Paul Boag

Why this blog sucks and a better alternative

Published:
04 April 2012
Categories:
Working in Digital
Reading time:
1 minutes

Do you wish we posted more techie articles here at Boagworld? Would you like some more meaty web design content? If so, read on.

Warning! The post you are viewing is out of date and almost certainly no longer accurate. For more topical posts, check out the “related reading” at the bottom of this page or drop me an email with any questions.

Many readers of this blog find it immensely frustrating. Sure, you get great content about running a successful website, but I stoically refuse to write about technical or complex design issues.

This, of course, is intentional. All along I have aimed this blog squarely at those who run websites but don’t necessarily know a lot about web design. When I do talk tech or design, I do so in a way that anybody can understand.

Of course if you are a web designer this can become frustrating. You want technical stuff and design advice. Fortunately the guys at Headscape are here to help you out with a new site called The Barn.

The Barn is a blog written by some great people at Headscape such as @cargowire, @leigh, @edmerritt, @webdesignchris and @bobscape.

It covers all of the more ‘web design’ related topics that don’t fit on boagworld. Subjects such as:

It also has some great free downloads including

Not only does it have loads of great content it also has an amazing piece of what I can only call Pixel Art. It is worth checking out the site to play with this header graphic.

The pixel art on the new Barn website

Inevitably there will be some overlap with boagworld content and when that happens we will be sure to repost it here. However, if you are a web designer and interested in what we get up to at Headscape then this is the blog for you.

Visit the Barn

  • Free access to 3 books including Click! that teaches you how to encourage clicks without shady tricks.
  • Choose between multiple email courses.
  • Choose between in-house or freelancers and agencies content.
  • Learn from an expert with over 30 years experience.

About me

I’m a UX consultant and conversion optimization specialist with 32 years in digital. I help teams create user experiences that work; winning support, improving results, and making change stick.

Contact me

Email: paul@boagworld.com
UK Based – Clients in North America, Europe, Asia, Australia.

how I help

  • UX Strategy – Spot what’s blocking a great experience and get a clear plan to fix it.
  • Improving Conversion – Simple, evidence-based changes that make every click count.
  • Coaching & Leadership – A sounding board to help you lead with clarity and confidence.
  • Training & Workshops – Hands-on sessions, playbooks, and self-learning so your team keeps improving.