Deciding Avoid using inappropriate content may come easy to some, but for others the task may be slightly more challenging. Online blogs are great way to share life experiences, explore a hobby, raise awareness or even just to express passion for a subject that you are interested in. A strong niche is not only vital to stand out from all the others, but also to keep readers interested and loyal. Here we can take a look at some things to think about when starting a blog.
Choose a Subject You Have The Knowledge and Passion for
Rule 1 – Having the knowledge is a bonus.
It is by no doubt important to have the knowledge on a subject before blogging about it. Readers that search for topics online are likely to have an interest in what they are reading about. Blogs are a great way of providing a reader with information, experience, and help in the desired topic. If you choose a topic that you think everyone will be interested and simply blog to attract readers, it may well be that the information you are posting is vague due to lack of experience or incorrect, resulting in readers going elsewhere.
For example, one of the most researched topics online at the moment is employment. Due to the tough economical crisis the Western world is going through, users everywhere are searching for jobs everywhere and employment tips since all additional information is always useful. A good idea for bloggers at the time is for example to research which are the most demanded professionals in employment sites and job vacancies everywhere so as to guide users in choosing a better career.
Rule 2 – Be passionate
Having the passion for a subject is also an important factor to consider when deciding what to blog about. Passion can be seen, touched and smelt in words when written correctly and gives your readers a much more enjoyable experience. If you are enthusiastic about your topic (for example, employment), this will reflect in your writing, connecting with readers and making them want to come back for more. Having passion for a subject also makes life easier for the blogger themselves.
A good blogger will know that consistency is important in maintaining a steady flow of loyal readers, so it may be that you are posting 3 times a week or even more. Think about it, if you’re putting time and effort into blogs for your readers, why not enjoy the whole experience yourself?
Topic Guidelines
Below are some examples and tips of which subjects you may like to consider when choosing the perfect niche for you.
1. Personal lifestyle – Personal lifestyle can be a great niche to consider. As there are many subject areas that are saturated across the internet, personal lifestyle is one that has the most potential to be unique and different. Whether you are travelling the world, would like to raise awareness due to an illness, are a fundraiser or even just and everyday busy body, its more than likely someone will be able to relate to you.
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Always Remember to Keep it safe.
2. A hobby or Interest – Blogging is a perfect way to enter a circle of a specified hobby or interest. With many people sharing the same hobby or interest as you, you will be able to connect with them through your writing. Whether it be a sport, animals, employment, photography or something scientific, there are bound to people out there who share your passion and thus getting more readers and subscribers.
3. Weird stuff – Weird stuff can be a great platform for future bloggers, it has the potential to be funny, gross, strange and interesting. With it being such an broad topic, it’s likely that the blogger will always have something to talk about. Avoid using inappropriate content such with adult content, pharmaceutics, violence and illegal activity since it could get you in trouble.
4. Debates – Debates can be a great topic to interact with readers and above all can be fun if you use it in the right way – add links, images and videos – get people involved. Remember to keep it above board, a damaged reputation could lead to problems in the future.
Starting a new blog is never an easy task but, i hope that this post will be able to assist any newbie to become a blogging super start:). Please, if you have any addition or questions based on this post, lets discuss it on the comment section.
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Ryan Biddulph says
Hi Sade,
Excellent insight! Passion is key. Feel your topic through your heart, your core and you can become wildly successful in your niche.
Thanks for sharing!
Ryan
Theodore Nwangene says
Can’t agree more Ryan,
Thanks a lot for that awesome contribution of yours:)
Susan Velez says
Hi Sade,
You have definitely covered some great tips on how to create an amazing blog. I agree with Ryan, you have to be passionate about your topic.
It’s too easy to walk away from the blog if you are not passionate about the topic. Thanks for sharing these tips, I know they will definitely help anyone who is considering getting a blog set up.
Theodore Nwangene says
Hey Susan,
Thanks a lot for sharing your own wonderful opinion with us. I also agree with Ryan, being passionate whatever topic you chose to go with is one of the things that will guarantee your success. Thanks for coming:)
Arbaz K says
Great post.
Before you start out with blogging, you must ask yourself that the topic you are going to blog about is really something that interests you or not? If the answer is yes, only then proceed because if you proceed without having any knowledge about it, you will end up with nothing despite doing hard work in making that blog work.
Theodore Nwangene says
You’ve said it all Arbaz,
Thanks a lot for that awesome contribution man 🙂
Vukasin says
Really nice stuff, I like it. I couldn’t agree more with number 3.
Keep with good work!
Theodore Nwangene says
Thanks a lot Vukasin and, thanks for the mention on your blog
Aqib Khan says
Great Tips Man!
I do Agree with your all tips specially “Debates”, It’s really interesting to know & the Rule No.1 is very easy to understand which you have written with suitable Example. Thanks for sharing that much useful Article.
Keep It Up! 😉
Theodore Nwangene says
You welcome Aqib,
I’m happy you agreed with all her points. Thanks a lot for stopping by
Sade Adebayo says
I’m glad you liked the article, everyone! I’ll be posting more interesting articles as soon as I do my research first. Thank you!
Steve Freeman says
#5 Debates…. it’s interesting. I track how many hits my titles get. The ones I feel are “edgy”, like should I publish this with this title, are the ones that bring the most traffic. It does create interest and the title is designed to get the article opened in the first place.
Taniya Madan says
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Theodore Nwangene says
Thanks Taniya,
I’m happy you like Sade’s post
Arbaz Khan says
Excellent post mate.
Passion is the key factor in everything that you do. If you are not passionate in anything including blogging, you won’t be able to make it big with your blogging journey.
Thanks for sharing the article with us 🙂
Theodore Nwangene says
You’re right Arbaz,
Its really important to be passionate about whatever you’re doing because, that’s the only way you will keep going even without seeing any return. Thanks for coming
Singh says
Nice post! The tips you’ve shared are really comprehensive and informative too. And i believe having passion is really important so that we could blog consistently. Reading more and more will make us gain more knowledge and work hard.
thanks
Theodore Nwangene says
Thanks Singh,
I’m glad to have you in my blog and, I also appreciate your awesome comment
Asaolu olubayode says
you’ve actually said it all Theo, i always love to read your blog because you are just too great. Passion is the key My brother. Laterly my elder brother was fighting me because i blog a lot, and he asked a question that is this my blogging bring money for me. he wanted me to stop, but my passion is just too much that i can’t leave blogging because i see more than they see. Passion is the answer.
Anirudh Karthik says
Hello Theodore Nwangene,
Interesting post mate, Since i’ve started my blog it had become like an hobby or interest and i think it’s the thing which made me to be consistent towards blogging. So it’s really important to have all these things followed to create amazing blog.
thanks for sharing.
Theodore Nwangene says
Thanks buddy,
And, welcome back. I’m glad you like what I shared. Thanks for visiting again 🙂
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Theodore Nwangene says
Thanks Alisha,
I’m glad you like the post
How To Make Money Online Using Your Blog In 5 Easy Steps says
You said it all. Passion is the key factor in making it blogging. If you are not passionate about blogging, you won’t be able to make it big with your blogging journey.
Thanks for sharing the article with us.
Ashish says
Hello,
Great checklist for creating an amazing blog, the best method is to use debates which attract the readers and grab them to read the post. Rest of the tips mentioned above are also quite informative.
Cheers!
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