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6 Design Elements Your Website Needs To Boost Conversion

During website audits, I see some common missing essentials for capturing visitor attention and driving aligned client leads. Here, I break down six elements inspired by the StoryBrand framework which emphasizes the importance of clear messaging and designing your website around your customer’s problem and the solutions you offer to improve overall user experience and website conversion.

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Elements of a Successful & Strategic Homepage Design

The average website visitor spends less than a minute on a webpage, reads only a quarter of the text and will leave if your value is not communicated within 10 seconds.

Want to convert your website visitors into paying clients? You may need a homepage overhaul. Read on for some tips.

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