Welcome to the beginner's guide to starting a blog. I've been blogging in some form or fashion for thirteen years (yes, 13!). I do it because I have a passion for it, but also because it's my business and how I feed my family. I make a living not only blogging, but helping other bloggers get set up and running. With my years of floating around the blogging world, I thought it would be a good idea to put together one of the best "start a blog" guides just for beginners. For those who already have …
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How to Start an Awesome Blog in Just 5 Easy Steps
A few weeks ago, we published a very detailed "How to Start a Blog" guide that went through every step in the process. We really enjoyed it, but got some feedback that it was a little overwhelming for you new WordPress bloggers. For those of you who want to start a blog, but don't know how, there is too much information in there. Looking back, we were using our knowledge of 11 years in the blogging space to create the guide. Instead, we need to come at this from an overview.We're always here …
A Simple Way to Keep Your WordPress Admin Secure
Wordpress is easily the most widely used blogging platform. With the simplicity and ease of use, it is not surprise. When we create blogs, we usually make sure that we have all the best plugins to make our blogging lives easier along with better results in the SERPs. I am sure that there are many of you out there that have many blogs that are setup the same way. Each one as the same plugins, permalinks, and settings. The main issue that many people forget, especially beginner bloggers, is …
Blog for You, Not for the Money!
Over the years, I have come across many different people in the online world. People that are dedicated to their cause, people that just want to make a buck, and others that just learned how to use email. I tend to not really deal with too many people that have just learned the great wonders of the internet, but still come across them. I know that they will catch up with technology at some point. My main concern is with the people that are just online to make a buck through …
When Rejection Rears its Ugly Head
We face rejection in some form everyday of our lives. Rejection comes in many forms and it can affect the strongest willed people. What is it about rejection that makes us think about what we are doing and how we are doing it? How can we face rejection with a positive manner and overcome it? Everyone needs to remember that rejection is always going to happen, no matter who you are and what you do. Some people will face rejection more than others, but everyone should know how to handle it in …