This is just a quick cliff notes version for serious web entrepreneurs only. These recommendations are not best ideal for those dabbling with managing a site, but they are the components that I would do if I had to do it all over again.
1. Find a domain name
- Go to psychicwhois.com and search until you find a domain name that is available.
- If possible aim for one that has at least of the keywords you would like to be found in the search engines for.
2. Get a domain name and web hosting package from Hostgator
- Head over to Hostgator and select either the “Hatchling” or “Baby” plan.
- Then make sure to register the domain that you found in the first step.
- Next enter “ChristianPF” as a promo code and it will knock 25% off for you.
- Now follow the remaining steps to complete your purchase.
3. Install WordPress
- You can try to do this on your own, but I would either jump on the phone or use the chat box with Hostgator.
- When you get them on the line just tell them that you want to install WordPress on your blog.
- They should hold your hand and walk you through the process (if they don’t please email me). When complete ask them for the WordPress login information.
4. Login to WordPress
Now that you are logged in to WordPress you can begin making changes to your site and or publish your first post.
