How to Start Your Blogging Adventure
Writing a blog is a developing and very creative activity. Many people come up with the idea of starting their own website, but they often quit because they do not know how to begin. That is why we come to the rescue and in this article, we will try to explain how to start in order to become a professional blogger.
1. Gather your ideas.
If you decided to start a blog, it means that you already have a specific topic in mind. However, it is not enough to keep your online diary going. While writing a blog, regularity is important, which means coming up with newer and newer articles. Before starting your website, it is worth thinking about some examples of issues that you want to focus on. Create a sort of plan to help you organize your content. Think about how often you want to publish, think of sample article titles and about your target audience. Keep your plan updated, and when you're up and running, coming up with new articles becomes easy. What is more, creating the right headlines will allow you to stick to the topic and not go too far from the category of the entire blog.
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2. Choose a platform.
We realize that choosing the right platform for your blog is not an easy job. There are many competitive websites on the market, each with a different range of functions. So which platform is the best? It depends on what you need. The most popular blogging sites are WordPress and Wix. They are very intuitive, easy to use and offer multiple widgets. Thanks to them, you can create a website like a professional UX Designer.
Don't worry if your blog's design doesn’t meet your initial expectations. Willingness and motivation to write are important. After all, you start a blog to share your thoughts with others, not just to make it look nice. Of course, the graphic aspect is also important, but you can take care of it later on. The visual side of the blog can be enhanced at any time.
3. Select the right domain.
A domain is an element of a web address that directs users to the requested page. Remember, however, that the name of your website is not only a web address – it’s also an expression of your identity and image. If you run a blog about a particular topic, it is worth including it in the domain.
Creating your own, specific domain usually requires a paid subscription. If you have doubts about whether you will enjoy blogging, start by using the free domain offered by the platform. When you get used to running a blog and you do not lose your motivation to act, you can activate your domain at any time. A paid domain can look like this: www.twojanazwabloga.pl, while a free domain like that: www.twojanazwabloga.wordpress.pl
4. Write your first article.
Once your website is ready, get to work! The first rule of blogging is regularity. As a first step, we recommended planning when to post. If you add articles at certain intervals on a regular basis - your followers will know when they can expect new posts.
What is more, make sure your texts are pleasant to read. It’s not a visual issue, but a linguistic one. Avoid stylistic and spelling mistakes. Check your articles before publishing to make sure there are no typos. Also try to minimize the number of repetitions. You can find online many websites, such as Grammarly, which will help you spot your errors. Remember, however, that these are just bots and they will not always check your text 100% accurately.
Write in a simple way that is understood by everyone. Don't use complicated scientific terminology and if you have to do so, explain the concepts. Moreover, in your texts, use the active voice rather than the passive. Articles written such way are perceived by subscribers as more attractive and accessible.
5. Get inspired.
When you run out of ideas for your next article, don't panic! It is simply worth checking what your competition writes about. Visit the websites of other bloggers and check what they have recently posted. However, there is one important rule to follow: DO NOT COPY! While writing about the same topic is allowed, copying the text is considered copyright infringement.
Pinterest is also a great platform to get inspired. You can find there ideas for new articles, links to blogs that you may not know yet, and so much more. If you like a pin, you can save it on your board and use it later.
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It is also worth following the latest trends. In this case, it will be easier to use Google Trends or specialized SEO tools. You can also search for hashtags that are trending at the moment.
6. Promote the blog.
Make your blog visible to others. Start by creating social media. You can share a link or an invitation to visit the website. Inform your followers about a new post. On your channels, you can also post articles, shortened to a minimum, in the form of posts encouraging to visit your blog. If your followers are interested in a particular post, they will want to learn more and, as a result, visit your website.
Don't forget about SEO. Add descriptions and tags to your articles. Thanks to positioning, your posts will be viewed by people looking for specific information that you can provide.
7. Start making money.
Running a blog can be fun and trigger your creativity. Over time, your blogging adventure can also turn into a form of earning. However, when starting a blog, don't think about how you can benefit financially from the very beginning. The privilege of earning in his way is only for the most devoted creators. You have to work hard to become a professional. But don't get discouraged - practice makes perfect! It is important that you treat running a blog is a pleasure for you, not another duty. Who knows? Maybe the offers of cooperation will come sooner than you think?
The Native Hash editorial team is made up of experienced specialists and enthusiasts of influencer marketing.