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Concept to Launch: How to start a web site, part 1

I have been part of lots of web projects… some have fallen flat on their faces, and some turned into major success stories. Of course, there were a few in between! For those of you just getting started on a new venture, here is my personal step-by-step formula for setting up a new web site, from concept to its initial launch.

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How to choose a domain name

Naming your domain is a tough but important choice. Don’t make a shot in the dark; make an informed decision! Put a smart keyword into your domain name so you can more easily rank highly on that keyword.

  • Identify your top competitors
  • Snoop out your competitors’ main keywords
  • Make a comprehensive keyword list
  • Find out which keywords are best
  • Brainstorm good available domain names
  • Rule out the bad names
  • Pick a good name and register it

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