Watch me Build & Launch a Small Business Website in 17 Minutes [VIDEO BLOG]

Ever wondered how fast and easy it can be to get your local business online? In this video, I walk you through the entire process of building and launching a clean, modern website from scratch using the Mighty Sites website builder — all in one live session!

You'll see exactly how to create a mobile-optimized, professional-looking site with all the essentials to help your business get found and grow — no tech skills required.

PLUS, I’ll show you how to take your website to the next level using Elfsight widgets. Add features like social media feeds, testimonials, and contact forms — all without writing a single line of code.

Key Takeaways

1. Affordable Website Solution:
   You can build a clean, professional-looking website for your local business using Mighty Sites for only $9/month.

2. Simple Customization:
   Mighty Sites lets you customize your site easily—upload your own photos, change color palettes, add text, and edit layout elements with a user-friendly interface.

3. Google Reviews Integration:
   Using the Elfsight widget, you can quickly embed your Google Reviews on your site by copying and pasting a small code snippet—building trust and credibility.

4. Use Real Content:
   The walkthrough uses real content and imagery from an actual farm and feed store as an example, making it easier to visualize for your own business.

5. Add Pages and Menus Easily:
   You can add up to 9 pages (like Services, Chicks for Sale, Delivery Info) and fully control the site navigation with drag-and-drop options.

6. Media and Social Links:
   Easily add logos, phone numbers, and social media links (Facebook, Instagram) for better engagement and connection with customers.

7. Pre-Written Copy and Stock Photos:
   The platform includes helpful pre-written content and millions of stock photos to speed up the build process.

Video Transcript

Would you like a website for your local business but don't want to pay too much money or use something super hard? Great! In this video, I'm going to show you how to build a website using Mighty Sites—very cheap and easy—and our new integration partner Elfsight. It's super straightforward. Anyone can do this!

Here's the website I just built for a local feed and farm business. It has great content, store photos, a chick offering section, and a home delivery service page, plus their Google reviews. All this for just $9/month. Let me show you exactly how to build it.

You start with a template—this one is for an animal feed store. I'm using real content as if I'm building it for my business. First, I click on "Activate Editing Mode." This opens up tools to update each section of the site.

For example, I replace the generic photo with one of my storefront—super easy. Click "Update Section," upload an image, and boom—done! You can stop editing mode to preview what your site will look like live.

Don’t like the default color palette? You can switch through a variety of styles instantly. Want to customize your homepage text? Just type in your business name and offerings. Add short descriptions, update buttons (like linking a “Call Now” button), and you're set.

Each section has pre-written content that’s easy to update. If you want the layout to look different (e.g., image on the left instead of the right), it’s just a click.

Now, for Google Reviews. Mighty Sites integrates with Elfsight, which provides a free widget. Copy the embed code from your Elsights account, paste it into your site, and your reviews appear live. It’s that easy.

Want to replace a stock image? Either upload your own or search millions of pre-licensed photos right from the editor. I updated several store images this way for a more custom feel.

Next, I upload my business logo and place it where I want—left aligned or centered. You can resize it and save the design settings. Then I added Facebook and Instagram links by just copying and pasting them in. Also, I added a phone number that appears across all pages.

You can add your address or just your service area. Now let’s add more pages—up to 9. I added a Services page, and under that, I created a section on Chicks for Sale with a custom image and text describing the offering.

Want to rearrange menu items? No problem. Just drag and drop. I renamed a menu item, reordered everything, and added a homepage link too.

Everything is customizable—from photos and layout to copy, reviews, contact forms, and more. This platform is a fantastic way to get a pro site online fast, affordably, and without needing to hire a designer.