How to Blog for Beginners - Step-by-Step Tutorial

Overview

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Learn how to create and monetize a WordPress blog from scratch in this comprehensive step-by-step tutorial. Start with web hosting and WordPress installation, then progress through setting up your blog, installing a free theme, configuring plugins, and creating a child theme. Design a unique user experience, implement monetization strategies, and create essential pages like opt-in forms, landing pages, About Me, and Contact. Master the Gutenberg editor to publish engaging blog posts, set up a Privacy Policy page, create and submit an XML sitemap to Google, and finally launch your blog. Gain valuable insights on optimizing for leads, preparing for affiliate marketing, and building a professional foundation for your blogging journey.

Syllabus

Intro .
Video outline .
How to start a WordPress blog (web hosting and WordPress installation) .
How to set up a WordPress blog.
How to install a free WordPress theme (Shapely) *.
How to configure WordPress plugins and create a child theme.
How to design your blog and create a truly unique experience for your users.
How to monetize a WordPress blog.
How to create an opt-in form and landing page**.
How to create an About Me and Contact page.
How to publish an awesome blog post (Gutenberg tutorial)! .
How to set up a Privacy Policy page .
How to create an XML sitemap and submit it to Google.
How to launch your blog! .