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New year’s website resolutions

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Simon Kelly

Written by: Simon Kelly

Last updated: January 8, 2025
New year’s website resolutions

As the new year approaches, it’s a great time to reflect on goals—not just for your business, but for your website and digital marketing.

Here’s how you can kick off the new year with purpose and set your business up for success:

1. Review Your Website

Businesses evolve, but websites often get left behind.

Take a moment to view your site through the eyes of your target market:

Does your website reflect your current offerings?

Is the message clear?

Are your services up to date?

Does your website demonstrate authority and trust?

If you spot gaps, make a list of changes to refresh your site for the new year.

2. Assess Your Marketing ROI

What worked this year to bring in leads and revenue?

Whether it was SEO, Google Ads, or email marketing, review the ROI of each marketing channel.

Double down on strategies that worked and reassess those that didn’t.

Even experienced marketing professionals can get caught up in chasing new tactics while they neglect to repeat the activities that produced results.

Your marketing budget should work smarter, not harder.

3. Set Marketing Goals

How many leads would you like to generate in the new year? What revenue would you like to achieve next year?

Break it into monthly targets and make it a shared goal for your team. A clear focus helps drive accountability and progress.

Pro Tip: Start with a “New Year Website Audit.” This quick review can help you identify missed opportunities and ensure your website is primed for growth in the next year.

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Simon Kelly

Simon Kelly

Simon Kelly is the CEO and Head of Growth at Seriously Good Design. Simon started his first web design agency in 2009 which he merged with the SGD team in 2023. With a strong background in digital strategy and a history of working with fast-growing Australian companies, including CyberCX, Envato and Agency Mavericks, he's passionate about using ethical digital marketing that delivers business value. Simon's experience includes coaching digital agencies, running digital marketing workshops, driving growth and excellence within the SGD team.

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