Start A Blog: Where To Begin

In the introduction to our series of Start a blog's posts we reviewed common blog lingo, such as blogging, posting, pages, gadgets and widgets. We also discussed popular blog practices and concepts and the tools we’ll be using.

Now you’ll actually begin the process of creating a blog! No, we are not signing up for TypePad,
Blogger, WordPress, or any other blog platform just yet. There is a lot to consider before registering or
setting up an account:

• What is the name of your blog?
• What are you interests?
• What do you want to blog about?
• Will you be the only one writing on your blog or are you part of group who will be
posting content?
• What have you seen in other blogs that you like?
• Do you know what you want your blog to look like?
• What colors do you like?

After determining what you want to write about and what your blog should look like, you’re going to
need exciting, well-written content— free of grammatical errors—that gives your followers information they want to read, such as a funny story, a challenge or contest, details of a current promotion, professional advice, personal experience, or the benefits of using your services. With that in mind. By the end of this series, you’ll be armed with ideas and enthusiasm, and on your way to be a blogger!