Web Business Question? Get Answers Here
Whether you get a useful answer to your question depends on the competence and honesty of the person you ask it to. I have been active on the Web, both as a professional computer systems analyst, and Web business consultant, since 1992. I have also taught Web Site Information Architecture and Planning to final year college students for a few years.
I have built a few major business Web sites, including my own. In the course of my professional activities, I have had to answer more than one question, and some
hard to answer riddles
, about:
How to build a Web business using a Web site built specifically for business purposes. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions with honest, reliable, "straight from the heart" answers, from me!
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Table of Contents (TOC)(Clic on your question for the answer.)
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Do I need to hire expensive Web site graphic designers, or Web site creators to start a business on the Web? I have no programming or Web design knowledge
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- The technology, and a very smart Web entrepreneur, have caught up with your needs!
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Can I build a Web business without hiring a business plan consultant?
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- You can indeed! But … there are a few things you should be aware of before you try to build a Web business without a plan.
"I do not want to waste my time, and my money. Is there a "near foolproof" way to build a successful business on the Web?" "I am thinking of starting a business on the Web. How do I know if I am suited for it?"
"Can I build a Web business in my spare time, and still make a success of it?" "I am a newbie. I can use a computer to create documents and surf the Web. Can I build a small business on the Web?" "I want an online business, but I don't know where to start. Can you help?" "I have a business idea. How do I build a Web site to promote it?" "How long does it usually take to build a Web site for business purposes?" "How do I set up my Web site for E-commerce?" "I already have a Web site for my business, but it is not bringing in sales. Can you help?" "I already know Web programming and Web site design! How can I learn the marketing techniques that apply to the Web? I do not want to hire expensive consultants." "I have already tried a few Web site building solutions for my business, but without success. How can I be sure Site Build It! is not just another form of "fool's gold"?" "If I already have a domain name, can I transfer it to my site built with SBI?"
"Short" Answers to Questions
"I do not want to waste my time, and my money. Is there a "near foolproof" way to build a successful business on the Web?" I will try and answer your question in a "fool proof" way! You will be the only person in charge. You will be the sole owner of your business. You will be answering to yourself alone.
The only "foolproof" way to build a Web business is to find, and use the best help you can get, and can afford.
I recommend that you have a look at the
Site Build It! solution
. It's the one I use because it is the best. It's guaranteed to work!.
First, I will always be here to help you identify what needs to be done, and when. All the information I publish on my site is yours to use as you see fit. No charge!
Second, I have a whole team of experts, always ready to respond usefully, anytime I have a question or want some clarification.
You will find them here if you need them
.
Third, take your time. Investigate. Take a look at the information I give you on my site. Visit any links I may invite you to visit. You will get a good understanding of what's involved, and of how you will be able to take full advantage of the information.
Judge for yourself. All the information you need to make things as "foolproof" as possible, is at your disposal. Make the best of it. Back to the FAQ TOC
"I am thinking of starting a business on the Web. How do I know if I am suited for it?" Good question! I believe you will find the helpful information you are looking for in the section on my Web site titled: "
The Aptitude Test for Web Entrepreneurs
". Back to the FAQ TOC "Can I build a Web business in my spare time, and still make a success of it?"
The short answer is: "Yes you can!" It is, in fact, preferable that you keep your job until your Web business can generate enough steady income for you to live on.
Use the extra income wisely, as it grows. Do not blindly pump money, time, and effort into your business idea, not matter how great you believe it to be.
My site will help you get a handle on the many aspects of planning a business on the Web. In addition, you should use the proper
business tools to do your research
and due diligence.
Start small. Take it one step at a time. If you need guidance, you are likely to find the information you are looking for on my Web site.
If not, then you would be well advised to
ask the experts I have grown to respect
. The people at SiteSell Inc. have delivered where all others had failed me before.
Take a
quick look at the solution
they offer to help you build a solid Web business in your spare time.
It works! No question about it! Back to the FAQ TOC "I am a newbie. I can use a computer to create documents and surf the Web. Can I build a small business on the Web?" I'm going to be blunt. The answer is: "You can, if you really want to!"
What does that mean? It means that I can supply you with all the relevant information, guidance, courses … at no charge. Yes, all the information I publish on my Web site is freely accessible.
The only obligation you will have, will be toward yourself.
You do not need any special technical know-how. However, you do need to be able to create documents, and surf the Web, with your PC. That's the minimum required.
If you choose to use Site Build It!, like I did, then you will have more than a fighting chance. You will have the user friendly tools, and the full instructions, and guidance. Use them to your advantage. You will also have an outstanding customer support, and a very dynamic, and friendly user community to turn to.
However, you will need to put in the time and efforts required.
These are the two most important resources you will definitely have to contribute. The success of your business endeavor on the Web depends on it.
To be successful in business, you have to … mean business! My site will help you plan for it.
Site Build It!
will help you make it!
I hope this answers your question. If not, please ask here. Back to the FAQ TOC "I want an online business, but I don't know where to start. Can you help?"
Have a look at this, for starters
. Then come back here if you need to. I will always be here to help you in your first steps. They are the most important ones, after all! Back to the FAQ TOC "I have a business idea. How do I build a Web site to promote it?" The first thing to do is to make sure it is a viable idea for the Web environment. You cannot promote your product or services on the Web, the same way you do on "land". The Web requires different marketing techniques.
You can verify the potential profitability of your business idea by simply following the same
Site Build It! process
that I use for my Web business.
Take a look around my site to familiarize yourself with the "big picture" and the planning aspect.
To further answer your question, take a
quick tour of the solution I chose
, and actually use, to promote myself as a Web business planning advisor on the Web. Back to the FAQ TOC "How long does it usually take to build a Web site for business purposes?" Honestly, that really depends on you. You will be the one at the controls. No question about it!
But, with the SBI process, you will not be wasting any time in damage control. Instead, you will be steadily, and safely, be forging ahead. You will be making the best use of your time.
Building a professional Web site for business purposes takes as much time, effort, and dedication as … building a business!
After you have done the appropriate amount of research, and planning, you will eventually sit down and write your Home Page. These first steps are probably the hardest because you do not see results right away.
You may be able to create your home page in a single day.
The question is, to get there, you may have spent a few weeks researching your Web site theme, best domain name, legal issues, competition, etc.
Don't let all this intimidate you. I can help you take it one step at a time. You won't stumble and fall, if you take your time, and follow the
SBI process
.
Have a quick look at the SBI step by step process here
. See for yourself. You will get an idea of what to expect.
For a more in depth look at the SBI process, have a look at the SBI User Guide here.
Some people can start building their Web site full time, while others can only devote a few spare hours a week.
Devote whatever number of quality hours you can find toward building your business Web site.
The bottom line is: you can have a working Web site after a few weeks. You can have a viable business after a few months … of expert guided work.
To make sure you do not waste your time, take up my offer. Use all the expert guidance you can put your hands on here! Back to the FAQ TOC "How do I set up my Web site for E-commerce?" You can easily set up an e-store, handle orders, credit cards, refunds, etc. All the user friendly tools are integrated in the Site Build It! comprehensive, user-friendly toolset.
See the
Store Build It!
solution here. Back to the FAQ TOC "I already have a Web site for my business, but it is not bringing in sales. Can you help?" That's an easy question to answer. Yes, I can! There are a number of reasons why a Web site will not bring in sales. All of them are covered in the courses and business Web site building expert guidance you will find on this site.
I recommend that you check the
Web site building User Guide I use
.
This guide will help you find out if your Web site was built according to the best practices that are known to work.
You may not have built your site yourself. Well, at least, you will know how it should have been done. More importantly, you will know you could build your business Web site yourself, if you wanted to!
Whatever the level of help you decide you need, you can get it.
Ask here, and get even more straight answers
.
See also the answer to the next question below. Back to the FAQ TOC "I already know Web programming and Web site design! How can I learn the marketing techniques that apply to the Web? I do not want to hire expensive consultants." Wow, that's a long question! You can get the answer to that question
right here, in a "nutshell"
. You don't have to look any further than that! Back to the FAQ TOC "I have already tried a few Web site building solutions for my business, but without success. How can I be sure Site Build It! is not just another form of "fool's gold"?" All I can say is that
Site Build It!
is not another one of the so called "plug and play" Web site building solution. It works, not only for me, but for countless others also.
There are more than 56 million sites on the Web. Check where Alexa.com ranks
top-web-entrepreneurs-plan-it.com
Is it in the top 10%, or 5%, or 2%, or 1%?
Site Build It! is a comprehensive, proven "process"
. It involves your active participation in a time tested, step by step course of action. It will enable you to build a business, using a Web site that you will have built yourself, with the help and guidance of experts.
The SBI process ensures that your Web site will be built according to the best of breed business practices on, and for, the Web.
If that does not fully answer your question,
please ask here
. Back to the FAQ TOC
"If I already have a domain name, can I transfer it to my site built with SBI?" Easy question! Yes, you can transfer your domain name. But our experience is that 90% of the people discover a more suitable, and profitable domain name as they follow the SBI! process. That's another question.
So, while you can transfer your domain name, it is highly recommended that you "work" the process. You may just find out that your current domain is in fact the perfect domain. But, if it's not, and you find a better one, your business will enjoy a much stronger presence on the Web.
Choosing a domain name is one of the crucial early decisions you will have to make. No question about it!
All the instructions on how to make the right decisions are found here in the first sections of the
Site Build It! User Guide
. Back to the FAQ TOC Stay tuned!I hope these answers have been of help. Do come back often. I will be adding to this site regularly.
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