Katie O'Brien's Website Design Blog

A blog created for interior designers by website designer and digital strategist, Katie O’Brien. Get business advice, marketing tips, website strategy, and more.
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Website Legal Disclaimers to Include on Your Website (+ video walkthrough)
It can be confusing to know which website legal disclaimers and website legal notices to have on your website. Uncover a simple privacy policy generator to protect your website and learn how to know when you need more than just a privacy policy. This article and video walkthrough will teach you everything you need to know about website legal disclaimers and more.
My Step-by-Step WordPress Website Design Process | Just 30 Days to Launch!
Learn how I approach website design in this step-by-step walk through my website design process. From initial consultations to launch day, discover the steps I take to create stunning websites that achieve goals. Get insights into my design philosophy, collaboration strategies, and commitment to responsive, SEO-friendly websites.
Top 5 Important Pages to Include on Your Interior Design Website
What pages should my website have? This is one of the most common questions I receive from new website design clients. Even if they have a pre-existing website, they’re always looking to me for clarification on the essential pages to include on their new interior design website. While every website should be built strategically around that business’s goals, there are a few website pages that are expected, especially for interior design businesses.
Website Audit Checklist: Simple Resource To Improve Your Website in 2023
While there are a lot of factors to consider when performing your annual website review, the user experience could likely be the most important. The user experience refers to your website visitors’ overall experience when visiting and navigating your website. When looking at your website, ask yourself these questions…
Why WordPress is the Best Website Platform for Interior Designers and the Luxury Home Industry
As a website designer who has been using WordPress since 2011, I have come to deeply appreciate the power and versatility of WordPress. It has has become my go-to choice for creating stunning and functional websites for my clients. WordPress stands out as an ideal website platform for interior designers due to its flexibility, ease of use, and ability to showcase your work in a visually compelling way. https://katieobrien.com/why-wordpress-is-best/
The Importance of Brand Photography for Interior Designers
Do interior designers need brand photography or are your portfolio photos enough? Yes, they're both essential. Learn why inside…
Thinking About Marie Forleo’s B-School? Here’s My Honest Review | Web Designer's Thoughts on BSchool
Marie Forleo’s B-School offers an online program for entrepreneurs looking to take their business and life goals to the next level. But is it the right fit for you? This is my personal review covering all of the details, so you can make an informed decision about joining Marie Forleo’s B-school. When I launched my web design business, this was the perfect investment to help set a solid foundation for my business. I couldn’t have asked for a better course + community to help catapult my success.
Top 5 Website Essentials for Interior Designers | Katie O'Brien, Brand + Website Designer
Stand out with these website essentials for interior designers. Learn the essentials for landing dream design projects, showcasing your aesthetic, nurturing trusting client relationships, and standing out in a crowded market. Without all 5 of these essentials, a website can fall flat, leave money on the table, or in some cases, repel instead of attract. Use the following list of essentials to easily assess your own website and see if it’s working as hard as it could be for you.
A Simple Guide to Writing Your Own Website Copy | Tips from a Website Designer
So you’ve decided to write your own website copy and while you’re excited you’re not quite sure where to start. This article will share what you need to know about website copy. Uncover how to write your own website copy along with what you should include on each of your key pages in this simple guide. https://katieobrien.com/writing-your-own-website-copy/
An Overview of Marie Forleo’s B School Program in 2023 | Is it right for you and your business?
Take your business to the next level with Marie Forleo’s B-School program. This course has been monumental in the success of my website design business. This program is also one of the only business-building courses I’ve taken in the last 10 years. B-School taught me how to create a clear profit plan, up-level my offerings, streamline my marketing, create a winning website, and more. Get an inside look at the B-School program with this article and decide if it's right for you and your business.
How to Plan for Your Upcoming Website Launch Announcement | Two Strategies from a Web Designer
How will you plan to announce your new website? Should you build some anticipation? Where should you share it? And what do you say in your announcement when you’re sharing? I answer these questions and more in this blog post article. While the answers can vary based on each individual client and project, I have two launch strategies that tend to work for everyone. https://katieobrien.com/website-launch-announcement/
Website Legal Disclaimers to Include on Your Website (+ video walkthrough)
It can be confusing to know which website legal disclaimers and website legal notices to have on your website. Uncover a simple privacy policy generator to protect your website and learn how to know when you need more than just a privacy policy. This article and video walkthrough will teach you everything you need to know about website legal disclaimers and more.
My Step-by-Step WordPress Website Design Process | Just 30 Days to Launch!
Learn how I approach website design in this step-by-step walk through my website design process. From initial consultations to launch day, discover the steps I take to create stunning websites that achieve goals. Get insights into my design philosophy, collaboration strategies, and commitment to responsive, SEO-friendly websites.
Top 5 Important Pages to Include on Your Interior Design Website
What pages should my website have? This is one of the most common questions I receive from new website design clients. Even if they have a pre-existing website, they’re always looking to me for clarification on the essential pages to include on their new interior design website. While every website should be built strategically around that business’s goals, there are a few website pages that are expected, especially for interior design businesses.
Website Audit Checklist: Simple Resource To Improve Your Website in 2023
Performing regular website audits is a proactive way of protecting one of your greatest marketing investments. Even if you’re more of the set-it-and-forget-it type, performing a website self-audit annually is suggested to be at the top of your to-do list. With this annual website audit checklist, you can quickly identify what’s working well and what may need some improvement.