Most bad web design experiences aren't caused by bad luck. They come from a handful of avoidable mistakes that happen before the project even starts.
The Mistakes That Cause the Most Damage
- Choosing based on price alone, without comparing what's actually included at each price point
- Not checking live examples of past work, only static portfolio screenshots
- Skipping a written scope or contract, leading to confusion over what's included
- Letting the designer own the domain and hosting account instead of you
- Not planning who will write the content, then stalling the whole project for weeks
- Assuming the project ends at launch, with no plan for updates or support afterward
How to Avoid Repeating Them
Most of these come down to the same fix: get things in writing, and ask direct questions before you pay a deposit, not after. A good designer will welcome that scrutiny, because it means the project starts with clear expectations on both sides instead of assumptions that turn into disagreements later.
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