Building a website can be pretty complicated. I’m all about making technology Stupid Easy® That being said, here’s a few tips and a quick run down on getting started with a website.

WordPress.org vs WordPress.com

Basically, think of it as owning your own home (WordPress.org) vs renting (WordPress.com). The WordPress.org route means you are free to build what you like and add whatever you like (plugins – think of them like apps on your smartphone). WordPress.com however, is more restrictive and doesn’t allow for plugins. It will cost a bit more too because if something happens to your site you reach out to them vs WordPress.org it’s on you and your tech resources.

WordPress.org is the best route in most cases as it allows your site to grow as your business grows. It’s just intimidating to many, especially when starting out, as it can do as little or as much as you want. Think of it like your smartphone. It can do just the basics like make phone calls or it can be your portable computer.

Here is an estimated cost break down

    – Domain name ($5-20 average price going for $12.99) Here’s my referral link to Name.com

    – Web hosting (starting at $4 a month so $48/yr) Here’s my recommendation again SiteGround

    – WordPress theme free (not recommended) or higher. The one I use is Divi which is about $69/yr

    – Designer route = some will start around $1,500+

Also, if you are looking for more tips on WordPress check out my Pinterest.

Remember, take one thing at a time.

• How fast does your website load? https://developers.google.com/speed/pagespeed/insights/
• Create a mindmap to draft up your website: http://bubbl.us
• Shop for Themes
• My top WordPress theme pick is the Divi Theme
• Looking for more resources check out my Pinterest page
• Ninja Mockup (design/sketch out/ wireframe your ideas)
• Framework to build a responsive website (sketch/draft out your design)
• Best hosting service SiteGround (excellent support!)
• Homepage SEO
• SEO for Product pages
• Creating a Favicon to identify your website
• Setting up Google Analytics
• Privacy Policy Generator (Save 10%)

Important: Do not use the name “Admin” for your username on WordPress. Admin is one of the easiest ways to get hacked. If you’re currently using “Admin” as your username go here to read how you can change your username today!

If you are looking for ways to build your own landing page for a new product or service you want to offer check out my  DIY course on building a website landing page (please note, this is not on WordPress).

Yes, you can hire me to help you build a new website on WordPress and all the details can be found here.