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3 years ago, we thought a "good" website was all I needed. ✨ Trendy colors? Check. ✨ Fancy fonts? Double-check. ✨ ... Results? Crickets. I couldn’t figure out what went wrong. Everything looked amazing! Then it hit me: Looking good wasn’t enough. Clients weren’t booking because my website didn’t guide them—it just dazzled them. Here’s what changed: I stopped designing to impress and started designing to connect. ✅ I focused on making my site easy to navigate. ✅ I added clear, irresistible calls-to-action. ✅ I made sure my brand spoke to my ideal client’s needs. That’s when the magic happened. My website started working for me, not against me. So, coaches: Ask yourself— Is your website just "pretty"? Or is it smart enough to turn visitors into clients? 💬 Tell me—what’s one thing your website needs right now? Let’s chat! 💻✨

Stop overloading your website with text if you want your website to attract new clients Less is more when it comes to the info you need on your site. Potential clients need to be able to make an informed decision but that essay you’ve essentially written on your homepage isn’t going to cut it. Focus on the outcomes your clients want when looking to work with a business like yours and spare the fluff. They don’t need an airy-fairy description of why coaching is good or the evolution of graphic design in the last 50 years. Keep it short, sweet and concise using plenty of headings. Need an expert pair of eyes on your website to make sure you’ve not strayed into essay-territory? My Website Whizz website audit service is just what you need. Comment WHIZZ for more information. Image description: Want your site to attract more clients? Spare the fluff in bold black font. There's a purple stripe down the left edge of the graphic. Hashtags: #KimScotland #WebDesign #WebsiteDesigner #SmallBusiness

Top 3 Website Mistakes Small Businesses Make (and How to Avoid Them!) 🚫 1. Not Mobile-Friendly With more people browsing on their phones, a website that isn’t mobile-optimized is a missed opportunity! Make sure your site looks great on all devices. 🚫 2. No clear Call-to-Actions If your visitors don’t know what to do next, they’ll bounce. Add clear, bold CTAs to guide them—whether it’s to shop, contact, or sign up! 🚫 3. Outdated Design & Content Your website is often your first impression. Keep it fresh with modern design and regularly updated content to stay relevant and trustworthy. ✨ Want to know how to level up your website? 🗓Book a free discovery call through the link in my bio. #websitetips #smallbusiness #webdesign #webdesigner #businessowner #customwebsite #webdesigntips #collingwoodontario #torontodesigner #torontowebdesigner #productphotographer #smallbusinesstips #femaleentrepreneur Website tips, Simcoe County, Collingwood, Thornbury, Wasaga Beach

Challenge: How to make your website that bloody brilliant that users wouldn't dare leave? Show them dogs. Ideally, loads of dogs having an absolute ball. That's what we done for one of our clients Yappie Dayz recently, creating their full website from scratch and providing them with a web header video that's instantly engaging. With a web header video, I always say the aim is to showcase an overview of your business before a user even reads the first word. That's the beauty of what we do at Squinty Pixels, we can lean on our video production and design expertise to make websites that are free of stock images. Meaning you get images and video bespoke to you while your competitors use American stock images 🫠 The beauty of it is, it's all included in one simple package cost. So if a highly visual website is what your after, get in touch. And for now, enjoy the doggies! 🐕

What would a caveman think if they encountered your website? Assuming he got over the idea of a magical box that can be made to project different images with a few clicks of something called a keyboard, would he be attracted to your website? Or would it make him want to smash the box to make the disturbing image go away? It may seem like a hypothetical question, but that’s only partly true. Of course cavemen aren’t time traveling to the 21st century (that I know of,) but you might be surprised at how little our brains have developed since our caveman days. While on a conscious level, we know that a picture of a roaring tiger does not pose a threat, on a subconscious level our brains are freaking out. This is part of what can make designing your website and crafting your content so tricky. Not only do you have to anticipate how the design of your website, your word choice, and formatting is making people feel when they see your website, but they often won’t be able to articulate why they don’t like your website. They just know they don’t want to stick around. #bookreview #marketingpsychology #digitalmarketingstrategy

Slow clap for… an excellent website! 🎉 Take it from Ashe- an impactful website doesn’t just look good, it works hard for your business or organization, too! Here are 10 ways to give your site a standing O: 1. Clear Navigation- Easy to explore and find what you need 2. Responsive Design- Even looks perfect on your dad’s flip phone. 😅 Okay, maybe that’s too far. 3. On Brand- it’s truly magical when a visitor's online experience matches their in-person experience! 4. Compelling Copy- Words that make visitors fall in love with you and your mission. 5. User-Friendly- No hoops to jump through! Jumping through hoops is for circus performers. 6. SEO-Optimized- Helps people find you faster through the language they actually use! 7. Crisp Graphics- Pixelated pictures and outdated graphics will look like you haven’t updated your site in a while and leave people wondering if you’re still in business. 8. Clear Call-to-Actions- Know exactly where to click and where the button will take them. 9. Trust-Building- Elements like testimonials and portfolios do the heavy lifting for you. 10. Fun Factor- It’s the cherry on top if your site can make people smile. And smiling is our absolute favourite! If your website could use a little more of your own unique wow factor, we’re ready to chat! #hijinksdesignagency #website #RGD #graphicdesigncanada

I had a dream ... that it had been 8 weeks since I left #linkedIn I don't want that dream to be true, and that's why I am here💕💕 Hey, LinkedIn fams 😅😅, it has been a long while. How have you been? My break was unexpected in a way after Damilola Michael 🥳 launched his website, which I designed. I had two concurrent projects that were quite tasking. 1. A children's illustration book and an Editorial design project. I needed to use #AIprompts to create the illustrations and was stretched beyond my creative capacity. 2. A custom website design project came alongside, my client wanted a rather complex design and believe me, I thought I wouldn't be able to pull it off. But I did. I will be sure to share details when the project is finalized. These two projects are helping me understand my design limit and the stretch was so worth it. By the way, I love projects that excite and stretch my limits. That's how I learn. With this, I'm back having tackled two projects to a near-successful end. What did I miss? P.S: The picture below is a vision I run Daachiever International called the Evidence Magazine, we had a print version of the magazine last year, and it was a huge step for me. Interested in reading the magazine, visit the website here for more: https://lnkd.in/eV2RvPD2 #websitedesign #editorialdesign #backfrombreak #linkedin #stunningspotlighter

What if I told you... Your brand could tell a story that instantly resonates with the people you want to connect with. A website that does more than just look pretty; it truly embodies who you are and what you stand for. It communicates your values and speaks directly to your audience. Every detail is thoughtfully chosen to reflect your unique essence of your business. A space where your brand’s true personality shines—genuine, professional, and uniquely yours. This is where creativity and strategy blend together, turning casual visitors into loyal supporters. 💫That’s the magic that happens when your website evolves beyond a simple digital presence—it transforms into a extension of your brand, working just as hard as you do every hour of every day. ✨ Want to know how to level up your website? 💻 🗓Book a free discovery call https://lnkd.in/gvT_Cb5y #websitetips #smallbusiness #webdesign #webdesigner #businessowner #customwebsite #webdesigntips #collingwoodontario #torontodesigner #torontowebdesigner #barriewebdesigner #productphotographer #smallbusinesstips #femaleentrepreneur {Website tips, Simcoe County, Barrie, Stayner, Collingwood, Thornbury, Wasaga Beach, Grey Highlands, Owen Sound, Web Designer}

These are the images you need to have on your business website... So, you’re ready to start that dream business of yours and you need some direction on how to present yourself. You're in the right place! A visually appealing website is crucial for any new business looking to make its mark online. One of the key elements that can significantly enhance the appeal and effectiveness of your website is the use of high-quality images.

Looking a tip to keep your website users engaged? Add a touch of professionalism by adding a web header video to your main landing page. These look the part and will make your website stand out like a billboard in your backdoor.