2. Pick an authoring program. If you are designing your own site, you may use HTML (straightforward coding that is easy to learn, but has design limitations) or you may decide to use a WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) program. Examples are:

• Microsoft’s Front Page - easy to learn if you are already familiar with Microsoft’s Office and has some nice features. Just don’t fall into the trap of using their templates (my opinion is that they are all over the Internet and yell "amateur").
• Adobe’s GoLive -- I haven’t personally used this program, but would suggest it if you are already using other Adobe programs. The newest version has some powerful and useful features.
• Macromedia’s Dreamweaver -- my authoring program of choice. It is not cheap, and has so many capabilities it takes time to learn. However, if you work through the tutorials, you will be able to get a basic, well-designed website up without trouble. You can always learn the bells and whistles in time.

3. Gather and create content. Again, whoever is doing the designing needs worthwhile content (the two major considerations for the success of a website are usability and content).

• Copy -- should be clear, concise, worthwhile reading and not loaded with hype. I know that you will find people on the Internet who tell you they are making millions and their sales pitches go on and on. I hope when you were planning, your goal wasn’t to make "millions." Well written articles are tops with the majority of people you and I want to attract, and can always be incorporated into special reports and/or e-books in the future.
• Graphics -- banners, buttons, clip art and/or photographs should be chosen for your target audience and with download time in
  Leadership and the Harry Potter Syndrome
  When looking at filling first/middle level leadership positions, the vast majority of organizations commendably prefer to promote from within. Unfortunately, with few exceptions, the vast majority of organizations suffer from the Harry Potter Syndrome of leadership development.The day of promotionCongratulations, the position i
  g the site becomes much easier.

  2. Pick an authoring program. If you are designing your own site, you may use HTML (straightforward coding that is easy to learn, but has design limitations) or you may decide to use a WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) program. Examples are:

  • Microsoft’s Front Page - easy to learn if you are already familiar with Microsoft’s Office and has some nice features. Just don’t fall into the trap of using their templates (my opinion is that they are all over the Internet and yell "amateur").
  • Adobe’s GoLive -- I haven’t personally used this program, but would suggest it if you are already using other Adobe programs. The newest version has some powerful and useful features.
  • Macromedia’s Dreamweaver -- my authoring program of choice. It is not cheap, and has so many capabilities it takes time to learn. However, if you work through the tutorials, you will be able to get a basic, well-designed website up without trouble. You can always learn the bells and whistles in time.

  3. Gather and create content. Again, whoever is doing the designing needs worthwhile content (the two major considerations for the success of a website are usability and content).

  • Copy -- should be clear, concise, worthwhile reading and not loaded with hype. I know that you will find people on the Internet who tell you they are making millions and their sales pitches go on and on. I hope when you were planning, your goal wasn’t to make "millions." Well written articles are tops with the majority of people you and I want to attract, and can always be incorporated into special reports and/or e-books in the future.
  • Graphics -- banners, buttons, clip art and/or photographs should be chosen for your target audience and with download time in
    Yoda Was Right: Size Matters Not
    When I receive speaking inquiries from organizations who want me to keynote their conferences or meetings, I always chuckle when I hear comments like:“Could you have your assistant fax me a fee schedule? “Who does your booking for you?” “Should I call your agent find out if you have that date available?”My respons
    eir templates (my opinion is that they are all over the Internet and yell "amateur").
  • Adobe’s GoLive -- I haven’t personally used this program, but would suggest it if you are already using other Adobe programs. The newest version has some powerful and useful features.
  • Macromedia’s Dreamweaver -- my authoring program of choice. It is not cheap, and has so many capabilities it takes time to learn. However, if you work through the tutorials, you will be able to get a basic, well-designed website up without trouble. You can always learn the bells and whistles in time.

  3. Gather and create content. Again, whoever is doing the designing needs worthwhile content (the two major considerations for the success of a website are usability and content).

  • Copy -- should be clear, concise, worthwhile reading and not loaded with hype. I know that you will find people on the Internet who tell you they are making millions and their sales pitches go on and on. I hope when you were planning, your goal wasn’t to make "millions." Well written articles are tops with the majority of people you and I want to attract, and can always be incorporated into special reports and/or e-books in the future.
  • Graphics -- banners, buttons, clip art and/or photographs should be chosen for your target audience and with download time in
    Ego? At What Price!
    It would seem that some salespeople would rather protect their ego than help a customer and make a sale.Todays customers can make purchases without ever seeing a human - if they choose to do business that way.To truly succeed in the future, sales professionals will be well served by knowing how to handle customers, and all
    orials, you will be able to get a basic, well-designed website up without trouble. You can always learn the bells and whistles in time.

  3. Gather and create content. Again, whoever is doing the designing needs worthwhile content (the two major considerations for the success of a website are usability and content).

  • Copy -- should be clear, concise, worthwhile reading and not loaded with hype. I know that you will find people on the Internet who tell you they are making millions and their sales pitches go on and on. I hope when you were planning, your goal wasn’t to make "millions." Well written articles are tops with the majority of people you and I want to attract, and can always be incorporated into special reports and/or e-books in the future.
  • Graphics -- banners, buttons, clip art and/or photographs should be chosen for your target audience and with download time in
    What About Snipers on Ebay?
    Sniping always occurs when a bid is about to end and many bidders are focused on the item in question; with some of these people waiting to the last moment to place their bids a bit higher than the higher bid. Sniping is against the rules at eBay, but it doesn’t slow the snipers down! In most cases, even if you report it, the sniper will g
    n the Internet who tell you they are making millions and their sales pitches go on and on. I hope when you were planning, your goal wasn’t to make "millions." Well written articles are tops with the majority of people you and I want to attract, and can always be incorporated into special reports and/or e-books in the future.
  • Graphics -- banners, buttons, clip art and/or photographs should be chosen for your target audience and with download time in mind. Large, high-resolution photographs will slow the download time, and if your target visitors don’t have high speed connections, they won’t wait.
  • Suggested graphics programs (what I use) are Macromedia Fireworks and Jasc Paint Shop Pro 9. Both are excellent and have a huge number of capabilities. If you are using Dreamweaver, it works hand-in-hand with Fireworks.