FollowBefore you begin writing a blog you need to decide what you are writing about. If you want others to visit and comment, your content must interest the reader. It is a challenge to get visitors to find you on the web. Choose an appropriate name for your blog. To someone who is just starting out it can be confusing so take your time and learn all that you can about blogging.
What Should I Call My Blog?
Brainstorm the name of your blog. Search for those keywords and see what is currently out there. Once you have decided on the name, check to see if the domain is available. There are many places in which you can register a domain name that are very reasonable and reliable.
Where to Host My Blog?
You have the domain name and it’s time to find a place to write. There are several locations that are available. Until you get established, you might want to use a free platform. There are several – Word Press, Webs, Weebly, and others.
Design
Use color and designs that showcases your writing. Make it easy to read with simple fonts and structure.
Let’s Begin
Before you start the first post, have an About section so people will know who you are and why they should read your what you have written about. After you have written your post, re-read, format, re-read, and re-read. Read it or show it to another person, which is sometimes where you find your mistakes or another way to say it. Write freely and get all the thoughts down. Afterwards, you can format, move sentences, use another word, and get it as perfect as you can before publishing.
Find Me
Use social media to advertise your blog. Link to Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, LinkedIn, and wherever else you can. Ask your friends to come read your posts, comment and spread the word. Follow other blog sites that have advice, tricks and tips for blogging. They have great information.
Blogging can be fun, insightful and educational. Everyone can have a voice about any subject. Isn’t it time you got started.
Do you have a blog? If so, what is it about?
