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Jan 25
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OK you finally got your domain name and new website design launched, now what? How do you start getting people to your website? Honestly, developing a successful website, like any business project, takes a lot of hard work. This list will get you started down that path and on your way to building an online presence by instantly getting new links to your website.
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1. Diagnose and Monitor Your Website
In order to measure the success of your website you need tools to monitor traffic and search engine indexing errors. Google not only has some of the most well respected monitoring tools but they’re also FREE! Installing Google Analytics will allow you to monitor visitors to your website and measure its success, while Google Webmaster Tools shows you how Google views your site and helps diagnose problems.
2. Start with Your Friends and Business Connections.
Who better to give you honest feedback and share your new website than your friends and business connections? Post a link to your new website on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIN and any other social network, message board or blog you are already involved in; then ask those connections to share it with their connections.
3. Now Share Your New Website Design With Strangers!
You’ve shared your new website with people you know… now share it with people you don’t. There are dozens of websites who want to share your new website design. These sites are primarily made up of web designers and developers who are looking for inspiration and something new to share with their connections. If you feel your design is the kind to show off, then consider submitting it to these design galleries.
4. Bookmark It!
I’m sure you have some of your favorite websites bookmarked on your browser, but that only helps you know your favorite websites. There are many websites that allow you to save your bookmarks online and share them with others who share the same interests. See a list of these sites and bookmark your site today!
5. Make a News Annoucement.
You’ve launched a new website… isn’t that worth talking about? Make an announcement using free online press release websites. Not only will these give your website quality links but also get your news on popular platforms like Google News.
Now don’t stop here! Keep creating online content worth sharing and don’t forget to monitor visitors from these sites with Google Analytics.
