Start a Blog - Know How

Starting my first blog was one of the best decisions I ever made, and the people I’ve reached (not to mention the money I’ve made) are just a couple of the benefits I’ve experienced over the years.

Knowing where to begin with your first blog is challenging.

I’m going to walk you through everything you need to know to get your blog started and earning a side income.

Why You Should Start a Blog

If you’re like most of the others who come across this page, you’re here because you want to use a blog to help you earn a side income, or even become a passive income source.

Of course, there are more benefits to owning a blog than earning money.

LET’S TAKE A CLOSER LOOK AT WHAT A BLOG ALLOWS YOU TO DO:

• Get creative. Nothing gets your creative juices flowing like writing a blog post on a subject that intrigues you. As you write more content it will lead you to answer more questions inside your chosen niche. For many bloggers they find that they grow more creative with every post.
• Have a voice. A blog lets you talk about what matters to you. Whether you’re a self-proclaimed political pundit, a passionate fashionista, or a financial advisor like me, move beyond the treacherous minefields of Facebook comment threads and say what you need to say in your own space. Be LOUD. Be quiet. Be formal. Don’t. The beauty of a blog is that it reflects your personality and your ideas, from the font to the pictures to the words on the page.
• Do what you love. Creating a blog is one of the best ways to learn more about your hobbies, enjoy yourself, and pursue your passions, too. If not a single person read your blog (they will, promise!), you’d still be gaining so much in the self-fulfillment department as you learn for yourself and educate others.
• Make connections. Everyone has a passion, and blogging has a unique way of connecting you with people who care about the same things you do. It adds your voice to a global conversation, with endless possibilities for advancing in your profession, making friends, and growing your blog’s reach.
• Make a difference. One of my favorite parts of blogging is positively impacting people. People are looking for information and you are able to provide them with an honest opinion that can really make their lives better. Whether it’s unlocking a new hobby, simplifying their life, helping them get out of debt, or restoring a relationship, blogging truly helps you reach people. It’s such a rewarding experience to hear from a reader who’s benefited from content I wrote even years ago.
• Make money. Generating a profit on your blog might be slow-going at first, but hang in there! With the right tools in hand, you can start making money with your posts through ads, sponsorships, and/or affiliates. No need to worry about exactly how those work just yet. Just know, in time, your site can be a major moneymaker if you do the right things over a long period of time.
• Grow your business. Blogging doesn’t just profit you in the immediate sense. The longer you blog, the more connections you make, and the better your content gets, the more your street cred improves. You can establish yourself as an expert through blogging, get published, and further the success of your business.

Those are just a few of the benefits of starting a blog. Choosing a right niche for your blog is most important aspect. Here is some of Blog Niche Ideas you can find.