How to start a blog - cheaply.
Are you considering starting a blog? A blog is a great way to voice your opinions and share your knowledge. Some people even derive a decent income from advertising and product endorsements.
So what is a blog?
A blog (shortened from weblog) is usually a one or two page website which contains regular entries/commentary (usually in a diary/journal style) about any topic(s) you want. A blog is usually maintained by a single individual and entries often have images and video embedded in them. Blogs are displayed in reverse chronological order meaning new entries are added to the top of the web page.
Why should I make a blog?
Do you have something to say? A blog is a great place to have your opinion heard.
Building a brand or have an exciting product? The personal nature of a blog helps you connect with potential customers. Bloggers come across as individuals not corporations.
Many bloggers use the platform to appear an expert and legitimise their expertise on a certain topic. Often the underlying intention is to gain exposure for a job or book they are writing.
More recently, parents and grandparents have started blogs in an effort to keep up communication with friends and family; they upload photos from holidays and birthdays as well as videos. Note: Worried about privacy? It is easy to restrict access to your blog using a password or secret question.
How do I get one?
I offer a blog package which includes everything necessary to start blogging.
I will design 2 different page designs/layouts and then revise the chosen design until you feel it represents both your personality and intent.
The key to a successful and stress-free blog is to use a publishing tool (where you write and edit your posts) which is simple and user friendly. I prefer the WordPress publishing tool as it is easy, powerful, free and lets you edit your blog from anywhere in the world on both Mac and PC.
A blog has two ongoing costs: a hosting package (a place on the internet to store your content/files) and a domain name (ex: www.mcwebdesign.com.au). This package includes hosting and domain registration for 1 year, after which the price is $55 per year (adjusted for economic inflation). If after the first year you would like to handle the hosting and registration yourself, you are welcome to move the site yourself at no charge.
Interested?
Use this contact form to start the process.