Free website planning guide

Website Project Planner

Before you think about colors, layouts, or platforms, get clear on what your website needs to do. Use this guide to start the conversation with your team or prepare for a website project.

1. Define the job of your website

Choose one primary action you want the right visitor to take. A strong website can support many goals, but it should lead with one clear next step.

2. Name the people you want to reach

Write down who your best-fit client is, what they need help with, and the questions or concerns they may have before they contact you. Your website should make that person feel understood quickly.

3. Gather proof

List the details that help someone trust your business: testimonials, outcomes, certifications, years of experience, service areas, process, and examples of your work.

Quick prompt to use with AI

“Act as a website strategist. My service business helps [ideal client] with [problem]. Our primary website goal is [action]. List the top five questions visitors need answered before they inquire, and recommend a simple page structure.”

4. Map the essential pages

Most service websites begin with a clear homepage, services, about, proof or portfolio, and contact. Start with the pages your client needs to make a confident decision - not every page you have seen elsewhere.

5. Decide what success looks like

Define a meaningful outcome for the first 90 days after launch, such as more qualified inquiries, fewer repetitive questions, stronger consultation requests, or a clearer sales conversation.

When you are ready, LGH Creative can turn this direction into a thoughtful, strategically planned website.