These are some papers I have prepared to help you clarify and start the process of planning your site.

Clarity - Your Voice on the Web

Getting Started Worksheet

Website Planner
      This is the detailed worksheet we use to plan your website.

Site Map Worksheets
      These 'wireframes'  are 'worksheet' planning pages for your site.
            Level 1     Level 2     Level 3   

Interactive Wireframes - This is an interactive page where you can plan the what-goes-where on your site by moving the pieces around until you find the right fit for your website.

On Collaboration –  It's a collaboration between you and your web designer.
it's your business. Work together for the best result.

From the AIGA:  (American Institute of Graphic Arts)
       A clients guide to getting the most from the design process
       What every business needs    (to know about the design process)
Web Style Guide   step by step of the web design process, simplified
How Google Works   in their own words.
The Benefits of a Website - online
The Benefits of a Website - download – Mintz Web Design
Design features of a well done site   - online
Online guide – small business web design