How to Start a Blog and Grow It from Scratch

ByPritam Bisht

Introduction:

If you’ve ever thought, “I want to start a blog,” you’re already halfway there.
Blogging is one of the best ways to express yourself, build a personal brand, and even earn income.
Here’s how to start your blog from zero—and grow it with purpose.

1. Choose Your Niche

Before anything else, decide what you’ll write about.

Popular Blog Niches:

  • Personal growth or positivity (like HowToPositive!)
  • Travel
  • Food or recipes
  • Health and fitness
  • Tech tutorials
  • Relationships
  • Finance or side hustles

Positivity Tip:
Choose a niche that you’re passionate about and that can help others.

2. Select a Blogging Platform

Best Options for Bloggers:

  • WordPress.org (best for flexibility and long-term growth)
  • Wix/Squarespace (easier to start, great design)
  • Blogger or Medium (limited control, but fast to begin)

Pair it with a custom domain to appear more professional.

3. Design Your Blog and Create Core Pages

Design your site using a theme or template.
Make sure it’s easy to read, navigate, and mobile-friendly.

Must-Have Pages:

  • Home
  • About
  • Blog (main posts)
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy

Bonus Pages:

  • Resources or recommendations
  • Newsletter signup

4. Write Valuable and Consistent Content

Your blog’s success = quality + consistency.

Start with 5–10 posts:

  • Solve real problems
  • Use personal experiences
  • Include internal links (like [How to Stay Mentally Healthy])

Post Format Example:

  • Catchy headline
  • Hook or story intro
  • Step-by-step tips or lessons
  • Conclusion + CTA (call to action)

5. Grow with SEO and Sharing

Don’t write and wait—share and optimize!

Tips:

  • Use keywords naturally in titles and headings
  • Share on Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook
  • Write guest posts for other blogs
  • Comment meaningfully on related blogs

Tools:

  • Ubersuggest, Google Trends, and Yoast SEO (for WordPress)

6. Monetize Your Blog Over Time

Blogging can be a business.
Once you’ve built up posts and traffic, try:

Monetization Ideas:

  • Affiliate marketing
  • Sponsored content
  • Selling eBooks or courses
  • Display ads
  • Services (coaching, design, writing, etc.)

Conclusion:

Your blog is your voice in the world.
Stay authentic. Keep learning. Give value.
It’s not about perfection—it’s about showing up with purpose.