If you’re reading this post chances are you’re thinking about starting a blog/website. Perhaps you’re still on the fence. If so, I hope this post encourages you to make the leap. Welcome aboard the grand adventure!
Owning a website is a liberating experience. Our thoughts, our work, our designs have a home and we’re eager to share it with the world. Cheers to that! ♥
Realistically speaking, though, it can feel a little intimidating and sometimes daunting trying to figure out the ins and outs of it all. I hear ya. I’ve been there, too.
Fast forward a few years and now I have the absolute pleasure of helping others create and manage their own websites.
I’m thrilled to share the fantastic news ~ Bluehost is having an amazing Black Friday SALE!
Web Hosting SALE
In order to have a blog or website, we require web hosting. Essentially, this is where our content ‘lives’ and is stored. It can get more technical, but that’s it in a nutshell.
An analogy I like to use ~ while we think of web hosting as the place where our blog/website content ‘lives’ in the world wide web, our domain name is much like the house we build to reside in that world, and WordPress is the tool we use to build our house.
Sale Details
Now through November 30th at 11:59 PM EST, the following deals will be available:
Shared Hosting starts at $2.65/mo* for 36 months.
Plus:
• Choice Plus Plan — $4.95/mo* for 36 months
• E-Commerce Starter Package — 40% off
• Free Site Migration
• Boosted payout for Managed WP up to $250 and WooCommerce up to $200
*Disclosure: After I was so impressed with Bluehost’s exceptional service, I joined their Affiliate program to endorse their product and services. As a blogger, I love sharing goodies. If you see the value in their service and choose to purchase via my referral links, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. ♥
If you’ve decided to go the WordPress.org (self-hosted) path then I highly recommend Bluehost as a hosting provider. Bluehost is the #1 recommended web hosting by WordPress.org. This website is hosted by Bluehost, so I can personally attest to their exceptional service.
Hosting packages include a FREE domain name for one year. Every account features a one-click WordPress installation, and their in-house experts are there to help 24/7.
Also, their help center includes guides, video tutorials, and more. Everything is at your fingertips. Another fantastic feature is knowing every website hosted with Bluehost is given a free SSL certificate. And, if for some reason you change your mind, Bluehost offers a 30-day money-back guarantee.
You can take advantage of their promotion here ~ Start a Blog with Bluehost.
How to Start a Blog
As a blogger, I love connecting and sharing blogging tips and effective blogging strategies. So it was a joy to develop a How to Start a Blog ~ A Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Build a Website!
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Blogging to Success with WordPress!
If you decide to start a blog, please feel free to use my FREE comprehensive Blogging to Success in WordPress series.
It’s a free eight-part series meant to guide you through the entire website setup process, ultimately leading to a successful blogging journey.
It can feel a little daunting, but that’s okay. Every blogger/website owner has been right where you are now. My blogging journey began six years ago, and I’m thrilled to help you with yours.
Complete Blogging to Success in WordPress Series:
Parts 1 – 5 are designed to guide you through the entire setup process:
- Part One ~ A Blogger’s Guide: Blogging to Success with Dashboard Settings in WordPress
- Part Two ~ A Blogger’s Guide: How to create a user profile, manage comments, view stats, and add widgets in WordPress
- Part Three ~ A Blogger’s Guide: How to Customize a WordPress Theme
- Part Four ~ A Blogger’s Guide: How to create a Blog Post and maximize engagement in WordPress!
- Part Five ~ A Blogger’s Guide: How to add Pages in WordPress
Blogging Essentials and Tips:
- Blogging Resources ~ Essential tips, tools, and resources for bloggers and website owners!
- A Guide to Gutenberg Editor ~ Getting Started with Gutenberg – A How-To Guide for Creating Engaging Blog Posts with Gutenberg.
- A Blogging 15 Point Pre-Publish Checklist ~ A Blogger’s Checklist: 15 Blogging Tips every Blogger Should Know before they Publish!
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Website Design
Now comes the fun part.
Choosing a website Theme and designing our website is the fun part. It’s not a complicated process, but it does require time and patience. This is where we get to showcase our style, content, and personality.
WordPress offers a variety of Free Themes. But, if you’re looking for a beautiful feminine website theme, you may want to treat yourself and browse the BlueChic Theme gallery.
I hope this post proves helpful for your blogging journey. Creating a website that we’re proud to own is an exciting venture. Cheers to that and the amazing journey ahead!
Have an idea or tip you’d like to share? A question, perhaps? Please feel free to share in the comments below.
Until next time … happy blogging, my friends! Cheering you on. ♥
What a wealth of advice, Natalie. Thank you so much. Toni x
Delighted to share, Toni! Thanks so much for stopping by, and for sharing, too. Blessings and (((hugs))) across the miles. xo
WOW! A wonderful resource, Natalie. It’s packed with helpful tips and insights. Thanks so much for sharing this. Xo
Always a joy to share these tips, Nicole! Thanks for sharing, too! xo
More good advice, Natalie:)
Thank you, Denise! I hope you and yours are doing well. Happy Thanksgiving from Canada! xo
Such a helpful guide for anyone considering starting a blog! Shared to Pinterest 😀
Thanks so much, Christy! 🙂