Introduction
  • Introduction
  • Fast-Track
Should You Start a Blog?
  • Is a Blog Right for You?
  • What is Your Why?
  • CHECKPOINT: Will You Start a Blog?
What Will You Blog About?
  • How to Decide What Your Blog Will be About
  • Defining Your Blogging Niche
  • Will You Have Enough to Write About?
  • Checklist for Choosing Your Blogging Niche
What Will Your Blog be Called?
  • How to Choose The Domain Name For Your Blog
  • Keywords and Phrases
  • Deciding on a Domain Name
  • Registering Multiple Domains
  • DO: Claiming Your Social Media Accounts
Registering and Hosting Your Blog
  • Your Guide to Registration, Hosting and WordPress
  • Why WordPress? (In Case You’re Wondering)
Design Your Blog and Choose a Theme
  • How to Choose the Right Theme for Your Blog
  • WordPress Theme Selection
  • Install and Customize a Premium Theme
  • Principles of Effective Blog Design
Adding Blog Content and Functionality
  • How to Add Blog Content and Functionality
Launching Your Blog
  • What to Have Ready Before You Launch Your Blog
EXTRA: Email Starter Kit
  • How Email Can Support Your Blog
  • Why Use an Email Service Provider?
  • How to Choose an Email Service Provider?
  • Which Email Service Provider is Right For You?
  • Setting Up Your Email List and Adding Subscribers
EXTRA: Social Media Starter Kit
  • A Strategic Start to Social Media for Bloggers
  • How Social Media Can Support Your Blog
  • What Social Media Sites Should You Be On?
  • Using Social Media to Drive Traffic to Your Blog
  • Social Media Tools and Resources
NEXT STEPS...
  • 31 Days to Build a Better Blog