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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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[@eringirl1986]

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]

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]

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]

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!

[@jennyc6541]

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

[@tiernimartins2688]

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

[@ARoseGrl]

I randomly searched KZbin 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!!!

[@celebrationelevation]

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

[@mitalisrivastava1709]

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!!

[@Squ4kRoOt]

"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]

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."

[@ginniek4854]

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

[@jessnare]

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

[@abdrahimtchoko1281]

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[@MalibuKarina]

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

[@MOM_101]

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

[@laulau7048]

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!

[@deeantoinelewis9908]

Great advice and tips. Thanks!

[@gaintrain99]

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

[@_thatskenny]

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

[@hellokitgurl4life]

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

[@Didiitakoto]

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 :)

[@bouweenvermogen]

Great info! Thanks! 🙏🏼

[@michelelally492]

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.

[@ItsBreJones]

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]

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]

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[@heidicruickshank959]

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

[@abdrahimtchoko1281]

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[@divyamishra450]

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

[@Amber-pl6xv]

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

[@CathrinManning]

You're welcome!

[@myfrienddeannahay5682]

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

[@dj8052]

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

[@playinglifeoneasy9226]

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

[@MsBellydancediva]

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

[@briarrosebookss5754]

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

[@abdrahimtchoko1281]

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[@theellenpham]

Love the idea of having a mission statement!

[@jamesc4343]

I really appreciate your tips!

[@jamescarter8821]

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.

[@plantitaaldezza9083]

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💖🙏🥰

[@Freetrepreneurs]

Amazing video!!🙏 you deserve more subs!

[@InthelifeofDanellejam]

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 KZbin support and I remember the girl with the high quality videos (those are many on KZbin) but then I remembered the unique name... Thecontentbug. Didnt quite remember 'the' but I sure did 'Content Bug'. Great name!

[@ericabarett2593]

wow!this was so so helpful

[@faithwoman8]

Great tips as always!!!

[@CathrinManning]

Thank you :)

[@heykristinarae]

On a binge ✨

[@nurocrochets]

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

[@samztutorials]

How’s it going

[@TrulySimplyKieara]

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

[@ritabarnes97]

Thank you, great video.

[@efunaya9894]

Thanks a lot cathrin it really helped

[@DoLikePros]

I really like that. good job

[@amandayoder4456]

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.

[@Foba_Bett]

Cheers, very helpful! :)

[@samyya8517]

Thanks for sharing.

[@lissyinusa6415]

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

[@kristinambickford]

Awesome video, Cath!

[@CathrinManning]

Thank you!!

[@pyffitness]

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 :)

[@toricrandall5551]

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.

[@allisonstone6748]

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

[@nourisheddaily408]

I love your videos!

[@ashleyannelizabeth3998]

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

[@justspeedyrobloxyt582]

I’m thinking of starting a blog !!

[@beeintentional7246]

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.

[@learnwithtalwikaur747]

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)

[@desanticarden]

I LOOOVE THE CONTENT BUG NAME

[@WandaResende]

Thank you Sweetemz

[@lunabella1765]

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?

[@syednayabhaider1025]

You know what - you are right!

[@66piperaztech]

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

[@ttaylor7777]

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

[@bethshobbyhome]

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

[@Certainlycaroline]

Encouraging as always!

[@josephdemarco2643]

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.

[@channelg8621]

Really Nice tutorial

[@digireviews7974]

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

[@viviengiel1597]

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?

[@ReasonedRhetoric]

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.

[@Jenaa]

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 ?

[@abhayjackful]

Yes

[@alinabelousova]

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

[@samanthajan4246]

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?

[@TiffanysBunnyGang]

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

[@CathrinManning]

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]

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

[@JCBince]

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!

[@kimmclean7279]

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?

[@learnhows45]

I like it 🥰

[@kvynbrooks2562]

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

[@Avishaa]

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.

[@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

[@TheStaceySquad]

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]

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

[@brittneyfruge2330]

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! :)

[@radiantlymadediy9243]

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

[@LoganTanner]

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!

[@imaliwindsor2656]

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

[@natehero529]

true, hahahahaha....

[@ashleapaige6060]

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]

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

[@alphaveteducation6782]

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

[@catherinelovesyou61]

thank god i googled the name i was thinking for my website, because it was going to be catherine's corner and well that taken lol

[@josiecoronaalfaro5177]

Im starting a travel & lifestyle blog, because there's not enough of them out there. 😁 lol! [Insert sarcasm] Thanks your info is very helpful.

[@majamarinic]

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

[@kurniadinata9136]

same

[@35478]

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

[@niceboytv3615]

Hi hello my friend thanks for sharing your new edia I'm Small youtuber from Philippines

[@kaddijatoujallow2190]

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

[@tonishiammesi1392]

How has it been going?

[@marissiarenee]

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

[@dancepassion4life]

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

[@jo5722]

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.