Blogging Tips for Blogging Business Owners: How to start your website
Are you a business owner who has been blogging for years but still not sure how to get started? Find out from this article.
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I’m not going to lie, starting a blog is hard. But it’s worth it! In order to help you get started on the right foot, we’ve compiled some of our best blogging tips for beginners. These will take you from “lost and confused” to “ready and confident.” Keep reading for everything that you need to know about how to start your website today.
WordPress
One of the most popular blogging platforms to use, WordPress is an application that allows you to create posts, pages, and customized templates. It’s exceptionally easy to set up and offers a wide range of templates that you can use in your posts. It’s also free! This platform is well known in the blogging world because it’s used by many major blogs to this day.
Themes
A theme is a collection of customizations and themes that you can use to create your structure. You can further customize the features and look of your website by purchasing different templates or even plugins. For example, if you wanted to make your blog more visually appealing, you could use a theme that changes the general layout of your site. Each theme also has its own functions, allowing you to customize the functions within the site.
Beginner Themes
Blog themes are commonly used for beginners because they are easy to use and offer a wide range of functions. These are rated by their learning curve! A great beginner theme is Divi themes. This theme has a clean, white design. It features a drag and drop image composer, which allows you to easily upload images without having to learn how to code. You can also have multiple sidebars, allowing you to have more space for additional content.
Advanced Themes
Advanced themes are used by bloggers who are looking for more advanced functions. These themes are typically used by professional bloggers who want to give their website an original look. Popular advanced themes include Studio Press’s Genesis.
Website Developer
If you’re looking to grow your blog even further, you’ll want to hire a website developer. A website developer will create your website for you, making sure that it’s user-friendly and perfectly tailored for your needs. When choosing a company, take into consideration their experience with blogging and whether or not they have worked with other users in the past. If they have, look to see if they have positive reviews or recommendations through their portfolio.
Hosting
When it comes to hosting your blog, you have a few key options that you can look into. The first one being a hosted site. If you already have a domain name and have a blog, this is definitely one route to consider. Hosted sites take care of all of your technical issues so you don’t have to worry about it. It’s quick and easy! You can buy hosting from services such as Cloudways.
Conclusion
These blogging tips will take you from lost and confused to ready and confident. Now that you know how to start a blog, you’re one step closer to creating your own website! Are there any other blogging tips that we left out? If so, make sure to leave your ideas in the comment section below!
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