When some Webmasters set out to build their websites, they have a lot of big ideas.
They want forums, profiles, user interactivity and all the Web 2.0 features that make a website look cool and fun to visit.
Nothing wrong with having goals to build the baddest site on the planet, but it’s important to think realistically and put things into perspective.
Unless you are a skilled programmer, have a good understanding of Net marketing and possess a ton of money for promotions, then I would not suggest that a new Webmaster begin by creating an interactive Website that targets a large audience.
You can’t assume that if you build it, they will come. You have to know how to bring people to you.
And unfortunately, the average new Webmaster doesn’t know much about building traffic.
Getting ranked high in Google, having the top article on digg.com and getting thousands of visitors per day doesn’t happen just because you’ve launched a “cool” site.
Internet Marketing is a complex subject, and it’s getting more complex as the Net matures.
Start small. Target a small group of people by providing valuable information they would find interesting. Then as your site gains popularity, look into launching forums and other user interactive tools to support your audience.
Here’s an Example…
Say you love video games. While I know it would be cool to create the Net’s largest video game networking site, you have to take this in small steps.
1) Start by focusing on one video game niche (Role Playing, for example.) Build a simple site that offers reviews and the latest news on games in this niche.
2) Learn the basics of SEO (search engine optimization) and start generating traffic from people searching for these games. Your reviews are important because that content will help the search engines find your site.
3) Once you start building an audience, install a forum or a simple chat room to get your visitors talking.
4) As your audience grows, now it’s time to think about expanding and developing more advanced applications where your visitors can interact on new levels.
Useful content builds traffic, not Web applications (unless you have deep pockets for advertising.) So you might as well start out small, learn the basics of free SEO and then launch your fancy website when you have the traffic to support it.
Nothing worse than learning how to build a complex, MySpace-like site (or paying a programmer big dollars to do it) and your site goes virtually unnoticed.
I have an idea for a website, how can I sell?
I agree with you when you say that we have to Start by focusing on one “video game niche ” some times we get a lot information on the same time that we get confused!
I have really been thinking about doing a web site I have researched a lot about the subject don’t know anything about it . But after seeing your site and reading your e-book you have made me understand a lot more than anyone else. I would really need a lot of guidance in this but I am going to read on and see if I can learn more from you. Great site. Thank You for helping people like me. GOD BLESS
I am 18 years old.I want to create my own website.I don’t know any programming language .Shall I learn HTML?
your website is managed by only you or any partners?
Hai Lisa,
I am very much impressed and motivated after glancing u r web page.I need a help from u.would u plz send me information of how to build a website.
Hi Lisa,
Having gone through your tutorials, I was over whelmed. It gave more courage but your advices are still needed, since failure is my worst enemy.
Thank you.
Hi Lisa,
I am wanting 2 create a website what do i do and how can i do it?
send the site which i am going to create my own website there to my email
Hello Lisa,
you’ve done a good job with your site i’m impressed and motivated. Chosing a topic is still a big issue for me…whether for blogging or website. I’m new to internet/affiliate marketing, blogging, website creation, etc.
I’m however excited about the idea of the internet and making money online.
I was looking at the blogger.com website and thot it was a god place to start blogging, but there’s still a question of a topic.
Pls help with any suggestions at pingowo@yahoo.com
You are wonderful! you have a good heart. I pray God continues to help you. That’s my comment.
I wish I had of read this about 7 years ago. I recall building numerous sites that would take over a year to develop – then ….NOTHING! My worst was a 15 month project that pulled 80 members in the following 12 months. Terrible!
But still I am confronted by people saying “I’ve got this great idea for a website….”
WRONG!!!!! You are not your customer!!!
Find out what people want first using intelligent research strategies, then give it to them. Not the other way round!
John
i heard your video about contents. But can you please put a pause, stop, play. The recording went by and i missed so many points and all i have to do is go over the entire recording again. So many pointers were missed at the last part. If you may please.
hi lisa
thanks for ur valuable information regarding websites and how to make use of those sites to the full
And moreover ur way of explaining things is awesome
and – it looks its is coming just from ur heart
I think there are very less people who share their technical knowledge as u – and even help others in earning through the sites
As it was my long long wish to have a site – and earn through it – The information u provided in ur site is enough to go ahead.
Keep up the good work – Lisa
Shah
Andhra Pradesh
India
mdsresume@hotmail.com
Hi Lisa,
I’ve been researching over and over and over and over and over since May of last year to find something helpful I could use to be able to start an “online business” or simply just how to make money online. I fall into the category of “working mom” and frankly my passion is being what I am, a mother. I’m seriously considering SBI since I know nothing about the technicalities of even starting a website let alone maintaining one. I needed to express to you that I AM SO THANKFUL I found you. I’ve already started watching some of your videos and I love the concept where I can actually “watch” how to start up this business. I’ve already learned alot from you and am excited to learn more. There is just so much to learn and I am now determined, with your help, to succeed in my dream of having an online business. I love it. Thank you!
Hi lisa
I went through all your site….its a great one …it actually motivated me to have a website
but I was thinking if i can apply all your techniques to a BLOG? I dont know if i can maintain a website but can surely do a blog. So can i poceed with a blog or have to make a site ?
looking forward for a reply (ayushhgoyal#gmail.com)
pls do reply
NEVER MIND
hello
thanks to share lot of information about AdSense
i like it .
Dear Lisa
I am considering creating a website I have read your web page and it is very encouraging. I have already chosen the topic I am interested in and have a lot of information on it as its something I already have a deep passion for. I want to know the best route to go I want to be able to add pictures and have a blog but also I want my users to be able to add pictures as well. I am not really sure where to go from here and love the idea of talking to a person like you that is very knowledgeable in this area.
Thanks Brian
Hello, Lisa laid-off agian from another go know where job I site infront of my computer applying for for yet another adventurus position as a collector and I thought about how terrible the economy is and how I will never make the money I need to honestly support my family I typed in how to build a money making website and BAM there you where I am not computer literate really but have a campassion for children I am a full time student majoring in psychology working on mastering in child psychology I would really like to build a website I am not sure how to begin it is so overwhelming Please help me and God Bless you.
Kiaora Lisa,
I am here to ask for a help from you, I have no idea what topic to choose? i am a student at People Potential in whangarei, New Zealand. Is it okay if you could give me some suggestion of topic please. It would be really great if you could help me out here. This is why i am here to learn how create a website with my class. Other then that, i like the way how you set your steps-by-step and good understanding suggestions. Please email me.
thanks heaps warm heart..
Hi Lisa,
I,m very new about this. So can you guide me from the Scratch. And please advice me how to register and till i manage the job.
Thanks Lisa.
this site will be about all the fan come together all info of demii lovato and her email and number all the stuff u want to know about demi there will be pictures of her her tour list and her boyfriend and more……
Hello Lisa,
I am from south east Asia, honestly i feel fall in love to your article in the first time when I read all off your article, its really encouraging people to be realistic in this kind of business and the same time you teach people to reach their goal, Thanks and keep it good work.
Cheers,
Hi Lisa,
Your website is awesome! You have so much information. I am a beginner in creating a website and I am already overwhelmed with all I will have to do to create one.
I already know my topics. I have always had a passion for talking so why not do it for fun and possibly make money doing it.
I would like to get started with this ASAP but all the technical stuff is a little challenging to me. I don’t know anyone one who can sit and walk me through all the procedures of building my site so do you have any suggestions on relieving some of my anxiety and tension?
There is a lot of information to read and to consider but I know that it will have been worth it once my site is up and running.
Thanks again for your help!
Gloria
Hi Lisa, I am an Indian now living and working in Thailand. I saw your video on you tube, and then came to your website, You have done a great job i must say, a lot of important information i received from you. I am very eager to have my own website and excited about it too, But as i am very new, the first time for this job, i would like to have some guidance from you. How should I choose the topic of my website? is my first question. I read the articles on your website on this topic, it gave me an idea but still I am not sure what topic to choose on. Secondly, How can I get the contents on my website interesting and different from others. i would like to tell you that i thought of the idea that my website should have a forum were people should come and discuss and share their thoughts. What are the steps i should follow and take. Please give me some suggestions and some idea on how should i precede. You can email me at pappu_srkr@live.com
I will eagerly wait for your reply. Thank You and happy new Year 2009.
mbabazi,
I’m not sure about your question. Anyone can have a website.
are you sure i can have a website?
Awesome. Thanks Lisa!
John Madden
Hi John,
I’m using the Baby. Remember when you use YouTube you are not using the space on your server. The video is hosted on YouTube. That’s a huge advantage because it doesn’t take up space on your server. Also remember, you can always expand to a larger package with no effort.
Thanks Lisa. I checked out the link. Looks good. Which package would you recommend. Now that I think of it, we will probably have more like 35-40 videos through you tube on our site. Hatchling? Baby? Swamp?. Do you use host gator for any of your sites? Thanks again!
John Madden
Hi if your new to owning your own site I have been using Siteground.com forever and they have a great helpdesk that will help u fix problems with your site and any other issue in under five minutes they cost alittle more then godaddy but the help they offer is totally worth it!
Hi John,
Try http://www.hostgator.com
Good Morning Lisa,
Can you please explain the term reseller has it’s relates to
the internet and web hosting. I’m confused.
HAVE A BLESSED DAY AND THANKS
RODNEY
Thank You Lisa,
for sending me to http://www.hostgator.com the site answered my questions about the reseller and I did the demo for site builder. I downloaded your book back in Nov o9, I’m on the second reading. Lisa that book is good. I open my first blog site and I have open several domains they are parked right now. I will be getting Site Build It through your sites and links within your sites from now on. Thanks again.
Rodney
Lisa,
I read your whole website but am still unsure which host to use. I have 2 websites up and running through godaddy’s website tonight but was used for small sales and rarely keep up with them now. I am looking to build a site like 2create a website with probably 20 pages or so, maybe 100 pics and 25 videos. I plan to have adsense on there and market for traffic. Which host would best suit me. I would like a blog too. What do you think?
Great advice Lisa!
I agree with you entirely. I’ve been so tempted to put a forum on my blog, but have had to accept that I need to fine tune it’s focus and build more traffic before it’s worthwhile. In the meantime I just enjoy hanging out and adding value to other networks.
I REALLY love the concept of your site by the way. I’ll certainly be checking out your forum site.
Good work!