Useful Blogging Tips to help you get Started

Hello Friends,

Word on the street is that you want to start a blog right? Great idea, you should do it!

I know that starting a blog for the first time can be nerve-wrecking and can seem intimidating and overwhelming (been there done that), like how do you actually get started? There are so many information out there on the web and everyone seems to give you different tips but who should you listen to?

Well, I used to be a blogging newbie myself and had the same experience starting off. I started my blog back in 2015 and I knew so little about it, but here I am today sharing the things I learned along the way.

You need to know that blogging is about sharing your knowledge and experiences with the world. Choosing a topic that your passionate about makes the process of starting a blog so much easier. I have learned out of experience, that to be a successful blogger there is really just one requirement; to have passion for your topic! So grab a coffee or tea and get cozy, here are 10 quick tips on how to become a fashion blogger. Enjoy!

• Name your Blog:

Coming up with a name for your blog is the hardest step in the entire process, just take your time and choose wisely. Go for something that defines you and your market.

• Buy a Domain:

The next step is to purchase a domain; its best to do it as soon as you have decided on a name, owing your own domain makes business take you more seriously.

• Find your Niche:

Before moving on to the next few steps, just pause and think of what makes you different from everyone else and focus on that, because as we all know that there are thousands of bloggers out there, focus on your creative side to stand out and attracts brands.

• Work with a Web Designer:

Your blog layout and design is a very important step, if your anything like me; a web designer newbie, I would highly suggest hiring a professional to help out. Focus on creating a user-friendly design and just keep it simple and clean. I would highly recommend checking out TechTonek if your looking for a web designer, they have helped me build my own website from scratch and did anamazing job, plus they listen carefully to what you want and deliver exactly that https://www.techtonek.com

• Just be Yourself and let your Personality Shine:

To have your readers connect to you, its important to let your personality show so do your best to show it. The more people relate to you, the more often they will come back.

• Always Plan and Set Goals:

Always keep in mind that to have your audience attention; consistency is key! Set realistic goals as to how often will you post, its best if you plan out your publishing schedule.

• Social Media is a must:

We all know that social media is crucial now a days as it helps build your followers and promote your blog posts. The most popular social platforms that most bloggers use are Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat and Pinterest.

• Learn about SEO:

Knowing your SEO (search engine optimization) will help you grow your brand; SEO basically helps your content get recognized and helps people find your blog easier.

• Set up Google Analytics:

Google Analytics is an amazing tool, it basically helps you monitor and analyze your website traffic, it lets you know who is visiting and how they are coming to your site.

• Networking is Key:

Its good to build a network with people doing the same thing as you are, there are many ways you can network such as joining a local blogging community online, collaborating with bloggers around the globe, attend blogging conferences or even fashion week.

Hope that was useful, these are some of the things I learned while building my own website, let me know if you want part two?