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Starting a Successful Blog when you have NO CLUE! - 7 Steps to WordPress Bliss...
STEP-BY-STEP: A Proven, Easy-to-Follow System for Starting a Blog from Scratch
You have thought about starting a blog, but always put it off, because tech stuff really scares you?
You often wondered how top bloggers actually make money? - and what training they had to become successful?
Or you might be a freelancer / business owner trying to use the internet to spread the word about your products and services?
This book will teach you how to start a cool blog the smart way - no prior experience is necessary - and you might even have fun along the way….
Building a Foundation for Success
While some guides promise to get you started with a blog in under an hour - or even 5 minutes - the reality is quite different. Like with anything new there is a small learning curve and the occasional frustration.
Sure, you can rush through it and quickly set something up - without any design or features. But that’s probably not a good success strategy. This book is not about starting a “quickie” blog, but about building a solid foundation for long term success.
This includes advice from some of the most successful bloggers in the world, like the guys behind ProBlogger, CopyBlogger, Moz and BoostBlogTraffic who have generated a combined income of more than 50 Million Dollars through their blogs.
A well-thought-out Strategy will get you there a lot faster
Starting a successful blog is not just about learning the technical aspects. That is only the beginning - and even there your choices can make or break you, right from the start.
We will cover the different aspects you need to consider for each of the 7 Steps described in this book, including choosing a marketable domain name, a good hosting company, mailing list services - and monetizing strategies.
You will find that - with a few pointers - starting a successful blog is - by far - not as complicated as you might think. Though it will take more than just an hour…;-)
Thanks to an amazing software called WordPress, it has become very easy to start and manage a blog without paying expensive designers or learning complex “code”.
If you are comfy with MS Word, this will be a breeze…
More importantly, it will soon become fun to design your own site and update it yourself. You might even help others to start their blog….
This book follows a proven 7-Step formula with numerous screenshots to illustrate each step.
It will give you the tools to get started with your new blog in easy-to-understand language and provide you with a massive resource chapter for further training.
Here is what you will learn:
Step #1: Web Software - What is WordPress and why do most successful bloggers use it?
Step #2: Hosting - Finding a good home base for your blog
Step #3: Creating your Brand - Choosing and registering your domain name
Step #4: WordPress Set up: - A f
You have thought about starting a blog, but always put it off, because tech stuff really scares you?
You often wondered how top bloggers actually make money? - and what training they had to become successful?
Or you might be a freelancer / business owner trying to use the internet to spread the word about your products and services?
This book will teach you how to start a cool blog the smart way - no prior experience is necessary - and you might even have fun along the way….
Building a Foundation for Success
While some guides promise to get you started with a blog in under an hour - or even 5 minutes - the reality is quite different. Like with anything new there is a small learning curve and the occasional frustration.
Sure, you can rush through it and quickly set something up - without any design or features. But that’s probably not a good success strategy. This book is not about starting a “quickie” blog, but about building a solid foundation for long term success.
This includes advice from some of the most successful bloggers in the world, like the guys behind ProBlogger, CopyBlogger, Moz and BoostBlogTraffic who have generated a combined income of more than 50 Million Dollars through their blogs.
A well-thought-out Strategy will get you there a lot faster
Starting a successful blog is not just about learning the technical aspects. That is only the beginning - and even there your choices can make or break you, right from the start.
We will cover the different aspects you need to consider for each of the 7 Steps described in this book, including choosing a marketable domain name, a good hosting company, mailing list services - and monetizing strategies.
You will find that - with a few pointers - starting a successful blog is - by far - not as complicated as you might think. Though it will take more than just an hour…;-)
Thanks to an amazing software called WordPress, it has become very easy to start and manage a blog without paying expensive designers or learning complex “code”.
If you are comfy with MS Word, this will be a breeze…
More importantly, it will soon become fun to design your own site and update it yourself. You might even help others to start their blog….
This book follows a proven 7-Step formula with numerous screenshots to illustrate each step.
It will give you the tools to get started with your new blog in easy-to-understand language and provide you with a massive resource chapter for further training.
Here is what you will learn:
Step #1: Web Software - What is WordPress and why do most successful bloggers use it?
Step #2: Hosting - Finding a good home base for your blog
Step #3: Creating your Brand - Choosing and registering your domain name
Step #4: WordPress Set up: - A f
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Published November 2, 2015
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March 9, 2017
Attention potential bloggers
Helpful
And informative
I recommend it to anyone desiring to start a blog, or possibly tossing the idea around. Check it out.
Helpful
And informative
I recommend it to anyone desiring to start a blog, or possibly tossing the idea around. Check it out.
December 28, 2017
This book (more like a long article) allowed me to start this website, so it’s only fair that I include it.
Before I read it, I thought self-hosting on WordPress was out of reach for me. I tried to get an SSL certificate for another website I own, and was completely adrift. Every “help” page was written in a language that I almost understood, but not quite. I didn’t know what I didn’t know, and couldn’t seem to bridge the gap. How could I therefore install WordPress on my own? Gabrielle made the process very easy to follow, and I was able to transfer this site from WordPress.com to a self-hosted WordPress.org site without much trouble.
Ironically, the one issue I did run into was getting an SSL certificate. My hosting provider offered one for free, which I didn’t know. Before you buy any hosting package, I recommend checking to see if your host offers some kind of SSL certificate before you sign up. It’ll save you a headache.
If you already know how to set up a self-hosted WordPress site, then there’s no reason to buy this book. If you want to use one of the many free articles and videos on this topic to get started, then I wouldn’t get this, since it gives you information you can find for free on the web. This book is only a dollar, though, so if you’re looking for one book to get you started, instead of toggling through a million articles online, I would recommend reading this book.
This book only shows you how to set up your website, plus some tips for choosing a theme. If you’re looking for a more comprehensive guide, look elsewhere.
Note: This review originally appeared at aomonk.com.
Before I read it, I thought self-hosting on WordPress was out of reach for me. I tried to get an SSL certificate for another website I own, and was completely adrift. Every “help” page was written in a language that I almost understood, but not quite. I didn’t know what I didn’t know, and couldn’t seem to bridge the gap. How could I therefore install WordPress on my own? Gabrielle made the process very easy to follow, and I was able to transfer this site from WordPress.com to a self-hosted WordPress.org site without much trouble.
Ironically, the one issue I did run into was getting an SSL certificate. My hosting provider offered one for free, which I didn’t know. Before you buy any hosting package, I recommend checking to see if your host offers some kind of SSL certificate before you sign up. It’ll save you a headache.
If you already know how to set up a self-hosted WordPress site, then there’s no reason to buy this book. If you want to use one of the many free articles and videos on this topic to get started, then I wouldn’t get this, since it gives you information you can find for free on the web. This book is only a dollar, though, so if you’re looking for one book to get you started, instead of toggling through a million articles online, I would recommend reading this book.
This book only shows you how to set up your website, plus some tips for choosing a theme. If you’re looking for a more comprehensive guide, look elsewhere.
Note: This review originally appeared at aomonk.com.
September 12, 2017
So you’ve decided to start your own blog. You want to join in the craze popularity of this informational, conversational World Wide Web means of communicating thoughts and ideas. Why not? You have a great idea for a blog theme: cooking, recipes, book reviews, movie reviews, political views, environmental issues, the list of possibilities is endless, really. It’s all out there, but there’s always room for more. You have your ideas, you know how to write, now all you need is the know-how to get this blog up and running. The only thing holding you back is your knowledge of computers, the internet and basically anything involving technology. Do you really have to be a computer geek to understand the process? The answer is ‘No’.
There are sites on the internet to help any non-techie get started, but Gundi Gabrielle’s little guide, “Starting a Successful Blog when you have NO CLUE! 7 Steps to WordPress Bliss.... (Beginner Internet Marketing Series Book 1)” is a concise process that leads even the most resistant non-techie through the in’s and out’s of setting up a blog. And all in seven, well organized and easily presented steps. The guide leads the would-be blogger from the first very basic steps of host sites, through the techniques of registering and setting up the blog and, most important, publishing the first post. That’s the easy part, apparently. Now comes the real work, setting up plugins, establishing a mailing list, marketing and basically making the blog really work for the blogger. With screen views with arrows to point to important icons and instructions on what to click, this is a very useful tool for the would-be blogger.
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There are sites on the internet to help any non-techie get started, but Gundi Gabrielle’s little guide, “Starting a Successful Blog when you have NO CLUE! 7 Steps to WordPress Bliss.... (Beginner Internet Marketing Series Book 1)” is a concise process that leads even the most resistant non-techie through the in’s and out’s of setting up a blog. And all in seven, well organized and easily presented steps. The guide leads the would-be blogger from the first very basic steps of host sites, through the techniques of registering and setting up the blog and, most important, publishing the first post. That’s the easy part, apparently. Now comes the real work, setting up plugins, establishing a mailing list, marketing and basically making the blog really work for the blogger. With screen views with arrows to point to important icons and instructions on what to click, this is a very useful tool for the would-be blogger.
Reviewed for Readers' Favorite
June 15, 2025
Very Useful Step by Step Guide
I wasn’t expecting much just a bunch of fluff but I was pleasantly surprised! I like that the instructions were followed by actual screenshots of the dashboard area so I know I’m clicking on the right tab. I also like that there are suggestions on which Web Hosting works best for beginners and the cost as well. The only thing is I would have like to know what the regular price will be after the discount price period has expired. The information wasn’t too overwhelming and I learned a lot. And don’t worry there isn’t any fluff just straightforward instructions and if you want to get more details she has links to more details on specific topics that help make blogging a success.
I wasn’t expecting much just a bunch of fluff but I was pleasantly surprised! I like that the instructions were followed by actual screenshots of the dashboard area so I know I’m clicking on the right tab. I also like that there are suggestions on which Web Hosting works best for beginners and the cost as well. The only thing is I would have like to know what the regular price will be after the discount price period has expired. The information wasn’t too overwhelming and I learned a lot. And don’t worry there isn’t any fluff just straightforward instructions and if you want to get more details she has links to more details on specific topics that help make blogging a success.
September 29, 2017
I downloaded Starting a Successful Blog when you have no CLUE! as a free book from Amazon. This book definitely steers the reader to specific vendors, which is alright if they live up to the hype, but the book does offer some really good advice and breaks down terminology for the new blogger, and newbie web developer. I've tried some of her suggestions and I'm using the guide to create my own website, blog... we'll soon see if it translates to real life.
January 5, 2019
Great read!
Gundi has a very down to earth, easy to follow writing style that clearly explains the goals of her book and then she provides a blueprint for the reader to follow in order to be successful in the bloggersphere. If all of this sounds great she also provides an online video course with step by step visual instructions. A must read for anyone looking for the freedom to be their own boss and enjoy life without geographical dependence.
Gundi has a very down to earth, easy to follow writing style that clearly explains the goals of her book and then she provides a blueprint for the reader to follow in order to be successful in the bloggersphere. If all of this sounds great she also provides an online video course with step by step visual instructions. A must read for anyone looking for the freedom to be their own boss and enjoy life without geographical dependence.
January 24, 2019
This is a good starting point for blogging if you know nothing about blogging. However, I was really put off by all the self promotion and advertisements throughout the book. I also didn't appreciate the author referred to information that was in one of the links included, almost assuming we had clicked the link and read it. If information is important to include, you should include it in the book and not via a link.
December 28, 2021
If you really do have no clue, then it's a great start.
But, if you've got the basics set up, (i.e. a name, a platform, a topic, a goal) then please don't bother.
She makes it very obvious (along with her other books), that she's literally done this for the money - she doesn't really care if it actually helps you or brings value to anyone. It's a waste of a book, and really could be done with one blog post.
But, if you've got the basics set up, (i.e. a name, a platform, a topic, a goal) then please don't bother.
She makes it very obvious (along with her other books), that she's literally done this for the money - she doesn't really care if it actually helps you or brings value to anyone. It's a waste of a book, and really could be done with one blog post.
November 29, 2017
Quick guide for beginners.
How to set up or start a blog? How to make it popular and profitable?its a basic guide about lending pages, email marketing, domain registration, etc. This book focuses on every aspect of blogging. It contains pictorial presentations.
But many links are not working.
How to set up or start a blog? How to make it popular and profitable?its a basic guide about lending pages, email marketing, domain registration, etc. This book focuses on every aspect of blogging. It contains pictorial presentations.
But many links are not working.
November 2, 2021
I hated this « wanna be book » I really don’t like that all the book can be a nice 10 minutes long video in YouTube and that there’s absolutely no content in this book anything.
Don’t waste your money and we have only affiliate links which I really hate because not specified and absolutely not cool to just write a long article for putting your affiliate links.
Don’t waste your money and we have only affiliate links which I really hate because not specified and absolutely not cool to just write a long article for putting your affiliate links.
December 13, 2017
I didn't finish the book because the author seemed to have some sort of relationship with a vendor. There was a frequently mentioned discount offered for a certain product, and it read more like an 'infomercial' than a reference book.
March 3, 2018
Bare minimum information on starting a blog.
This book only offers the bare minimum on starting a blog. There are other books who go into debt on marketing, niche, topics, monetizing your blog. This book is not it
This book only offers the bare minimum on starting a blog. There are other books who go into debt on marketing, niche, topics, monetizing your blog. This book is not it
April 1, 2018
Very informative, with several links to other articles. What I like the m oil at about the book is that I didn't feel overwhelmed. I like to start slowly. Then you have the web to go more into depth a bout specific subjects.
March 4, 2021
Good start!
This little ebook can help you to set up the blog. Everything seems clear and that’s most important when you take your first steps in any field - that someone can show you how it can be done in a simple way!
This little ebook can help you to set up the blog. Everything seems clear and that’s most important when you take your first steps in any field - that someone can show you how it can be done in a simple way!
July 11, 2021
15 min I will never get back
If this was a crash course for 10 yr olds, the instructions do suit them. But the 70% of test of the book is full of pampering self-affirmations, self-admiration and promise of greatness as nothing to the subject of the book.
If this was a crash course for 10 yr olds, the instructions do suit them. But the 70% of test of the book is full of pampering self-affirmations, self-admiration and promise of greatness as nothing to the subject of the book.
January 15, 2024
Unless you love to follow bookmarked linkd
Stay away from this one. It has not substance but bunch of (affiliated) links to other resources. This book fits bait and switch method. Hugely disappointing to see this book even being offered as prime reading.
Stay away from this one. It has not substance but bunch of (affiliated) links to other resources. This book fits bait and switch method. Hugely disappointing to see this book even being offered as prime reading.
August 5, 2017
Wonderful
A great book with additional information that will put you on the right track as you begin your efforts in becoming a blogger.
A great book with additional information that will put you on the right track as you begin your efforts in becoming a blogger.
January 24, 2018
Great help!
Very helpful advice. I'm still rather intimidated but now it's only because starting a blog is really putting myself out there.
Very helpful advice. I'm still rather intimidated but now it's only because starting a blog is really putting myself out there.
February 5, 2018
Great beginners book!
The Sassy Zen Girl is a great easy to follow guide for starting a blog and breaking down what is important. Will definitely be reading more of her books!
The Sassy Zen Girl is a great easy to follow guide for starting a blog and breaking down what is important. Will definitely be reading more of her books!
June 18, 2018
Great info
This was a quick read packed with useful information. I am
looking for to the rest of the series. Thanks for taking the time to create something wonderful.
This was a quick read packed with useful information. I am
looking for to the rest of the series. Thanks for taking the time to create something wonderful.
June 19, 2018
Very Informative..
I would recommend this book to anyone wanting to gain more knowledge about being a successful blogger,entrepreneur or a soloprenur.
I would recommend this book to anyone wanting to gain more knowledge about being a successful blogger,entrepreneur or a soloprenur.
June 29, 2018
For the novice blogger, this would be a worthwhile investment. However if you have ever set up a blog, you won’t need this book.
A good choice for someone who has no idea about blogging.
A good choice for someone who has no idea about blogging.
October 9, 2018
Essential for blog startups
An essential guide to starting a blog with no experience using WordPress. G Gabrielle makes it easy and fun to do!
An essential guide to starting a blog with no experience using WordPress. G Gabrielle makes it easy and fun to do!
January 11, 2019
A very easy to follow read with actionable items for anyone brand spanking new to the blogging world. Looking forward to reading her next book!
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April 24, 2020Very informative, especially for beginners! Easy to follow. Great get starter!
May 5, 2021
Book about how to setup WordPress blog, which plugins are recommend to use, which hosting services, where to get domain for your blog... And all the basics of how to start your blog using WordPress
December 19, 2021
This a an ok book, but had led content than I expected, she mostly points you in the direction on where to find information than actually giving you the information.
February 8, 2022
thank you
Good read great tips now let’s see if it works it’s broken down step by step. Wish me well y’all
Good read great tips now let’s see if it works it’s broken down step by step. Wish me well y’all
March 13, 2023
Bit of a skim read as I have my blog set up already.
April 24, 2024
Engaging book, packed with interesting content. It was quite easy to get through. I utilized it while designing the website https://6ae.ru
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