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Tuesday, March 14, 2006
Starting a Web Design Business
The World Wide Web just keeps growing. Businesses realize the benefits of being on the web, but do not always know how to design an attractive and effective site. If you have some creativity and are well versed in web design, you might be interested in starting a web design business.
Starting a web design business is not much different from starting other businesses. Just knowing how to design a web site is not enough. You will need to do become familiar with a variety of software programs to handle the needs and requests of different businesses. Besides familiarity with graphics and HTML editing software, remember that you are working for businesses, so you will need some knowledge of what makes a business site effective.
It helps to target a niche market. Find a field for which you have always had a passion and develop ideas for that particular market. In this way you will stand out as one of the best in that particular field.
If you are just starting your web design business, you can gain more knowledge and experience by volunteering to help put up a site or improve a site. Look at sites from local businesses and call them to offer your services. Often the smaller businesses have set up their own sites with no professional help. They may welcome your skills, and will later serve as a valuable reference.
When starting your web design business, do not forget that it is a business. Learn how to set your rates and keep good records for tax purposes. With creativity, preparation, and the kind of practical knowledge that comes from experience, your chances of success will grow.
Sources:
http://www.en-parent.com/Articles/art-frost.htm
http://www.powerhomebiz.com/vol37/webdesign.htm
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