Designing, you say?  Me?  Yes, I did say designing...

A few years ago, when I was first introduced to the world of Internet site design, I thought it would be impossible to learn everything there is to know about the Web.  It all seemed so overwhelming! I still haven't learned "all the facts" about Web design or the Internet, but did make one important discovery on this journey - I didn't have to know everything about Web design to build a very effective and intriguing Website.

This very site is living online proof that, with minimum Internet knowledge, beginners can design an efficient Internet site in just a short period of time.  Throughout this site, you'll find the resources and step by step instructions you will need to design your own complete business or personal Website.

Designing Your Own Website is the First Step Toward Reaching Your Goal

Whether you're thinking of starting an online business or just adding your "personal" touch to the World Wide Web, designing your own Website is the first step toward reaching your goal.  You could hire some fancy designer to design your site for you, but that's no fun.  Besides, you want your Website to reflect your personality, your decisions and hard work, and your unique ideas, right?

Once subscribed to Web Design Weekly above, please continue reading below.  Here are just a few ideas to get your wheels turning...

Below are ideas both for developing a personal or business Website.  With these ideas, you'll be able to develop a basic outline for your new Website. 

Your Personal Website:

Share your family tree with others and find long, lost relatives.

 

Build a site around your favorite hobby.  Let others in the world know your expertise and knowledge about how to do it better.  You can include pictures, demonstrations, and detailed instructions.

 

Start a community for your family.  Update family reunions (photos, minutes, dates, locations, and times), keep a database of birthdays and "new" births, have a "kids' only" section, and even start a family picture album for all the different members of your family - there's tons of unique ways to build your family community!

 

Offer a volunteer Website for your Church or your favorite organization - boy/girl scouts, charity events, cancer foundations, etc...

If you're still not sure about the theme of your personal Website, go here for 101 Personal Website Ideas.

Your Internet Business Site:

• Turn your favorite hobby into a part time or full time Internet business.  If you're good at sewing, homeowner repairs, cooking, exercising, camping, traveling, crafts, music, writing, accounting, etc., you're the perfect candidate for an online business.  Did you know that your unique experience and knowledge can turn into profits on the Internet?

  I did not realize the power of my knowledge until I took the free email course - the Infoproduct Masters Course by Dr.  Ken Evoy.  You may have heard of him.  This is absolutely one of the best idea generating courses on the Web.  To get Ken's course in a free weekly mailing and some fantastic ideas for your Website, simply send a blank email and subscribe.
   

• You may already own a business and would like to transfer it to the Web or add an extra value to your company.  Either way, you can achieve your desired goal with the simple Web design resources provided here for you. 

  
   

• Perhaps you have a product or personal invention in mind that you would like to promote on the Internet?  There are many very successful Websites that promote only one or two products.

Interesting fact:  Sites with very specific and unique goals tend to be more successful than companies which "carry" everything from toothpaste to brakes for your car.

Just thought I'd add that in for a little encouragement.  The Internet is not much different from the "brick and mortar" world when it comes to business.  Offering the right product to the right market is still the most effective way to gain success online.

Still not sure what to market on the Internet?  Go here for 101 Business Site Ideas.

Two Important Points

There are just a couple of things to remember before you begin designing your very own Website.

1.  The Internet is an ever changing market.  To stay on top, you must stay informed.  Within this site, you'll find many useful resources to help you keep informed about Internet changes and news.

2.  Your Website's success depends on your willingness to add new updates, delete old news, find helpful resources for your visitors, deliver what you've promised, and provide a useful and informative contribution to the World Wide Web. 

Okay, ready to learn web design?