{"id":1994,"date":"2017-12-28T20:48:24","date_gmt":"2017-12-28T20:48:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/web-kare.org\/blog\/?p=1994"},"modified":"2017-12-28T20:48:24","modified_gmt":"2017-12-28T20:48:24","slug":"landing-page-essentials","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/web-kare.org\/blog\/landing-page-essentials\/","title":{"rendered":"Landing Page Essentials"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nAre your landing pages generating sales? If not, you may be missing a key element on our checklist. Based on our experience designing and marketing profitable websites, we\u2019ve put together this guide for crafting landing pages that convert. Here’s our top ten essential elements for landing pages:<\/p>\n

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  1. Well-Formatted Copy Explaining What You Do<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Each landing page should focus on a single purpose and clearly explain the information that belongs there. Think about some focal questions customers might ask about your offerings and answer them on the page. Your copy should also be compelling with an attractive layout. \u00a0Visitors don\u2019t want to read a clumpy block of text. Split it up with bullets and catchy headlines, so it\u2019s scannable.<\/p>\n

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    1. Updated Look<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      This one is self-explanatory. Your website is your storefront. If it looks old, visitors aren\u2019t going to want to buy from your company.<\/p>\n

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      1. Clean & Uncluttered Layout<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        It\u2019s not enough to have a modern website. Your layout also needs to be clean, so your website looks professional and it\u2019s easy for visitors to navigate.\u00a0You don\u2019t want users becoming overwhelmed on your landing pages because there’s too much content.<\/p>\n

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        1. Text That Says What Sets You Apart<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          We often see landing pages full of information explaining what the company does and nothing else. The best landing pages outline why the company is set apart from the competition. Why should visitors go with your company when there are plenty of other options? What benefits, specialties, or deals does your company offer? Answering these questions is very important to turning web visitors into sales.<\/p>\n

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          1. Attractive, Relevant Images<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            You may have heard the expression \u201cyou have to see it to believe it.\u201d\u00a0 Anyone can say<\/em> they make the nicest product out there, but without some sort of tangible evidence, it\u2019s just empty words. Images add to your credibility, and they help visitors to qualify whether they want to use your company. Additionally, photos break up the text and make for a more aesthetically pleasing layout.<\/p>\n

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            1. Clear Call-to-Action<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              This is a big one that a lot of people miss. Every landing page on your website needs to have a clear call-to-action, directing visitors to take the next step. You want to make it easy and appealing for visitors to contact you, fill out a form, sign up for a newsletter, etc. If users come to your website without taking any sort of action, their visit didn\u2019t do anything for your company. You want to convert them into a sale and this is done by directing them to your next step — whatever that is.<\/p>\n

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              1. Multiple Method(s) to Contact You <\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                Give visitors as many opportunities to contact you as possible. Each landing page should have your phone number and email. You could even add live chat! The more ways users can reach you, the higher likelihood they\u2019ll contact you.<\/p>\n

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                1. Forms<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                  We\u2019re putting forms on all our client\u2019s websites now (see example below). These contact boxes act as another call-to-action, inviting visitors to reach out to your company. For users who don\u2019t want to pick up the phone, forms are a great alternative that are quick and painless to fill out.<\/p>\n

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                  1. Responsive Layout <\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                    Your website should adapt to all screen sizes, so no matter what device users are viewing it from, the experience is pleasant. According to Adobe, 40% of users will leave your website if it isn\u2019t mobile friendly.<\/p>\n

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                    1. User-Friendly Navigation<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                      Your navigation should provide clear labels for the pages users can visit. This way, no matter which landing page they’re on, they get a general idea of all of your offerings. You don\u2019t want users to struggle to find something they\u2019re looking for. This is a quick way to lose a prospective customer. The best way to determine if you have strong navigation is to have someone who doesn\u2019t know your website test it for you.<\/p>\n

                      Conclusion: <\/strong><\/h5>\n

                      If you follow these guidelines, we can\u2019t guarantee<\/em> you\u2019ll get tons of new leads. You still need to drive visitors to your website using SEO, PPC, or other marketing tactics. However, at least you\u2019ll know you\u2019re not losing any leads to your website. Any users who do visit your website will be much more likely to convert.<\/p>\n

                      If you want us to build you an optimized website or help market your current site, you can reach us at marketing@web-kare.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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