Internet and Businesses OnlineArticleMenuSkip to contentHomeTake Your Business OnlinePosted on September 6, 2016 by kentang123In this modern day, when almost everything can be found online, having a website is essential and probably the most beneficial investment for your business. Considering the growth rates in the last 5 years, internet users worldwide increased rapidly and even more exciting to know that it is expected to grow tremendously in the coming years. Extensive government or privately owned infrastructures are continuously being built so internet can be readily available for everybody anytime, anywhere at a speed of light.It is never too late to have your own website built and show to the world what you have to offer, but before diving in to the vast world of internet, here are some questions you should be asking yourself:• Is your business ready to be seen by the world?• Are you convinced and committed to take your business to the next level?• Are your services and products competitive enough to go online?If you answered yes to all these, then you are probably on your way to push your business to the next level. Here are some tips that may help you reach online success.1. Planning. The first and foremost thing that should be done in business planning is research. Know your business well, know your target market, and know what they are searching for on the internet. Having a niche research is critical in starting up your website. Your website development provider might be able to help you along the way.2. Study. As a thriving online marketer, you must also learn some e-commerce terminologies and technologies such as domain name registrations, web hosting, online payment and many more.3. Develop. Get a credible website development company that can support your ideas and needs. Search for websites you like and let them know your mission and vision for the company or business you are taking online. Do not overload or kill it. You must ask your developer to have a fast-loading and user-friendly site. Not only users will like it but Search Engines such as Google and Bing as well.4. Promote. Having a website and making it live doesn’t just end there. It would be a waste if you built the most beautiful website in the world but no one could see it. You must continuously build an effort to make sure your website is served to your target market. Constantly updating your site by having fresh and relevant content should keep your market more engaged. Using Social Media such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram to share your newly posted articles, photos or videos on the site is a great tool to make your reach wider.5. Support. Be realistic; ensure that you can handle demand once it floods your inbox and receive queries over the phone. Answer to your customer’s needs and make them happy. Remember, the customer is the lifeblood of your business.Putting your business online and promoting it regularly may dramatically increase your sales, be