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09-20-2007
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'I Hate My Website' - free ebook from Microsoft
I just received a press release announcing this new ebook put out by Microsoft and Entrepreneur.com and thought some of our members might find it useful - it's a free download - just click here to get your copy.
From product download page:
"...this ebook includes tips, techniques, and tools to help you design an effective and engaging Web site, generate more Web site traffic, maximize search engine results, provide a more secure online experience, and much more."
I've just had a quick glance through it and although very basic, it does provide a good outline to follow when revisiting an existing site or preparing to create a new one. Addresses everything from navigation to content, driving traffic, and relating to/engaging your visitors. It also provides links to further resources (some free, some paid).
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09-20-2007
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Re: 'I Hate My Website' - free ebook from Microsoft
I got my copy!! will save it for when I have a little extra time
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09-20-2007
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Re: 'I Hate My Website' - free ebook from Microsoft
What's extra time?  Got mine, too!
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09-20-2007
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Company name: Modern Marketing Support
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Re: 'I Hate My Website' - free ebook from Microsoft
Thanks Tess. This will come in handy since "I hate my website"!
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09-20-2007
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Re: 'I Hate My Website' - free ebook from Microsoft
LOL  website development is an ongoing process, isn't it? I know it's frustrating at first, but the more you learn in that area the better off you are as a business owner...it's so worth it in the long run.
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10-27-2007
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Re: 'I Hate My Website' - free ebook from Microsoft
I downloaded a copy and read a small amount, thanks Tess. "I Hate My Website" because I am still creating it, so this will help a great deal!
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10-28-2007
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Re: 'I Hate My Website' - free ebook from Microsoft
LOL! I'm so sorry to know that so many of you hate your websites! You should **love** it (if at all possible  ), it's one of the most visible facets of your business and represents you to the online world....Whatever it is you're hating so much about it..don't forget there's lots of help available here on the forums. Just post your questions wherever they make the most sense and someone (more likely, many someones  ) will jump in to assist you.
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10-28-2007
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Re: 'I Hate My Website' - free ebook from Microsoft
Did someone mentioned "extra time"? What is that?
Great ebook!
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11-05-2007
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Re: 'I Hate My Website' - free ebook from Microsoft
Update on my "I Hate my Website." I guess what I hated the most was trying to do it the easy way, using a template. All the templates looked the same. So since then I have decided to shake things up and go with Expression web. Although it is taking more time to learn the CSS coding, I feel I will be happier in the long run. I tried learning Joomla, may I just say frustrated. I couldn't find out how to change my logo even. So that will go onto my list of programs to learn. My site is 90% complete. When I get it finished, I would love to post it here and get some feedback from you.
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11-05-2007
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Re: 'I Hate My Website' - free ebook from Microsoft
Good move! One of the best things you can do as a business owner is learn to take more control of your site - CSS is a great tool to have in your belt!
Don't worry about the Joomla thing - it's WAY more complicated than it needs to be - we're what you would call 'experienced' and we steer clear of it!
I'll look forward to seeing your site in the website reviews and announcements section!
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10-05-2009
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Re: 'I Hate My Website' - free ebook from Microsoft
Hi Ladies,
Does anyone still have there free copy saved that they wouldn't mind sharing? I have tried but am unable to acess the copy. I am receiving the message "insert failed." Please share if you have a chance my goals for the next 3 months is to develop my niche and my website.
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10-05-2009
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Re: 'I Hate My Website' - free ebook from Microsoft
i cant download it!! anyone else having any problems?
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10-05-2009
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Company name: Virtual Assistant Chick
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Re: 'I Hate My Website' - free ebook from Microsoft
Can someone send this to me directly? Whenever I click "Begin Download" I get the message "Insert failed. Please try again later" which I will do. Is anyone else experiencing this?
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10-05-2009
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Company name: DSA Virtual Assistant Services
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Re: 'I Hate My Website' - free ebook from Microsoft
I just tried to download it and it said "Insert Failed - try again later" Not sure what insert failed is, but I will try again later.
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10-05-2009
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Company name: Advantage Administrative Solutions
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Re: 'I Hate My Website' - free ebook from Microsoft
I had the same problem, I will try again tomorrow.
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