HubSpot: Key Lessons from a No-Coding Experience Website Redesign
Redesigning a website isn’t easy—especially if you have limited or no coding experience. From anchor text to backlinks, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the process.
But don’t get discouraged! If you’re redesigning your staffing firm’s website, know that you don’t need to be a coding expert to create an amazing website.
When I started our redesign, I had only been with my company for less than three months. Yet, in just two months, I successfully built a website I’m proud of—with absolutely NO coding experience.
Here are five key lessons I learned during our HubSpot website redesign that can help you streamline your process and improve your website’s performance.
1. HubSpot: Devise a Plan—But Be Flexible!
✅ Start with a structured plan:
- Choose a color scheme, fonts, and images.
- Map out the content structure.
- Storyboarding helps visualize the final product.
❌ But don’t be afraid to deviate!
- Some design ideas may not work in real-time.
- Be open to experimenting and making changes.
- Iteration leads to better creativity and a faster learning curve.
📌 Takeaway: Planning is essential, but adaptability is key to achieving the best results.
2. Not All Templates Are Created Equal
🚀 Do your research before choosing a template!
- Explore different options and their functionalities.
- Research the developers and read client reviews.
🔎 Why template selection matters:
- A well-built template saves time and headaches.
- Reliable developers provide better ongoing support.
💡 Pro Tip: We chose Brand Builder Solutions, a HubSpot Partner, and their support made a huge difference in our project’s success.
3. Your Timeline Is a Guide—Not a Rule
📅 Deadlines matter, but quality comes first.
- If something isn’t working, take the time to fix it.
- Get feedback from colleagues and industry peers.
- Perfection > Rushing to meet a deadline.
🤔 Ask yourself:
- Would I be proud to showcase this website?
- Does it align with our brand’s message and goals?
📌 Takeaway: A polished final product is worth the extra time!
4. HubSpot Support Is Incredibly Responsive
☎️ HubSpot’s support team is top-notch.
- They offer step-by-step guidance.
- Unlimited troubleshooting help—I called A LOT!
- Follow-ups via email if the issue wasn’t resolved immediately.
💡 Pro Tip: Don’t hesitate to reach out for help! Support teams are there for a reason.
5. You Don’t Need to Be a Coding Genius, But Basics Help
💻 HubSpot’s user-friendly interface is great, BUT…
- Knowing basic HTML & CSS helps for customization.
- There will be times when you need to tweak the stylesheet.
🔍 Simple solutions exist:
- Google is your best friend!
- A quick search often provides clear coding instructions.
📌 Takeaway: Learning basic HTML & CSS can help you troubleshoot and customize your site without external help.
Was the Redesign Worth It?
🎉 Absolutely! Despite the challenges, our HubSpot website redesign was a great learning experience.
Yes, there were frustrations, but the support from HubSpot and a solid strategy made all the difference.
🚀 Thinking about redesigning your staffing firm’s website? Let’s talk!
📅 Schedule a free consultation today!
📩 Have questions? Contact us directly.
