One of the most common misconceptions about a website redesign project is that your work begins with an agency as soon as you make the decision that it's time for an online facelift. 

In reality, approaching the redesign of your website with that kind of mentality can be what ultimately makes the project a total disaster. 

So in the last episode of Creator's Block for 2016, Liz and I are verbally rolling up our sleeves and arming you with a step-by-step guide in terms of everything you need to do once you decide it's time to take the leap with a new website. Because you'd be surprised how much needs to happen before you even start thinking about an agency partner.

Enjoy!

SO, WHAT DID WE TALK ABOUT?

 

• How to establish the boundaries for your website project's timeline and budget
• What technology details you need to understand clearly, before engaging with an agency
• How to bring the right people to the table internally and get their buy-in
• What internal stakeholders should be involved in your website redesign (and when)
• Considerations you need to take into account if your project will involve content
• What benchmark data you need to start collecting at least 30 days prior to engaging an agency
• The four free tools you need to collect the best data possible about your website

 

RESOURCES WE MENTIONED:

 

• Jessie-Lee: "Why Does My Website Look Like Everyone Else's?"
• Jessie-Lee: Your Website Isn't Outdated, Your Mindset Is
• Jessie-Lee: If You're Not Ready for HubSpot, Try Leadin (Now HubSpot Marketing Free)
• Jessie-Lee: 5 Web Design Trends to Watch in 2016
• Quintain LiveLab Website Edition (Plus Installation Notes)
• Episode 1: When It Comes to Websites, Which Comes First - Content or Design?
• Episode 4: Your Website Isn't About You

 

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…until next week!