One Day, One Website: Watch Me Design a Site for a Small Biz Owner!
Ever wondered what it takes to design and launch a stunning small business website in just one day? In my latest YouTube video, I take you behind the scenes of a fast-paced website build for a small business owner.
From brainstorming the initial layout to overcoming unexpected tech hiccups (hello, Squarespace outage!), this project showcases the creativity, strategy, and determination it takes to create a website that looks great and works even better.
From Scratch to Launch: Building a Website in 5 Hours (Behind the Scenes) :
Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or a small business owner ready to revamp your online presence, this post will give you an inside look at my process, tips, and lessons learned.
Key Moments from the Video
- 1:30 Getting Started: The Initial Setup
The first step in building a website? A solid plan. I walk you through choosing a template, organizing content, and setting up key branding elements like fonts, colors, and imagery. - 8:20 When Squarespace Stopped Working
Every project has its challenges! I share how I navigated a brief Squarespace glitch without losing momentum (and my cool). Spoiler: It’s all about having a backup plan and staying flexible. - 9:00 Building the Homepage and About Page
These are the heart of any small business website. I focused on creating a visually engaging homepage and a compelling About Page that tells the owner’s story authentically. - 12:30 Success Story Spotlight
Highlighting customer success stories is a great way to build trust. I included a section for testimonials and case studies, making it easier for potential customers to connect with the business. - 13:45 Crafting the Contact Page
Making it easy for visitors to get in touch is key. I share my tips for designing a functional and user-friendly contact page. - 14:50 Adding an FAQ and SEO Essentials
To boost functionality and discoverability, I added an FAQ section to address common customer questions and implemented simple but effective SEO practices to improve visibility on Google. - 15:26 The Final Design and Launch
After final tweaks, the website was ready to go live. I share my post-launch checklist, including testing on mobile devices and optimizing page load speeds.
What You’ll Learn
- The power of preparation and streamlined workflows.
- How to balance speed with creativity and quality.
- Practical tips for designing key pages like the homepage, About page, and FAQ.
- How to troubleshoot and stay calm under pressure when things don’t go as planned.
Takeaways for Small Business Owners
Building a website in a day might sound ambitious, but with the right approach, it’s possible to create a polished, professional site in record time. Whether you’re tackling it yourself or hiring a designer, focus on simplicity, clarity, and functionality.
Watch the Video and Join the Journey
Want to see it all unfold? Check out the full video on my YouTube channel! Whether you’re dreaming of your own one-day website build or just curious about the behind-the-scenes process, this is a must-watch.
Let me know in the comments—what’s your biggest challenge when it comes to building a website for your business? I’d love to help!
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I’ve got messy hair and a thirsty heart.
I overshare my life, and have an ultra-expressive personality. Some words people use to describe me are: helpful, real, fun, creative, authentic, and kind.
Elphaba from Wicked is kind of my alter-ego as I am always trying to forge my own path and make a difference in the World, somehow, someway, while also constantly criticizing myself and trying to become the better version of me.
Quality conversations + coffee come easy to me.
I’ve never had an issue connecting naturally with others (probs because I can go on and on about my life story, not that it is interesting, I just process externally, anyone else?!)
I find so much joy in helping and serving others and I give myself fully to whatever it is that engages me, whether that is running a 50k or creating a website in a day.
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