- Joined
- Oct 4, 2007
- Messages
- 1,385
Rep Bank
$1,105
$1,105
User Power: 19%
Just wanted to share a quick experience with the group, then I've got to get back to work...
This is kind of basic stuff, but I thought it might be helpful to someone that may be launching a new site, like we are.
A few weeks ago we had some analytic software (if that's what it's called) installed on our site to track where our traffic is coming from, what people are doing on the site, what they're clicking on, what our conversion rates are, etc. etc. (and keep in mind our site is still in development / beta mode)
We started out using SiteMeter; I wasn't overly impressed with it because I felt it lacked a good high level overview and statistics. So we had the developer un-install that and install Google Analytics. Ugh! Found out that Google Analytics pretty much sucks for some of the specific info we need (IP tracking, sequence of page views, etc.). So we had the developer re-install SiteMeter. We're running both analysis tools right now, together they're giving us a good overview of the info we need.
Then a few days ago we installed ClickTale. Although it's an expensive service ($99 / mo.), it can really give you some valuable feedback - for those of you that don't know about it, it actually records what people are doing on your site. Actual mouse movements, data entered on forms, clicks and everything. It's very cool.
So with the three of these tools running, we've received some valuable feedback and have came up with a marketing strategy that I think is going to pay off, thanks to these simple tools.
My recommendation - Installing both SiteMeter and Google Analytics on your site can give you the "whole picture"; where one tool may be lacking on its own, the other seems to fill in the blanks. And if you need detailed video tracking of what people are actually doing on your site, check out ClickTale.
This is kind of basic stuff, but I thought it might be helpful to someone that may be launching a new site, like we are.
A few weeks ago we had some analytic software (if that's what it's called) installed on our site to track where our traffic is coming from, what people are doing on the site, what they're clicking on, what our conversion rates are, etc. etc. (and keep in mind our site is still in development / beta mode)
We started out using SiteMeter; I wasn't overly impressed with it because I felt it lacked a good high level overview and statistics. So we had the developer un-install that and install Google Analytics. Ugh! Found out that Google Analytics pretty much sucks for some of the specific info we need (IP tracking, sequence of page views, etc.). So we had the developer re-install SiteMeter. We're running both analysis tools right now, together they're giving us a good overview of the info we need.
Then a few days ago we installed ClickTale. Although it's an expensive service ($99 / mo.), it can really give you some valuable feedback - for those of you that don't know about it, it actually records what people are doing on your site. Actual mouse movements, data entered on forms, clicks and everything. It's very cool.
So with the three of these tools running, we've received some valuable feedback and have came up with a marketing strategy that I think is going to pay off, thanks to these simple tools.
My recommendation - Installing both SiteMeter and Google Analytics on your site can give you the "whole picture"; where one tool may be lacking on its own, the other seems to fill in the blanks. And if you need detailed video tracking of what people are actually doing on your site, check out ClickTale.
Dislike ads? Become a Fastlane member:
Subscribe today and surround yourself with winners and millionaire mentors, not those broke friends who only want to drink beer and play video games. :-)
Membership Required: Upgrade to Expose Nearly 1,000,000 Posts
Ready to Unleash the Millionaire Entrepreneur in You?
Become a member of the Fastlane Forum, the private community founded by best-selling author and multi-millionaire entrepreneur MJ DeMarco. Since 2007, MJ DeMarco has poured his heart and soul into the Fastlane Forum, helping entrepreneurs reclaim their time, win their financial freedom, and live their best life.
With more than 39,000 posts packed with insights, strategies, and advice, you’re not just a member—you’re stepping into MJ’s inner-circle, a place where you’ll never be left alone.
Become a member and gain immediate access to...
- Active Community: Ever join a community only to find it DEAD? Not at Fastlane! As you can see from our home page, life-changing content is posted dozens of times daily.
- Exclusive Insights: Direct access to MJ DeMarco’s daily contributions and wisdom.
- Powerful Networking Opportunities: Connect with a diverse group of successful entrepreneurs who can offer mentorship, collaboration, and opportunities.
- Proven Strategies: Learn from the best in the business, with actionable advice and strategies that can accelerate your success.
"You are the average of the five people you surround yourself with the most..."
Who are you surrounding yourself with? Surround yourself with millionaire success. Join Fastlane today!
Join Today
