"Hi Sandra - thanks! I appreciate the compliment. Looking forward to meeting you someday!
Greg"
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Greg Borchardt - Web Designer
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- Knightdale, NC
- United States
- (919) 435-BARK (2275)
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- About my Business:
- As the owner of my web-design company, Barking Bird Media, I enjoy creating websites, particularly websites that are EFFECTIVE at engaging the website viewer and converting them into customers. There is done primarily two ways: great layout and design and on-site optimization for the search engines. I like to do this by creating a homepage that has a strong visual impact, which can generate a reaction from viewers, whether it is a "Wow!" a smile, or simply a feeling equivalent to "Yes, this is someone I want to know more about!"
There is a high degree of effectiveness in simplicity (after all, it worked for Steve Jobs and Apple). Complicated homepages with a lot of "stuff" turn people off and visitors to "busy" websites tend to leave quickly and visit another website. That is why I specialize in creating effective, yet simple websites (especially homepages) that have an impact.
I have a passion for helping small/solo business owners who need top-quality website at a price that they can afford. It isn't always easy to launch a small business and successfully sustain it, which is why small business owners need to all the help they can get to bring in paying customers. These days, having an effective website is necessary, which is something I enjoy doing for small business owners.
- About Me:
- I am married with two step-children, two dogs, two cats, one bird, and one fish. I have always been a "dog-person," but we recently rescued a kitten from the parking lot at Buffalo Wild Wings and I have inadvertently bonded with her. So, now I am also a cat person (well, at least with the cute, affectionate, playful ones). I transplanted myself from Rochester, NY in 1998 to escape the persistent gray, cloudy skies. I used to downhill ski and play ice-hockey, but lately I have been enjoying family time more than anything.
- My Ideal Referral is:
- A small/solo business owner who needs a great-looking and effective website that doesn't cost an arm and a leg.
- My Ideal Referral Partner is:
- Graphic design artists, accountants.
- Who referred you to inSide919?
- Melanie Paul
- Website:
- http://www.barkingbirdmedia.com
- Linkedin Address:
- http://www.linkedin.com/in/bigbarkingbird
- Google+ Address:
- http://https://plus.google.com/u/0/106821259617315311075/posts
- Facebook Business Page:
- http://www.facebook.com/BarkingBirdMedia
- Your Twitter Page:
- http://twitter.com/BrkingBirdMedia
- 919 Phone number (only add if you are okay with people calling you)
- (919) 435-BARK (2275)
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Greg Borchardt - Web Designer posted a photo
terrystractorrestoration.com
This was a fun website to make. I enjoyed meeting the client at his shop and learning about his business. He is a real professional in his field and does awesome work - it can be fun to be around people who love what they do. I think it is the best…
Greg Borchardt - Web Designer posted a status"Just updated my Facebook business page cover and my Twitter business header. I'm going professional!"
Sandra Burnett left a comment for Greg Borchardt - Web Designer"Greg,
Love your work and especially appreciate how you are helping SO MANY small businesses!!!"
Greg Borchardt - Web Designer commented on Pepper P Oldziey's blog post Did You Realize a Google+ Post Ranks Equally to websites in Google Search?"I guess I am a little confused by what you mean by this article, Pepper. You say that a Google+ Post Ranks Equally to websites in Google Search, but I have never seen a Google+ post in a search engine result"
Greg Borchardt - Web Designer replied to Darrell Hill's discussion People to provide articles in exchange for a link back."Awesome idea. I'm going to put you in touch with Melanie with the Business Alliance of North Carolina. It's based out of Wendell. You provide a great service!"
Greg Borchardt - Web Designer left a comment for David Bissette"Hi David. Welcome to the Inside919 network. It is a great group - VERY helpful. My business would not be where it is today if it were not for Inside919."
Greg Borchardt - Web Designer commented on Pepper P Oldziey's blog post Did You Realize a Google+ Post Ranks Equally to websites in Google Search?"So, what is the worlds worst website?"
Greg Borchardt - Web Designer left a comment for Brian Weathers"Hey Brian! Welcome to Inside919! Greg"
Greg Borchardt - Web Designer replied to Amy Shair, REMAX Real Estate's discussion Amy Shair, RE/MAX United Top Sales Award December 2012 Raleigh Cary Durham NC"Congratulations Amy!"
Greg Borchardt - Web Designer might attend Melanie L. Paul's event
Tuesday Morning Coffee Break at Wendell Chamber of Commerce
January 29, 2013 from 8am to 9am
Come meet other business owners in the Wendell Community and beyond for the Wendell Chamber's Tuesday Morning Coffee Break!The Chamber will be open every Tuesday from 8:00 - 9:00 am for weekly Coffee Breaks. Come connect, have coffee and pastries, meet others and network with local business owners!Meet the Executive Director and find out what the Chamber is doing to market its members!See More
Greg Borchardt - Web Designer's Article
How to convert more website visitors into customers
Posted on November 2, 2012 at 8:30am 3 Comments 1 Like
It is great to have my beliefs about effective design and layout of a website confirmed by empirical data- conclusions that are derived by (real) scientific studies from reputable institutions, such as a university.
Recently, the University of Missouri released results from a…
Read More #1 on Google!!
Posted on April 2, 2012 at 11:00am 6 Comments 1 Like
I did it! I touched the Holy Trail, grabbed the brass ring, did the "impossible.
A few weeks ago, as mentioned in a previous…
Read More Google, Websites, SEO, and Inside919
Posted on March 15, 2012 at 10:00am 11 Comments 0 Likes
I joined Inside919 in late November, but did not become active in the group until January. I have posted articles, gone to networking meetings and learned a few things along the way. One of the first groups I found on Inside919 was a business networking group called…
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Posted on March 9, 2012 at 11:09am 3 Comments 0 Likes
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Greg,
Love your work and especially appreciate how you are helping SO MANY small businesses!!!
Hey Greg, Thanks glad to be back!!
Hey Greg, want to take a minute and personally Thank you! for being Inside919, I wish you and yours Happy Holidays, a Very Merry Christmas and the Most Successful 2013 possible.
I promise to increase my efforts around here to increase your visibility, reputation and business connections. Let me know whenever I can be of help.
Hi Greg
Wanted to stop by and wish you a very happy birthday. Hope it's one to remember!
Gaynor
Happy Birthday Greg, hope you can go do something fun and celebrate :)
Hey Greg, NP Bob Walton is providing you with a year of "Insider" member status (great selection :) - you will notice the "IN" badge and you also have access to the Online Trainings. - Hope it helps.
Greg, glad you joined the WordPress group. Look forward to your participation and learning more about you and your business.
Hi Greg, this is a fabulous community! Welcome to Inside919. It's nice to have you here!
It's a really great group of folks, with some of the smartest minds in various industries! You will find that the network is like a "garden" you get out of it what you put into it.
Enjoy the connections! Let me know if I can help!
~ Angel
Hi Greg,
Welcome to Inside919 and good luck with expanding your network!
My best,
Nick Putnam
Nice meeting you as well Greg. Today's class was something, if taken to heart, that can help you leverage inside919 to a great degree.
Bob
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