When I first decided to start a blog I read several books and did a lot of research on the internet. I discovered most of that information presupposed that I knew a lot more about getting started than I did. Often times people who have been doing things for a long time forget what it was like to get started, and while I have found some sites that give a lot of helpful information, I would often end up stuck because of their assumption that something was obvious. Sometimes I would just want to scream at my computer. Maybe you can relate.

I spent two years writing manuals and help screens for a computer programming company. I always tried to write from the perspective of someone who had very little or no previous understanding. I also did the training for companies who purchased the software. This experience has been very helpful in trying to communicate information in a meaningful way. You will find that most of the posts on “How to Start a Blog From Scratch” will contain very specific instruction as well as a multitude of screen shots to help you through the process.

My Newbie Blog is a learning tool. It is a Blog in progress that I hope can help beginning bloggers to figure out some of the complexities of starting a blog from scratch. By documenting the day by day progress of getting this blog started, you can get a good idea of how to create a blog for yourself. If you need a little extra help, you can hire us for a very reasonable price to help you get your blog up and running or to learn about SEO. If you would like a little extra help go to the Products page.

To get the most benefit from My Newbie Blog you should begin by reading the following articles.

1. How to Create a Blog You Can be Proud Of

2. 50 Things to Do to Start your Blog From Scratch - Part 1

3. 50 Things to Do to Start your Blog From Scratch - Part 2

4. 50 Things to Do to Start your Blog From Scratch - Part 3

After you have read these articles continue your blogging journey on how to create a blog by reading the rest of the articles. I hope you enjoy My Newbie Blog! (If you find the blog helpful consider sending me a cup of Virtual Coffee).