UDEMY'S #" —CNN
"...the entire process for turning a blog into a bonafide moneymaker." —The Next Web
"Brad is clearly experienced, accomplished and an expert in this subject. His knowledge will be very helpful for those who are able to absorb & implement all of his suggestions and tips." —Leah, Udemy student
"Totally AWESOME course. You have addressed every aspect of getting started with a new blog, but better yet what it takes to make it a success. I can't wait to get started." —Terry, Udemy student
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UDEMY'S #" —CNN
"...the entire process for turning a blog into a bonafide moneymaker." —The Next Web
"Brad is clearly experienced, accomplished and an expert in this subject. His knowledge will be very helpful for those who are able to absorb & implement all of his suggestions and tips." —Leah, Udemy student
"Totally AWESOME course. You have addressed every aspect of getting started with a new blog, but better yet what it takes to make it a success. I can't wait to get started." —Terry, Udemy student
UDEMY'S #" —CNN
"...the entire process for turning a blog into a bonafide moneymaker." —The Next Web
"Brad is clearly experienced, accomplished and an expert in this subject. His knowledge will be very helpful for those who are able to absorb & implement all of his suggestions and tips." —Leah, Udemy student
"Totally AWESOME course. You have addressed every aspect of getting started with a new blog, but better yet what it takes to make it a success. I can't wait to get started." —Terry, Udemy student
"Excellent material, well explained, and a talented & experienced instructor who is not afraid to share his opinion on what it does or doesn't work for him." —JP, Udemy student
Brad Merrill has been building things on the web for well over a decade. In 2010, he started a blog about technology and innovation, and in just a couple of years it grew into a large publication with staff and revenue, serving more than half a million monthly readers. His work has been featured on Techmeme and cited by a number of notable blogs and publications, including the Wall Street Journal.
In this course, Brad condenses more than ten years of trial and error into a simple blueprint designed to help you build a successful blog. You'll learn all the essentials, including:
The mindset of a successful blogger
How to build a WordPress site
How to write amazing blog content that readers will love and share
How to promote your content to ensure people actually see it
How to build and leverage an email list to generate traffic and revenue on demand
How to turn your blog into a business that generates revenue
Why would you want to build a blog? Well, there are many different motivations, but here are a few of the most common:
Build a business: A blog can be the center of a low-overhead, location-independent, lucrative business. There has never been a better time to do this—the Internet has made it cheaper and easier than ever before for anyone to start a business.
Grow an existing business: Content marketing is one of the best ways to drive your business forward, and a blog is a tried and true format. Many of the world's biggest companies and brands are now using digital content to market their products and services, so you'll be in great company if you do the same.
Showcase your expertise: If you want to position yourself as a thought leader or expert, blogging is an excellent way to do it. A blog can be a powerful asset if you're trying to build a personal brand, get a job, sell services, or launch a career in public speaking.
Build Relationships: Blogging is a great way to become an active and influential member of your community, which can help you build relationships with people you want to reach.
If you're thinking of starting a blog this year, there's never been a better time. This course will walk you through the entire process—setting up WordPress, writing stellar content, promoting that content, building an email list, and implementing a revenue model to turn your blog into a business. It's all here.
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Learning objectives
- Build a successful blog from scratch, or take your existing blog to the next level
- Develop the mindset of a successful blogger
- Discover a blogging niche that is both profitable and interesting
- Build a beautiful website using wordpress
- Develop a system to plan new content, and never run out of ideas again
- Understand the importance of effective writing and how to become a better writer
- Become familiar with some of the most effective types of blog content
- Generate an endless stream of fresh content by repurposing what you've already created
- Optimize your website for search engines to drive a consistent stream of free traffic
- Get your content in front of people using a variety of free promotion strategies
- Grow an email list that allows you to generate traffic and revenue on demand
- Build a profitable business around your content and turn your blog into a revenue-generating asset
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- Build a successful blog from scratch, or take your existing blog to the next level
- Develop the mindset of a successful blogger
- Discover a blogging niche that is both profitable and interesting
- Build a beautiful website using wordpress
- Develop a system to plan new content, and never run out of ideas again
- Understand the importance of effective writing and how to become a better writer
- Become familiar with some of the most effective types of blog content
- Generate an endless stream of fresh content by repurposing what you've already created
- Optimize your website for search engines to drive a consistent stream of free traffic
- Get your content in front of people using a variety of free promotion strategies
- Grow an email list that allows you to generate traffic and revenue on demand
- Build a profitable business around your content and turn your blog into a revenue-generating asset
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Introduction
Welcome To The Course!
How To Use This Course
The Foundation
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Activities
Follow a WordPress crash course
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Take a video course to get a hands-on introduction to the WordPress platform.
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Identify a free or paid video course that teaches hands-on WordPress skills.
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Enroll in the video course and actively complete each of the videos.
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Create a practice site to test out your new WordPress skills.
Create a basic blog structure
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Create the basic structure for your blog to get a sense of its organization and flow.
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Plan your blog's navigation and menu structure.
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Design a basic homepage layout and sidebar.
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Create a few sample blog posts and pages.
Write your first blog post
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To get comfortable with the process and to experiment with your blogging voice, write your first blog post as part of this activity.
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Choose a topic that you're passionate about and conduct research.
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Create an outline and start writing your post.
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Get feedback on your post from a friend or family member.
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Revise and edit your post based on feedback.
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Publish your post on your blog.
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Develop a content calendar
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Planning your blog's content will help you stay organized and ensure that you consistently publish high-quality content.
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Choose a content calendar tool or template.
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Brainstorm and research content ideas for the next month.
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Plan out your posting schedule and assign topics to each day.
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Schedule your posts using your content calendar tool.
Join a blogging community or forum
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Connect with other bloggers to share ideas, learn from each other, and get feedback on your work.
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Identify and join a blogging community or forum related to your niche.
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Participate in discussions and ask questions.
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Share your own insights and experiences.
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Connect with other bloggers and collaborate on projects.
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Attend virtual or in-person meetups organized by the community.
Experiment with different writing styles and formats
Show steps
Explore different ways to engage your readers and improve your writing skills.
Show steps
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Read examples of different blog post formats and identify their key features.
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Experiment with writing posts in different styles, such as storytelling, list-based, or question-and-answer.
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Get feedback on your different writing styles from your peers or a mentor.
Attend a blogging conference or workshop
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Immerse yourself in the blogging community and learn from industry experts.
Show steps
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Research and identify blogging conferences or workshops that align with your interests.
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Register for the event and prepare to actively participate.
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Attend sessions, take notes, and engage with speakers and attendees.
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Follow up with new connections and apply what you've learned to your blog.
Identify and reach out to potential mentors
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Seek guidance and support from experienced bloggers who can help you grow your blog.
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Create a list of bloggers who you admire and who have achieved success in their niche.
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Research their backgrounds and identify their areas of expertise.
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Craft a personalized email or message introducing yourself and expressing your interest in mentorship.
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Follow up and be persistent in your efforts to connect with potential mentors.
Follow a WordPress crash course
Show steps
Take a video course to get a hands-on introduction to the WordPress platform.
Show steps
- Identify a free or paid video course that teaches hands-on WordPress skills.
- Enroll in the video course and actively complete each of the videos.
- Create a practice site to test out your new WordPress skills.
Create a basic blog structure
Show steps
Create the basic structure for your blog to get a sense of its organization and flow.
Show steps
- Plan your blog's navigation and menu structure.
- Design a basic homepage layout and sidebar.
- Create a few sample blog posts and pages.
Write your first blog post
Show steps
To get comfortable with the process and to experiment with your blogging voice, write your first blog post as part of this activity.
Show steps
- Choose a topic that you're passionate about and conduct research.
- Create an outline and start writing your post.
- Get feedback on your post from a friend or family member.
- Revise and edit your post based on feedback.
- Publish your post on your blog.
Develop a content calendar
Show steps
Planning your blog's content will help you stay organized and ensure that you consistently publish high-quality content.
Show steps
- Choose a content calendar tool or template.
- Brainstorm and research content ideas for the next month.
- Plan out your posting schedule and assign topics to each day.
- Schedule your posts using your content calendar tool.
Join a blogging community or forum
Show steps
Connect with other bloggers to share ideas, learn from each other, and get feedback on your work.
Show steps
- Identify and join a blogging community or forum related to your niche.
- Participate in discussions and ask questions.
- Share your own insights and experiences.
- Connect with other bloggers and collaborate on projects.
- Attend virtual or in-person meetups organized by the community.
Experiment with different writing styles and formats
Show steps
Explore different ways to engage your readers and improve your writing skills.
Show steps
- Read examples of different blog post formats and identify their key features.
- Experiment with writing posts in different styles, such as storytelling, list-based, or question-and-answer.
- Get feedback on your different writing styles from your peers or a mentor.
Attend a blogging conference or workshop
Show steps
Immerse yourself in the blogging community and learn from industry experts.
Show steps
- Research and identify blogging conferences or workshops that align with your interests.
- Register for the event and prepare to actively participate.
- Attend sessions, take notes, and engage with speakers and attendees.
- Follow up with new connections and apply what you've learned to your blog.
Identify and reach out to potential mentors
Show steps
Seek guidance and support from experienced bloggers who can help you grow your blog.
Show steps
- Create a list of bloggers who you admire and who have achieved success in their niche.
- Research their backgrounds and identify their areas of expertise.
- Craft a personalized email or message introducing yourself and expressing your interest in mentorship.
- Follow up and be persistent in your efforts to connect with potential mentors.
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