{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65d4445a7e29af00164868b8/672250669d32b8a1933617aa?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Website Success for 2025, Part 2: The Surprising Truth About DIY Websites: What No One Tells You Before You Start","description":"<p>In this episode of the Growth Show Podcast, host Whitney chats about the challenges and misconceptions surrounding DIY websites using platforms like Squarespace, Wix, and WordPress. She emphasizes the importance of not just beautiful design but strategic functionality that converts visitors into clients. Whitney highlights that many DIY and even professionally designed websites fail due to a lack of clear client-focused strategies, strong copy, and conversion-focused pages. She also shares insights on the hidden costs and frustrations associated with DIY website building. Finally, she introduces the Wellness Pro Website System, a comprehensive solution for building strategic, flexible, and easy-to-update WordPress websites designed specifically for wellness professionals.</p><p><br></p><p>Don't forget to visit the <a href=\"http://whitneybateson.com/website-success-2025\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">series page</a> to grab your free downloadable guide with key takeaways from each episode, join the conversation, and ask questions to help you succeed in 2025!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>In this episode:</strong></p><p>Recap of Part One: Why Just Having a Website Isn't Enough</p><p>The Reality of DIY Websites</p><p>The Hidden Costs of DIY Websites</p><p>Introducing the Wellness Pro Website System</p><p>Hiring a Designer: Pros and Cons</p><p>Conclusion and Next Steps</p><p><br></p><p>Want new podcast episodes sent to your inbox each week, plus other resources, advice, and special offers to help you grow? <a href=\"https://whitneybateson.com/podnewsletter\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Sign up here!</strong></a></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Whitney Bateson:&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Instagram:</strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"http://instagram.com/whitneybateson\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@‌whitneybateson</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Looking for more? Here are 3 ways to get my support in helping your health or wellness business grow and thrive</strong>:</p><ol><li><strong>Read My Blog:</strong> Get practical, easy-to-follow advice and tips to make growing your online business easier - find articles about finding your first clients, copywriting, branding, sales and marketing advice, and so much more. <a href=\"https://whitneybateson.com/my-blog\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Dive in here.</a></li><li><strong>Download My Free Resources:</strong> From clarifying your brand, to defining your services and more, download my workbooks and guides that will finally give you the clarity you need to make real, lasting progress in your business. <a href=\"https://whitneybateson.com/resources\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Access the resources here.</a></li><li><strong>Learn About The Wellness Pro Website System:</strong> In our 6-week live group program, my team and I help you create a beautiful, strategic website that not only looks great, it helps you get more clients, too! Your website is your online storefront, and through recorded lessons, group calls, templates, and hands-on support throughout the program, we help you ensure your website shows off your true value, and will support the growth of your business for years to come. <a href=\"https://whitneybateson.com/waitlist\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more here.</a></li></ol>","author_name":"Whitney Bateson"}