Alastair McDermot is facilitating the LINK! Network session on 'Getting the Most out of Your Website' at next Tuesday’s meeting (29th January). Here are some further details in terms of what we will be learning about and discussing in this two-way, highly interactive session:
Types of site, one way to categorise them is as either: · Informational (can be commercial or non-commercial) · Ecommerce · Tools/services (e.g. webmail, online image editors,etc) Website Basics · Why YOUR site exists · Call to action Search Engine Optimisation · Relevant to search keywords (content, links) · Authority of site (links) · Why should YOU be No. 1? Pay Per Click e.g. AdWords · Useful for testing · Examples Analytics and Tracking Website Visitors · Bounce rate · Goals Based on the above factors, Alastair will give a concise assessment of the following members’ websites: 1. John Hogan, Leman Solicitors, www.lemansolicitors.com 2. Ann Kelsey, Econatural, www.econatural.ie 3. Ray Doyle (new member), Chirl Sourcing, www.chirlsourcing.com Choosing a web designer · Developer (programmer) vs Designer (artist) vs Team · Costs Final Q & A session. LINK! Networking opportunities for start-up and young businesses of up to two years old are provided by LINK! This network is open to both men and women. This network provides its members with a focus on the unique strategic, operational and development challenges facing business in the very early stage of growth. When you join, you will have access to expert advice, customised training and structured networking. LINK! also provides a secure and discrete environment where new owner/managers can find guidance for the business challenges they confront. As with all good networks, you will have many opportunities to promote your business and expand your range of contacts. LINK! network meetings are held monthly and the subscription fee for a full year is €100. For further information contact: Miriam Ahern, LINK! Network Manager, M: 086 234 2789. E: link@dceb.ie Join today.