Every small business needs a website!
Whatever I am planning to do, whether I am looking for a new piece of furniture, a present for a friend or an activity for the school holidays, I always look it up on the internet. Even if I read an advert in a magazine, I'll look for a website to check opening times, location, prices and find out further details.
Maybe you think that is because I have always worked with computers and so it is the easiest way for me to get the information I need....possibly, but I'm not the only one! We are living in the information age and most people I know would look to the internet as the main source of information. If you own a small business, you need to have a website to reach your customers.
But it is difficult to know what you need, especially if computers isn't your thing!
Here's some advice to get you started. Have a look at what your competitors are doing. I bet you'd be surprised. I worked on a website for a carpet retailer. He told me who his competitors in that area were, but when I looked on the internet I discovered many more. A small business doesn't always look so small on the internet!
Having a website doesn't mean you have to launch into selling your products online either. It's about having a presence, telling people who you are, what products or services you offer and how they can get in touch with you.
If a business doesn't have a website, I don't usually choose them....but I do consider them as a potential customer!
Talk to me about your business, I can help you work out what would be best for your needs and within your budget.
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