Blogging is an uber-popular activity these days. One reason for that is the fact that it allows people to do what they like (write) from anywhere they like and get paid for it. So, if you’re thinking about starting your own blog, we can’t blame you.
Yet, when you’re thinking about starting a blog, no matter the topic, know that you’re entering a very competitive sphere. Think of whatever topic you’re interested in and Google it. We’re sure that you’ll find at least a few hundred results to choose from. That’s a major sign that blogs are popular, and many internet users rely on them for information. And, while this means that you’re entering a thriving industry, it also means that you’ll have some serious competition to overcome.
Now, standing out from the crowd can be challenging. The legal topic is pretty popular these days as more people become aware of the need to know a thing or two about legal practices. Think about it: every person around the world needs some legal advice in their lives, whether that is for a lawsuit or for something as simple as business advice to comply with the law.
That being said, let’s explore these six tips on starting a successful legal blog!
Image source: https://unsplash.com/photos/ylveRpZ8L1sChoose a blog name
First things first, no matter the topic of your blog, you need to think of a great name for it.
Think about it: the name of your blog will be an essential marketing tool you’ll use later. People will search for your advice by searching your blog’s name on search engines. Plus, they will use it to recommend it to their friends and family. So, you need to pick an exciting and engaging name.
Here are a few tips on choosing a blog name:
- Make sure it is easy to spell
- Make sure it reflects your blog’s topic
- Make sure that it’s catchy and easy to remember
- Avoid special characters and numbers
- Make sure it’s unique
- Make it descriptive.
Can’t decide on a great name for your blog? Reach out to your friends and family for help. Just take your time to pick a blog name that will work to your advantage later as you start to gain your own audience.
- Get your blog website up
Once you find the perfect blog name, it is time to move forward to setting up your blog. This step of the process will require you to gather all your techy friends for some support if you’re not a tech-savvy person yourself.
You don’t need much to start a blog website, especially in the beginning when the goal is to get your website up and running. You’ll need a domain, a host, a theme, a few blogging plugins to make your website more appropriate for your readers, and that’s pretty much it.
If you don’t want to take care of the techy part of starting a blog, although you should have a few skills yourself for later editing, you can choose a blog builder service to get some help.
- Customize your blog to match your audience
The next thing you want to do when your blog website is up and running is to customize it to match your audience’s expectations and preferences. Everything from the design to the content should be in line with what your target audience would like to find on your website.
Since you’re writing a legal blog, you should choose a more professional look for your blog. A clean, minimalist, and professional design will give you more authority in your industry.
You can also add certain features that will make your reader’s experience on your website better. For example, a search bar and clear buttons improve your website’s navigability. Or, social media share buttons also improve your visitors’ experiences while also helping your blog gain some exposure.
- Do plenty of research
Now that your blog is all set up, it’s time to get to the fun part: start blogging. But, before you sit in front of your computer and start writing, there’s one more essential step you should consider: research.
The legal field is vast, and there’s plenty of interesting information you can write about. However, the secret to a successful blog is to gather as much information as possible and transform it into an engaging and relevant piece of content.
You can research and write about various popular legal fields, including commercial litigation, real estate law, personal injury law, family law, and many others. So, there’s plenty of information you can research and write about.
As the experts from PersonalInjuryClaimsUK explain, “There are many popular legal practise areas, from personal injury claims to family law, that Internet users these days learn about online. The Internet provides a great deal of legal information, making it easier for the average person to get help with their legal needs and better understand the law field.”
- Write and publish your first blog
Once you’ve gathered a list of exciting topics to write about and the most interesting facts about them, it is time to allow your creativity to run free.
Besides great research, your blogs will need a few more ingredients to be successful and popular among people interested in the legal field, including:
- Catchy and engaging headlines
- Relevant information
- A friendly tone
- Formatting
- Clear and concise phrases
- Call-to-action phrases
- A personal touch (you can share your own experiences, stories, ideas, and advice)
- Tell the world about your blog
Last but not least, you need to start building your audience, and for that, you need marketing.
Think about it: you may have the best legal blogs out there, but you also need to tell the world about them if you want to get visitors to your website. There are plenty of ways to promote your blog, including:
- Optimize your content for SEO purposes
- Make social media posts and share your blogs
- Start an email marketing campaign
- Encourage word-of-mouth among your readers.
As you start building your audience, the last step is to enjoy the perks of being a blogger and keep doing a great job to keep your readers engaged and loyal.