Sep
23
2011
by
Diana Nichols in
[ allABOUT Websites ]
This is one of the most common questions I hear – and one of the most basic when planning a site. With all the choices out there today, it can be intimidating. It can feel like staring at a blank canvas and not knowing where to start.
The short answer is that what’s right for you is what you like.
Of course there are some practical guidelines, but above all else, a website is a marketing tool – and it should represent you (or your company).
Here are some tips and guidelines to help you make the decisions that will make your website do its job effectively.
Starting Design
Places to start looking for ideas and elements:
A website, as one of your marketing materials, should coordinate with the others. (Not match, necessarily, but they should have the same look and feel so that viewers recognize them as your “brand.”)
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Diana Nichols
Lavender Threads
http://lavenderthreads.com
I am a self-professed computer geek - fascinated with computers since childhood, and creating websites for clients since the Internet was a toddler - in 1995.
I started Lavender Threads in 1998, focusing on creating websites that my clients could update themselves by building admin pages to make it easy for them to modify their pages.
In 2009 I began actively designing and modifying sites built on the WordPress platform, as it offers a very easy interface for clients to use - that I don't have to build each time.
For those who understand such things, I am proficient with HTML, PHP, CSS, MySQL, MSSQL, ColdFusion, and Javascript. If that doesn't mean anything to you, just skip ahead.
I also have a strong background in marketing, event management and internet technology; and am an artist and certified Life Coach.
I love working with clients who know exactly what they want, and with those who really don't know where to start.
I'm always happy to answer questions about the Web and websites!
Sep
13
2011
by
Susan Brown in
[ allABOUT Empowerment ]
My antennae are always up looking for success-building strategies. I recently discovered three powerful tips while watching the dance auditions for one of my favorite TV programs, So You Think You Can Dance. These tips are guaranteed to amp up your success.
Success Booster #1:Your word is a powerful energetic force by which you communicate, think and create the events in your life.
One dancer when asked about her desire to be in the competition answered with a quote from her mother: “My momma always told me that what you say, you speak into existence.” She then went on to passionately talk about her dreams and her commitment to developing her potential to its fullest.
Ask yourself:
Do my words clearly express what I want and who I am OR do they send unclear messages?
Are my words moving me forward OR keeping me stuck in place?
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Susan Brown
Impact Coaching LLC
http://www.susanbrowncoaching.com/
Susan, a certified life and leadership coach, specializes in helping entrepreneurs and leaders do work that is spiritually, emotionally, mentally and financially prosperous. She uses a blend of coaching that addresses the heart, mind and spirit. Areas of focus include increasing energy levels, overcoming a state of overwhelm, maintaining a healthy work life balance, clarifying life purpose and calling, managing emotions and increasing brain potential.
Susan is a 13 year breast cancer thriver committed to helping others live a joyful, significant and fulfilling life - with the one and only life we have.
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