Navigating the Transition: Taking Over a Company Website After a Boss’s Passing
Transitioning into the role of a company owner can be both an exciting and daunting experience, especially when you find yourself inheriting a website from a previous boss who has passed away. Recently, I faced this very challenge when my boss bequeathed his small company to me. While I received the keys to the kingdom, I quickly realized that navigating the back end of the company website was no easy task.
Understanding the Landscape
Firstly, I had to assess the current state of the website. I discovered that, despite having some passwords and potential leads, my technical expertise was not quite up to par for this task. One critical question began to circulate in my mind: What platform was the website built on?
Investigative Measures
In my quest for answers, I attempted to utilize various online tools designed to trace the Content Management System (CMS) used by the website. Unfortunately, these efforts yielded little to no insight. The website’s design was far from inviting, evoking the impression that my boss had hand-coded it using his own HTML skills rather than relying on user-friendly platforms like WordPress or Wix.
The Dilemma of Access
While I possess some knowledge of HTML, my next challenge became clear: determining how to access the website’s editing interface. For those familiar with platforms like Wix, the process is straightforward—you simply log in at Wix.com with your credentials. But in this situation, the path to access my boss’s creation was unclear.
Next Steps
Feeling a bit lost, I began to compile a list of potential next steps:
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Reach Out for Help: It may be beneficial to seek assistance from a web developer or a tech-savvy friend who can help me navigate the intricacies of the existing website.
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Check for Hosting Information: Understanding where the website is hosted could shed light on how to log in to make necessary updates.
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Backup and Documentation: Before making any changes, I’d ensure that I have backups of the current website files and details about the existing structure to avoid any unintended consequences.
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Researching HTML Editing Tools: Familiarizing myself with code editors or FTP clients could provide a way to access and modify the HTML directly if necessary.
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Explore Learning Resources: Investing some time in online tutorials focused on web development and CMS platforms will enhance my skills for any future updates.
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