So you have your shiny new business up and running, but now you need a website, or possibly your website is going to be your shiny new business? There are many options and this only adds to the confusion. This article will outline a few different options you have and how to prepare the necessary items required for your website design process to go smoothly. Options: 1. Build a website yourself, or have a friend/family member build it for you 2. Go online and find a website builder, this is software that allows you to build your own site 3. Hire a professional web designer or design firm to build your website The choice you make depends on how serious you are about your business and how important it is to your income. For example, if you are starting a hobby and want to create a nice blog to show it off to friends and family, then your best bet is option 1 or 2, however if you are going to rely on your website for income, or at least want it to generate