Post #20 – Blogging Tools and Resources
Here we can see a list of tools for everything you need to create content for your site. Writing, graphics, and structure all made easy for my readers.
Month: June 2025
Post #19 – WordPress Posting Checklist
WordPress posting checklist is self explanatory but don’t miss it. Even seasoned bloggers can use refreshers from time to time. For new people this will build a good posting foundation.
Post #18 – Tracking Blogging Costs
This post shows roughly what I have spent, not including my time, to get the blog up and running and ready to start being noticed and hopefully making a few bucks so far.
Post #17 – Affiliate Marketing and Blogging
Beginners page on affiliate marketing. Why and how of getting started at no cost using free tools and suggestions from CJ and ChatGPT
Post #16 – Setting Up a Newsletter
This covers setting up the first newsletter to gain a list of followers that can be advertised to later. All you need to know, along with tools, and suggestions for success.
Post #15 – Promoting Your Blog on Social Media Without Paying
Describes how to use social media to get your blog noticed without paying a dime. Pick one or two first and stay consistent.
Post #14 – Using Calls to Action Effectively
First of two posts detailing how to use a call to action to keep readers involved, when to use them, and where to place them.
Post #13 – Personal Branding and Website Design Tips
personal branding and web design tips. Free tools to use for low cost up front and suggestions for readability.
Post #12 – Big Picture Tips for New Bloggers (Email list, speed, backups, etc.)
Big picture tips on setting up email and an email list, offering freebies, and the free tools to get things done with low cost to the blogger.
Why I Recommend Open Source Tools for Your Blog
My recommendation to use free and open sourced software and skip fees for software while having a whole community of help in a few clicks. Beginners cost can be kept low with FOSS.