Blogging 101: 5 MUST Have Blog Elements Before Hitting “Publish”

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So you’re ready to start a blog … Awesome! However, before you hit “publish” on your first post, make sure you have the tools in place to allow visitors to subscribe, share, and engage with you and your blog. Whether you’re just starting a blog, toying with the idea, or you’ve been blogging for some time, it’s essential to have these elements in place.

5 MUST Have Blog Elements Before Hitting “Publish”

I explain why these five points are vital to the success of your blog in this week’s video … Check it out and if you like what you’re seeing please like the video, subscribe, and share. The five must-have’s for your blog include:

1. An opt-in to Receive Blog Updates
2. A comment section
3. A “Contact Me” page
4. Social Sharing buttons within each post
5. Links to your social media channels on your blog’s main page

Would you add anything to this “must have” list? 

Thanks for stopping by and Happy Wednesday!

~ Kate