Last Updated: November 21, 2025
Blogging
Start and grow a successful blog
Blog Setup
- Choose a niche and target audience
- Pick a memorable domain name
- Select hosting (WordPress, Ghost, Medium)
- Choose a clean, responsive theme
- Set up essential pages (About, Contact)
- Install analytics (Google Analytics)
- Set up email list collection
Content Strategy
- Research keywords with search volume
- Create content calendar (post consistently)
- Mix evergreen and trending topics
- Write compelling headlines
- Include images and visuals
- Add internal links to other posts
- End with clear call-to-action
- Update old posts regularly
SEO Essentials
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
Title Tag
|
Include main keyword, under 60 chars |
Meta Description
|
Compelling summary, 155-160 chars |
H1 Tag
|
One per page, include keyword |
URL Structure
|
Short, descriptive, keyword-rich |
Alt Text
|
Describe images for SEO |
Internal Links
|
Link to related content |
External Links
|
Link to authoritative sources |
Monetization Methods
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
Display Ads
|
Google AdSense, Mediavine |
Affiliate Marketing
|
Promote products for commission |
Sponsored Posts
|
Companies pay for content |
Digital Products
|
Ebooks, courses, templates |
Services
|
Consulting, coaching |
Memberships
|
Exclusive content for subscribers |
💡 Pro Tips
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