Now that you have purchased a website domain, it is time to start designing your personal/professional website. The 5 tabs below will introduce you to some of the major design elements you will want to think about including on your website.
You will submit the URL of your completed website at the end of the Module. Good luck and have fun!
Review the Thinglink below to browse possible themes for your new website. You can download any one of these themes for free, or you can browse WordPress.org to find others.
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By-Line: Defines you and your expertise.
By-Line example: Web Designer • Creative Blogger • Pong Master
Slogan: A short and striking memorable phrase in 3-7 words.
Slogan examples: Nike - Just Do It! Coke - Coke Is It.
USP: Unique Selling Proposition/ Unique Value Proposition (UVP)
Your USP or UVP is the reason that one product or service is different from and better than that of the competition.
Tips:
What type of imagery reflects your brand? It could be images of sports, business, art, dance, outdoors, cars, animals or technology.
Collect imagery that resonates with you and your business or personal goals. Remember the imagery needs to be professional and personal. Be mindful of your brand. Create a folder with 10 -12 pieces of imagery you can use for your professional/personal website and blog posts. This can include photos of yourself (for your bio) and photos that you have taken. Similar colors, design shapes, and image details will help as you develop your brand.
*Note: be careful of using images from the internet that are copyrighted. You can purchase photos from Dreamstime.com that are royalty free for minimal cost or take your own photos. This may be the perfect solution to creating your own personal brand, using photos that you’ve created.