The Price of Neglect: How bad web design affects your business

Shaunna Huhnke • April 21, 2025

Is bad web design killing your business and you don't even know it??

Do not underestimate or undervalue the importance of having a well-designed website – especially in today’s digital age. Done right and properly maintained, your website design and functionality influence trust and credibility. Your website should be one of your strongest assets. If you think it’s currently a silent setback, your wrong – it’s breaking your business’s bottom line!


Reputation Matters


Poor first impression


Your website is often the first point of contact with potential customers. If it looks outdated, cluttered, or unprofessional, visitors may assume your business is the same way — and leave before even giving you a chance.


Brand Damage


Inconsistent colors, fonts, or messaging can make your brand look scattered and unprofessional. A cohesive design reinforces brand identity and builds recognition.


Lacks Functionality


High Bounce Rates


If your site is hard to navigate, loads slowly, or doesn’t work well on mobile, people are likely to bounce (leave after visiting just one page). This tells search engines your site isn’t offering value, which can tank your rankings.


Lost Credibility


A poorly designed site can erode trust. If the layout is confusing, links are broken, or the content is full of typos, people might question whether your business is legit or reliable.


Mobile Optimization: Mandatory


With the majority of users browsing on mobile devices, if your site isn't responsive, you're instantly losing a huge chunk of potential customers.


Performance Issues


Lower Conversion Rates (Making website visitors into buyers)


Good design guides users toward taking action — whether that’s filling out a form, making a purchase, or calling you. Bad design creates friction that stops that from happening.


Negative SEO Impact


Google favors websites that are user-friendly, mobile-optimized, and fast. Bad design hurts all of these, which means you’re less likely to show up in search results.


Maintenance Neglect


Outdated software programs, widgets and the like can all severely impact the ability of your website visitors to find you or the information their seeking when they arrive on your site. It can also lead to compromised website security and vulnerabilities that hurt your brand’s reputation with decreased traffic and security breaches.



Your website does more than just enhance your online presence – it is your 24/7 salesperson and direct reflection of your business. Invest in professional web design with someone who will make sure your brand’s identity is properly reflected prioritizes the user experience.

Then commit to regular website maintenance and updates so it keeps working FOR you.


Remember, your website should drive your business forward, not hold it back.


Contact me to see how I can help!


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