Your domain name is the first thing people judge you by online

Field Note #009

🟢 Beginner ⏱ 30 Minutes ✓ Observation from Experience

Your domain name is the first thing people judge you by online — before they read a single word on your site.
Here’s how to choose one that works for your business:
1. Keep it short — under 15 characters if you can
2. Say it out loud
3. Go .com first — it’s still what people type by default
4. No hyphens they create confusion
5. Match your social handles — consistency builds trust
Your domain is your digital identity. Choose it like one.
What’s the best (or worst) domain name you’ve ever seen?

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