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5 Web Design Choices That Quietly Kill Conversions
Avoid common web design mistakes that hurt conversions. Learn 5 fixes to make your site faster, clearer, and built to convert with Tribu.
Your website is often the first impression people get of your brand and if the design isn’t working for your audience, it’s costing you more than just looks. A few subtle choices can quietly eat away at conversions, even when everything else about your business is on point.
Here are five design pitfalls you’ll want to avoid, and the homepage best practices you should keep in mind instead.
1. Cluttered Homepages
If your homepage is trying to say everything at once, it ends up saying nothing at all. Visitors should know who you are and what you do in under 5 seconds.
Tip: Stick to clear website must haves headline, subhead, strong call-to-action, and supporting visuals.
2. Hidden Navigation
Fancy menus look sleek, but if users can’t easily find where to go next, they’ll bounce. Clear, visible navigation is non-negotiable.
3. Slow Loading Speeds
Even the best design fails if people never see it. A Google study found that 53% of mobile users leave a site that takes longer than 3 seconds to load.
4. Weak Calls-to-Action (CTAs)
A button that blends into the background or uses generic copy like “Submit” won’t inspire clicks. Your CTAs should stand out visually and speak directly to your user’s needs.
5. Stock Photography Overload
People connect with people, not staged models. Real imagery of your team, your product, and your process will always outperform generic stock.
Strong websites aren’t just pretty, they're built to convert. If you’re building or refreshing your site, keep the essentials sharp: clear navigation, fast loading, strong CTAs, and authentic visuals.
Want to see how we put these into action? Check out our web design and development work at Tribu.
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