Cool Website Design

Use RSS to automatically add new content to your website daily. Subscribe to a RSS news service and add the "headlines" using javascript or php or if you are not that tech-savvy then use Magic RSS!

Magic RSS allows you to present any RSS feed on any web page with the insertion of one line of code. It's that simple. And it's completely free. If you thought that learning and using RSS had to be complicated, then we're here to prove you wrong!.

Magic RSS comes in two distinct options. If you are a little computer savvy and can upload two scripts to your web site, the Magic RSS PHP Script option is for you. After a one-time installation, you simply add a line of script to any SSI-enabled web page where you want the RSS feed to be displayed. This option puts the feed text on your page - great for search engines.

Remember that php script can be "read" by search engines but NOT javascript. So if you want your content to boost your search engine position go for the php script.



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1. WRITE AN ATTENTION-GRABBING HEADLINE

Your headline is the *MOST* IMPORTANT part of your site!

Here's why: you have LESS than 10 seconds to get your visitors'
attention, and show them you've got the perfect solution to their
problem. So the first thing they should see is a headline that
clearly states the biggest benefit your site has to offer.

Your headline should be located at the very top center of your
page in a larger font size that naturally attracts attention.

And it should tell visitors exactly how your site will make their
lives easier... save them money... save them time.. provide
additional income... or simply make them feel better.

Use bolding, italics, and highlighting to emphasize the main
benefits in your headline, so they leap out and grab your
visitors' attention.

(But don't overdo it! Nothing screams "amateur" more than a site
that has too much fancy formatting.)

2. CREATE BENEFIT-DRIVEN SALESCOPY THAT *COMPELS* YOUR VISITORS TO BUY

On the Internet, you don't have any face-to-face interaction with
your potential buyers -- so your salescopy needs to do the job
that a real-live salesperson would do. It has to introduce your
product, explain the benefits of using it, and sell potential
buyers on the value of your offer.

When you write your salescopy, you need to speak directly to your
visitors' needs -- and you need to focus on the BENEFITS of using
your product (as opposed to your product's features).

If you're having trouble telling a benefit from a feature, here's
an example: a feature of a product might be "sturdy polished
aluminum construction." The benefit would be "lasts longer so you
save money on replacement costs."

3. FOLLOW ESTABLISHED DESIGN PRINCIPLES

When you're designing the look of your site, choose a simple
color scheme and a couple of fonts and stick with them. Nothing
looks more amateurish than a mishmash of many different fonts and
colors. Also, resist the urge to add textures or use dark
backgrounds.

People don't come to your site to admire your elaborate design
scheme. They want to know about your offer. That's why you need
to make sure they can easily read your salescopy.

Also, avoid using unnecessary graphics and images. Unless your
image is serving a direct purpose (a picture of you, a product
shot, etc.), it's going to take attention away from your sales
message. Same goes for animation, audio and video.

Remember: You're not trying to amuse or entertain with your site.
Your goal is to SELL!

4. INCLUDE A STRONG CALL TO ACTION

Don't make your visitors guess what they're supposed to do on
your site. You must give them a strong call to action and tell
them exactly what you want them to do!

Let's say you sell a stress-relief product. Your copy might say
something like...

"After doing research and testing, I found a set of really
fabulous relaxation tapes that solved my recurring migraine
problems, improved my sleep, and increased my energy level -- in
just a few days!

Click here now to learn how they can soothe your troubles away
and lead to a healthy and happy life."

5. ESTABLISH YOUR CREDIBILITY

Why should someone buy from you? What makes YOUR information more
reliable than your competitors? You need to provide answers to
these questions, so visitors feel comfortable buying from you.

One of the best ways to establish your credibility is to list
your accomplishments, qualifications, and experience -- so long
as they're related to your offer. Once you've sold some product
and are getting testimonials from satisfied customers, be sure to
include them on your site as well.

6. MAKE IT *IMPOSSIBLE* FOR SOMEONE TO SAY NO!

By building a lot of value into your offer, you can make people
feel like saying "no" would actually cost them money! You can
achieve this by carefully explaining how much money -- or time,
or trouble -- your solution will save them.

At the same time you need to pile on the bonuses, so people feel
like they're getting way more product than they're paying for.

So these are my website tips in a nutshell, Jack.
I hope you find them useful!

Of course, there's not enough room in this simple email to
explain absolutely everything you need to know about site design
in detail. This is just to get you started.

Here's a breakdown of the steps you need to take to build your
site and make it "live" -- as well as lots of FREE resources you
can use to do it...

1. CHOOSE AND REGISTER A GOOD DOMAIN NAME

Your domain name is your business's "address" on the Internet, so
it's crucial you choose the right one. Try to find a domain that
gives browsers a hint of what they'll find at your site.

Tools to help you find a domain include...

>> Nameboy's "Gen?(www.NameBoy.com/gen.php) -?to get ideas
for domain names

>> Wordtracker (http://imc.wordtracker.com) ? to locate
possible domain names with popular keywords

>> Domain tools (www.DomainTools.com) ? to see if a domain
name is available

>> For registering domains at best value for money:



2. HOST YOUR WEBBSITE

Your web host is responsible for ensuring your web site is always
up and running at top speed. If you site is always down... or if
it takes ages to load... you can be sure you're losing money!

Here's our favorite webhosts:






3. LEARN BASIC HTML

While there's plenty of software you can use to build a site
without knowing any code at all, it's actually helpful if you at
least understand the basics of HTML. For some good free HTML
tutorials, check out these sites:

>> www.Davesite.com/webstation/html

>> www.HTMLgoodies.com

>> www.PageTutor.com

>> www.WebReference.com/html/tutorial

4. BUILDING YOUR SITE YOURSELF

For some great tools and information on simple, effective design,
check out these sites:

>> SitePoint: www.sitepoint.com

>> Builder.com: http://builder.com

>> Sitebuildit.com: Site Sell



5. SOFTWARE FOR BUILDING YOUR SITE

"HTML editors" are software programs that allow you to design a
webpage with little knowledge of HTML -- and they're as easy to
use as any basic word processor.

>> Nvu (www.nvu.com): Anyone can use this free tool to
create and manage a website -- even if they have no
technical expertise or knowledge of HTML.

>> Dreamweaver (www.dreamweaver.com): This is the tool we use
at IMC. It's good if you're willing to spend some money to
get additional features not available on the free versions



6. USING AN "ALL-IN-ONE" SOLUTION

If you're a bit intimidated by technology, you may want to
consider an all-in-one website builder, where a company provides
you with all the tools you need to quickly piece together a site.

Go here to find our favorite:



7. RESOURCES FOR DESIGNING YOUR WEBSITE

For good articles and resources on developing effective
navigation and designing a simple site that works, check out
these sites:

>> Webmonkey: www.webmonkey.com

>> AnyBrowser.com: www.anybrowser.com

>> WebDeveloper.com: www.webdeveloper.com

>> Web Page Analyzer: www.websiteoptimization.com/services/analyze

>> NetMechanic: www.netmechanic.com


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8. ADDING "EXTRAS" TO YOUR SITE

You may want your site to go beyond basic HTML, especially when
it comes to automating chores and making it more interactive for
visitors. You can find "extras" -- like forums, content
management systems, and shopping carts -- at these websites:

>> www.HotScripts.com

>> www.cgi.ResourceIndex.com

>> www.scriptSearch.com

9. ACCEPT PAYPAL AND CREDIT CARD PAYMENT

If you are a merchant Paypal has the easiest merchant account to setup and with zero setup cost.