In Memoriam 9/11
September 11, 2009
Remembering those whose lives were lost.
BOTW Host Gator and GoDaddy Promo Codes
September 10, 2009
Here are a some ways for you to save money on web site services:
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Host Gator:
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GoDaddy:
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Actually, I get better savings by going to Dealtaker.com and using one of their GoDaddy coupon codes. You can get .com domain names for $7.49 instead of $10.69 (boy have they gone up!), or get $5-20 off orders. They now have a promo code that lets you get a 10% discount even on renewals, which normally cost full price.
3 Free Tools – Web Site Usability / User Experience
September 8, 2009
In my previous post I wrote about the importance of usability/user experience testing on your web site.
Now for some interesting tools to help you along…
Wave – free, easy to use, and fantastic for a visual overview of your site. I recommend you download the Firefox toolbar for an even better look at it.
Improve Readability – this one really caught me out on Buzz Marketing Pros! My home page was, sure enough, filled with “agency-speak” and not connecting with the average reader. It showed the offending copy right in the analysis, so I knew what I needed to change.
Usabilla – this tool is in beta. It allows you to get visual feedback from visitors, who can indicate what they do/don’t like about your site. I’m still working with this…you may encounter it soon when you visit the Diva.
Do you have favorite usability tools to add to this list?
