Keep It Simple Stupid – I think I learned this is seventh grade.  But, it still applies to so many areas of my life and business!  And it applies to websites as well.  I like a simple, easy to follow, easy to read website.  When I land on a page with a ton of ads, flashing pictures, and Google Adsense all over the place, I am immediately turned off and usually leave.  It is so distracting!  The bottom line is when I am searching for information, I want to find it quickly.  I do not want to have to navigate through a mess before I find the information I was searching for.  It is amazing to me how many websites still are crowded and, well messy.  Don’t get me wrong, I am not saying ads are bad – just consider how they are placed on your site.  Make sure it is easy for a visitor to get the information they are seeking.  Take a look at your website from a visitors point of view and ask yourself is it simple and easy to follow?  Is the content ready and available?  If the answer is no, then work on getting there.  Work on keeping the design simple, and letting the content shine.  Keep it simple.