Ability CRM’s recently launched website, www.abilitycrm.com, is an example of the FastSite program that Fasturtle® has developed for businesses as turnkey solutions for getting a new website. Fasturtle®’s FastSite program was built specifically for businesses that understand the need of an online presence, but do not necessarily need the extra bells and whistles of a larger scale website. “FastSites are special in the rite that they incorporate the brand of a company while using pre-determined technology to help keep costs down,” says Eric Olsen, CEO of Fasturtle®. Ablity CRM also wanted to take advantage of the control they would have to be able to update their site whenever they want without having to call anyone.

Ability CRM’s new website features all of the information on their services, news and events, white papers, client testimonials, integrated videos and an easy to use contact form.

About Ability CRM
AbilityCRM started providing Customer Relationship Management (CRM) solutions in 1998. Since then they have helped hundreds of companies in many markets throughout the United States improve their business. May 2009 marked a new milestone for AbilityCRM with the launching of www.alwayson-crm.com. This is AbilityCRM’s Cloud based CRM / XRM system to help companies receive all the benefits of a CRM system without the hassle of hosting it themselves.

Above and Beyond Senior Placement Service’s recently launched website, www.aboveandbeyondseniorplacement.com, is an example of the FastSite program that Fasturtle® has developed for businesses as turnkey solutions for small businesses getting a new website. Fasturtle®’s FastSite program was built specifically for businesses that understand the need of an online presence, but do not necessarily need the extra bells and whistles of a larger scale website. “FastSites are special in the rite that they incorporate the brand of a company while using pre-determined technology to help keep costs down,” says Eric Olsen, CEO of Fasturtle®.

Above and Beyond Senior Placement Service worked with Fasturtle® to increase their web presence by adding social media features such as Facebook and is looking into adding a YouTube channel later to their website. The new website also allows for people to easily gather information, request a free consultation, read testimonials, and contact Above and Beyond Senior Placement Service.

About Above and Beyond Senior Placement Service
Above and Beyond Senior Placement Service was founded in 1994 by Susanne Schaeffer. They specialize in assisted living, full time nursing care and pairing clients with independent senior communities. They have hundreds of excellent references from families who have utilized their FREE services.

About Fasturtle®
Since 2000 Fasturtle® has been a leading provider of website marketing solutions and award winning website production. Fasturtle® is a Ranking AZ top 10 website and internet marketing firm located in Scottsdale Airpark in Arizona. Services offered include custom website design and development; as well as internet marketing, including social media and search engine optimization. Call (480) 348-0467 or visit www.fasturtle.com for more information.

Avery Company’s recently launched website, www.averycorporate.com, is an example of the FastSite program that Fasturtle® has developed for businesses as turnkey solutions for getting a new website. Fasturtle®’s FastSite program was built specifically for businesses that understand the need of an online presence, but do not necessarily need the extra bells and whistles of a larger scale website. “FastSites are special in the rite that they incorporate the brand of a company while using pre-determined technology to help keep costs down,” says Eric Olsen, CEO of Fasturtle®.

Avery Company worked with Fasturtle® to create a website that is easy to navigate, while at the same time updating their look. The new website also allows for people to easily gather information and contact Avery Company.

About Avery Company
Gary Avery, the founder of Avery Company, has an educational background in mechanical engineering, but he spent his early years in “for sale” commercial real estate. Through the course of listing and selling commercial real estate, Gary was asked to market a United States Post Office property and, at a later date, a senior housing complex with services. The experience achieved by means of marketing and closing these two properties afforded him the ability to launch a business plan to exclusively act as a rainmaker in these two unique industries nationwide.

About Fasturtle®
Since 2000 Fasturtle® has been a leading provider of website marketing solutions and award winning website production. Fasturtle®is a Ranking AZ top 10 website and internet marketing firm located in Scottsdale Airpark in Arizona. Services offered include custom website design and development; as well as internet marketing, including social media and search engine optimization. Call (480) 348-0467 or visit www.fasturtle.com for more information.

Contact: Lynn Bryan

Phone: 480-348-0467

Email: lynn.bryan@fasturtle.com

After years of working with partners, Mr. Bregman decided to branch out on his own with a practice under his name. This required a new logo and identity which Fasturtle® was able to provide. Using the colors that he has used for years, they created a type based logo with his initials and subsequent name. In doing so, they were able to avoid confusing his current clients, but also create an updated look targeted to attract new clients.

Mark Bregman’s recently launched website, www.markbregmanlaw.com, is an example of the FastSite program that Fasturtle® has developed for businesses as turnkey solutions for getting a new website. Fasturtle®’s FastSite program was built specifically for businesses that understand the need of an online presence, but do not necessarily need the extra bells and whistles of a larger scale website. “FastSites are special in the rite that they incorporate the brand of a company while using pre-determined technology to help keep costs down,” says Eric Olsen, CEO of Fasturtle®.

Mark Bregman worked with Fasturtle® to increase their web presence by adding social media features such as Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter and a blog to his website. The new website also allows for people to easily gather information, request a free consultation, read testimonials, watch videos, follow Mark Bregman on social media sites and contact Mark Bregman.

About Mark Bregman
Mark has practiced in downtown Scottsdale since graduating in the top 25% of his class from the Arizona State University College of Law in 1979. Prior to law school, he was trained as an IRS field agent. He achieved high distinction on the Bar Examination and has been recognized by his peers and Phoenix Magazine as a preeminent lawyer in Maricopa County.

About Fasturtle®
Since 2000 Fasturtle® has been a leading provider of website marketing solutions and award winning website production. Fasturtle® is a Ranking AZ top 10 website and internet marketing firm located in Scottsdale Airpark in Arizona. Services offered include custom website design and development; as well as internet marketing, including social media and search engine optimization. Call (480) 348-0467 or visit www.fasturtle.com for more information.

Contact: Lynn Bryan

Phone: 480-348-0467

Email: lynn.bryan@fasturtle.com

Fasturtle® understands that first and foremost, clients are the foundation of the success story that makes Fasturtle® what it is today, and without that support, Fasturtle® would not be going strong after 10 years. Fasturtle® hopes to say thank you by offering some service incentives this year to the great dedicated clients partnered with Fasturtle®.

We would love to hear your feedback, so let us know if there is anything great Fasturtle is doing for you or if there is anything you think Fasturtle® could improve on.

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For 33 years, The Schuster Center has been helping dentists across the country regain control of their professional and personal lives. “Through motivating lectures and classes, we have been inspiring dentists everywhere to become the best by bringing their values of a fulfilling life into their practices. With a practice model that is personalized and tailored to each individual, we’ve seen thousands of dentists break the mold to traditional management,” says founder Dr. Michael Schuster.

In order to position themselves as a resource of information to dentists just starting out as well as people who have been in the industry for years, The Schuster Center wanted to redesign their site to be user friendly while providing online tools and media libraries to dentists looking to improve their lives. The site, www.schustercenter.com, also acts as an online store providing books, seminars and courses.

“I was excited to have Fasturtle® take this site on because of the potential that it has to become a wealth of information in the dental industry,” says Eric Olsen, CEO of Fasturtle®, “My team is always looking for new opportunities to explore the unique marketing challenges Fasturtle® can resolve with a website.”

For more information on The Schuster Center, please visit the company’s website, at www.schustercenter.com. For more information on Fasturtle®, please visit the company’s website at www.fasturtle.com.

About The Schuster Center
The Schuster Center for Professional Development is the preeminent dental office management school for dentists in the nation. Founded in 1978 by Dr. Michael Schuster, a practicing dentist, thousands have graduated from their programs and are enjoying the financial rewards they deserve, while respectively providing their patients with the highest care they expect.

About Fasturtle®
Since 2000 Fasturtle® is has been leading provider of website marketing solutions and award winning website production. Fasturtle® is a Ranking AZ top 10 website and internet marketing firm located in the Scottsdale Airpark in Arizona. Services offered include custom website design and development; as well as internet marketing, including social media and search engine optimization. Call (480)348-0467 or visit www.fasturtle.com for more information.

What is a mood board?

The folks at 404 Creative offer the following explanation:

A mood board helps establish the branding, design components, typography, imagery, and color palettes that will be incorporated in the design.

Isn’t it just an extra step?

Content and structure are vital to building a website, but as a starting point, a mood board establishes a general design direction. Even though assembling a collage may not be the right start for every web project, a huge benefit of constructing a mood board is the ability to rapidly communicate styles in a medium other than flat-out design mockups.

Something I can really appreciate as a designer is the opportunity for the client to see into my process/vision. A lot of people in general don’t understand that there is a process behind design. Beginning the design process with a collage helps show the progression from conception to completion. By first offering a generalized solution like a mood board, we can hope to eliminate some of the frustration caused by multiple design comps and revision rounds.

Where should I start?

Mood boards can be used in all types of design, created digitally or otherwise. I prefer using them to develop a website design because it gets me out of the rut of looking at a monitor all day. I like to work hands-on, and looking to magazines and other materials for ideas offers inspiration that is truly different and unusual.

Where you you start when proposing a new design to a client? Share your comments below!