Establishing a digital footprint is crucial for any emerging leader, organization, or project. Welcome to the MAGMA Leadership Program’s guide on launching your first official website. Creating a simple website with zero cash is entirely possible, especially when you leverage a credibility program like MAGMA to build trust with your international audience right from the start.
1. Start with a Free Platform
You do not need a massive budget to get online. Use WordPress.com and start with a free subdomain, such as magmatest.wordpress.com. If you are entirely new to building sites, there is a helpful beginner tutorial available online to help you know what to do.
2. The Basic Web Pages You Need
A successful website doesn’t need to be overly complicated. Focus on these four essential pages to clearly communicate your message:
- Home: This will act as your landing page to welcome visitors.
- About: This section defines who you are, your purpose, your justification, and where you work. This is also where you should showcase your vision, mission, objectives, and a list of your activities.
- Activities: This page tells what you do in brief detail. Here, you describe each of the activities you listed under the About page.
- Contact: This shows people how to contact you. Be sure to include when and where you can be found.
Remember, your website is a living document. You can improve this from time to time as you learn more insights on what else might be needed.
3. Website Growth Steps
Once your free site is established and you are ready to scale, you can take specific website growth steps. When you are ready, you can connect a custom domain, such as magmatest.com or magmatest.org. The annual cost for WordPress is $60, which you can purchase directly or through ATTUNE40.
4. Leveraging the MAGMA Credibility Network
Building a website is just the first step; building trust is the next. You can enhance your online reputation by leveraging the MAGMA Credibility Network. Be sure to leverage the MAGMA Directory by submitting your listing. Once your information is verified, your listing will go directly to the MAGMA Directory page.
By following these simple steps, you can launch a professional, credible website that connects with your audience worldwide. Stay tuned for our next lesson.