Yes, it's "pretty", but here's the real reason you need good design: you usually have only 3 seconds or less to convince customers to take action.

   On a website, your homepage must grab the visitor's attention, tell them where they are, and let them know where they can go.

On a printed piece, you must convince them to open your brochure and learn more by contacting you.

In the case of some small businesses that we've worked with, good design creates a perception that you are "one of the big boys" and attracts more customers. After all, perception equals reality.

Often, even the best marketers can forget to pay attention to their words. While the design is the first thing people see, the words are what makes you stick around for more. Or act upon an offer you just can't resist.

Want to keep them on your website and get passed the first page? Want them to call you when they read your direct mail? Look at your words. Good writers make it look easy.

   Convert more leads into sales. The reason 99% of most websites fail is because they've been designed by a technician/designer and not a marketer. Even if people find your website, your web design or copy may not compel them to stay. Or, they may have arrived at the wrong website completely because your web advertisement didn't describe you the best it could... and cost you money you didn\'t need to spend! Handled properly, online marketing can be the most powerful and cost-effective marketing tool you have.

I cannot say enough good things about ThriveMarketing. They completed everything on schedule, as promised, and then some!! I have had a sub-standard website for many years, and received very little business from it. Since having it re-designed by ThriveMarketing, serious inquiries are up 1000%. My new website is beautiful, works perfectly, and most importantly, attracts new clients! If a computer-illiterate like me can have a great website, there is hope for everyone.

D.N., Clovis, CA

I am blown away! I am thrilled! I saw our new website design and I almost fell of my stool! You have created a brand that we can be proud to share with others. I mean that from the bottom of my heart. You have managed to absolutely convey our brand personality and the feel of our clothing line. Wow. Seriously, sister! I loved the wallpaper, the colors, the pink flower, the edgy framing... truly, it is not possible for me to list all the little details that I absolutely adore. Just know that I notice and appreciate every little detail! I have to tell you that our brand rocks - it is fun, it is flirty, it is fabulous, it is us!! Thank you for being so talented!

L.T., Gilbert, AZ

The best business decision I have made this year has been to change my website! Thrive spent hours just getting to know our staff and understanding exactly what we are all about. The website is fun to browse, easy to navigate, and informative. People who see the site for the first time are blown away! The site is so functional, that it saves us hours explaining information to prospects. I have no doubt that our new improved presentation will have a huge impact on our business!

A.G., Scottsdale, AZ

Thrive Marketing has created a whole new brand identity for our company. We now appear more credible. More capable. More professional. I believe we are in for a great year with our new presence.

R.G., Phoenix, AZ

We hired Thrive to take us from our 1996 logo to a brand that is more 2005. They hit the nail on the head in the very first round! They even threw in a tagline that we didn't even ask for. I'm so pleased!

P.C., Scottsdale, AZ

What can I say! I just gush whenever I tell someone about my experience with you. I adore our new logo, advertisments, and catalog! You also transformed my ho-hum website into a website that is so classy and clean, and easy to shop.

R.E., Edmunds, WA