I was terrified when I decided to start a blog where I can share my passions and explore my creativity. Initially, I saw it as an insurmountable and daunting journey, I began to freak out because I do not know where to start from. With the knowledge that there are several people who have halted their blogging dreams because they got confused, I decided to share tips that helped and still guiding me.

• YouTube/Google: when I decided to start blogging in October 2018, the first thing I did was google ‘ How to start a blog’ and I got tons of feedback on how I can start. Trust me, I tried reading and applying the tips given but I got overwhelmed. So, I began to devout 10-20mins to watch detailed YouTube videos that explain the step by step process with a demonstration on blogging. Tip: always pause the videos and attempt to do it on your laptop/site, then go back to the video for clarifications when you hit a brick wall.

• Ask for help: do not be afraid to ask for guidance and direction when you are stuck. Not necessarily for them to design it for you but to explain concepts when you are confused. For example, when I couldn’t edit some information on my sidebar, I asked my IT specialist husband and he showed me. Now I know it and I can manoeuvre all I want (I know…..I am awesome……💪🏽)

• Patience: I know you can’t wait to have your own blog; to start posting, reading comments and feeling accomplished, however, patience is a virtue. It is not how far but how well. Don’t be afraid to try different themes or start over and over again until you get it. The secret behind repeated learning cycle is that it increases understanding, different approaches become handy and your discernment capability widens as you proceed and solve challenges. It takes time and perseverance, so don’t give up.

Looking forward to reading your experience.