{"id":1362,"date":"2016-11-29T03:05:54","date_gmt":"2016-11-29T02:05:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/buyerlinkage.com\/?p=1362"},"modified":"2017-04-17T11:46:28","modified_gmt":"2017-04-17T10:46:28","slug":"how-to-start-your-own-blog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buyerlinkage.com\/how-to-start-your-own-blog\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Start Your Own Blog in 20 Minutes and Make It Successful"},"content":{"rendered":"

We created this guide to give beginners fast and super easy steps to follow in order to\u00a0start a blog in as little as 20 minutes without having the need to learn any HTML, graphic design or coding. You will soon discover why this is the simplest and the most comprehensive guide you will come across on starting a blog because\u00a0we have pooled our experiences and resources together to create this guide. We fully understand the need to keep things very simple and straightforward for a beginner and we have made sure that this guide abides by the same principle.<\/p>\n

This guide has\u00a0helped over 8,000 people like you to set up their blogs usually in less than 20 mins. As experts with over 10 years of experience in the blogosphere, we have experimented a lot over these years and we have mastered what works and what does not work. We currently have over 100 blogs and counting in our portfolio which were all started in-house and attract over 70 million visitors every month so we know a whole lot about starting a successful blog and we wouldn't want to see you making the same costly mistakes we made.<\/p>\n

Simply follow these easy steps outlined below, and you could have your blog ready in less than 20 minutes, without any form of coding or skilled technical knowledge.<\/p>\n

How To Start A Blog And Make it Successful<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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  1. Why you should start a blog<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n
  2. Getting Started\u00a0– Choosing your blogging platform<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n
  3. Choose a domain name and a web host<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n
  4. Setting up your blog on your own domain<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n
  5. Login to your new blog, configure and start blogging<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n
  6. How to grow and get the best out of your blog<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Just in case you are still wondering why you should start a blog in the first place, you will find a few interesting reasons below otherwise, you can\u00a0Skip this part of the guide and start building your blog right away!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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    STEP<\/span> 1: Why You Should Start A Blog<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

    The advent of the internet has brought millions of websites into existence and\u00a0is currently exploding with unimaginable growth and huge potentials. With a lot more people getting online now than ever, this means a higher number of people who are going to be interested in what your blog is about or the services you render through your blog. As a matter of fact, there is no better time to start a blog than today and we are going to show you how to have your blog ready in less than 20 mins.<\/p>\n

    By starting a blog, you can achieve the following:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    1. Express your views and ideas.<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Blog is an ideal way of expressing your views and ideas. Blogs can be used as a diary where you write your thoughts on a daily, weekly or monthly basis. Such a platform is very important for individuals who want to share their thoughts and ideas with others.<\/p>\n

    2. Affect wide audience and make your voice heard.<\/strong><\/p>\n

    With a blog, you have the potential to reach millions of individuals irrespective of where they are on the planet. With such potential to reach a global audience of diverse culture, the opportunity is simply endless.<\/p>\n

    3. Build credibility and recognition.<\/strong><\/p>\n

    A blog has the potential to increase your credibility and recognition. A lot of talents have been discovered simply because of the exposure blogging offered them and experts in various fields are being recognized because of their blogs. Depending on the specific niche that you opt for your blog, posting articles that show you have a deep understanding of that niche category is a sure way to get you recognized.<\/p>\n

    4. Improves your CV and the chance of getting hired if you have to look for job.<\/strong><\/p>\n

    If you are an individual who is unemployed and are looking to secure employment, then you should consider starting a blog. A major recruitment and talent sourcing company we took on a consulting offer for once revealed that having an established online presence in the form of a blog is one of their top criteria for selection; ranking just below experience. So by focusing your blog on certain niche topics which may be related to your career path, your blog will give you an edge while looking for a job. Potential employers will see that apart from a growing\u00a0interest in the field you are applying for, that you also take extra initiative and discipline to take on extra tasks and projects, something that may help you secure employment.<\/p>\n

    5. Become a better writer.<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Running a blog that is constantly updated will eventually help you become a better writer. This is because practice makes perfect. By frequently writing for your blog, you will be slowly growing your skill all the while and helping yourself become a better writer.\u00a0Sometimes, the positive criticisms from your readers who leave comments also go a long way in improving your overall writing skills.<\/p>\n

    6. Make money doing it.<\/strong><\/p>\n

    This is where it gets even more interesting. The opportunity to make money should be reason enough why you should start a blog. Blogging can be quite financially rewarding. Some top bloggers make well over $100k in a month. They have obviously put in a lot of handwork and dedication in their blogs.\u00a0making money from your blog becomes easy once the blog starts getting a sizeable amount of readers and visitors. We will cover ways you can make money from your blog at the end of this guide.<\/p>\n

    7. Boosts your online and offline business.<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Blogs can be used as an ideal tool for marketing your business both online and offline. You can use your blog to create buzz about your business to your blog\u2019s visitors. You also have the option to market your business offline by using your blog to direct potential customers to you offline business or place of work.<\/p>\n

    We can go on and on on why you should really start a blog but these reasons alone are already more than enough. The good thing is that if you use the steps outlined in this guide, starting a blog becomes super easy, fun and takes a lot less than you can ever imagine. Simply pick any topic (often referred to as “niche”)you have interest in and follow the simple steps we have outlined below and you will be good to go in less than 20 minutes.<\/p>\n

    Picking a Blog Topic\/Niche<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    A topic on just about anything will do, depending on your interest and goals. various blogs have become successful businesses on all kinds of topics. We have built successful blogs on a whole lot of topics and over time, we have discovered that these are the things you should keep in mind while choosing a niche for your blog:<\/p>\n