Startup website design: step-by-step process

Pt 1: Walking you through my high-level step-by-step process for designing a startup website, from discovery to development.

Pt 2: How I complete my website processes in half the time it used to take me.

Whether you’re learning design, getting into Webflow, or building your freelance business, this breakdown is meant to give you a clear look behind the scenes. I cover strategy, copywriting, visual design, Webflow development, client feedback, and how I keep projects moving efficiently.

If you're a freelance web designer or thinking of starting your own design business, you'll also pick up tips on working with clients, setting expectations, and managing your workflow like a pro.

00:00 Intro
00:50 Website design project discovery phase
01:36 How to approach content and copywriting as a web designer
02:47 Designing the startup's homepage options
03:12 Designing the full startup website + product animations
03:40 Website design process tip: refine your systems
04:20 How I finish website design projects 2x faster than before
04:30 Investing in a foundational web design toolset
05:42 How to delegate as a web design freelancer
06:52 Prioritize longterm freelance vision over short-term wins
08:16 Bloopers 🤪