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By advivusteam | Sep 16, 2020 | 10 minute read | Blog

How to start a successful blog with ease?

Have you ever thought about launching your very own blog? If you follow the right tips, you will be able to monetize it and make it a second source of income. But beware – this isn’t as simple as it sounds! There are more than 600 million blogs and you need to look for ways that will help your blog stand out among others. And you know what? You are in luck! We, at Advivus, love challenges and we will gladly help! So, if you are in search of tips that can help you start a successful blog without any problems along the way, you have come to the right place. We are going to tell you all about this matter! So, if you want to learn more make sure to grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and keep reading our step-by-step guide!

Why would you want to have a blog in the first place?

Before we list all the steps you need to follow in order to start a successful blog, let’s talk a bit more about blogging and go through the reasons why you would want to have it. A blog is a regularly updated website with frequently published content. There are different types of blogs and you can use them for different purposes. For example, some people have a blog just because they like to write. They use it as a way of sharing their experience or establishing themselves as experts in a specific field. The thing that is so great about blogging is that there are no rules – you can write about anything! However, you can also make money out of it. If you choose your niche carefully and avoid the biggest affiliate marketing mistakes people make, you will be off to a good start.

Blogging is a quick way of expressing yourself and earning money online

It is important to understand that you can write about anything you want on your blog. However, there are some rules you should follow in order to make a successful blog and make money out of it. Don’t worry, we are going to guide you through the most important steps. Even if you are a complete beginner, you will still be able to follow them.

So, how can you start a successful blog even if you are an absolute beginner?

Numbers show us there are more than 600 million websites with blogs. But, this doesn’t mean that all of them are successful. The truth is, most of these blogs go unnoticed. And, chances are, your blog will go unnoticed too if you don’t have the right strategy. With the help of the right strategy and tips,  you will be able to monetize your blog and make it a second source of income. Here is how to do that with ease!

Choose your niche carefully

The first thing you need to do is to choose your niche carefully. Most people don’t understand how important this step is and that is exactly why their blogs go unnoticed. So, to avoid this problem, make sure to find a niche that interests you and other people. It is always simpler to write about something you like and that interests you. If you can’t decide which niche you should choose, our advice is to take a look at the digital marketing trends you shouldn’t ignore in 2020. Maybe it will inspire you and give you an idea of how you can use these marketing trends to get a better income out of your blog. Keep in mind that even if you have chosen the right niche, you shouldn’t write about anything in your niche area. You want to create compelling content, with interesting information.

Pick the domain name and a platform

Choosing a domain isn’t a hard thing to do. The simplest and the best thing you can do is to use your company’s name as a domain. Your goal will be to pick a domain name that will explain to your customers in 3 words or less what your blog is about. Keep it short and simple and avoid using names that sound scammy. Once you come up with the name you like, check whether it is already occupied. As soon as you find an available domain name, buy it and you will be ready for the next step – finding a platform.

If the domain name you want is occupied, think about adding dashes or using different extensions

There are many platforms you can use but this doesn’t mean you should go with the first one you stumble upon. Different platforms will allow you to manage your blog differently. Take for example WordPress. WordPress is a pretty simple platform that will allow you to create beautiful websites even if you don’t know anything about coding. There are many themes and templates you can use and edit, which is what makes the designing part simple and fun. And since we are already talking about designing and structuring, here is one rule you need to remember – don’t overdo it. Simple and clean websites are much more attractive. Keep that in mind if you want to start a successful blog.

Learn about SEO before starting a blog

This step isn’t mandatory, but knowing how to optimize the website is a skill every successful marketer should have. This is why you should find the time to learn about SEO rules and the most common SEO mistakes affiliates makeSEO optimized websites will rank better and, thus, attract more people. You can have the best blog in the world but, without SEO, people won’t be able to find it. So, invest your time and money in SEO and, eventually, it will pay off.

If it is done the right way, SEO can bring you many good things

Write compelling content your readers will love

If you want to start a successful blog and make money out of it, you should be careful about the content you are publishing. Your content needs to be compelling, attractive, and interesting. Entertain your audience but also provide them with the information they need and want to learn. Also, make sure there are no grammatical errors in the content you are publishing. This is very important! If you want to make money out of your blog and look professional, double-check every article and guide you have on your website. Everything needs to be perfect.

As you can see, you can start a successful blog without spending tons of money or time. With the help of the right tips and tricks, everything is possible! And, if you have any questions, feel free to get in touch with us and we will gladly answer any question you might have.

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Written by advivusteam

advivusteam is an online marketing specialist and copywriter for Advivus. She has worked intensively with SEO and copywriting for several years in the US market and has since worked for an online marketing agency helping clients to succeed with their online marketing efforts.

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