So! You’re ready to sell digital products but can’t decide where to host your store?

No problem!

Because today we’re going to dive into 2 of the most popular options for e-commerce: Shopify and Squarespace - to help you make the best decision.

Ok, so there are a ton of AI website builders out there, from Shopify to Wix to Hostinger and more, but are they actually any good?

Is AI actually good enough to build you a website with minimal input from you?

Today we’re going to dive into that very question and see if Squarespace’s AI website builder is the perfect solution to get you online fast or a waste of your time.

Planning to build your own website? Awesome!

There are tons of tools out there that can make your job easier, but it can sometimes be hard to know which ones are worth your time.

So today I’m sharing my favorite tools I use as a professional website designer that will save you time and headaches and will help you create a chef’s kiss website without breaking the bank!

Are you struggling to decide when is the best time to begin building your website? I’m willing to bet you've tried different things like setting up a regular schedule or sticking to a to-do checklist, but it’s hard to squeeze in time for picking brand colors and writing website copy with everything else you have to do. And when you can finally wedge out an hour here or there, it only makes you feel more defeated because, let’s face it, an hour isn’t enough to DIY and launch an entire site.

Keep reading to find out how to overcome these challenges.

The goal of every business owner is to make money. But with a slow and clunky website, it can be hard to get people to stay on the site for more than 2.5 seconds so you can show them why you’re the best at what you do and sell more products/services. Oftentimes, it just comes down to implementing a few key strategies. So building a beautiful website without any thought into the backend just won’t cut it. Maybe you’ve been running Facebook ads and pouring a ton of money into marketing and wondering why you’re not seeing that hefty return on investment you were counting on.

Keep reading for more details.

Being the savvy human you are, you probably already know that in today’s world having a website is crucial for any type of business wanting to create a strong online presence. You probably also know that there are several great platform options when it comes to DIYing your own website. But designing your own site can feel like a daunting task for some. A healthy array of options means a healthy amount of extra decision making on your part. What if you’re already…

Starting a new business can be a daunting task, especially when you’re trying to build credibility and establish trust with potential customers. Some would say attracting initial customers is one of the hardest parts of being a new business owner. How can you convince people you’re legit and worth spending money on? I know this was definitely something I struggled with…

Web designers, graphic designers, brand designers. If you’re anything like I was, you could be wondering what’s the difference? These terms might sound nebulous and interchangeable, but have no fear! Today we’re going to break them down and take away the mystery. Which one you need (or want) will depend on a few different factors like the stage of business you’re at, what you…

Have you ever wondered how someone gets started as a web designer? Personally I never gave it much thought. I assumed web designers were people who had always been tech-savvy and probably went to school for that kind of stuff. I also assumed they were very creative and good at making visually …

It sure seems like just about every website you visit these days has an About page, and for good reason! The About page is one of the most frequently visited pages on a website. A well-crafted About page can serve as a gateway to showcase your services, build trust, and win clients. A less-than-well-crafted…

So you’re ready for a website? Hooray! Time to celebrate! Until you start thinking about all the stuff that needs to live on your site… you know - things like words, pictures, links, etc. Where does all that stuff come from? Well unless you’ve hired a copywriter it’s going to come from you my friend! Read on to find out how.

I know you’ve seen tons of beautiful websites with high def pictures and eye-catching graphics. Well, let me let you in on a little secret: tons of those photos were stock images! *gasp* I know, I know. It can be shocking. It’s ok to take a moment and …

With all the DIY website building platforms out there, more people than ever are taking a stab at creating their own website. From Shopify to Wix, Squarespace to Bluehost, there are plenty of platforms to facilitate creating your own website in a snap. I’m super pumped that technology has made this easier than ever, but I also cringe a bit at some of the creations out there…

Raise your hand if you’ve ever gone down an internet rabbit hole or 3 doing your due diligence in research of something you were interested in. That’s me! I definitely have. I’m the kind of person who will absolutely obsess over all the details of something before pulling the trigger and taking any action. Honestly it was the same story when I started…

Have you been shopping around for a website designer? Curious as to what it’s like to work with one? Or maybe you’re on the fence trying to decide whether to DIY your site yourself or hire someone else!

Whatever your situation, I want to peel back the curtain and give you a behind-the-scenes look at my process and give you a taste of what you’ll get working with me.

I know you’ve seen it. You do a Google search for something you’re interested in, click on one of the links that comes up, and BAM! You’re suddenly met with a giant “Under Construction! Check back soon!” sign. So unexpected and jarring! Maybe you try poking around the website to see if the other pages have any info. After finding exactly zero of the things you were looking for…

If you’ve spent even 5 mins researching web designers you already know the price can vary drastically! How can one designer advertise building you a website for $5000, yet another offers the same thing for only $300? Meanwhile you get in contact with an agency and are quoted a price of $10,000! It can certainly be confusing and make you question if you are qualified to …

Ok, honesty time. I wasn’t the first one to come up with the 2 Week Web Design process. I actually learned about it from Paige Brunton. She is the ultimate Squarespace and business guru in my opinion! I took her Square Secrets and Square Secrets Business courses and learned sooo much! One of the things I learned while taking her courses was this super awesome…

So - you’ve done your research and selected a web designer to work with. That’s so exciting! You’re on your way to getting a beautiful, shiny new website! Buuuuttt… there might be a few things that could catch you by surprise once you actually start working with your designer. What could those things be? Read on to find out!

So, you need a new website and have decided Squarespace is the platform for you. But perhaps you don’t have the time or desire to build it yourself, so hiring a Squarespace designer is in order.

Congratulations!

You’ve now entered the wonderful, broad, and sometimes confusing world of Squarespace design!