It seems like in this digital age, everyone is starting a blog. You have probably thought of starting your own, but may think the internet is already to over saturated at this point. Well I am here to tell you, that if you want to start a blog then you should dive in feet first and just do it! Are there a ton of blogs out there? Yes, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t room for one more!
*This post may contain affiliate links. This means if you make a purchase, I will get a kickback at no extra cost to you, and I really do appreciate it 🙂 *
Why You Should Start a Blog Today
As I said, there are a lot of blogs out there, but none of them are yours! If you have been toying with the idea of starting a blog, but think it is too late, you should start one anyways. You see, even though there are thousands of blogs on the internet, each of them is unique and beautiful in its own right. Everyone has a different voice and a different perspective.
When I first started The Coffee Mom, there were so many Mommy Blogs out there and I was so nervous, but it has been the best decision that I have ever made. I have been able to turn my little mom’s blog into real income over the course of a year. That’s right, I make money from my blog, and so do a ton of other bloggers out there.
Whether or not you want to start a hobby blog, or want to make income from it, NOW is the time to start. There is really no reason not to do it.
Blogging is Relatively Inexpensive
You can start a blog for pretty cheap these days. There is a large number of free sites out there where you can start if you would like, but if you want to be really serious about it I would recommend going self-hosted.
While you do need to pay to be self-hosted, it is completely reasonable. You can get a domain name on GoDaddy for about $10 a year. SiteGround has hosting starting at $3.95 a month. That’s it! You can find themes for free to customize your site and you are good to go!
Blogging Isn’t Super Competitive
We are all aware that there are tons of blogs in just about every niche you can imagine. One would think this would mean that there is a high level of competition between bloggers for campaigns and sponsored content. Fortunately, that isn’t really true. Most of the bloggers I have “met” have been extremely helpful and not in the least bit competitive. I can’t count the times another blogger has informed me of a paid opportunity and shared helpful information with me. You see, most bloggers are very helpful. Look at it more as a family dynamic than a competitive work atmosphere.
When it comes to sponsored content, many brands are investing more and more into influencer marketing. This means there are more and more campaigns available to participate in. These brands tend to pick a large number of bloggers, ranging from newbies to those with huge followings, to participate in their campaigns. If you don’t get a particular one, don’t fret because there are 3 more just like it out there for you to apply for!
Blogging Is Fun
No matter if you want to start a blog for love or money or both, it really is a fun experience. You get a creative outlet that allows you to write, take photos, and connect with others. I have always loved writing, so blogging seemed to come very naturally to me, but you don’t have to be an English major in order to have a successful blog. Write with your voice, write what you know, and I promise you will truly enjoy the whole experience.
Start a Blog Because You Want To
So the most basic reason that you should start a blog, is because you want to! I mean, there is no reason not to do it and it is something you really want to do then don’t let anything or anyone stop you. You should be able to do anything that you set your mind to, and if that is blogging then you blog your heart out!
When I started The Coffee Mom, I hear that “there are already too many mom blogs” “you’ll never make money that way” and “mom blogs are overrated”. But guess what, I did it because I wanted to and I have been pretty successful at it in my opinion. It is a wonderful experience and something that I see myself continuing to grow in for the foreseeable future.
So, Are You Ready To Start A Blog?
So are you ready to start your own blogging journey? If you are, then I have some really great free resources that you may find interesting. You can read all about setting up your blog and get some good information from this resource page here.
No matter what your niche is, starting a book blog or a mom blog, you should go for it! I also love to hear from you, so leave me a comment or send me an email with any questions that you have! I do my best to answer as soon as I am able.
Jessi is the creative mind behind The Coffee Mom, a popular blog that combines parenting advice, travel tips, and a love for all things Disney. As a trusted Disney influencer and passionate storyteller, Jessi’s authentic insights and relatable content resonate with readers worldwide.
I’m working on a series now all about blogging. The best part about blogging is that literally anyone can do it. It’s just a lot of hard work and long hours. That’s the part that most people don’t realize. They think we sit down, write something, and make money, in reality it doesn’t happen over night.
I do have a lot of blogging friends and we all try to help each other for the most part. I do like it and it is a challenge everyday so your advice is good.
A lot of my friends keep asking me if they should start a blog and I always tell them yes! I love having my blog!
I started my blog because I really wanted to share my story with the world, I never thought it would end up being my job or anything among those lines. It is so fulfilling and it really makes my world go round.
For me, starting a blog was to try and reach as many people as possible. To form a connection. Thank you for sharing this!
These are so true! I had the same thoughts before starting mine, but you just have to go for it, that’s all it takes sometimes. Loved the post!
“Because you want to.”
Yes – finally that’s the most important reason – otherwise it starts to feel like a grind. But if you have a story to tell, or information you want to share, or an idea… you’ll be excited when you sit down to write!
And I love how collaborative bloggers are!
I have had a blog for over 10 years but I haven’t really gotten a big following. I have really slacked off since facebook.
I had my blog for a long time and I use to have a lot of followers but when I stopped a little bit I loss some of the following. This is such a great post .
Starting a blog does take some work and dedication but if you have the passion, you should go for it. As long as you go into with realistic expectations, you won’t be disappointed. Turning to other bloggers and advice is always helpful too.
I started blogging a few years back and it was the best decision ever. It started as a hobby and I still have fun doing it today.
I started my blog 2 years ago and have really enjoyed it! It’s a great hobby and I love the blogging community!!
When I started blogging I had no desire to make money with it. I wanted to connect to friends and family far away. Since then it has grown! I agree it is such a supportive community.
Such great advice!! Definitely agree on blogging not being competitive. That’s one point that really surprised me. Surprisingly, the internet is wide enough for similar content and there are plenty of opportunities for sponsored content, like you mentioned. 🙂
Having a blog can be a great outlet as well as an amazing way to connect with others. Starting a blog can be intimidating, so much so that many don’t try. These are some great tips!
Excellent tips! Wanting to get started has to be the top reason. Otherwise, you’ll burn out and not enjoy the experience.
I always felt the best reason to start a blog was because you want to share with others. If you aren’t enjoying it, why ever do it?
Blogging IS also fun! And ultimately, I so agree that you should do it because you want to. Who cares what anyone else thinks! If you’re gonna spend so many hours a week doing something, you might as well love it!
http://www.therookiewife.com
I do agree that there is always room for more blogs and every blog has a different story to tell. I have found an immensely helpful blogger mom community and some of them are my best friends today. half of the things I know about blogging today have been learned through this community.
Blogging is such a good outlet if you have something to share that other people need. I love that it has gone beyond just a daily diary of people’s thoughts, to now an outlet to help solve problems and share info.
This is create advice I just started a blog for animales!
Good luck with your blog! Feel free,to check out my other blogging posts if you need some help 🙂
[…] before we get into how to easily set up your blog, let’s talk about why you even need one. For one, a blog is an amazing way to create unique […]
[…] money from home.” Since I have spoken out frequently on ways moms can work from home, such as starting a blog or finding other work-from-home opportunities. It only makes sense that this is something people […]