5 Quick Website Tweaks That Make a Big Difference

Your website doesn’t always need a full makeover. Sometimes it just needs a little refresh—like rearranging the furniture in your living room to make it feel brand new again. Here are five simple tweaks you can make this week that actually move the needle.

1. Trim the Fat

Clutter slows people down (and sometimes your site too). Take a quick sweep through your homepage and ask: Does this piece of text or image help someone take the next step? If not, cut it. Clean, clear pages = a happier visitor.

2. Give Your Buttons a Makeover

“Learn More” is vague. “Book Your Massage” or “Shop Our Fall Collection” tells people exactly what’s waiting on the other side. Update your buttons so they feel more like an invitation than a mystery.

3. Swap in Fresh Photos

One new banner photo or swapping in pictures of your real space/products can totally change the vibe. It doesn’t have to be a full photo shoot—sometimes even one strong image is enough to give your site a lift.

4. Test It on Your Phone

Pretend you’re a brand-new customer. Pull up your site on your phone and try to navigate it. Can you find the menu? Fill out the form without squinting? Click the buttons without zooming? If not, fix those first—they’re small details that make a huge difference.

5. Double-Check Your Contact Info

It sounds basic, but it’s the #1 thing people come to your site for. Make sure your email, phone number, hours, and address are up to date and easy to find. Bonus points if your phone number is clickable.

Final Thoughts

These tweaks don’t take weeks of work or a giant budget, but they do make your website feel more polished and user-friendly. A few intentional updates can be the difference between someone bouncing and someone booking.

And hey—if you’re too close to your site to see what’s working (or what’s not), that’s where I come in. Fresh eyes, quick wins, and a plan to keep your digital home in shape.