobilegeddon – What you need to know about Google’s Newest SEO Ranking Factor
In one short week the mighty Google Mobilegeddon will come upon us. April 21, 2015. The Mopocalypse. Digital Dooms Day. Will it be an instant SEO suicide for all websites that don’t have a “mobile-friendly” user interface or will it be an epic panic-inducing fail like Y2K? No way am I going to jump on any bandwagon with both feet, but I will …
2015 Website Design Trends
2015 is almost here, so let’s look ahead to some of the most widely accepted website trends to keep in mind so you can be successful in the new year. If you haven’t redesigned your website in the last 2 years, a ton has changed. Maybe it’s time to ring in the new year with an updated website with these powerhouse …
Website Design Tips for 2014
Having a well-designed website is about more than looking good. It’s about getting results. Here are some website design tips for 2014… The good news is that “getting results” is exactly what Google is hoping for you, so they reward good design with stronger SEO rankings. Did you know that many of Google’s ranking factors are focused on your site visitor’s …
7 Signs that it’s Time for a Website Redesign
How often should you redesign your website? With a little quick searching, you’ll find that most experts will suggest a website redesign every 2-3 years. We agree. But with one caveat: you can wait 2-3 years, as long as you update your site a minimum of every 1-2 weeks between full redesigns. Updates might things like upcoming events, announcements, industry …
When is a website design finished?
When is a website design finished? I’m sorry, but hopefully never. Websites have changed. I don’t just mean the design styles, with a crisp layout or better graphics. I mean the purpose and function of a website has changed. Remember when websites were basically an online brochure? A place to promote your business. People added gobs of text and key …