61 things I wish had known before I started blogging
Thinking of starting a blog? Don’t do anything until you have read this! Experienced bloggers share 61 things they wish…
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Category: Blogging Basics
Got a question about the nuts and bolts of blogging? This category covers all the BLOGGING BASICS. (AKA the boring but necessary bits!). Discover…
♦ how to start a blog
♦ how to choose the right host for your blog
♦ how to choose the right theme for your blog
♦ which are the essential WordPress plugins
♦ how to protect your blog
and more…
How to keep track of your blogging income and expenses (plus free Blogging Accounts Spreadsheet)
If you earn any income from your blog, you need to keep track of your blogging finances – both for…
How to set up Google Analytics 4 (step by step with screengrabs)
Google will deprecate Universal Analytics (AKA Google Analytics 3) on 1st July 2023. From that date, the only option will…
How long does it take to make money blogging in 2022? (Statistics from the Blogging Income Survey)
Blogging can be very lucrative… but only if you do it right! So, how long does it actually take to…
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What is a blog and how does it work? Blogging explained! [2022]
What is a blog? What is a blogger? How does blogging work? And can people really make money from blogging?…
9 essential things to do before starting a blog in 2022
Do you want to start a blog? STOP! Here are 9 essential things you should do BEFORE you begin, to…
20 reasons why you should start a blog in 2022
Are you considering starting a blog in 2022? Do you want to earn great money? Be your own boss? Establish…
How to start a PROFITABLE blog in 2022 (plus FREE 7 week blog plan!)
Want to start a profitable blog in 2022 but don’t know where to start? Or maybe you already have a…
How to use categories and tags properly in WordPress (for SEO and your readers!)
Categories and tags are different ways of organizing your content in WordPress and helping users and search engines navigate your…
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What to buy a blogger for Christmas [2021 Gift Guide]
Wondering what to buy a blogger in your life for Christmas? Or are you a blogger who would like a ‘done for you’ list of Christmas present ideas to give to family and friends? Here’s what to buy a blogger for Christmas…
BigScoots vs SiteGround – which is the best hosting company?
SiteGround and BigScoots are two hugely popular hosting platforms, but how do they compare and is there a clear winner?…
Review: Genius Bloggers Toolkit 2021 – Is it worth it?
$6,300+ worth of blogging courses, ebooks, printables, tools and templates for just $97! There’s no catch; this is a genuine…
21 ways to spring clean your blog (plus checklist)
Spring cleaning is not just for houses – it’s for websites too. Regularly cleaning, tidying and organising your blog will…
How much does it REALLY cost to start a blog in 2022?
Want to start a blog, but don’t want to waste your money? In this article I explain how much it…
10 reasons why you should use the Genesis Framework WordPress theme for your blog
Choosing a WordPress theme is one of the most important blogging decisions you will make, so it’s important to get…
How to create an anchor link to jump to a specific part of a blog post (WordPress Block Editor)
Want to create a link in a blog post that will allow your reader to ‘jump’ to a specific part…
How to create an anchor link to jump to a specific part of a blog post (WordPress Classic Editor)
Want to create a link in a blog post that will allow your reader to ‘jump’ to a specific part…
How to write your first blog post using the WordPress block editor (AKA Gutenberg)
Still putting off switching from the WordPress Classic Editor to Gutenberg? Or are you a brand new blogger ready to write your very first blog post in WordPress? In this tutorial I show you how to write your first blog post using the WordPress block editor (AKA Gutenberg).