IF I WERE JUST STARTING MY BLOG: How To Start A Successful Blog In 2019 | THECONTENTBUG

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    I started my blog back in 2016. And of course, I made a ton of mistakes! So today, I wanted to have a little fun and think about what I would do differently if I were starting my blog in 2019. If you want to learn how to start a blog, I'm sharing the blogging platforms I swear by, some of the mistakes I made and how you can avoid them, and of course, how to be successful as a beginner blogger.
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Komentáře • 231

  • @eringirl1986
    @eringirl1986 Před 4 lety +46

    Thank you! I struggled finding my audience but when you said to speak to a younger version of yourself, it just clicked. Thank you so much!

  • @MorganHobbsBreastCancerJourney

    I just found your channel and love it! I am thrilled that you talk fast and get to the point! It is a waste of time to listen to people drag on and take too long to get to all the points. So Thank you for being quick and concise as well as very informative. I will now stay up too late and watch more of your videos. haha

  • @MultipleCareers
    @MultipleCareers Před 4 lety +3

    I like your channel name! It's super clear what it's about: making content. And the 'bug' at the end of it makes it feel like you're really into it and sounds fun/light! It also makes me feel like the channel is about helping the audience instead of being person-centric.

  • @michellekelly6346
    @michellekelly6346 Před 3 lety +3

    Hi there. I have been looking at what seems like millions of pieces of advice and it is so confusing to know where to start , and I am older, ( definitely makes a difference 🤷‍♀️) but I just have to tell you, I love your approach. It’s direct and down to earth. I am at the very beginning and trying not to be overwhelmed so I’m going to watch more of you to see if I can just learn how to start for real. And it was nice that you dispelled those myths early on about price and time invested . 👌

  • @colleenreid2429
    @colleenreid2429 Před 4 lety

    I love watching your videos because it is always packed with such useful and practical information.
    Thank-you for being realistic and honest with all of us!

  • @Squ4kRoOt
    @Squ4kRoOt Před 4 lety +39

    "Never give up on yourself because honestly there are so many people in the world that are gonna tell you no, that won't believe in you... and if you don't believe in you that is going to hurt you more than anyone else not believing in you." -Cathrin 2019
    A new subscriber & blogger as well :D

    • @66piperaztech
      @66piperaztech Před 3 lety +1

      Will Smith (to his self about to make a bad decision) "Man! I love you too much for that! I can't let you make bad decisions."

  • @ARoseGrl
    @ARoseGrl Před 3 lety

    I randomly searched CZcams for help in starting my blog. Not quite sure why I didn't think of that before! lol. I am so happy to have found you, as what you say makes sense and hits home! I want to be real and not a textbook. I also haven't thought about who my audience will be. The way you explain how you figured it out for your blog helped me so much! Thank you!!!

  • @playinglifeoneasy9226
    @playinglifeoneasy9226 Před 2 lety

    Talk to one’s younger self. That’s golden.

  • @ItsBreJones
    @ItsBreJones Před 4 lety +23

    I enjoyed this video. Thank you for keeping it real in the beginning when you talked about those titles on videos/Pinterest posts that make it seem like it is a get rich quick concept. I also like that you mentioned to stay consistent with the blog and not giving up so soon.

    • @CathrinManning
      @CathrinManning  Před 4 lety +4

      I'm so glad you liked it :) Consistency is key and will truly help lead your blog to the success you're looking for! Just don't give up when things get tough!

    • @abdrahimtchoko1281
      @abdrahimtchoko1281 Před 2 lety

      Riiiiiyelakeheeeeecokolatelaveyooooobonitaaaloliii

  • @jennyc6541
    @jennyc6541 Před 4 lety

    Thank goodness for this video! I have been researching how to start a blog over the past couple of weeks and everything I found was full of affiliate links and it was difficult to determine how people really felt about the products they were promoting. I found this video to be really clear and answered my questions, of which there were many, especially considering I knew nothing before starting my research

  • @celebrationelevation
    @celebrationelevation Před 2 lety +2

    Great video - you are so sincere and likeable. Congratulations on all your success because you were clearly meant to be doing this with your life! xoxo

  • @tiernimartins2688
    @tiernimartins2688 Před 4 lety +14

    I'm starting a new blog and found this video to be very helpful; blessings.

  • @jessnare
    @jessnare Před 3 lety +1

    Love how real you are! I'm only a week in and honestly there's so much truth to this already!!

  • @mitalisrivastava1709
    @mitalisrivastava1709 Před 4 lety

    And yeah thank you so much for this video. I am sure it's going to help me a lot. I'll follow each and every step you adviced. Love you!!

  • @ginniek4854
    @ginniek4854 Před 4 lety

    Thanks so much for sharing. Your simple and realistic content is so easy to follow.

  • @alejandrahenderson7091

    A couple minutes into your video and I noticed you keep it 100% real. Thanks for the info

  • @Amber-pl6xv
    @Amber-pl6xv Před 4 lety +2

    Great video on starting a blog. I love how easy to understand you made it. Thank you so much for the tips.

  • @gaintrain99
    @gaintrain99 Před 3 lety +1

    Just started a youtube channel and blog, really appreciate your honesty and tips! Thx fam

  • @deeantoinelewis9908
    @deeantoinelewis9908 Před 4 lety

    Great advice and tips. Thanks!

  • @MalibuKarina
    @MalibuKarina Před 2 lety

    thank you for another great video! would love to see more blogging videos

  • @divyamishra450
    @divyamishra450 Před 3 lety

    Don't know abt blogging stuff ...but love the way u inspire.!!! Appealing n generous ❤

  • @MOM_101
    @MOM_101 Před 2 lety

    let me start by saying you have been helping me everyday this year- my notebook are wrote down with interesting notes i never knew what and how i can go thru my channel and pages.!! and i just started my own website on godaddy and highly recommened. were having trouble starting the blog itself but watching really got me thinking more about who I am and what i want to accomplish and how to connect with my audience. got myself even a designer myself, so im very proud of the things pushing that i wish i knew before, but like you said , things happens for a reasons

  • @heidicruickshank959
    @heidicruickshank959 Před 4 lety

    Thank you so much for your advice! I've been struggling with getting my blog started and needed to hear this!

  • @_thatskenny
    @_thatskenny Před 3 lety

    This is so good thanks for making this video . I ended up spending so much time on a wix site yesterday, but now I’m going to focus on a word press blog

  • @laulau7048
    @laulau7048 Před 3 lety

    I've been thinking about starting a blog to start a life for myself and also support my family, but I've also been doubting my abilities and knowledge to do so. Been watching a ton of blogging videos from Create&Go to Nakisha Wynn in order to find some sort of inspiration to do this. They're all great bloggers with amazing advice, but you're one of the realest I've found. Mahalo nui loa!

  • @nurocrochets
    @nurocrochets Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you for the video. I just started a blog after watching a bunch of your videos.

    • @SamYTC
      @SamYTC Před 2 lety

      How’s it going

  • @hellokitgurl4life
    @hellokitgurl4life Před 4 lety +3

    Sooo helpful and comprehensive! Thank you, gorgeous! :)

  • @bouweenvermogen
    @bouweenvermogen Před 2 lety

    Great info! Thanks! 🙏🏼

  • @dj8052
    @dj8052 Před 4 lety

    Thank you I just began creating my blog and this information was very useful!

  • @faithwoman8
    @faithwoman8 Před 5 lety +1

    Great tips as always!!!

  • @MsBellydancediva
    @MsBellydancediva Před 2 lety

    Awesome video, I just started a blog and need all the help I can get!

  • @theellenpham
    @theellenpham Před 4 lety

    Love the idea of having a mission statement!

  • @briarrosebookss5754
    @briarrosebookss5754 Před 3 lety +1

    I'm just starting my blog and I'm excited for all your tips! I went through bluehost to start my blog so yay!

  • @Didiitakoto
    @Didiitakoto Před 4 lety +1

    When I first started watching you it was because of your name. It was so cool and unique and I could always remember "which one" is you, I never mixed you up with other youtubers who just have their names, so I think your name is actually doing a great job :)

  • @beintentional7246
    @beintentional7246 Před rokem

    I’ve thought about blogging for a few years now and still haven’t started. I can’t get past what I could talk about that people would want to read. I keep watching different videos trying to find some missing piece but it’s always just that, I don’t have anything I can teach people. I also doubt myself because I have no creativity skills. Trying to be positive but feeling more and more stuck in life.

  • @jamesc4343
    @jamesc4343 Před 3 lety

    I really appreciate your tips!

  • @Freetrepreneurs
    @Freetrepreneurs Před 3 lety

    Amazing video!!🙏 you deserve more subs!

  • @jamescarter8821
    @jamescarter8821 Před 11 měsíci

    Your video was so helpful. Thank You. I am in early stages. of planning my blog. I have a true service dog, so I plan to do my blog on Service Dogs.
    There is so many people out there who think they know about service dogs, but the reality of that is not true. So there is a lot to write about in this area.

  • @myfrienddeannahay5682
    @myfrienddeannahay5682 Před 4 lety +1

    My friend @Jerrie Dean recommended I follow you. I’m trying to start a kindness blog and CZcams. I’m starting out and this video has been my favorite / most helpful yet! Thank you so much!!!

  • @heykristinarae
    @heykristinarae Před 3 lety +2

    On a binge ✨

  • @ericabarett2593
    @ericabarett2593 Před 4 lety

    wow!this was so so helpful

  • @kristinambickford
    @kristinambickford Před 5 lety +1

    Awesome video, Cath!

  • @justspeedyrobloxyt582
    @justspeedyrobloxyt582 Před 4 lety +1

    I’m thinking of starting a blog !!

  • @michelelally492
    @michelelally492 Před 4 lety

    Thank you for the Content, I have not yet started my blog, I have many life experiences and would love to help other's feel more inspired, hopeful and harmonious as they pursue their dreams. I will need to learn the steps to creating and monetizing a blog that inspires others to pursue what they want.

  • @ritabarnes97
    @ritabarnes97 Před 3 lety

    Thank you, great video.

  • @efunaya9894
    @efunaya9894 Před 4 lety

    Thanks a lot cathrin it really helped

  • @plantitaaldezza9083
    @plantitaaldezza9083 Před 3 lety

    Thank you my dear..Great! That is big help for as new blogger..need more tips & incourage to do this to became a successful blogger💖🙏🥰

  • @amandayoder4456
    @amandayoder4456 Před 4 lety

    Thanks for information ...and enthusiasmn. Starting a blog is my dream...being an artist and a writer. but I'm still only learning how to use a computer.

  • @DoLikePros
    @DoLikePros Před 3 lety

    I really like that. good job

  • @TrulySimplyKieara
    @TrulySimplyKieara Před 3 lety

    Thanks for sharing your tips. I am thinking about starting a blog and didn't know where to start. I recently started CZcams and wanted to be on another platform to reach more people.

  • @WandaResende
    @WandaResende Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you Sweetemz

  • @samyya8517
    @samyya8517 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for sharing.

  • @ashleyannelizabeth3998

    Hi!! I am thoroughly enjoying your videos. I’m curious if you have a topic on adding ads to your posts? Thanks!!

  • @syednayabhaider1025
    @syednayabhaider1025 Před 3 lety

    You know what - you are right!

  • @66piperaztech
    @66piperaztech Před 3 lety +2

    You> "Put out content regularly!" me> (selected webpage article format) goes out of town for a construction job... 🤷‍♂️

    • @ttaylor7777
      @ttaylor7777 Před 2 lety

      You can upload blogs and have them released later at specified times.

  • @toricrandall5551
    @toricrandall5551 Před 4 lety +3

    Darlin, do you have a themes turtorial? There are so many. It's overwhelming, and I'm researching but there's so much information. The theme I chose is not my vision. S.O.S Resources, anything.
    P.S. I love your videos. Thank you so much.

  • @Foba_Bett
    @Foba_Bett Před 4 lety

    Cheers, very helpful! :)

  • @desanticarden
    @desanticarden Před 3 lety

    I LOOOVE THE CONTENT BUG NAME

  • @nourisheddaily408
    @nourisheddaily408 Před 4 lety

    I love your videos!

  • @channelg8621
    @channelg8621 Před 4 lety

    Really Nice tutorial

  • @lunabella1765
    @lunabella1765 Před 3 lety +5

    When starting a blog what are at least the top 3 plugins I need? I'm reaally on a tight budget here so I can't afford a lot of plugins that I know will be helpful but if I can only pick 3 as a starter for now so which plugins are the most essential?

  • @InthelifeofDanellejam
    @InthelifeofDanellejam Před 4 lety +1

    When I first watched your video the name was what stock. I didn't subscribe right away. But then one day I needed some more CZcams support and I remember the girl with the high quality videos (those are many on CZcams) but then I remembered the unique name... Thecontentbug. Didnt quite remember 'the' but I sure did 'Content Bug'. Great name!

  • @allisonstone6748
    @allisonstone6748 Před 3 lety +3

    I recently started blog and really like videos where successful bloggers tell their stories and give advices. Thanks 💛

  • @lissyinusa6415
    @lissyinusa6415 Před 4 lety

    Don't be afraid to be redundant when repeating this video, I find it very useful. Is someone talking to you about designing web pages in Mexico City (two: P wordpress in godaddy) and learning how things are done in the US. ...I definitely agree to buy a hosting, and there to set up your website, design it outside (offline ,in your computer) the hosting so that you know how to move the page to any hosting if necessary

  • @abhayjackful
    @abhayjackful Před 4 lety

    Yes

  • @Certainlycaroline
    @Certainlycaroline Před 5 lety +6

    Encouraging as always!

  • @bethshobbyhome
    @bethshobbyhome Před 3 lety +1

    Hey Cathrin, could you please do a new video on blog making for 2021. I really want to start and I’ve watched all your older videos. I just want to make sure i do it right. Thankyou! Xx

  • @alinabelousova
    @alinabelousova Před 3 lety

    I really like your content and your chair :D May I ask where did you get it from? Is it comfy?

  • @Jenaa
    @Jenaa Před 3 lety

    What a great video! I am working on creating my own blog and maybe I will take your advice on the blog/website designer, do you have any recommendations where I can find a web designer ?

  • @viviengiel1597
    @viviengiel1597 Před 4 lety

    Hey Cathrin, thanks for the tips! You have great energy.
    I hear so much how important is to be active in blog forums but I have no idea of how join or even find them. Especially in my niche. Can you help?

  • @pyffitness
    @pyffitness Před 3 lety

    Just deleted my website and am setting up my wordpress site now. So ready to make this work for me instead of just doing it for fun like I have been, thanks to your tips :)

  • @learnwithtalwikaur747
    @learnwithtalwikaur747 Před 4 lety

    Hi, I want to start a blog, but I really want to do it right. Thanks for your video, it's helping me a bit (a bit because I just can't make my mind yet xD)

  • @samanthajan4246
    @samanthajan4246 Před 3 lety

    Hi Cathrin, thank you so much for this amazing content it really helped with answering some of my many questions....I do have one or a few more :D. I bought my website name now I'm stuck at the part where the free trail is up and I need to purchase the domain but I'm stuck at buying the yearly subscription verses the monthly one what would you suggest I do is the best for a new blogger trying to find their feet?

  • @digireviews7974
    @digireviews7974 Před 4 lety

    Your video tips is really useful thanks, would you create a full video on ranking free blogger websites

  • @kimmclean7279
    @kimmclean7279 Před 3 lety

    Thank you for the video. In regards to the web hosting through Godaddy, do you recommend regular webhosting, business web hosting or word press hosting?

  • @josephdemarco2643
    @josephdemarco2643 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for the information. I've had a blog attached to my podcast for some time and am just now starting to try to grow the blog more along with the podcast. It's definitely a fun venture. Overland Gamer is the blog. Overland Gamer The Podcast is well, the podcast. haha! It combines my favorite hobbies travel and gaming.

  • @TiffanysBunnyGang
    @TiffanysBunnyGang Před 5 lety +1

    This is so helpful, I started on CZcams. I have a free hosted blog through wix & I want to take it more seriously. Thanks!

    • @CathrinManning
      @CathrinManning  Před 5 lety +1

      Of course! Like I said in the video, I wouldn't ever recommend using Wix if you actually want to grow. So it might be time to invest in a better platform!

    • @aracelyalvarez5914
      @aracelyalvarez5914 Před 4 lety

      TheContentBug what about square space? Would you also not recommend that?

  • @learnhows45
    @learnhows45 Před 2 lety

    I like it 🥰

  • @JCBince
    @JCBince Před 3 lety

    Is that "for me" tattoo new? Well done saying what you did about continuing with what we start, I am guilty of shiny toy object syndrome. And it you show where and what a person needs to do to become a youtuber. THANX!

  • @ashleapaige6060
    @ashleapaige6060 Před 4 lety +1

    I Love your videos! Quick question. How do you fix your broken links on your blog? I'm still learning how to improve my website.

    • @CathrinManning
      @CathrinManning  Před 4 lety +1

      I have a plugin called “broken link checker” and it’s amazing!

  • @Avishaa
    @Avishaa Před 4 lety +2

    Hey, Cathrine, I love your content and I'm following you since 6 months now. But I don't know a word what is domain and all. Please tell me I really want to create a fashion Illustration blog. But I don't know it's start even.

  • @ReasonedRhetoric
    @ReasonedRhetoric Před 3 lety

    I always buy my domain-names from company (A) and my hosting from company (B) and if it turns out (B) sucks and I want to change hosting to company (C) or (D) it's a simple matter to change where your Domain-name points to.
    If you fall for the free domain-name with your hosting then decide to change hosting your domain-name is stuck with your 1st host.
    You can transfer but that is a hassle you can avoid by keeping them at separate companies.

  • @TheStaceySquad
    @TheStaceySquad Před 4 lety

    would you suggest the Wordpress domain services when you first set up your blog? And does that website actually count as a domain service? Also what does "hosting a blog" mean? I keep hearing about this term... but it's kind of confusing to me... like what's the difference between "hosting a blog page" and "a domain name". Thank you!

  • @kellyhennessy9064
    @kellyhennessy9064 Před 4 lety

    I have been thinking about starting a blog but I don't know if I'm going to be good at it because wasn't good at writing at school. Do you have any tips? But like your videos

  • @kvynbrooks2562
    @kvynbrooks2562 Před 4 lety

    What tips would you recommend for promoting the blog before it launch. Just to give the audience I do have now insight on what I am working on for them join in see when it launches

  • @35478
    @35478 Před 3 lety

    I startedx yesterday with wix. i wish i knew but there is no way i can reverse that. what would you recommend to do thanks for the information i wish i could have known before

  • @LoganTanner
    @LoganTanner Před 4 lety

    Yo CBug! I paid for a WordPress/Bluehost site to setup a blog many months ago, but picking a theme and getting it all set up has felt so daunting that I've completely stalled out. Any tips on how to quickly get launched so I can start writing and stop fretting? Just want to write!

  • @alphaveteducation6782
    @alphaveteducation6782 Před 4 lety

    I want to start a teaching blog, explain different topics. Which website do you recommend to get started?

  • @marissiarenee
    @marissiarenee Před 3 lety

    Hey Cathrin! where can we find a good website developer/designer? Any recs??

  • @koksallce6750
    @koksallce6750 Před 2 lety

    Hello there. Could you pls share with me the color code of the gray color in your office. Im in the middle of a renovation process and that color looks to be a perfect shade of gray i have on mind. Thank you...

  • @jo5722
    @jo5722 Před 2 lety

    Hello, I know is an old video but I'm thinking to start a travel blog to the places I went or I'm going in the future....my question is if it is worth it because is not something you can post every week.

  • @lilypad6967
    @lilypad6967 Před 4 lety +14

    I appreciated this video, however you never said WHY you switched from Bluehost to Godaddy?

    • @tahinaschwegler8112
      @tahinaschwegler8112 Před 3 lety +2

      I believe its because bluehost requires you to go premium once you reach a certain level of traffic. Godaddy may have been a better deal for what she needed

  • @majamarinic
    @majamarinic Před 4 lety

    I am blogging for about a year and I have no visitors, here and there some, 0 money, but this is my only way out, so I am going just continue, committed to find a way

  • @davidvanderende7335
    @davidvanderende7335 Před 3 lety

    Hi Cathrin I need help with my blog. I am a short story writer and I am not sure that blogging is the right way to go for my stories. What do you think?

  • @radiantlymadediy9243
    @radiantlymadediy9243 Před 3 lety

    I use blue host and love it BUT, I was a little sticker shocked when I bought my domain and hosting services lol

  • @JOURNALSAESTHETICSByAditiBadwe

    This was so helpful can you make videos more on blogs, privacy policies, how to write 1000-2000 words, space ,RAM, bandwidth needed...I am new to blogging world plus so overwhelmed with all videos but I want to know your views about this...Thank you so much..please help thank you xxx

  • @imaliwindsor2656
    @imaliwindsor2656 Před 3 lety +1

    I wanted to compliment you, you do remind me so much of Margot Robbie (Harley Quinn)... so pretty. Thanks for your tips!

  • @kaddijatoujallow2190
    @kaddijatoujallow2190 Před 4 lety +1

    I have a blog that i have just started.
    Its about motivation.
    I am still figuring out how to make it look great.

  • @dancepassion4life
    @dancepassion4life Před 3 lety

    😩 I just bought a year on wix. Any ideas to make it successful with wix then transfer it later?

  • @brittneyfruge2330
    @brittneyfruge2330 Před 4 lety

    Love your vidoes! But i found the bluehost piece to be very interesting. So many people recommend Blue Host and you get directed to wordpress through bluehost! That's what Im using. But will reach out to others for opinions and experiences! :)
    I'm a new blogger and would love just any and all tips for getting started, monetizing, getting traffic, first blog post tips! :)