

Aug 1, 2025
The Most Rebellious Thing You Can Do… Build What Actually Matters To You
10 thoughts, ideas & creative finds on treating your audience like co-founders, using wealth to create more not retire, and being a niche of one.


Matthew Gottesman
Founder
Why Audience-Centered Design Creates More Impactful Websites
The most effective websites don’t just look good—they feel intentional. When your design, messaging, and structure are built around your audience’s needs, it shows. It makes visitors feel seen and understood, creating a real connection that leads to trust and engagement.
Know who you’re building for
A successful website begins with understanding your users. Dive into their goals, challenges, and expectations. This insight shapes how your content is written, how your pages are structured, and how your product or service is positioned—all tailored to resonate more deeply.
Practical steps to connect better
Write in a voice and tone that reflects your audience’s language.
Create easy-to-follow navigation with clear calls to action.
Use authentic proof points—like testimonials or results—to build trust.
Make the site accessible, fast, and optimized for mobile.
Create with empathy and intention
A polished website is great—but a purposeful one is better. When every detail is guided by what your audience actually needs, you create something that performs better, feels more genuine, and leaves a lasting impression.


Aug 1, 2025
The Most Rebellious Thing You Can Do… Build What Actually Matters To You
10 thoughts, ideas & creative finds on treating your audience like co-founders, using wealth to create more not retire, and being a niche of one.


Matthew Gottesman
Founder
Why Audience-Centered Design Creates More Impactful Websites
The most effective websites don’t just look good—they feel intentional. When your design, messaging, and structure are built around your audience’s needs, it shows. It makes visitors feel seen and understood, creating a real connection that leads to trust and engagement.
Know who you’re building for
A successful website begins with understanding your users. Dive into their goals, challenges, and expectations. This insight shapes how your content is written, how your pages are structured, and how your product or service is positioned—all tailored to resonate more deeply.
Practical steps to connect better
Write in a voice and tone that reflects your audience’s language.
Create easy-to-follow navigation with clear calls to action.
Use authentic proof points—like testimonials or results—to build trust.
Make the site accessible, fast, and optimized for mobile.
Create with empathy and intention
A polished website is great—but a purposeful one is better. When every detail is guided by what your audience actually needs, you create something that performs better, feels more genuine, and leaves a lasting impression.


Aug 1, 2025
The Most Rebellious Thing You Can Do… Build What Actually Matters To You
10 thoughts, ideas & creative finds on treating your audience like co-founders, using wealth to create more not retire, and being a niche of one.


Matthew Gottesman
Founder
Why Audience-Centered Design Creates More Impactful Websites
The most effective websites don’t just look good—they feel intentional. When your design, messaging, and structure are built around your audience’s needs, it shows. It makes visitors feel seen and understood, creating a real connection that leads to trust and engagement.
Know who you’re building for
A successful website begins with understanding your users. Dive into their goals, challenges, and expectations. This insight shapes how your content is written, how your pages are structured, and how your product or service is positioned—all tailored to resonate more deeply.
Practical steps to connect better
Write in a voice and tone that reflects your audience’s language.
Create easy-to-follow navigation with clear calls to action.
Use authentic proof points—like testimonials or results—to build trust.
Make the site accessible, fast, and optimized for mobile.
Create with empathy and intention
A polished website is great—but a purposeful one is better. When every detail is guided by what your audience actually needs, you create something that performs better, feels more genuine, and leaves a lasting impression.

