Do you want to discover how to start a blog? If so, in this article you will learn the easy way to create a super successful blog from scratch.
I assume that you know what a blog is. If not, read Blogging – what is it anyway article before you proceed.
The blog you are going to create will be different. And it will not be just another new or wordpress blog you see floating on the internet.
The secret no one is telling you
To succeed as a blogger you must take into consideration your passions, interest and abilities. And once you are clear on those you can start blogging immediately.
So, before you start a blog you must ask yourself what you like and are passionate about. Make a list of five things you like. And from that list pick only one thing to start with.
Naming your blog
Your blog will need a domain name, www.yourblogname.com. This address is what people will type when they want to access your blog. And a good domain name will identify your blog’s content.
Example: www.yourflowerblog.com , if you selected flowers as one of those things you like.
If you have selected one thing or topic you like for your blog then coming up with domain name should be easy. Once you have an ideal name you can register it with the domain registrar.
You can get an affordable domain name at namecheap.com .
Get a host
Thirdly, you should get a reliable company that will host your blog. Do not fall for free hosting for your blog. You might end up not having a blog in two months.
Hostgator has been around for nine years and it is trusted by thousands of webmasters. Although I use more expensive host than Hostgater I recommend it because they allow you to host up to five blogs on their basic plan at a cheaper price.
The other advantage is that Hostgator provides you with the tool that will make installing your blog painless.
You want a neat blog, right? So, get a host and domain name so that your blog can look professional. People who visit your blog will respect you and your blog. And they will keep coming back for more.
Link your host and domain together
Once you have host and a domain name link them together so you finally can publish your blog.
You will notice when you register your host will send you an email containing “namesrvers”. What you need to do is to copy the “namesevers” to your domain account at namechep.com.
Just follow this easy steps once logged in at namecheap:
1. Click Manage Domains
2. Click the domain name for your blog (yourdmainname.com)
3. Click Domain Name Sever Set Up or “Transfer DNS to Web Host”
4. Then place your two “nameservers” in appropriate fields
The steps above might be different for other domain registrars.
Once the DNS is updated you will be set to start installing your blog and begin posting. You install a blog at your host.
Install a blogging software
Do not worry yet, you can do this. Blogging software installation is simple and straight forward. Even a bum can install it.
One of the powerful software for creating blogs is WordPress. I use WordPress to create blogs because it is easy to use.
Google and other search engines love WordPress. It gives my blog more exposure that I need. If you do it right your blog can easily show up in Google first page search results in as little as two weeks.
Most hosting companies offer you the tools such as fantastico or Installatron to install wordpress with just one click in your hosting account. With Hostgator you will find Fantastico when you login your account. Just click and follow the instructions in the control panel for the WordPress application installation.
If you are not sure what to do just ask help from the support team of the hosting company you are using.
Remember to choose the theme or template that will look neat and professional for your blog.
Ready to start blogging
Now, start writing interesting or helpful articles from the topic you selected from the list of things that you like and post them on your blog. Write everything you know about that topic. If you can, also create videos, audios, etc.
Your articles must include keywords that people use to get information from the internet. Use Google free keyword tool if you are just starting out.
Before you begin to write any article just make sure you do keyword research. Find a keyword phrases that people will use to find the type of article you are going to write about.
Include those keywords in the title of your blog posts. And also include the keyword in the first sentence of the first paragraph. And once in the body and the last paragraph.
Example:
Title: Here Is How To Grow Red Roses The Simple Way, for “How to grow red roses ” phrase.
How do you find information from the internet using Google or Yahoo? That’s exactly what other people will do when searching for type of information you will be posting on your blog.
The more content you post on your blog, there more your blog will start getting recognition. You will start making an impact. And you’ll become a successful blogger.
Now, you know how to start a blog that will make an impact. Go for it, you have nothing to loose.
