Most of my clients are perhaps equally passionate about death & dying work and NOT wanting to build their own website!
It's ok if this just isn't your thing. Still, you have to make a decision about who to hire to build your website! There are so many platforms & options out there, it's hard to know where to even begin.
This is an important investment in your practice, and it's important to me that you be able to make an informed choice.
Below you'll find answers to the most common questions death workers ask me about my website templates. If you have a question that you don't see here, please do book a free call, or email me at info@thewebsitedoula.com and I'll get right back to you!
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I be able to edit my website myself?
Your package includes comprehensive video tutorials so you can have 100% confidence updating your website photos & content. Your new website will be so much easier to manage than you might imagine, even if you're tech-phobic!
I am of course always available with hourly support if you'd rather not be responsible for this!
How does the website planning process work?
I've kept the process as simple as possible for you!
- Clear guidance & word-limits for each section of copy to make writing content easy.
- Access to a curated photo collection of images for use on your website.
- Guidance on font combination & color schemes, or provide your own branding kit!
Need additional guidance? You can add live coaching calls to your package or even copywriting!
How long does it take for my website to go live?
Once you submit your content and choices for fonts, colors & images, we are ready to build your site! You'll book your build week using our online calendar, and will have your draft ready for review within 3 business days.
From the time you purchase the package, you have up to one year to book your site build & launch. Some clients are ready within a few days. Others take a few months. You simply let me know when you're ready & we begin your build!
Why do you build on WordPress?
Quite simply, it is the best platform for business owners who want an online foundation they can grow with. WordPress offers all the flexibility we need to make the most of your site, fully mobile responsive design capability, and countless tools we can use to add functionality as you grow.
I use the Beaver Builder content management system - trusted, 100% flexible, and up to date. Plus, full drag-and-drop design structure so you can make changes on your site with ease.
Quite simply, it is the best platform for business owners who want an online foundation they can grow with. WordPress offers all the flexibility we need to make the most of your site, fully mobile responsive design capability, and countless tools we can use to add functionality as you grow.
I use the Beaver Builder content management system - trusted, 100% flexible, and up to date. Plus, full drag-and-drop design structure so you can make changes on your site with ease.
Do I need a logo or branding package?
Yes, and no… While it is optimal to work with a graphic designer to create your visual brand, your package does include resources to help you choose your colors & fonts.
Many clients who are just starting out choose to do a simple word logo, writing their business name with a nice font and perhaps some color until they are ready for a higher level of branding support.
Will my site show up on page #1 on Google?
Good search engine optimization takes time and effort. I set up your site with a strong local SEO foundation, paying attention to your on-page optimization and back-end settings.
Your SEO success will vary according to the age of your domain, your location, the size of your site, blogging and link-building efforts, and a host of other factors. Good SEO is an ongoing process - there are no quick fixes.
What other costs should I plan for?
You will need to purchase your website domain. I will provide guidance on where to purchase it if you don't have one already. These generally range from $12 - $20 / year. Some small business owners simply use a free Gmail account. Others choose a domain-based email such as hello@mywebsite.com you can pay for a google workspace email.
How does PAYMENT WORK?
All sites have a $750 initial site build fee. In addition, you will be on the two-year site hosting & maintenance plan of your choice. Your monthly payments begin one month after you book your build with the initial site fee. Should you decide to cancel your site before the end of the two-year period, you will be required to pay the balance upfront, or you can choose to remain on the monthly installments. After the two-year period is complete, you can choose to either upgrade or downgrade your site plan with me, or transition to your own hosting plan and manage the site yourself.