Why Your Website Feels ‘Off’ (And How to Fix It in 10 Minutes)

Have you ever had that feeling when you open your website and just… sigh? 

You’re not sure what’s wrong. Nothing is technically broken. You like the colours (you think). You’ve got the pages you’re supposed to have. You spent hours tweaking things. But still, something doesn’t feel quite right.

It’s not awful. It’s just... off.

Like it’s not reflecting how great your work really is.
Like it’s not quite you.
Like it should be doing more - bringing in clients, bookings, sales, and it just... isn’t.

If that’s you, please know:
🙋‍♀️ You’re not alone.
✨ And it’s totally fixable.

More often than not, the problem isn’t that you did anything “wrong.” It’s just that websites (even DIY-friendly ones like Squarespace) can be sneaky. 

You tweak and adjust and add stuff over time, and suddenly your site becomes a patchwork quilt of half-messages and out-of-date content.

Meanwhile, your visitors land there and think:
“Huh? What is this? Am I in the right place?”
(And then they click away.)

But don’t panic! You can start turning that around right now - in less than 10 minutes.


Start with a quick website clarity check: 

Open your homepage and pretend you’ve never seen it before.

Then ask yourself:

  • What’s the first thing someone sees or reads? Is it clear what you do and who it’s for?

  • Is there a single, obvious next step? (A “Book now” or “Learn more” button - not just a vague scroll-and-hope.)

  • Are your words clear and human? Or full of jargon and filler?

  • Does the design feel cohesive? Or does it look like five different versions of you at once?

Making even one small change - tightening your intro, swapping out a blurry image, clarifying your headline, can bring your site back into alignment with your actual brilliance. 

But if you’re staring at your screen thinking, “I don’t even know where to start,” then keep reading 👇


Let me help: Introducing the Squarespace Website Audit

If you DIY’d your Squarespace site and it’s feeling a little off-track, or you secretly suspect there are broken links, slow-loading pages, or missed opportunities hiding in plain sight - let me take a look.

The Squarespace Website Audit

Wish you could get a web designer’s expert eyes on your site ASAP? You’re in the right place.

I’ll go through your whole site with a fine-tooth comb and pinpoint exactly what’s working, and what’s quietly holding you back.

You’ll get a detailed, jargon-free report with:

✅ Actionable steps to improve your site’s clarity, flow, and performance
✅ Fixes for any broken links, confusing layouts, or slow-loading pages
✅ Suggestions to make your site feel more like you, and more compelling to the people you want to reach

So you can stop guessing, stop stalling, and start feeling proud (and confident) every time you send someone to your website.

Here’s what one happy client had to say:


“Ruth helped me to re-design my website to make it more user-friendly and attractive to potential clients. She has a keen eye for detail, and as well as answering my questions, she gave additional suggestions. Her feedback is clear and thorough. She is responsive and willing to clarify anything or answer questions, and it is excellent value for money. I would highly recommend her services!”

— Dr Fiona Dowman


If you’re nodding along and thinking “Yes please” - let’s do it!

👉 Click here to book your Squarespace Audit


Note: I’ll show you exactly what to fix, but the implementation is up to you!

You deserve a website that pulls its weight (and feels like a natural extension of your work). Let’s get it there.

Book Your Squarespace Audit >>
 

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