“I Know I Need a Website… But Where Do I Even Start?”

ecowebnz
May 1
2 min read

You know you need a website, but you're stuck at square one.

Maybe a friend told you,“You should really have a website.”Maybe you're tired of saying “DM me” instead of “Here’s my link.”Or maybe you’ve tried DIY platforms and ended up overwhelmed before you even published.

Sound familiar?

You’re not alone. For many small business owners, the idea of building a website feels more stressful than exciting. It's not just about tech — it's the pressure of getting it right.

At EcoWeb, we hear this all the time. So let’s break it down together — clearly, simply, and without the tech overwhelm.

Step 1: Know Your Website’s Purpose

Before anything else — stop and ask:

“What do I want this website to do for my business?”

Do you want:

People to find you on Google?
To share your services and build trust?
To take bookings or show off your work?

Tip: Your website isn’t just a digital brochure. It’s a tool. Knowing what it should do helps you focus on what actually matters (and avoid spending time or money on things that don’t).

Step 2: Decide What Pages You Actually Need

You don’t need 10 pages to launch a great site.Start small. Here’s a simple setup:

Home: Who you are and how you help
About: Your story and why they should trust you
Services/Products: What you offer
Contact: How to get in touch (with a form or phone number)

That’s it. You can always add more later.

Step 3: Gather the Basics

Don’t wait for perfection. Just gather:

A few quality photos (even phone photos are fine if they’re clear!)
A logo or name graphic (we can help if you don’t have one)
A short description of what you do and who you help
Your contact info: phone, email, address, social links

Pro tip: It doesn’t need to be fancy — just real, clear, and true to your business.

Step 4: Choose the Right Platform (Or Partner)

This is where many people get stuck.

Wix: Great for real simple, professional websites or restaurant online ordering
WordPress: More complex, but flexible if you have lots of content
Shopify: Best for e-commerce stores

If you’re not sure what’s right for you — don’t waste hours Googling. Talk to someone who builds websites for businesses like yours.