Step 1
2) Buy Your Domain Name (avoid using GoDaddy if you can)
What I do it do a bulk domain lookup using my keyword list and see what I can register with either .com or .net (.com if I have a choice)
The range of Web Hosting companies is almost endless, I use Hostgator which host more than a Million Websites and provide Unlimited, Domains and traffic, all for a measly few bucks a month. I think it’s worth paying a few extra bucks to get all the add on, associated with the more professional accounts.
3) Download WordPress and install on your hosting account.
The easiest way to do this would be to host with a provider that uses “Fantastico” – this does all the installation (and updating) at the click of a few buttons.
See this link for more about Recommended Lists of Providers in this market.
4) Optimise your Website
The first thing to do is change the default theme. There are many sites that provide free templates for WordPress. Just look in Google. I found a great product called Artisteer which is fantastic for creating your own site design, without needing to know zip about code.
Once you have your theme you should load the necessary plugins for the site.
For more detail and Tips and Tricks – Click Here
5) Monetize Your Blog.
First you have to find a Niche that will make you some money. Click here to see the list If you don’t do this step correctly, you may not make any money for your efforts.
See some tips on 4 Thing You Need To Know About Your Blog Ads Spot
6) Promote your website
Promoting your website is the hard part and needs lots of effort to do it. The first job is to get your site indexed. How to get Indexed with Google – Fast
Once you are indexed you need to set up a ping to your site.
Look at these tips for using “Free Traffic from Social Bookmarking”
7) Generate Content
Creating Content is not just about writing some articles, you need to know what content is going to make money for your site. Content that will make you money
Promote Your Site
See this post for some ideas one what to write about.
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Step by Step – How to Pick a Niche
1. Find a Niche you are Passionate About.
Why? Because it’s the only way you are going to spend the kind of time and effort to create a meaningful Blog.
2. Choose a Niche Product you are Knowledgeable About.
Ask you self what skill and knowledge you like most? If you don’t have the knowledge yet, research an area that you would like to promote and dedicate the time to researching it, so eventually you will become an expert.
3. Popular Niches for Blog Sites
If you are still confused, you could pick from a list of popular below to inspire you.
Automobiles
Computer & Information Technology
Digital Cameras
Gadgets
Music
News
Photography
Politics
Shopping
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4. Make a Primary and a Secondary List for Your Niche
Once you have decided on a Niche, create a list and divide these into Primary and Secondary Niche Markets. Eg: “Make Money Online” (primary) “Make Money at Home” (secondary)
Lists are important to understand you Niche Market, it’s competitors and the value of the market. Create a list of “Exact”, “Broad” and Exact Phrase”.
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