My First Developed New TLD Website: NewNames.info - NewNames.biz - NewNames.us

Duke · 05-24-2004, 08:31 AM

In recent months, new TLD sales have become the top source of income for me and the revenues grow every month. I decided it no longer makes sense to have my top producers buried under com/net/org at BrandsPlus.com so I developed a new site that puts info/biz/us front and center. In addition to sales, the site includes new extension news and resources and examples of very successful new TLD sites.

One thing to keep in mind here is that this site is about "marketing" not journalism. I used caricatures of the old TLD's as a tool to get people to consider the new alternatives. Focusing on your competition's negatives while playing up only the strong points of your own product is a time tested marketing strategy. I think new extension fans will like it, while CNO only folks may fail to see the humor in it. :-)
????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/web-design-reviews/31571-my-first-developed-new-tld-website.html

In any case, I will be interested in your overall impressions of the site including design, navigation, features, etc. It was built on NewNames.info but can also be reached through NewNames.biz and NewNames.us.

Mr. Websites · 05-24-2004, 08:41 AM

I like the graphics you placed next to the descriptions of the extensions. The website itself loads fast and is simple. I don't think it needs any improvements.

adam_uk · 05-24-2004, 09:08 AM

very quick load times!!!!! under a second on my connection

i like the design too, simple to navigate simple to understand

goldsgym · 05-24-2004, 09:21 PM

Lose the counter at the bottom. It looks unprofessional. Other than that nice job

unlevel · 05-25-2004, 06:03 AM

Neat concept, and excellent design!

Duke · 05-25-2004, 06:04 AM

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Originally posted by goldsgym
????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/showthread.php?t=31571
Lose the counter at the bottom. It looks unprofessional. Other than that nice job

Thanks golds. The counter was meant to be temporary from the start. A friend bought some Google adwords for me as a grand opening gift yesterday and I was curious about how many hits would come in (without having to dig through my host's detailed stats program), so I put that on there for 24 hours to get a quick look.

TWM · 05-25-2004, 06:08 PM

ever think about a search feature? I think it would make it very nice for people who dont like looking through list's

Duke · 05-25-2004, 06:54 PM

Good idea. I actually have a search box on my other sites and completely forgot it on this one!

sarab · 05-26-2004, 08:35 AM

It's a good laugh, but I'm not sure I'm convinced by the pitch!

A powerfully different approach, though, and I hope it brings you success.

Just one question, though... where did you get that photo of my boyfriend (.com) and did he say you could use it??

Duke · 05-26-2004, 01:35 PM

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Originally posted by sarab
It's a good laugh, but I'm not sure I'm convinced by the pitch!

A powerfully different approach, though, and I hope it brings you success.
????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/showthread.php?t=31571

Just one question, though... where did you get that photo of my boyfriend (.com) and did he say you could use it??

Thanks sarab. Your boyfriend said he had cleared it with you!

TWM · 05-30-2004, 07:14 PM

what are you talking about???? thats my boyfriend!!

sarab · 06-01-2004, 03:12 AM

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thats my boyfriend!!

Let's not fight about this...

Could our guys be twins?

05-24-2004, 08:31 AM	THREAD STARTER #1 (permalink)
Duke Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Florida Posts: 2,052	My First Developed New TLD Website: NewNames.info - NewNames.biz - NewNames.us In recent months, new TLD sales have become the top source of income for me and the revenues grow every month. I decided it no longer makes sense to have my top producers buried under com/net/org at BrandsPlus.com so I developed a new site that puts info/biz/us front and center. In addition to sales, the site includes new extension news and resources and examples of very successful new TLD sites. One thing to keep in mind here is that this site is about "marketing" not journalism. I used caricatures of the old TLD's as a tool to get people to consider the new alternatives. Focusing on your competition's negatives while playing up only the strong points of your own product is a time tested marketing strategy. I think new extension fans will like it, while CNO only folks may fail to see the humor in it. :-) ????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/web-design-reviews/31571-my-first-developed-new-tld-website.html In any case, I will be interested in your overall impressions of the site including design, navigation, features, etc. It was built on NewNames.info but can also be reached through NewNames.biz and NewNames.us. __________________ DNJournal.com - The Industry News Magazine NameNewbie.com - The Beginner's Guide to Making Money with Domain Names

05-24-2004, 09:21 PM	#4 (permalink)
goldsgym New Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: New Jersey Posts: 23	Lose the counter at the bottom. It looks unprofessional. Other than that nice job __________________ Professional Web Design & Development eWebDevelopment

05-25-2004, 06:08 PM	#7 (permalink)
TWM Web Marketing Specialist Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Texas, USA Posts: 1,335	ever think about a search feature? I think it would make it very nice for people who dont like looking through list's __________________ TargetedWebMarketing.com : Web Marketing Plans - Search Engine Optimization - Online Promotion coraltanks.com l Corporate Quarters

05-25-2004, 06:54 PM	THREAD STARTER #8 (permalink)
Duke Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Florida Posts: 2,052	Good idea. I actually have a search box on my other sites and completely forgot it on this one! __________________ DNJournal.com - The Industry News Magazine NameNewbie.com - The Beginner's Guide to Making Money with Domain Names

05-30-2004, 07:14 PM	#11 (permalink)
TWM Web Marketing Specialist Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Texas, USA Posts: 1,335	what are you talking about???? thats my boyfriend!! __________________ TargetedWebMarketing.com : Web Marketing Plans - Search Engine Optimization - Online Promotion coraltanks.com l Corporate Quarters

05-24-2004, 08:41 AM	#2 (permalink)
Mr. Websites Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Toronto Posts: 2,308	I like the graphics you placed next to the descriptions of the extensions. The website itself loads fast and is simple. I don't think it needs any improvements.

05-24-2004, 09:08 AM	#3 (permalink)
adam_uk Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 2,187	very quick load times!!!!! under a second on my connection i like the design too, simple to navigate simple to understand

05-25-2004, 06:03 AM	#5 (permalink)
unlevel NamePros Member Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 29	Neat concept, and excellent design!

05-26-2004, 08:35 AM	#9 (permalink)
sarab NamePros Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Dorset, UK Posts: 29	It's a good laugh, but I'm not sure I'm convinced by the pitch! A powerfully different approach, though, and I hope it brings you success. Just one question, though... where did you get that photo of my boyfriend (.com) and did he say you could use it??

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