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- What is Involved in the Web Design Process? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from John k. TaylorA website is made up of many different parts, and each part takes considerable consideration on the part of the web designer or developer to bring fruition. But how exactly does a successful website design grow from an initial idea to a strong web presence? Although no website is made in ...
Views: 476 - Effective Online Marketing Strategies Part 1 - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from John k. TaylorLooking to implement an online marketing strategy to attract more traffic, and business to your website? Is your current online marketing strategy not working as well as you had hoped? Use these effective strategies in your website and you will start to notice the difference! Social Media ...
Views: 475 - How Web Designers Can Avoid ‘Scary’ Design - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from John k. TaylorIf you are currently working as a web designer (or have anything to do with the online industry) you should be browsing the internet on a daily basis, looking for what to do and what not to do. There is plenty of positively shocking design out there and, by familiarizing yourself with what ...
Views: 475 - What Characteristics Should You Expect Your SEO Copywriter To Possess? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2012 from John k. TaylorThere are a number of different people involved with the search engine optimisation (SEO) process and one of those is a copywriter. This person is charged with the task of writing content that has been optimised with keywords chosen by the client. This content is then either posted onto the ...
Views: 475 - How Newsletter Can Help In Online Marketing - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2012 from John k. TaylorWith increasing competition in online business it has become necessary to boost up the strategy of online marketing, and newsletters are one of the part of advance online marketing strategy that have come up as an instant solution to the problem, especially for small businesses. Small scale ...
Views: 474 - Strategies To Make Four Square SEO Friendly - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from John k. TaylorThese days, there can be no denying that social media is one of the best ways for your to get your brand or business noticed. Four Square is a website that is fast growing in popularity, thanks to its ability to allow users to ‘check in’ to their favourite restaurants and stores, and the special ...
Views: 474 - What are the Essential Components of a Successful Office Fitout? - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from John k. TaylorNot all office fitouts and workstations fitouts follow the same pattern, with many businesses requiring solutions to unique problems, but there are some components of the office fitout that are regarded as essential to building a successful workplace. When considering these fitout principles, it ...
Views: 474 - How To Avoid Common Graphic Design Mistakes In Your Logo - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from John k. TaylorOne of the most important factors of establishing a company or business is the defining logo but, as a graphic designer will tell you, creating a logo that is both unique and functional is not as easy as many would have you think. These are the most common mistakes made by web designers when ...
Views: 473 - How To Find A Reputable Web Design Company - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2011 from John k. TaylorWhen looking to hire a web design company to either create a website from scratch or to fix up an existing site that you may have, it is important to find a reputable one who isn’t going to disappear a year down the track. You want to hire a web design company that is reliable, professional, has ...
Views: 473 - How To Keep Up To Date As A Web Designer - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2012 from John k. TaylorAs that internet, or online world, is developing so fast these days, it can be hard for the web designers who help to create it to stay up to date with all the latest trends and developments. Some designers may not even know how they should be staying up to date, which can cause them some ...
Views: 473 - Tips for Combining your Social Media and SEO Strategies - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2011 from John k. TaylorSocial media and SEO, being the latest buzzwords in marketing, seem to offer unlimited success in raising brand awareness and reaching new customers online. Both strategies are foolproof, however, and both can actually diminish the online success of a brand if handled clumsily. SEO and social ...
Views: 473 - Can CMS Become Problematic for SEO? - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from John k. TaylorSEO (Search Engine Optimization) dealing largely with good content is expected to perform well when an effective CMS (Content Management System) is implemented, as the scope for fresh and informative content increases drastically. So far, we have known CMS as one of the best friends of SEO. ...
Views: 472 - Designing Websites With SEO In Mind - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2012 from John k. TaylorWhen a website is turned over into the hands of the search engine optimization (SEO) team, it is often a myriad of confusing and complex sections, with design on top of design on top of design. This can make it highly difficult for the search engine spiders to index the content of the site, ...
Views: 472 - SEO For Your Website Made Easy - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from John k. TaylorWhilst there can be no denying that search engine optimization (SEO) is not the easiest thing in the world to do, it can be much simpler than what people have been led to believe. As long as you have some understanding of why the various elements are important (as well as how to utilize them as ...
Views: 471 - Why You Cannot Miss SEO in Online Business? - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2011 from John k. TaylorToday, a large number of people are opting for online business to maximize their profit, as millions of internet users visit websites with an intention to buy products online. The graph of online sales chart also shows a rising trends in recent years. But, does creating a website and uploading ...
Views: 471 - Top Tips For Choosing Caravans For Sale - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2012 from John k. TaylorWhen it comes to looking at caravans for sale, we are blessed with the substantial number that is on the market. Essentially, you can find whatever you are after in terms of size, colour, brand, and accessories. In some ways, however, having a large amount of choice can make the ultimate ...
Views: 470 - What You Should Know Before Becoming A Freelance Web Designer Part 1 - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2012 from John k. TaylorIt is not uncommon for people to want the luxury of working from home, and many web designers are able to achieve this through freelancing. But this isn’t as easy as it sounds. To become a successful freelancer, it takes a lot of work and is really not for everyone. If you are considering ...
Views: 470 - Common Problems Clients Cause Web Designers - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2012 from John k. TaylorWhen it comes to being a web designer, there are many issues that you will have to deal with on a daily basis. Unfortunately, a lot of the issues that web designers must face are caused by their clients, and this can make completing the project problematic or even downright impossible. By ...
Views: 468 - How Web Developers Can ‘Turn Off’ - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2012 from John k. TaylorMany web developers are inflicted with a disease of sorts that can greatly hamper their ability to live both a productive and well-rounded life. This disease is known as being ‘always on’. These afflictions are made all the more worse by the fact that developers are constantly surrounded by ...
Views: 468 - Do I Have To Go To University To Work In The Web Development Industry? - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2012 from John k. TaylorAnswering this question becomes harder and harder every day, as the number of successful individuals who have and have not received a formal education continues to rise. Whilst many people are strict advocates of going to university in order to learn the ins and outs of web development, others ...
Views: 467 - How Facebook Advertising Can Boost Your Online Marketing Campaign - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from John k. TaylorThese days, it is not uncommon for a business to have an active Facebook page, where fans can engage with their brand and be privy to the latest updates and news. But, as an online marketer, have you ever considered how advertising through Facebook can really give your campaign a boost? The ...
Views: 467 - What To You Shouldn’t Do In A Web Design - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2012 from John k. TaylorWhen it comes to web design, we are all concerned about what has to be included in a design, but rarely care about the things to be avoided. This is exactly where we get into pitfalls and end up creating a website that annoys and frustrates our viewers. It is not just newbies but also ...
Views: 467 - Where can Bifolds be Used? - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2011 from John k. TaylorBifolds can be used as either doors or windows in a variety of locations around the home or in a commercial setting. The doors fit in seamlessly with any style of building and give the best transition from inside to out available. It's also easy to care for and are secure and durable, making ...
Views: 467 - What You Should AVOID in a Web Design - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2011 from John k. TaylorWeb designing is more than just creativity. This is all about how well you communicate with viewers and makes them inquisitive enough to navigate all through the pages. A website is worthwhile only if it can hold the viewers on the page for longer. But, it is not possible without a better web ...
Views: 466 - Why We Cannot Ignore SEO in Online Business? - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2011 from John k. TaylorSEO and online business goes hand in hand. If you are into online business you are bound to optimize your website using SEO (Search Engine Optimization) techniques. This is due to the reason that creating website doesn’t help alone if it is not visible to customers and for this you need to ...
Views: 466 - What Are The Ethics Of Working As A Web Designer? - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2012 from John k. TaylorIn this day and age, every profession has its own set of ethical guidelines that its members are supposed to adhere to, and this is no different for those working as web designers. Whilst there can be no denying that the ethical considerations for those working in the design industry are by no ...
Views: 465(1 vote) - A Comparative Look At Architecture And Web Design - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from John k. TaylorThe field of design is quite a large one, and it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure out that there are going to be similarities between many of the different ‘arty’ careers. If you work in web design, for example, you might wonder whether your skills and design rules could translate to ...
Views: 464 - Handy tips you can use to improve SEO on your website - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from John k. TaylorGetting your website ready for search engines, or making it SEO friendly, can be tricky which is why it’s a good idea to get someone experienced to help and point you in the right direction. However there are some simple steps that you can take to get the process started and to help your SEO ...
Views: 464 - How Good Web Design Can Help A Small Business - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2011 from John k. TaylorWeb design is an essential part of creating a successful website for your business, even if it is small or operates from home. You are, after all, trying to attract potential clients to partake in your business. With all of the various design tools at your fingertips these days, what are some ...
Views: 463 - How To Create The Best Web Design Portfolio - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from John k. TaylorWhen you are looking to attract potential web design clients to your business, one of the most valuable tools you have at your disposal for doing this is your portfolio. Yours needs to have great style and a completely unique design (this is what you do for a living, after all), but don’t do ...
Views: 463 - What determines the cost of a web design? - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from John k. TaylorThe range of charges that you can expect to pay for a web design vary enormously, from a few hundred dollars to a million or more – but what exactly determines the differences in cost between websites? And does price really make a difference in terms of how effective a promotional exercise your ...
Views: 463(1 vote) - What determines the cost of a web design? - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from John k. TaylorThe range of charges that you can expect to pay for a web design vary enormously, from a few hundred dollars to a million or more – but what exactly determines the differences in cost between websites? And does price really make a difference in terms of how effective a promotional exercise your ...
Views: 463(1 vote) - What Handy Tools Has Firefox Added For Web Developers? - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2012 from John k. TaylorAt the beginning of February, Firefox for Windows, Mac and Linux released some handy tools for web developers that will allow them to change the look and feel of a website in real time. This will make the job of a developer much easier and will allow them to do some incredible things with the ...
Views: 463 - How To Choose The Best Custom Home Builder - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2012 from John k. TaylorWhen it comes to the construction of your custom home, there are endless possibilities to take into consideration – designs, features, floor plans and colour selection are just some of the aspects that you will need to decide on. Because these are decisions that you don’t want to get wrong, it ...
Views: 462 - Office Design For Collaborative Spaces - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from John k. TaylorIn office design, creating a space that promotes and encourages collaboration can be one of the more difficult targets to achieve. In many industries, collaboration between employees is the ideal way to come up with new ideas and make the finished projects bigger and better than ever. Team ...
Views: 462 - The FAQ Of Caravanning (Part 1) - by Submitted on May 11, 2012 from John k. TaylorA lot of people tend to steer clear of purchasing a caravan or choosing to stay in one simply because they have a number of unanswered questions (and they are apprehensive about asking someone who would be able to help them). To save yourself some embarrassment, you should see whether your ...
Views: 462 - How to Build a Successful Brand Identity with your Web Design? - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from John k. TaylorAs soon as people begin visiting your newly established web design, opinions and judgements will be formed about your brand, even if you have put no thought to your brand identity during the development process. It is important, therefore, that some effort be made to create a successful brand ...
Views: 461 - The Deadly Sins Of Web Design - by Submitted on May 05, 2012 from John k. TaylorIf you know anything about popular culture, the seven deadly sins will not be news to you – they are the emotions that we humans feel that are said to send us straight to hell. Have you ever thought of applying these sins to the world of web design? They do a pretty good job of describing the ...
Views: 461 - Tips To Save Web Developers Time And Money - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2012 from John k. TaylorAs clients are consistently demanding that their websites be finished and ready to go live in smaller and smaller time frames, it is becoming increasingly important to save both time and money in the web development industry. Use these tips to speed up the process, thereby saving a considerable ...
Views: 461 - How to Make Good Web Development Decisions - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from John k. TaylorGood decision making processes in web development can save time and money and prevent unexpected nuisances or even disasters. These decision making processes should therefore be applied to all issues in web development, from as sudden server outages, to negotiating with a client or the whole ...
Views: 460 - Top Tips For Improving Your Site’s SEO - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2012 from John k. TaylorWhen it comes to implementing an effective search engine optimization (SEO) strategy for your website, there is a lot more to it than just chucking in a few keywords and submitting it to the search engines. Use these handy tips to help improve your SEO thinking, and you will begin to see a ...
Views: 460 - Are PPC Ads Useful for SEO? - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2011 from John k. TaylorTo begin answering the question of whether pay per click advertising is an effective method of SEO, it's important to understand that, while both exercises can put your website on the first page of search engine results, PPC ads are not technically an SEO tactic, but rather an alternative to ...
Views: 459 - Should Web Designers Work With Multiple Screens Or Not? - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2012 from John k. TaylorOne of the most desirable achievements for many web designers is an increase in productivity – they are forever looking for technological ways to improve their workflow and, one of these ways is through the use of multiple computer screens. Whilst most designers are content with two screens, ...
Views: 458 - How to Keep your Office Fitouts on Budget - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2011 from John k. TaylorDo you want an office fitout that looks a million dollars but doesn't blow the budget? With some clever allocation of funds, getting an impressive office fitout on a budget is more possible than it seems. By employing a reputable office fitouts firm and choosing your furnishings and features ...
Views: 457 - The Four “Ws” Of Effective Web Development Services - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2012 from John k. TaylorAny business that is hoping to get ahead in the online world needs to have some effective web development services backing them up. Not only will this ensure that your website is constantly up and running smoothly, it will also ensure that your visitors receive the best browsing experience ...
Views: 457 - Should You Share Your SEO Secrets With Your Clients? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2012 from John k. TaylorThe search engine optimization (SEO) industry is shrouded in secrecy – the companies who are paid thousands of dollars for their services don’t want anyone else to steal their techniques or tricks. This often means, however, that these SEO companies are also keeping their clients in the dark ...
Views: 455 - Tools To Make Your Web Development More Efficient - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2012 from John k. TaylorAre you a developer who is sick and tired of having to do everything manually? Does sifting through your code to hunt down tiny mistakes make you want to scream? Then perhaps some of these web development tools will come in handy for making your work more efficient. CSS Grid Builder This is a ...
Views: 455 - What You Shouldn’t Ignore In Web Design - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2012 from John k. TaylorWeb designing is far beyond matching color, choosing theme and loading images. This is a very vast subject that includes almost every aspect of a website. Probably this is the reason why often web designers find it difficult to concentrate on each part. Also, designers don’t find it uncommon to ...
Views: 452 - How To Find An SEO Expert - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2011 from John k. TaylorHave you ever thought about hiring an SEO expert to help your website get ahead in the rankings game? There are literally thousands of people and companies these days that are claiming to be SEO experts, but how do you pick the real from the fakes? If you’ve found one that you think looks okay, ...
Views: 451 - How Web Development Helps To Improve Your Business - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from John k. TaylorTaking web development for granted could lead to sorry end of your online business. Yes, it might sound scary, but it is true. Most of the business people do not actually understand the significance of web development and end up with a loss in business. If you are into online business and want ...
Views: 451 - A Guide To Using Large Backgrounds In Your Web Designs - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2012 from John k. TaylorOne of the main reasons that large backgrounds are used in web design is because they are known to make quite an impressive impact. Designers are able to play with the depth of field or focus that such backgrounds offer them, allowing them to create more interesting and engaging websites. And ...
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