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Ivy Freelance · #11 (**permalink**) 07-10-2009

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Originally Posted by Write Associate

If you're still stuck, I have a free copywriting tips report that you can pick up from my website that might give you a few ideas to get the thoughts flowing. Just click here to grab a copy!

Hi Tammi. I followed your link and it says to enter name and email below, but there's no place to enter it. The opt-in box seems to be missing. Is it just me?

Deb

p.s. Using Firefox 3.0.10 on Vista.

Write Associate · #12 (**permalink**) 07-10-2009

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Originally Posted by Ivy Freelance

Hi Tammi. I followed your link and it says to enter name and email below, but there's no place to enter it. The opt-in box seems to be missing. Is it just me?

Deb

p.s. Using Firefox 3.0.10 on Vista.

Oh geez...I had this trouble a few months back but thought I got it fixed! I think there's something wrong with the communication between my web host and the newsletter provider...but of course each one says it's not their problem!

Anyway, if you're interested in this report, you can contact me through my site or PM me with your email address. Sorry for the inconvenience!

J+L Consulting · #13 (**permalink**) 07-10-2009

Winston has a great idea and I'd like to expand on that a bit.

Take out a sheet of paper for each webpage you think you want (Home page, Clients, Testimonials, Contact Us, etc.). Lay them out in the order you think you want them in on a space you can arrange them. Then jot down a brief outline of the content you think should go there, leaving room to fill in the blanks as you go.

I find that as you jot down more things, it triggers an idea for content that should be on another page. When you figure out what you want on the page, the content should fill itself in. This is a couple day project, and you might find yourself thinking about those sheets of paper at odd times, but it does help me sort my thoughts, and the content seems to flow from the organization.

Stewartwin · #14 (**permalink**) 07-11-2009

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Originally Posted by J+L Consulting

Winston has a great idea and I'd like to expand on that a bit.

Take out a sheet of paper for each webpage you think you want (Home page, Clients, Testimonials, Contact Us, etc.). Lay them out in the order you think you want them in on a space you can arrange them. Then jot down a brief outline of the content you think should go there, leaving room to fill in the blanks as you go.

I find that as you jot down more things, it triggers an idea for content that should be on another page. When you figure out what you want on the page, the content should fill itself in. This is a couple day project, and you might find yourself thinking about those sheets of paper at odd times, but it does help me sort my thoughts, and the content seems to flow from the organization.

I completely agree. Just get something down, and that will start the whole process. If you feel overwhelmed, just do like I said earlier... walk away and do something else. After a few hours revisit your project with fresh eyes and a clear mind. Good Luck!!! Let us know how things are coming.

CarolineCloutie · #15 (**permalink**) 07-16-2009

I have learned since launching my business that people do not enjoy writing about themselves! As someone said above, take a piece of paper and now write down your positive qualities. Then take that piece of paper to your trusted family and friends and ask them to add to it. Also, browse around and look at the competition's websites. Just to get an idea of the types of words used and the flow of their site.

Once you have a rough outline of what you would like to write, be sure to use active words and 'keywords' that will get you noticed on the search engines. I won't go into SEO here, but if you have any questions PM me. good luck

Caroline Pigott
http://cpstyle.ca

Kayla · #16 (**permalink**) 10-21-2009

Hi there,

My website is under construction to and this info is helpful. I'm finding it difficult to sound original, when I was researching I visited several sites and found that quite a few of them had pretty much the same content with slightly different wording. I'm trying to think of a creative way to grab peoples attention when they visit my site (this is harder than it sounds).

Do any of you have any suggestions on what kind of pages are pertinent, do I need an about me page and testimonials? And where can I get one of those rate calculators?

Thanks in advance,

Kayla.

Excel Virtual Services · #17 (**permalink**) 10-22-2009

Hello there,

I can certainly understand, I am in the same predicament myself. I have had past colleges and friends take a look at what I have so far. I have received great feedback. I am incorporating the feedback into my website now.

Ivette

SimplyClassic · #18 (**permalink**) 10-22-2009

I've been having the same problem for months, I decided this week was the week for me to tackle the website. I started with defining what a Virtual Assistant is and how the use benefits my clients. Using scenarios helped guide that section of my site. I went on to the services and detailed a list that eventually I will have to add more descriptive details, but at least it is started. I added a news section and guestbook that turned out perfectly. The hardest part for me to write is the About Us section - what is important to include - what is pointless....that is my "today" project. I made sure every page included something and got it published mainly to keep me on the daunting task of finishing it. Good luck everyone on your sites