design
SEO: Search Engine Optimization – What is it and do I need it?
May 13th
When you see SEO plastered all over advertisements through the internet, you may wonder what this really is. What is Search Engine Optimization and why is it necessary? SEO is a tool that can vastly improve your search engine results for your Web site without paying any extra fees per click. 
Organically increasing the ranking of your site can be extremely beneficial if you’re trying to get your name out there. There are lots of tips and tricks out there to do this if you work with someone who is trained in SEO. Funnel Tip, a client of DVo Designs, is a excellent start for any SEO services for your current web site. Go ahead and check them out. They will walk you through how it works and get your site moving up and up through the search engine rankings.
Remember, you could have the most jaw-dropping Web site design but if nobody can find it, what’s the point?
The value of excellent customer service
Apr 9th
After working with several clients and setting up web sites using various host companies and domain registrars it has become apparent to me: You cannot put a price on excellent customer service. If there is one thing that I could avoid when making web sites it would be dealing with these mom-and-pop-shop hosting and domain companies. A domain registration site that doesn’t allow you to make changes yourself? Really?! I wish GoDaddy would just buy everyone out. Much of this may be going right over your head, but the moral of the story is when you are thinking of creating a web site do your best to research the hosting companies with the best customer service. Web sites are a piece of technology and as you know, technology can break. When you’re web site is down and you can’t do anything about it, it’s a real headache. Prior to signing up for a hosting company or registering a domain, always consult someone with experience or look through forums. Here are some suggestions below for companies I have worked with:
Domain Registration
GoDaddy allows for an array of customization in regards to your domain name and it’s by far, the easiest site to work with on the customer service side.
Great Hosting Companies
Good luck out there. Contact me with any questions.
Google Themes by DVo Designs
Mar 4th
When I have some free time on my hands I dabble in Google theme creation. It’s cool to see what’s out there to spice up your home page. I’ve received several requests to make more for different cities so maybe that will be a summer project. Until then, browse through what’s out there now.
View iGoogle Themes by DVo Designs
TIME Magazine’s Best Websites for 2009
Feb 9th
Well, the list came out for best websites for 2009. Unfortunately, DVo Designs didn’t make the cut…maybe I need to work harder 
In any case, there’s a great list of sites to browse around:
TIME Magazine’s Top 50 Websites for 2009
My recommendations:
Happy Surfing
So, why do you need a web site?
Feb 7th
…because nobody opens up a phone book these days.
Whether you are trying to build your brand or increase sales, a Web site can provide the path to success. Think about how the majority of people look for information. The Internet. A Web site can provide the tools you need to get your business up and running quickly. DVo Designs has experience with Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and social media integration with Facebook and Twitter which puts your brand in front of your audience.
You might say…well yeah, everyone is on facebook so what sets my Web site apart? The answer is design. You have just a few seconds to grab your visitors so your web site needs to deliver clear and concise information immediately to give the readers what they want. You can plug your business every day through advertising but if visitors see your Web site is outdated and unappealing, they will move on. There is too much competition out there today on the Web to go to battle with a Web site from 2002. If your current Web site has a background that looks like your grandmother’s quilt…it’s time to upgrade. Contact us today and we’ll provide sound advice on how to improve your current site or how to get started all together.