If you are contemplating starting a new business or already have a business then a professional website is something you should be thinking about.  There are still a few businesses out there that think having a website is too expensive and not necessary for the growth of their business.Here are 5 reasons why your business should have a website:

#1 – Online brochure
A Website acts like an online brochure. With your website you can tell your audience about your product and services, why you started your business, list your employees as well as provide a medium for your customers to contact you. No matter what type of business you’re in, a website is a great place to showcase your work or demonstrate your skills.

#2 – More customers
Having a website allows you to reach more customers globally. Just think, we use the internet every day and chances are you customer uses the internet too. Why not reach your customers where they are. 

#3 – Influence
By having a website for your company you will be putting your business in front of thousands of people. This allows you to influence people’s decisions and educate them.

#4 – Customer support
A website provides you with an opportunity to provide customer support to your customers online without them having to come to your location. 

#5 Credibility
A website gives your business credibility. The first thing your customer will do when they hear of a business is to look them up online. Imagine your customer trying to search for you online and you have no website? Having a website will not only provide the information they are looking for, but it will give your business credibility.