When you are starting out, you presume that you just need to get a site up - and the money will begin to roll in. In this day, with the recession rolling along-it is a nice thought. But don't be taken in by that thought. It takes work, and if you've no idea what is going on online when you first begin-well, realize you have a learning curve to conquer. So let's look at the basics of your website.

When constructing a site there are certain elements that are becoming more and more important in the eyes of Google. It's SEO and your website formatting that is now, more than ever, becoming intertwined. So, what does that mean for the individual putting up a site? Let me explain.

First, when constructing your site, you should try to be aware that the data should:

1. Load quickly.

2. Navigation has to be easy to follow for human and search engine alike.

3. Sitemap-have to be descriptive and accessible.

Why should you look at these 3 elements? These 3 elements can help your site to become more and more accessible to the search engines. Let me explain.

Is your site loading quickly?

Whenever you construct a page, you should always ask yourself-"Is my webpage loading fast enough for the user? Why? Load speed, the beginning to obtain more emphasis in the eyes of Google. Which means, they are going to include this in their algorithm of elements to believe when measuring Page Rank (PR)?

They feel that page load speed can proffer the user a superior experience, and you, the webmaster, a better opportunity to make money. Thus, take your own time to test your web pages before you put it online. It will save you time, with rework. (Important Note: load speed alone will not give you revenue-but it does give users a chance to view your content).

Website Navigation and Sitemap

Website navigation must easily direct the user to wherever they want to go on your site. If the navigation is confusing-know that the user will just click away, and look somewhere else. And, it can harm you with the search engines. Why?

Both website navigation as well as your sitemap can open the door to both, users and the search engines. They both, if you've presented the information in a comprehensible hierarchical way, can lead to Google giving you a breadcrumb in the SERBs. A breadcrumb is an added link; below the main link-to entice the user to your site.