Boagworld: The podcast where digital best practices meets a terrible sense of humor! Join us for a relaxed chat about all things digital design. We dish out practical advice and industry insights, all wrapped up in friendly conversation. Whether you're looking to improve your user experience, boost your conversion or be a better design lead, we've got something for you. With over 400 episodes, we're like the cool grandads of web design podcasts – experienced, slightly inappropriate, but alwa ...
JennyB is a strategic website designer for service-based businesses. She specializes in helping small business owners transform their websites into 24/7 client-attracting machines. This show will deliver actionable website tips about how to design, optimize, and convert more visitors into clients. If you are looking for website design tips from a conversion-focused designer then you are in the right place. This podcast will provide valuable insights for entrepreneurs, small business owners, ...
Let's explore how to turn your website into a resource for generating content that can be repurposed for social media, email sequences, and more. Learn how to make your website work harder for you without having to create new content from scratch. YOU WILL LEARN: How to transform your homepage hero section into social media bios and posts. Ways to …
This week, we catch up on Paul’s latest adventures—from a memorable dinner with Todd “the accessibility guru” where we talked WCAG 3, to a deep dive into the shifting landscape of design job titles. We’ll share an app that brings real form fields into your Figma prototypes, unpack why “product designer” is suddenly on everyone’s profile, and wrap u…
In this episode, we explore the steps to create a seamless client journey on your website, from the first visit all the way to onboarding. The goal is to eliminate friction points that could lead potential clients away, turning your website into a 24/7 team member that guides them smoothly through the process. YOU WILL LEARN: How to make a strong f…
In this episode, we explore why website visitors disappear without taking action and how you can fix this. Learn how to turn website visits into real sales by addressing key gaps. YOU WILL LEARN: Why a high number of visitors doesn’t matter if they aren't buying or contacting you. How traditional contact forms can push potential clients away. The i…
✨ Sign up for a free Website Audit Session at: https://jennyb-designs.com/website-audit-session In this website audit with Jill Stoddard, a speaker, author, podcaster, psychologist, and coach we focus on optimizing her personal brand's website to streamline the user experience, ensuring visitors easily understand how she can help them through her v…
Let's explore the importance of owning your digital assets as a small business owner. It's easy to overlook these elements, but they form the backbone of your online presence. We discuss the six essential "things" you should have control over to protect your business and ensure smooth operations. YOU WILL LEARN: Why owning your domain name is essen…
Learn why some popular elements might not be helping your business and offers simpler, more effective alternatives. YOU WILL LEARN: Why sliders and carousels can be distracting and what to use instead. How complex navigation menus can overwhelm visitors and simpler solutions. The impact of using stock photos or too many blog categories. Why long co…
✨ Sign up for a free Website Audit Session at: https://jennyb-designs.com/website-audit-session In this website audit we discuss strategies for making websites more effective in attracting clients and serving their needs. YOU WILL LEARN: How to simplify website navigation for easy user access. Techniques for creating a clear and compelling landing …
Let's chat about the power of internal links and how they can keep visitors on your website longer, help improve your Google rankings, and naturally guide visitors to take action. Learn how to use internal links as strategic pathways to enhance user experience and drive results. YOU WILL LEARN: What internal links are and how they act as helpful si…
This week’s episode takes a deeper look at how we define good user experience—and argues it’s time we move beyond the narrow focus of usability. We explore how friction can sometimes enhance an experience, and why emotional design is essential if we want to create interfaces that stick in users’ minds. We also review a new batch of AI-powered desig…
White space is often overlooked in website design, but it's so important for making your site user-friendly and inviting. In this episode, we discuss how strategic use of white space can help visitors navigate your site more easily and encourage them to take action. YOU WILL LEARN: Why white space improves readability and comprehension. How to use …
Let's chat about the importance of your website as the heart of your marketing strategy. Learn why having a strong website is more important than just focusing on social media marketing. And how to turn your website into a powerful tool that works for you day and night. YOU WILL LEARN: Why your website should be the center of your marketing efforts…
✨ Sign up for a free Website Audit Session at: https://jennyb-designs.com/website-audit-session Let's chat with Allison of Cove Fine Jewelry to discuss optimizing her website to better capture traffic and conversions. We'll explore strategies to make the site more user-friendly and enhance online visibility. YOU WILL LEARN: How to refine website la…
On this week's Boagworld Show, we're exploring how UX design leaders can take control of their roles within organizations, why UX agencies might feel doomed (but probably aren't), and how AI is reshaping the way we code and collaborate. We'll dig into practical strategies for UX leaders, share insights on the changing landscape for UX agencies, and…
This episode talks about the true value of strategic website design for small business owners. It highlights why a good-looking site isn't enough and how a well-thought-out strategy is key to turning visitors into customers. YOU WILL LEARN: Why cutting corners on website design can cost you more in the long run. The difference between a basic websi…
✨ Sign up for a free Website Audit Session at: https://jennyb-designs.com/website-audit-session On this special episode, we joined the third annual podcast-a-thon and highlighted an inspiring organization, Connor's Kindness Project. Sharon from the project shared her journey of spreading kindness through innovative initiatives and how you can get i…
On this week's Boagworld Show, we delve into the powerful concept of invisible user research - tackling how to conduct essential UX work even when stakeholders resist investing in formal research. We explore the often-overlooked impact of UX debt, crown a new champion among user-testing apps, and surprisingly, find ourselves nodding along with McKi…
In this episode, we explore the power of social proof on your website and how it can build trust with visitors. Learn why social proof is more than just a handful of customer quotes and how to strategically use it to turn casual visitors into clients. YOU WILL LEARN: Different types of social proof beyond testimonials, like metrics, logos, and medi…
✨ Sign up for a free Website Audit Session at: https://jennyb-designs.com/website-audit-session In this website audit session we discuss ways to simplify Melissa's website to better attract and serve her target audience. With a focus on helping women with health concerns, Melissa explores how to make her offerings clear and streamlined. YOU WILL LE…
Let's talk about the myth that a complex website is necessary for business success. I'll explain how it's possible to thrive with a simple website and share why simplicity can often lead to an even more effective digital presence. YOU WILL LEARN: Why easy navigation is critical and how having fewer items can improve user experience. The importance …
This week, we’re tackling a biggie—how to avoid the pitfalls of metrics. We’ll explore why tracking the wrong numbers can send your entire organization in the wrong direction and what you should be focusing on instead. We also have a fantastic Figma plugin to make your mockups more realistic, a thought-provoking read on AI’s impact on UX, and a lis…
Learn why pretty design isn't enough — success comes from mapping clear customer journeys and offers. Learn how to transform your website from a brochure into a conversion machine. YOU WILL LEARN: How to define your website's primary goal Creating strategic pathways for every entry point Mapping effective customer journeys Crafting clear, compellin…
Learn why your website should be your hardest-working team member and how to transform it from a basic digital business card into a 24/7 revenue-generating powerhouse. YOU WILL LEARN: How a strategic website works while you sleep Ways to automate client communication Methods to pre-qualify leads automatically Systems for booking consultations hands…
✨ Sign up for a free Website Audit Session at: https://jennyb-designs.com/website-audit-session In this Website Audit Episode, Isabel shares her unique goal of using her website to educate potential clients about the services her business offers. We explore ways to refine her online presence to reduce repetitive questions and prepare clients before…
Welcome to another packed episode! This week, we're diving into three topics we think you'll find fascinating. First up, we're exploring why face-to-face meetings still matter in our digital world. Then, we'll share our favorite A/B testing tools (since Google Optimize is no longer with us), and finally, we'll look at how AI is reshaping UX with so…
Learn seven common website mistakes that could be sending budget-friendly signals and repelling premium clients. Learn how to transform your site from attracting bargain hunters to commanding higher rates. YOU WILL LEARN: How generic visuals and stock photos diminish perceived value Why unclear pricing strategies attract price-sensitive clients The…
Discover why waiting for perfection is holding back your website's success. Learn why starting "unprepared" might be your best business decision this year. YOU WILL LEARN: The only requirements needed to start a website redesign How the design process creates business clarity Why waiting costs you clients and revenue What actually matters when star…
In today's episode, we dive deep into how UX professionals can effectively demonstrate their value within organizations, especially during challenging times when the shine has come off UX and attention has shifted to AI. Form Analysis Tools: A Game-Changer for UX We kick off by exploring some exciting form analysis tools that can revolutionize how …
Have you ever caught yourself apologizing for your website? Or not wanting to send people to it? Let's talk about how working with a website designer can completely transforms not just your online presence, but your entire business mindset and the way clients interact with you. In this episode, I'm breaking down eight unexpected ways that working w…
✨ Sign up for a free Website Audit Session at: https://jennyb-designs.com/website-audit-session Let's do a real website audit with Bernadette Mack, who helps nonprofits succeed. We explore how to improve a website's look, feel, and functionality to attract the right clients and make the most of online presence. YOU WILL LEARN: Why having a clear an…
I've watched with fascination how AI is reshaping the design landscape. While we've made incredible strides in using AI to enhance our design processes, I believe we're overlooking something crucial: the human experience of interacting with AI itself. You might wonder why this matters. Well, as AI becomes more deeply woven into our daily lives, the…
Let's chat about how to transform website design projects from overwhelming ordeals into streamlined, 4-week experiences. This episode breaks down how to avoid common pitfalls like endless timelines and unclear expectations, while sharing a proven process for creating strategic websites that actually launch on time. YOU WILL LEARN: The most common …
Introduction: Embracing AI for UX Productivity In this episode of the Boagworld Podcast, we delve into the transformative role of AI in UX and web design. From cutting-edge Figma plugins to tools that revolutionize SEO, Paul Boag and Marcus Lillington share insights, tools, and strategies that can elevate your workflow. Whether you're a seasoned de…
We're diving into a real-world case study of how interior designer Julie transformed her website's performance through strategic, data-driven changes. From contact page optimization to blog strategy revamps, discover how small tweaks led to significant improvements in user engagement and conversion rates. YOU WILL LEARN: How to identify and optimiz…
This is part 2 of a 3 part Website Conversion Series. I'm breaking down how to actually understand what's happening on your website and turn those insights into real improvements. Stop making random changes and start making data-driven decisions that boost your conversions. YOU WILL LEARN: How to calculate your real conversion rate (and what's actu…
This is part 1 of a 3 part Website Conversion Series. I'm sharing the three essential (and free!) tools you need to understand what's really happening on your website. Stop guessing why visitors aren't converting and start making data-driven decisions to boost your results. YOU WILL LEARN: The 3 free tools that reveal exactly how visitors use your …
Let's challenge the common belief that every website needs a contact form. Discover why traditional forms might be creating unnecessary barriers between you and potential clients, and learn effective alternatives that can boost your conversion rates. YOU WILL LEARN: Why traditional contact forms can kill momentum and lose leads How to implement dir…
What Does 2025 Hold for UX? As we approach the new year, it's time to reflect on the state of user experience design and look ahead to what 2025 might bring. In this episode of the Boagworld Podcast, Marcus and I dive into the trends, challenges, and opportunities that lie ahead. Here are the key takeaways from our discussion. The Rise of Seamless …
Discover how to optimize your website for 2025 with actionable updates. Learn about emerging design trends and get a practical checklist for reviewing and refreshing your web presence to attract and retain more clients. YOU WILL LEARN: Key website statistics, including that users form opinions in 0.05 seconds and 47% won't wait longer than 2 second…
Feeling stuck with your website? You launched it with big dreams of attracting clients, growing your business, and boosting your income, but somewhere along the way, things just haven’t clicked. Your site isn’t converting, and those ideal clients? They’re not knocking on your door. I get it—it’s frustrating, and it’s easy to lose confidence in your…