What caught my attention when I discovered this infographic about small business websites was the very first item:

Around 60 percent of small businesses do not have a website

I admit, the number surprised me.

Any business without a website, where they can promote their services and products, is missing out on prospective customers.

And customers expect a website.

They want to find information about a business, hours, prices, and whether what the company offers is what they’re looking for.

And for companies, a website offers the opportunity to tell their story: what they do, why they do it, and what services and products they offer.

But all is not lost.

According to a recent infographic, 55 percent of small businesses plan to create a website in the next two years. Continue reading 9 Things to Know About Small Businesses and Their Websites [Infographic]