Don’t worry, lots of people feel a little overwhelmed and confused and aren’t sure how to get started.
We recommend that you take some time to browse the internet to look at some websites in your business niche. While you’re doing this, make notes of the URL (web address) for sites you like and then include any specifics about what you like. Make note of colors, layout, features and other specifics things you like.
Next, think about what you want from your website. I often tell people to imagine the utopia website where you could have anything you want. Make notes of any bells and whistles you want. Then you can work backwards from there if needed, eliminating things that might be too expensive or realistically don’t make sense. Always start with anything you can think of and go back from there. It’s easier than starting with a minimum and adding to it.
Once you have your notes put together you should have a pretty good idea of how to describe what you’re looking for when you talk to a web designer.