As a website designer who has been designing custom websites since college (2012), I have a few hot takes on templates. In this blog we will chat all about WHO THEY ARE FOR (and not), what you need to look out for so you don’t get scammed with a bad template, and what I think you should start with when binging into the world of finding the perfect Squarespace (or Showit) template.
I was listening to a podcast episode hosted by a Showit Template Designer and she said to research your competition BEFORE you pick a template to make sure you don’t pick the same one. I 100% agree, but what if there is a different way?
What if you could pick a template but make it so custom to you (if you wanted) that it looked completely unique EVEN IF you were in the same industry…
Don’t worry – you’re not alone! Many aspiring entrepreneurs find themselves overwhelmed by the prospect of creating a website from the ground up.
That’s where templates come in handy. With pre-designed templates, you can quickly and easily create a professional-looking website without any coding knowledge or design experience.
From stylish layouts to customizable elements, templates offer a convenient and cost-effective solution for DIY website design, but make sure you don’t just choose one that looks pretty! You need to choose between PREMIUM SQUARESPACE TEMPLATES (not just a cute one from Etsy IYKYK).
Caryn also felt embarrassed with her website attempts—until she found the right tools.
🌟 Caryn’s Story:
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Why struggle when you can shine? This was the reason I created my signature Squarespace template + course! Beyond The Template offers:
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Literally any business can thrive off of a template (check out the tips below to make sure you’re picking the RIGHT Squarespace website template). My template works for bookkeepers, wedding photographers, podcasters, yoga studios, copywriters, content creators, social media managers, counselors (maybe you’re catching my drift).
Because it serves such a wide variety you are way less likely to have someone in your exact niche have this template. If you pick a photography-specific template, there is a greater chance that another photographer will be using the same Squarespace design.
Start with your needs and not just the design – look to make sure it has all the pages you need OR you are equipped to add those pages.
This is why I created my signature course, Beyond The Template… it is so much more than just a template. It is:
✓ Tight deadline? Launch in as little as a weekend by using the high-converting template + a course where you can learn the essential how-tos & be confident designing your website from scratch!
* Affiliate Disclaimer – I am an affiliate for some of the recommendations, but would suggest them either way!
I’ve got messy hair and a thirsty heart.
I overshare my life, and have an ultra-expressive personality.
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?!)