Launching A Successful Blog in 2024: Proven Strategies from a Seven-Figure Blogger
In today's post, we will be discussing one of my favorite topics and it's about starting a blog in 2024. Over the years, I have grown my blog, Blog by Sophia Lee, into a successful seven-figure business. Now, I want to share a few things I've learned along the way that can help you start your blog successfully, make money, and maybe avoid some of the pitfalls I encountered.
The Importance of Consistency in Blogging
To start, let's talk about consistency and consistency in posting. Based on my experience, aiming to publish two blog posts every week worked best. Of course, this might depend on your schedule but remember that staying consistent is the key. So whether it's one or two posts each week, make sure to be regular in adding fresh content to your blog.
The Magic of Keyword Research
Next on our list, we delve into the world of SEO (Search Engine Optimization) and keyword research. When I first started blogging, I had barely heard of these important terms. Yet now, the thought of SEO runs through my mind every few hours. It's imperative to understand the fundamental concept of SEO for your blog, ensuring your posts rank higher on search engines. This would mean optimizing different parts of your website, including the front page, your blogs, images etc. To dive deeper into this topic, there are numerous free resources available on the internet. Additionally, you could check out my introductory course on blogging, where we specifically address our SEO strategies.
Choosing the Right Social Media Platform for Your Blog
Now let's jump into a topic that is often debated among content creators - the usefulness of social media platforms. There are countless platforms on the internet today but for your first year of blogging, I recommend focusing only on Pinterest. The logic is simple: Pinterest, unlike Instagram or TikTok, is designed in a way that transports users directly to websites from the platform with relative ease. This will help you gain traction and grow your readership, which in turn will increase your blog's visibility.
Getting into an Ad Agency: Monetizing Your Blog
Speaking of views, getting into an ad agency will be a big step towards monetizing your blog. I am part of Mediavine, an ad agency, where the entry criterion is a minimum of 100,000 page views per month. The fastest way to increase page views, as mentioned before, is through Pinterest. Once Google realizes the traffic flow towards your website, it'll recognize its popularity, leading to even more visibility.
Exploring the Power of Short-Form Videos
The power of short-form videos in today's digital landscape should not go unnoticed, even though it initially seems to contradict my earlier suggestion to focus just on Pinterest. Once you have a good understanding of blogging, SEO, and are making steady page views, then it's time to explore the world of short-form videos. Platforms like YouTube Shorts and TikTok offer an excellent space to share your content and there's always potential for rapid growth if your content goes viral.
The Role of Goal Setting in Blogging Success
As we proceed, let's talk about setting goals. Goal setting plays a significant part in achieving success, for me, it is what gets me out of the bed every morning. When starting your blog, short-term goals and long-term goals are equally essential. Writing a list of goals will help you keep focused and motivated.
Setting up a Self-Hosted WordPress Blog: First Step to Success
One of the first goals I recommend is setting up a self-hosted WordPress blog because you own it. Think of a self-hosted blog as a house you own, while a hosted blog is more like a rental property. I recommend Blue Host for hosting services as it offers inexpensive packages and exceptional customer service.
Starting a blog is a journey filled with its own sets of highs and lows. Remember, each step, however small, contributes to long-term success. Though the growth might seem slow, don't let it discourage you. The lessons learned, the connections built, and the overall self-growth make the journey worthwhile. So, brace yourself and get started with your blogging journey of 2024!
Bonus: Automate Your Blog Images
One of the key ways to boost blog engagement is visually arresting blog images. But creating them can be tedious and time-consuming. That's Plugger, AI Graphic Design Assistant, comes in. This tool creates blog images from your content automatically, saving you time and increasing reader engagement.
