Things To Do Before Launching Your Blog

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  • Write out your why

  • Research other blogs

  • Decide on a niche and categories

  • Write a description of your ideal reader

  • Write your blog\'s elevator pitch

  • Decide on a monetization strategy

  • Create blog goals

  • Write 20 sample headlines

  • Write at least 3 posts for each category

  • Create a brand/style guide

  • Create a logo

  • Buy domain and hosting

  • Install WordPress

  • Choose a WordPress theme

  • Set up an email account with your domain

  • Set up social media accounts

  • Set up email list management account

  • Create welcome email for new subscribers

  • Set up "Coming Soon" page with email opt-in

  • Learn how to use Google Analytics

  • Analyze competitor\'s keywords

  • Install an SEO plugin

  • Install other plugins

  • Create categories in WordPress

  • Set up menu in WordPress

  • Format posts in WordPress

  • Decide what your permalink structure will be

  • Add metadata for each post

  • Add links (internal and external) to each post

  • Create a collection of images

  • Create at least two pins for each post

  • Write an "About" page

  • Write a "Contact" page

  • Create disclosure and privacy policies

  • Add copyright to the footer

  • Add social media links to the blog

  • Check mobile friendliness

  • View the site in different browsers

  • Create a content schedule

  • Launch the blog!

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