How to Establish a Blog with WordPress in 6 Easy Steps – A Complete Guide

Want to create something valuable? Something meaningful not only for you but for other people as well? The ideal way of achieving that is by creating a Blog. Starting my blog was by far the best initiative I’ve ever taken in my life. It’s not just how I earn a living but a blog is also a way of helping out a lot of people on a daily basis.

With the massive success rates of blogs increasing rapidly over the years, a lot of intellectuals are wishing to start a blog and get to work. However, most of them aren’t lucky enough to be granted with much technical knowledge, and just because they are not geeky, a lot of them just drop the idea of becoming an aspiring blogger.

I know the process of building a blog can be a tad overwhelming at times. A blog is not exactly a cakewalk, given that one has to embark on various steps and procedures in order to make their blog a success. Initiating a blog, in particular, is the most typical job of them all, especially for a non-tech individual.

You see, blogging is a process where you learn along the way all on your own, but first of all, you need to create a blog to get started and for that, you will need someone to guide you through each step. That’s where we come in. Although there are like dozens of platforms to start up your blog with, I personally suggest WordPress because of the flexibility and reliability it offers.

We will be assisting you in establishing your blog with WordPress in just 6 easy steps so you can start your journey of being a blogger right away.

Step I : Pick An Available Domain And Web-hosting

The first and the foremost step of creating a blog is to decide a domain and not just any domain; you need to pick a catchy but a simplistic domain. Once you decide the domain name of your blog, you need to check online whether the domain you opted for is available or not. There are many websites like GoDaddy, BigRock, etc. from which you can purchase your chosen domain, though I personally suggest GoDaddy.

But before you run off to purchase a domain, you need to make sure the chosen URL is available or not. Thus, upon opening GoDaddy you need to enter your domain in the search box. If your domain is available then you can simply proceed to buy it. If, however, it’s not available, even then you’ve got nothing to worry since GoDaddy showcases a large variety of similar available domains. So go ahead and opt for the domain you fancy and proceed to acquire it.
The procedure of buying a domain from GoDaddy is rather easy, and once you’ve purchased the domain of your liking, you need to opt for an adequate web-host to keep your website stable.

Step II : Installing WordPress

We’ve reached the most crucial stage of starting a blog. Not a lot of people find the process of installing WordPress comfortable since they’ve got no one to guide them. However, we won’t let the word “Install” frighten you. Believe me, I’ve been there and in reality, it isn’t as intimidating as it sounds.

Once you’ve set up the web-hosting, you are rewarded with an auto-installer which takes all the hard work off your shoulders. All you need to do is click the ‘build website’ option in the top-left corner after signing up.

After that, click the Install Now link under the option Build Website Now. Upon clicking you’ll be shown the WordPress Install screen on which you can simply put your admin username and password. Then just proceed to hit the Install button and the installation will be completed immediately. After going through the Go to the configuration page you are granted access to your Dashboard. It was as simple as that.

Although, if you want to install WordPress manually, then I recommend you should check out 000webhost.com’s complete guide to installing WordPress.

Step III : Design Your Blog By Choosing A Theme

Now you want to make sure your blog seems pleasant and tidy. You don’t want your blog to appear hard on the eyes. A theme allows you to control not only the specifications of your blog but also the visual appearance and design of it. In other words, a theme allows your blog to look just as you please.

There are thousands of WordPress theme frameworks in the market, both free and chargeable. You can also design and customize your own theme, though it takes a lot of time and effort.

I would suggest for you to opt an adequate theme by going to the Appearances option from the DashBoard. Now select Themes and click on the Add New button.

Get to work and keep browsing until you settle on the one theme you find captivating among the thousands of other pre-made Word-Press themes. Though you need to be certain the theme framework is considerate to the niche of your blog.

Step IV : Installing the Theme

After you’ve selected the theme, you need to install it on your WordPress blog. Simply hit the Install button and wait for your theme to be installed. After the theme is successfully installed, an Activate button would appear.
You need to click on it to activate your theme so you can present your blog with much pride. You are given the option of customizing your theme as well by going through the Customize link under the Appearance menu.

Step V : Installing WordPress Plug-ins

Plug-ins are the third party add-ons which allow you to bring further functionality to your blog. They amplify and strengthen your blog’s consistency a million times more. However, you need to make sure to install only the best plug-ins in the market.

Go to the Plug-ins link under the Dashboard menu and click on the Add New button. Browse among the best and settle on the most robust plug-ins for your blog. One of the best free plug-ins in the market are the following:

• WordPress SEO by Yoast
• Google Analytics by Yoast
• JetPack by WordPress
• MailChimp

Install and activate the plug-ins of your choice one by one in a similar manner as installing the theme. Once you’ve activated the plug-ins, our work here is done and your blog is ready to conquer the world.

Step VI : Hustle Until Your Blog Is Successful

Like I said, our work here is done and it’s time for you to show your true potential. Installing your WordPress blog was just the beginning; the fun only begins from here.

Your blog is your stage where you get to showcase your real efforts and imagination. Create something significant by adding meaning to other people’s lives through your blog. Post relevant articles, which are both helping and entertaining. Interact and keep experimenting with different options from the Dashboard.

All you need is a brighter vision, and soon enough, your blog will thrive and become your way to earn a living.