Ep28. Trap or Trade off What small businesses should know before getting a website
About this episode
This episode discusses the pros and cons of no code website builders versus hand coding for small business owners considering a website.
UntitledAre you a small business owner thinking about getting a website? In this episode, David Waumsley and Nathan Wrigley break down the real traps and trade-offs of using no code website builders versus hand coding your site. - How the commercial website builder market is taking over—and what that means for business owners - The surprising decline of hand-coded websites and why HTML still matters - The hidden costs and limitations of using platforms like Wix and Squarespace - A practical walkthrough of building a simple one-page business site from scratch - Why simplicity, clear messaging, and owning your code can set you apart from the competition Want to avoid vendor lock-in and make smarter website choices? Dive in for actionable advice and real-world examples.
People in this episode
Hosts: David Waumsley, Nathan Wrigley
Topics covered
- small business websites
- no code website builders
- hand coding
- website builder market
- vendor lock-in
- website choices
Keywords
- small business
- website builders
- hand coding
- Wix
- Squarespace
- HTML
- vendor lock-in
- website design
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Wix, Squarespace
Books & works: Ep 28. Trap or Trade off What small businesses should know before getting a website
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