subject: The Absolute Simplest And Easiest Way To Get Started Online! [print this page] There are many ways you can get started, you can set up your own website, create a viral e-book...and those are all pretty easy, but still not the absolute easiest!
I would say that the easiest way to get started is Blogging. Running a blog that you can install via fantastico is a new webmasters dream. One click installation, and then all you have to do is add content. Wordpress is a great choice for a new Blogger, but even if you cant afford to get hosting or domain names yet, you can still get started Blogging.
Do a search for free Blogs, but chances are you will end up wanting to use Blogger.com they are free and the Blogs are quite nice.
The best part about using Blogs is that they actually ping services to tell them that you have added new content. Many of those places then syndicate your content and that brings you back links and plenty of public awareness.
Blogging isnt for everyone. I know I struggle with it, because I dont really like talking about what I am doing I would just rather DO IT. But a Blog is a great way to both accomplish something and DO something all at once. Give it a shot remember you can start a Blog up for free. You will want to add revenue streams into your blog by customizing. What to base your web sites on?
Many experts on the subject of Niche Sites will tell you that you have to pick high paying keywords only. There are so many searches on so many topics every day that you really can get traffic and interest in just about any sub category you want.
What I am saying is - dont make your sites about fishing make them about Walleye fishing instead. A great free way to pick your topics a little easier is: http://www.nichebot.com/ Just enter in a major keyword and it will spit out some other suggestions and help you find your competition.
Your first site should be about something you enjoy. Writing for the Keywords isnt any fun, so pick a topic you know something about and just do it.
There are many places to pick a topic for your site. My favorite I think is the Lycos Top 50.
Its not the most popular search engine, but the Top 50 list is a great way to find what people are searching for. They also keep archives. Here is the URL: http://50.lycos.com/
If youre just starting out your not going to be able to compete with the top 50 that are listed, but with a little imagination, you can come up with sub topics based on what Lycos tells you. If you keep looking long enough, you might even find some patterns and be able to figure out some of the future top searches
Use a keyword service. There are literally hundreds of software programs that help you pick keywords. I like SeoLite by Brad Callen however, it has a very hefty price tag. There are other services offering keywords on particular niches for as low as $15 per month. I suggest shopping around until you find one you are happy with.
If you are really looking to see what is popular go find some of the most visited blogs on the net. What are they writing about and getting people to leave comments? If people are taking the time to comment on someone elses blog its a good thing.
Just write about what you are interested in. Passion will win out every day of the week. If you turn out real content that serves a purpose the engines will eat you up and other sites will link to you. That might mean you have to leave the internet marketing field, but the rewards are tremendous.
Go to Amazon.com and browse top sellers. This is a great way to find out what everyone is buying. In case you havent figured it out yet go to where the public interest is.
Use nichebot - http://www.nichebot.com/. It lets you enter in keywords and it will return the top results. Use it to find niches that have less competition.
