Have you ever wanted to start a blog?
Are you procrastinating because your afraid of what others may think?
Well I want to show you how easy it is to get your blog started. Following this step-by-step guide will help you overcome your fear of starting your blog.
Step 1: Purchasing a domain
The time is finally here for you to think of the URL for your blog. Most people go for the name of their blog but sometimes that could be already taken. As for me, I wanted to purchase thefearlessmommy.com but it was already taken so I went with thefearlessmommy.co. Do your research before finalizing your domain because you want to make sure everything fits within your brand.
First, Go to Bluehost and click the green “Get Started Now” button.
Second, pick a plan. Most new users go with the basic plan. As for me, I chose the basic plan. It simply depends on your business needs.
Third, pick your FREE domain by typing in the field below “new domain”. If you already have a domain type it in the field below “I have a domain name”. Click “next”.
Step 2: Purchase hosting
Imagine searching for your favorite shoes or dress! You get the same feeling when searching for hosting because you are creating your OWN blog. This purchase is a no-brainer because it’s ONLY $3.95 a month.
First, start by entering your account information. Be sure to add your business email because this is where you will receive your log in information.
Second, under the package information this is where you pick the detailed information for your “Account plan”. Click on the dropdown menu and choose your plan of choice. Be sure no other boxes are checked unless you want to additional options.
Third, enter your payment information and click “submit”.
Next, choose your password for your account.
Whoo-hoo! You now have a BlueHost account which means you have purchased your hosting.
Step 3: Pick a Theme
First, you want to login to your BlueHost panel and choose your theme. There are tons of “free” themes to choose from. I currently use a “free” theme. There are premium themes meaning you will pay for it. After this step it will prompt you to install WordPress.
Step 4: Install WordPress
BlueHost will prompt you to install WordPress. Once, you have installed WP you can start the customization of your dashboard and your blog.
Step 5: Write your first blog post
This is the time you been waiting on! Under “Content/Blog Posts ” click “Add New Post” and start your first blog post. Put aside all fears and write away. Click the “Publish” button. Don’t be so hard on yourself!
Now that you have followed all the steps to start your blog it’s time to attract readers.
That wasn’t so hard was it!
Now login to your new site by typing: http://yourdomain.com/wp-admin. For example mines is: https://thefearlessmommy.co/wp-admin. I hope you jotted down your username/password because you will need it at this point. If you are anything like me, save your BlueHost portal into your “bookmarks” for easy access.
If you have any questions about how to start a blog or you used this step-by-step guide to start your blog let me know. Look forward to reading your comments or questions.
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