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how to choose a designer Do it right or don't do it at all! We explain how.

how important is branding?

Are you missing out on clients because you haven’t created the right perception for your business?

have you really planned your website?

Be empowered with tools that get results!

the fundamental need for good copywriting We explain the eight essential elements for successful sales copy.

How to Choose

a Designer

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o achieve good results, you need a good relationship with your designer based on respect and trust. It is important to know who you will be dealing with and that there is chemistry there to work well together.

Understanding the client’s needs Your designer must understand what your needs are, who your audience or market is, and the project constraints (time, budget, materials, approvals).

Design Process Different designers have different design processes.

They vary in degree of formality, documentation and account management.

You need to select a designer with a management approach that suits your company.

Track Record

Referrals Ask the designer for referrals so that you can speak to their other clients about satisfaction with the working relationship and the results. In this way it is similar to what you would do if you were hiring an employee.

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Value for money Different clients have different objectives and budgets. It is unreasonable to expect high budget results on a low budget.

Conversely, if it is a major project with a big budget, you will want to be sure that your designer understands and can handle the extra project management load these types of projects carry. ‘You get what you pay for.’

Look at their previous work. Ask questions about the original brief and the success of the project in fulfilling that brief. Was there anything learnt from (From the Australian that project or others by Graphic Design either them or the client that Association) would benefit your project.

Godbee Electrical Logo, Website & Stationary Package

Design Reaction provided us with great service and the right price delivering just what we needed in the time frame. They were outstanding, quickly applying any modifications and delivering an excellent final result. Thankyou!”

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have you really

planned

your website?

Before jumping into creating a website have you thought about asking the designer for guidance on what outcomes you want to achieve?

Ask yourself the following questions to find out how well prepared you are to get the best from your designer 1. What is the purpose?

What do you intend the pages to do?

Once you have determined your goals for your pages it should be easy to decide what type of design, what level of quality and how much your willing to spend on the project.

2. Who is the audience?

You should also consider: What age, professionalism, and common interests would the majority of your viewers be?

3. What is the competition doing?

Keep an eye on what the other sites are doing - this can help you decide your quality level, and perhaps the depth of material presented.

4. What will your pages say?

Examine your goals and decide how to reach them using a combination of words, images, sounds,etc in your pages.

Websites that

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5. How will the pages look?

The text on your pages may give a user the information they need, but design will keep them intrigued and coming back. The concept of your organisation should also impact the design.

6. What is your timeline?

the world, all you need is an internet connection to grow your Online Business.

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There is nothing worse than visiting a site and hitting one or two buttons only to find “Under Construction.

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Graeme Paff, Nords Wharf NSW

“Sam from Design Reaction is very professional and passionate about her web designs nothing is to much trouble and she is really great to work with I would recommend Design Reaction to build your website.”

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“We have been dealing with Sam of Design reaction now for a couple of months. The advice and guidance has been second to none. If you are looking for a fresh look or just to improve a website, she is the one to use. The service and communication has been constant. We are extremely happy with the service she provides and recommend any one to utilise her service.”

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“The Hunter Development Corporation was extremely pleased with the high standard of work and value for money from Design Reaction in a recent large scale design project.”

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The Fundamental Need For Good Copywriting

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hat are the characteristics that make your copy effective? Why does one ad make a lasting impression and sell merchandise, while another falls flat and doesn’t generate enough revenue to pay its own cost?

The successful ad: 1. Gains attention 2. Focuses on the customer 3. Stresses benefits 4. Differentiates you from the competition 5. Proves its case 6. Establishes credibility 7. Builds value 8. Closes with a call to action All ads do not have all eight characteristics in equal proportions. Depending on the product, some of these elements will be more dominant in your articles and advertising, others almost non-existent.

For example, if you’ve had a long track record of success and already have a well established reputation, you will want to make items five and six strong in your copy (proving your case and establishing your credibility).

On the other hand, if your new to the market, you may not have a proven or established track record yet; therefore, these two elements will not be the dominant themes in your copy. Instead, the strongest element might be number three (benefits the service offers

Virtually all persuasive copy contains the eight elements described in this article. customers) or perhaps number four (differentiation in service resulting from superior technology).

Each product or service has natural strengths and weaknesses. The strengths are emphasised and the weaknesses de-emphasised. But all eight elements must be present to some degree, or your copy simply won’t work.

Adam Price Founder www.NettKnowledge.com Adam Price is the Founder of Nett Knowledge, a company that specialises in unbiased advice around all things internet marketing for local businesses.

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