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Guided Website Consulting for Small Businesses
As a locally owned Houston consulting firm focused on small business growth, we know the hidden costs of the traditional agency model. When you hire a typical web agency, you pay massive upfront fees, wait weeks for minor changes, and often lose control of your own digital storefront. We offer a smarter alternative that keeps your best interests and business goals in mind. We call this guided website consulting.
Through our guided website consulting, you will not build your site alone—you will build it under the step-by-step direction of an experienced web designer. You will learn to build a high-quality site exactly as a professional would, ensuring you get a modern, user-friendly design while mastering the skills to make instant updates without paying monthly developer retainers. By having an expert guide your every click, you learn the exact methods to structure your content and optimize your online presence for your local market, giving you a distinct advantage over businesses trapped in agency contracts.
What You, The Client Will Get:
- Full ownership of the website you learn to build yourself
- Hands-on direction to construct a mobile-friendly WordPress site
- Mentorship to design pages that achieve your specific business goals
- Guided training to create a customer-centric user interface
- Step-by-step instruction on building search engine optimized pages
- Expert guidance to master optimization for local search
- Professional, one-on-one assistance with every step of the build
Guided Website Consulting in the Following Areas
WordPress Website Design
WordPress powers nearly half of the world's websites and is the most versatile platform available. We will mentor you step-by-step to build a powerful, custom WordPress site from scratch, ensuring you master the platform and can manage it confidently on your own.
Redesigning an Existing Website
If your current website is not functioning properly or you are not sure how to fix a specific issue, we will guide you through the entire redesign process. Rather than handing it off to an agency, learn how to troubleshoot errors, fix broken elements, and refresh your layout yourself under our expert direction.
eCommerce Websites
We will teach you how to use WooCommerce, a powerful platform that transforms any WordPress site into a fully functional online store. Get hands-on training to independently set up product sales, handle bookings, and manage your digital storefront without needing a developer on retainer.
Empowering Houston Business Owners
We strive to provide the guided website consulting Houston business owners need to grow and shine. Instead of designing it for you, we mentor you to build your layout and functionality based specifically on the business goals you are aiming to achieve. Under our direction, you will learn how to make your site appear beautifully on desktop, mobile phones, and tablets while keeping high-resolution displays in mind. The end result is a professional website your audience can easily browse to encourage interaction with your brand, built entirely by you. When you choose CDG, you are choosing to support a small, local business dedicated to empowering yours.
Why WordPress?
WordPress is the ultimate choice for building a website because of its unmatched popularity and versatility. Powering over 40% of all websites worldwide, it’s a trusted platform for businesses of all sizes. Whether you need a sleek portfolio, a robust e-commerce site, or a dynamic blog, WordPress offers endless possibilities. Its user-friendly interface makes managing your website simple, even for beginners, while its mobile-responsive designs ensure a seamless experience on any device. Plus, with thousands of themes and plugins, WordPress is highly customizable, allowing you to tailor your site to fit your unique brand and needs perfectly. Learn more about WordPress at wordpress.org.
Frequently Asked Questions About Web Design
What do I need to get started on a new website?
You will need to purchase from a hosting company (like HostGator or GoDaddy, for example), a domain (this is your .com, .org., .net, etc.) and the hosting for the website (this is where your website lives so it can be put online).
Additionally, you will need your website's content (text and pictures).
Which parts of the website setup process will you assist me with?
The entire process! From choosing a hosting provider to the final launch, we will help you with the entire setup! The best part is, you will do none of it alone!
Which parts of the design process will you handle on your own?
The entire process will be handled throughout each consultation session to ensure you are satisfied. No work will be done outside of a consultation.
Do you consult in-person or virtually?
Both. You can choose in-person, virtually or both. It all depends on your own schedule and we will gladly accomodate. One-on-one sessions can be held in-person when available or by phone with screen sharing, and can be used to take care of any matters related to the client's needs.
Do you charge any hourly rates?
Yes, we do charge $50 per hour for each session.
Do I need to provide all of the content for the website?
Only the photos. If you do not want to take photos, we recommend looking up stock photos. You can get free stock photos from websites such as Pixabay, Freepik, and Adobe Stock.
In terms of the written content, don't worry. We will guide you on how to use AI for search engine optimized content geared for conversion.
Does my business need to be incorporated in order to get a website?
No, you can get started on your website regardless of your business' incorporation status. Incorporation is not a requirement to get started on a website.
How do I get a professional email address?
When choosing a hosting plan from a hosting company, ensure that it includes email. This will allow you to create a professional email (yourname@yourbusinessname.com). We can assist you with this when setting up your new website.
What is SEO?
SEO stands for Search Engine Optimization. It is the necessary steps we take to ensure that your website is ready to be found on major search engines such as Google. We work with you every step of the way to ensure that the content you provide us to place in your new website is ready for Google to find it!
What is the difference between a domain and hosting?
The domain is the actual address to your website (www.yourwebsitehere.com). A domain points to a website that is being hosted by a hosting provider (sometimes it can be the same company as your domain provider). Hosting is simply the space your website lives at, which the domain directs to. Examples of hosting companies include HostGator, GoDaddy, Bluehost, and 1&1 IONOS. Hosting companies provide both hosting and domain registration, but if you do not have to use one for both of them. It is recommended however, to use one for both as a way of maintaining simplicity and centralization.
Do you only work with WordPress?
Yes, we only use WordPress and work with WordPress clients.
Can I hire you to build a website on Wix or Weebly?
No, we do not recommend either one of these platforms for many reasons. One important reason being that you do not get to own your website files. They hold your website on their servers and cannot be migrated to another company should you need to change platforms. Additionally, many of their templates lack a modern, professional look and feel. In simplest terms, we strongly advise against getting a website built on either of these two platforms.