I am more than happy to answer what ever questions you may have via phone or email and consult with you about the various options and configurations that a WordPress CMS Website, Social Media Profile, or Blog can offer your businesses online presence.
There is no charge or obligation simply by speaking with me and asking questions…that’s why I am here, and there are no stupid questions.
How long does it take to get my site up and running ?
It depends. Every project is different. Once we have the preliminary deposit, we work expeditiously to complete your work. FYI, most times I move faster than the client, so if you already have content, branding materials and images, you want to get them to me A.S.A.P. If you need help with that, that’s what I’m here for.
What is WordPress?
WordPress is a highly customizable CMS (Content Management System) and our platform of choice. It is the official successor of b2\cafelog which was developed by Michel Valdrighi. It is now the CMS of choice and the industry standard for millions of businesses, companies, organizations, publications and universities including NASA, M.I.T., Stanford University, Xerox, Harvard University, Dartmouth, Texas Tech, Cornell, Ford Motor Company, The New York Times, CNN Political Ticker, Nike, Ben and Jerry’s , Open I.D., People Magazine, MTV Newsroom, G.E. Reports, many U.S. Congressman and Senators, and thousands of other organizations the world over.
What is SEO, and do I need it ?
SEO (Search Engine Optimization) is the process of improving the volume or quality of traffic to a web site from search engines via “natural” (“organic” or “algorithmic”) search results. The rules of SEO change frequently but the process starts from the construction of the website and is generally an ongoing process. We will set your site up with the proper building blocks to get your SEO off to a “running start”, and offer tips to continue SEO development over the life of your website, as well as, offer additional maintenance and development services should you need them. How much additional, or advanced SEO you want or need is going to depend on what you want to accomplish online.
Will I need my own domain ?
Yes you will. It is your identity online and an integral part of your overall marketing and communication. As part of our service, if you haven’t yet registered a domain, a (1) “.com, .net, .us, or .org” domain is included free of charge, and we will assist you with choosing the best domain for your business, and making sure that it stays renewed for as long as we are hosting your site. If you want to do it yourself, we recommend Domain Filer.com , or Go Daddy. We have been very happy with their service over the years. Generally speaking, it costs $10-$12 a year to register “.com, .net, .us, or .org‘” extensions.
Will I be able to make basic changes and additions on my own ?
Absolutely ! And this is one of the most exiting things that makes WordPress the publishing platform and CMS of choice for so many Website owners. You can say goodbye to the days of waiting to hear back from your web guy, just to swap out an image, change a sentence or add a new page of information…and the exorbitant rates just to do so. I’ll show you how to run your website and manage your content. If you know just enough HTML to be dangerous, even better. If you don’t have the time or inclination, I am always available to offer additional administration services based on your needs.
What do you need from me to get started ?
There is a deposit of 50% of the total invoice to get started, but besides that, there are a few things that we need from you to complete the project.
- Content: What do you want your website to say ? No one knows your business like you do. I will organize the content that you want to use, and that will best describe your business and editing for maximum optimization. If you don’t have anything prepared and would like to get started ASAP, we will set you up with one of our copywriters to develop just the right prose to project your business’s mission and personality, optimized for SEO throughout the website.
- Images: You will need to round up any professional promotional images of your company, logo, or portfolio in digital format (jpg., gif., png.,). We can also help you choose from thousands of royalty free, professional digital images (additional costs vary) if needed.
If you need help creating and organizing your content and branding materials, give me a call. I’ve got people that can help you with that 
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What is hosting ?
Hosting is necessary to keep the files that make up your site available, secure, backed up, and process the requests for information correctly and reliably when people look to access your site on the world wide web. Currently we don’t offer hosting and highly recommend that you secure your own hosting account in your own name.
What type of contracts or commitments are involved ?
Outside of us completing your website, we don’t require you to commit to any long term contracts with us. You retain complete ownership of your website and all the necessary files, including your domain. We do offer additional short and long term services that may require a basic agreement.
What if I have no clue where to begin ?
No problem. That is why we are here, to help you determine what type of solution is right for you. We understand that you probably don’t spend all day looking at XML, PHP, HTML, or any other code or database operations. We are here to help and explain things so that you understand them in “plain speak”. You don’t have to worry about us talking over your head, or confusing you with terms that the average person has no reason to know or understand. The entire process is actually pretty painless.
If you have more questions, feel free to give me a call @ 707-706-3342
