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How to make Patrick.net home page capture new users?
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2017 Feb 13, 9:40pm 22,359 views 158 comments
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CBOEtrader
2017 Mar 7, 9:14pm
Have you thought of simplifying the process of signing up and making your first post? In my recollection it takes 3 steps, and it doesnt link directly via FB like the Huffposts/Breitbarts of the world.
Also advertise the free speech aspect.
Then post daily cover pics of UFC ring girls, just cause.
Patrick
2017 Mar 7, 9:36pm
Any update after three weeks?
Wait, update on what? I've been doing a dozen things.
Have you thought of simplifying the process of signing up and making your first post?
Yes, that's what I did today. It should take only two steps now: enter your comment (and chosen username and email) and submit, then then click on the link in the email.
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I put Google Analytics back on the site. Here's a screenshot showing the last week's session durations:
Most new people look at the home page for 0 to 10 seconds, and then just go away. The users who are already into the site hang around much longer.
How can I make the home page more "sticky" so that new users immediately understand the site and want to explore more?
Any insights appreciated.
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