Your Website Looks… Fine. But Is It Actually Working?
You spent hours choosing fonts, dragging photos into place, maybe even watching a few YouTube tutorials. You launched your DIY website and waited for the bookings to roll in.
But instead? Only crickets…
Here’s the thing no one tells you when you’re building your own website: looking pretty isn’t enough. Your website needs to convert visitors into clients, build trust instantly, and reflect your brand’s value – all in just a few seconds.
Let’s talk about why that DIY website might be costing you more than you think.
1. It Looks Like Everyone Else’s
That template you picked? Thousands of other business owners probably picked it too. The problem is you’re blending in when your brand should be standing out.
Your website should instantly communicate who you are and why you’re different – not just exist as a digital placeholder. It is the same thing when it comes to your business logo and branding. Click to read my blog about how your canva logo looks like everyone else’s here.
2. It’s Not Built to Convert
Designers think in strategy, not just aesthetics. A great website layout guides users through your content with intention:
→ What should they click first?
→ Where should their eyes go next?
→ What makes them want to hit that “Book Now” button?
DIY websites often miss this crucial user flow, which leads to high bounce rates and low bookings.
3. It’s Slowing You Down (Literally)
DIY wesites are often packed with bloated code, unoptimized images, and clunky design elements that slow down loading time. Not only is that bad for user experience – it’s also terrible for SEO.
And let’s be real: you didn’t start your business to spend hours tweaking font sizes or fixing broken mobile layouts. That’s what designers (me) are for.
What to Do Instead
✅ Invest in a custom website that reflects you, not just a vibe.
✅ Make strategy part of the design.
✅ Let someone else handle the tech so you can focus on your business.
Ready to Ditch the DIY Look?
If you’re tired of playing web designer and ready to look like the pro you are, let’s chat. I design custom, personality-packed websites that help you stand out and get booked.
→ Click here to check out my “Total Knockout Package” (Branding & Website) → Click here to check out “Website In A Week”
Or grab my free website checklist to start cleaning things up today.
