{"id":2655,"date":"2020-09-02T09:32:42","date_gmt":"2020-09-02T09:32:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.brightpearl.com\/?p=1765"},"modified":"2022-10-26T08:12:55","modified_gmt":"2022-10-26T08:12:55","slug":"7-steps-to-launching-a-website-for-your-brick-and-mortar-store","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.brightpearl.com\/blog\/7-steps-to-launching-a-website-for-your-brick-and-mortar-store","title":{"rendered":"7 Steps to Launching a Website for Your Brick-and-Mortar Store"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Business is always evolving, and the growth of eCommerce is no exception. Smart business owners know how important it is to go online.<\/span><\/p>\n

Having a website is like placing a billboard on every street in the world. It can expose you to millions of potential customers you could never reach before. A website can boost your brand dramatically. More sales, recognition, and authority are within reach.<\/span><\/p>\n

But that’s not the only reason to build a website. Today, customers expect businesses to have one. Facebook Business Pages are popular, but they shouldn’t be your only online presence. It’s more professional to have a site of your own.<\/span><\/p>\n

Professionalism builds trust. Online shoppers worry about scams, and your website will increase their confidence. After all, it takes time, energy, and money to make a website. Customers will see that you’ve invested in your business. By extension, you’re invested in your customers, as well.<\/span><\/p>\n

Launching a website might seem difficult. However, all you need is some foreknowledge and a plan.<\/span><\/p>\n

Follow these steps and you’ll be online in no time.<\/span><\/p>\n

Step 1: Planning<\/b><\/h2>\n

Proper planning leads to success. This was true for starting your business, and it’s the same for building a website. Start your plan by answering a few questions.<\/span><\/p>\n