Looking to start a web design business?

Discussion in 'General Business' started by poduko, Nov 10, 2008.

  1. #1
    Hi all,
    I want to start my own web design business. There are some questions that are luring in my mind. I do have one or two clients to get started but how can I get more and spread my work to masses? How do I start designing for people? Do I need a site that displays my work, etc?
     
    poduko, Nov 10, 2008 IP
  2. webcosmo

    webcosmo Notable Member

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    a site would help definitely. local advertisements on newspaper and such always help.
     
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  3. TheKidBlogger

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    First: Do a good job. Word of mouth is the strongest advertisement. You can try to get your clients to review your work.
    Second: Advertise with anything you can advertise on as long as it's relevant.

    Third: Enjoy!
     
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    foreststone Peon

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    You need a site that displays you work.It is easy to show other people what is your good job.If you can get high ranking on search engine, more people will find you on internet.
    :)
     
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    Duratec Banned

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    Try to look for freelancer jobs over the internet - A lot of websites offer these. Also if you have done a website or two, ask permission from the owner if you can use it for work reference. That should help!
     
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    niko250 Banned

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    To have your web site is a good idea. Thenit would be better to make use SEO optimization. Just to get new clients. Many people start with this. Of course advertising is great. Google adwords and so on.
     
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    dmi Well-Known Member

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    It's a tough competition, but you can make it if you work hard. Start by making your own site (or your company's), make as many great sites as possible (sometimes you'll have to do it for free, to build up the portfolio) and then start to advertise...
     
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    mentos Prominent Member

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    You can get more of the job by offering your service at guru.comor DP.
    Yes,you must put some of your portfolio to show it to your potential customer
     
    mentos, Nov 11, 2008 IP