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Web Design for ROI: Turning Browsers into Buyers & Prospects into Leads [Paperback]

Lance Loveday , Sandra Niehaus
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)

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Book Description

October 27, 2007 0321489829 978-0321489821 1
Your web site is a business—design it like one.
Billions of dollars in spending decisions are influenced by web sites. So why aren't businesses laser-focused on designing their sites to maximize their Return on Investment (ROI)?

Web design can do more than make a site look good—it can be a powerful strategic weapon that enhances financial returns and creates competitive advantage.

It's time to make web sites accountable. It's time to make design decisions based on metrics and business goals. It's time for Web Design for ROI.

In this book you'll learn:
  • Why so many organizations think about web design the wrong way
  • How small design changes can have a big impact on your bottom line
  • Simple tips  to increase web sales/leads by 10% – 50% (or more)
  • Concrete design guidelines for:
  • Landing pages
  • Home pages
  • Category pages
  • Detail pages
  • Forms
  • Checkout processes
Packed with helpful examples from a wide variety of sites!


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Editorial Reviews

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"Most design books are about making your web site pretty. Others are about understanding the technical aspects. Web Design for ROI is the rare book that focuses on your web site doing what you want it to: make you money."
--  Bryan Eisenberg, bestselling author of Call to Action

"Filled with practical design tips proven to increase conversion rates and improve your online results."
-- Jeff Hackett, SVP, Online Sales, Wachovia

"The techniques are practical and easy to understand, and the strategic, ROI-based approach has won over senior management."
-- Janin Kompor, Director of Marketing, Decimal, Inc.


Product Details

  • Paperback: 216 pages
  • Publisher: New Riders; 1 edition (October 27, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0321489829
  • ISBN-13: 978-0321489821
  • Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 0.4 x 9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #595,279 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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49 of 57 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars Very light on content - a lot of screenshots February 7, 2008
Format:Paperback
I don't agree with many of the other reviews written here. Everyone keeps mentioning how strategic this book is. I found it to be very tactical. It dissects a lot of specific landing pages and recommends fixes for them, but most of the advice does not necessarily apply in general. You are often told what to do, but not whay you should do it. There is not nearly enough information on background principles.

The book is very pretty. But given that there are only 187 pages, and there are a ton of screenshots and wide page margins, there is not a lot of substance. The so-called "Chapter 10" is a bunch of book covers and other recommended reading.

I expected a lot more.
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14 of 17 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars nothing but a big advertisement December 21, 2008
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
If you buy this book, you will be paying them to advertise to you. At least half the book is dedicated to promoting the people who wrote this book and not to teaching. I wish I hadn't wasted my money on this one.
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14 of 17 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars Extremely poor ! December 18, 2008
Format:Paperback
This book is for beginners...but real beginners !
It is extremely poor ! 15 pages too explain the concept of ROI (return on investment), 16 pages to explain the concept of "conversion rate" (a simple division !)...

Nothing to learn from it. I was very disappointed and I don't understand the ecstatic reviews on this book.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Buy This Book If You Want Your Site To Make Money
As a former marketing consultant and current Internet marketing manager, I most highly recommend this book to clients. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Mark Harmon
5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for your digital marketing toolbox
You have to hand it to the author--this book is solid, not overly technical, and offers some great solutions that you can put into effect immediately. Read more
Published on July 14, 2010 by Thank You
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Clear...Very Suprising
I really underestimated this book. After reading it, I have a whole new understanding of web design in general. Read more
Published on March 9, 2010 by Mark Griffeth
3.0 out of 5 stars Limited usefulness
If you have a local B&M business or a local service business, this is not a very helpful book. It is geared almost exclusively toward online product sales sites. Read more
Published on October 7, 2009 by M. Harrison
4.0 out of 5 stars Good basic info on how to build good websites that make money
The book is written for people new to the whole issue of building to maximise income (they call it maximise 'Return on Investment' but it's just a fancy way of saying, "Make More... Read more
Published on June 12, 2009 by Dr. Lance D. Chambers
3.0 out of 5 stars Not as Bad as some Reviews, but still pricey
I purchased the book for about $39.99 at Borders. It's a nice looking book and has some good information but it was a bit expensive for what information I did receive from it. Read more
Published on February 6, 2009 by MarsMan
4.0 out of 5 stars Better than expected...
Book was well written and easy to follow. Unlike other books on the same topic, author used examples of best practices. Read more
Published on January 28, 2009 by N
5.0 out of 5 stars A Gift Idea for Web Designers - Web Design for ROI
I'm one of those persons that love books, bookstores, and stores like Office Max and Staples. I love the feel of a glossy paperback book cover, sight of rows of colorful pens, and... Read more
Published on December 27, 2008 by Kimberly Krause Berg
4.0 out of 5 stars Practical Advice for the Financially Focused
As the title promises, this book gives lots of practical and actionable advice. The first chapter introduces a little theory. Read more
Published on October 19, 2008 by Glenn
5.0 out of 5 stars Book Review from Silicon Valley Web Builder (SVWB)
This book is a very handy practical guideline for anyone involved in making any major or minor web design decisions. Read more
Published on September 25, 2008 by Bess Ho
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