Things To Do Before Launching Your Blog
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Write out your why
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Research other blogs
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Decide on a niche and categories
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Write a description of your ideal reader
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Write your blog\'s elevator pitch
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Decide on a monetization strategy
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Create blog goals
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Write 20 sample headlines
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Write at least 3 posts for each category
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Create a brand/style guide
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Create a logo
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Buy domain and hosting
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Install WordPress
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Choose a WordPress theme
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Set up an email account with your domain
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Set up social media accounts
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Set up email list management account
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Create welcome email for new subscribers
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Set up "Coming Soon" page with email opt-in
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Learn how to use Google Analytics
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Analyze competitor\'s keywords
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Install an SEO plugin
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Install other plugins
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Create categories in WordPress
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Set up menu in WordPress
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Format posts in WordPress
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Decide what your permalink structure will be
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Add metadata for each post
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Add links (internal and external) to each post
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Create a collection of images
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Create at least two pins for each post
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Write an "About" page
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Write a "Contact" page
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Create disclosure and privacy policies
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Add copyright to the footer
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Add social media links to the blog
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Check mobile friendliness
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View the site in different browsers
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Create a content schedule
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Launch the blog!