When someone sets up a self-hosted WordPress site, I see the same mistakes over and over and over. In an attempt to help beginners (and veterans too!) – I’m going to make a list of the most common WordPress mistakes that newbies make. If you are a true beginner, I have a blogger’s glossary of terms that […]
Archives for May 2013
Using the Weaver II Pro Slider Menu | A How To Guide
Anyone who works with me knows that I’m partial to certain themes. Why? Well because they allow for customizations without code– in other words, I can train YOU to be master of your design. That’s empowering right? One of those themes is Weaver II Pro. For $30.00– you have the ability to create a website […]
13 Things I Learned about Blog Design From Working with a Perfectionist
In the last several months, I’ve come into contact with a wide range of bloggers– everything from a bustling photo business blog to someone with an idea but no website in sight. All my clients are memorable for one reason or another, but there is one in particular– she knows who she is– and she […]
What to Do When the Twitter Jetpack Widget Stops Working
If you use Jetpack, you may have missed the notice that the Twitter widget is going buh-bye. Twitter has changed its terms and protocol for widgets, so we bloggers have to use the new widget. The process is a bit different than simply typing in a Twitter handle. Here are the steps. Keep in mind, […]
SEO Tips for Beginning Bloggers
Search Engine Optimization. It sounds so menacing and difficult, but there are some beginner tips that can make a huge difference on your blog. Don’t be intimidated by the concept of SEO or spend a lot of time trying to figure out the Google Keywords tool. Even though there is an entire market of tech […]
Using Canva to Create a Header for Your Blog
Your blog header is the first thing someone sees when arriving on your site. It’s a defining image or logo that tells your reader what to expect from you. A header usually includes text, symbol or image/s, and a tag line. Headers can take up the top 1/3 of a blog or website, or they […]
1st Year Bloggers Kristi From Finding Ninee
This series doesn’t need an introduction– it’s been going on weekly for five months! Today, I have Kristi Campbell from Finding Ninee. She’s hilarious. And real. And loves to draw random cartoons. Check her out right after you read her experiences as a 1st year blogger. *** I’m thrilled to contribute my drivel with this contribution to […]
Picking out the Best Commenting System for Your Blog
Why do we blog? If it was solely about writing, a journal (or a bathroom wall) would suffice. But we want to interact with people, spark a reaction, invite conversation. Getting your readers’ opinions are part of the fun. And that’s when it is time to look at what commenting system you use. The following article will […]
1st Year Bloggers | When Crazy Meets Exhaustion
If you haven’t been following Stephanie from When Crazy Meets Exhaustion, I have no idea what you’re waiting for. She is fantastic! And yes, she is a first year blogger. I was thrilled when she agreed to guest post and so here it is. Enjoy! First Year O’ Blogging Before I share my blogging revelations with […]