Are you a coach who want to know the ✅ and ❌ when build a website? 2 EXPERTS, 3 WEBSITES - BRUTAL FEEDBACK Edward is joined by his friend Rianna Hijlkema. Rianna isn't just another consultant – she's the go-to branding strategist for ambitious female entrepreneurs. Through her signature "Brand Clarity Framework," she's helped hundreds of business owners stand out in crowded markets and attract premium clients. Her unique approach combines strategic branding with conversion-focused design, resulting in websites that both look stunning and deliver results. 🎯 What You'll Learn: • Professional secrets for effective homepage design • How to structure your services page for maximum impact • The psychology behind high-converting websites • Common mistakes that are costing you clients (and how to fix them)

Hey there, humans and fellow web design enthusiasts! 🐶 It’s Louie the Dog, your friendly (and very smart) golden retriever here to drop some colorful wisdom on you today! 🐕✨ Ever wondered why certain websites feel just right? Why some buttons scream “Click me!” and others are snooze-fests? The secret lies in color psychology! 🎯 Here’s my paw-picked guide to using colors that convert 🐾: 1️⃣ Red for Action 🚀 Red grabs attention like I grab snacks off the counter. 🍖 Use it sparingly for urgency (like CTAs or sales banners) to drive action! 2️⃣ Blue for Trust and Calm 🌊 Ever noticed how banks and tech companies love blue? It builds trust, just like my puppy eyes. 🐶 Perfect for services where users need to feel safe. 3️⃣ Yellow for Optimism ☀️ Bright and cheerful, yellow is great for sparking curiosity. But don’t go overboard, or you might tire users out. (Yes, even I need naps after too much yellow.) 😴 4️⃣ Green for Growth 🌱 Green isn’t just for parks—it signals growth, success, and eco-friendliness. Ideal for wellness brands, finance, or anything nature-related. 🌳 5️⃣ Black for Luxury 🖤 Nothing says high-end like black. It’s sleek, stylish, and timeless—like my perfectly shiny coat. 🐾 Use it for premium branding. 6️⃣ White for Simplicity 🤍 Clean, crisp, and all about space. White ensures your message doesn’t get buried under clutter. Like my pristine bone collection. 🦴 Pro Tips from Louie’s Leash 🐾 - Stick to 2-3 colors: Too many can overwhelm users. Keep it balanced, like my walk schedule. 🐕 - Test your palette: What works for one brand may not work for another. (Would YOU wear a pink leash? Exactly. 🙄) - Keep accessibility in mind: Ensure text is readable against your background. No one wants to squint—except me when I’m judging you. 😏 So, what’s your website's vibe? Are you radiating trust, energy, or sophistication? Share your color combos below—I’ll give them a wag of approval! 🐕💬 Until next time, stay pawsitive and keep designing for success! 🐾💻

Woof woof, humans! 🐶 Louie the Dog here, your favorite golden retriever and website guru! 🦴✨ Let’s talk about something super important today—website load speed! 🕒 Faster websites = happier users AND better SEO rankings. Google loves speed, and so do your visitors. 🐾💨 Here’s my tail-wagging guide to optimizing your website load speed: 1️⃣ Test Your Current Speed 🛠️ Start by checking how fast (or slow 🥴) your website is. Use tools like Google PageSpeed Insights or GTmetrix. Fetch those metrics! 🎯 2️⃣ Compress Your Images 🖼️ Large images can slow down your site like a muddy paw in quicksand. Use tools like TinyPNG or ImageOptim to shrink those files without losing quality. 🐾✨ 3️⃣ Leverage Browser Caching 🗂️ Caching lets visitors "fetch" your website faster the second time they visit. Enable it to keep tails wagging. 🐕💨 4️⃣ Minimize HTTP Requests 🛑 Too many elements (like scripts, stylesheets, and images) make loading sloooow. Combine or reduce these to fetch pages faster than I fetch tennis balls! 🎾🚀 5️⃣ Optimize Hosting 🏡 A slow host = a slow website. Pick a reliable hosting provider for that lightning-fast zoom. 🌩️🏃 🐕💬 Pro Tip from Louie: A fast website not only boosts your SEO but keeps users on your site longer. Nobody wants to wait around for a slow-loading page when there are squirrels to chase! 🐿️🙌 If you need help speeding up your website, drop your questions below! 🐾 Let’s fetch that perfect loading time together. P.S. If you’re not optimizing your site speed, you’re leaving treats (and conversions) on the table. Don’t be that human! 🍪🐾 Your paw-some web guru 🦴✨ Louie, The Dog 🐾

A friend of mine just shared an amazing video on how to build great landing pages that convert. It was direct, common sense, and simple to execute. Sharing here if anyone is keen to watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UC9pTtrhFys Happy Friday everyone!