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Launch Your Blog System

Welcome (Important Information)

Lesson 1: Welcome! (1:23)
Lesson 2: What Is Modern Blogging?

Module 1: Quick Start

Lesson 1: How to Use This Course (2:05)
Lesson 2: How (and WHERE) to Focus Your Efforts
Quick Coaching Note: Importance of Scrolling
Quick Coaching Note: Established Blogs
Quick Coaching Note: Non-WordPress Sites

Module 2: Choosing Your Niche

Module 2: Goals and Checklist
Lesson 1: Quick Coaching Note - Choosing Your Niche (1:40)
Lesson 2: Choosing Your Niche Worksheets
Lesson 3: 52 Content Ideas to Help You Get Started
Lesson 4: Choosing Your Blog Name and Domain + Worksheet

Module 3: Site Setup

Module 3: Goals and Checklist
Lesson 1: Choosing Your Host
Lesson 2: Setting Up Hosting, Domain, and Wordpress (5:31)
Lesson 3: Adding a Security License to Your Domain (3:40)
Lesson 4: Installing Plugins (2:47)
Lesson 5: Finding the Best Plugins (7:09)
Quick Coaching Note: When to Update Plugins, Themes, and Wordpress
Lesson 6: Yoast Setup (6:49)
Lesson 7: Grow Plugin Setup (6:00)
Lesson 8: Adding Google Analytics (5:16)
Lesson 9: Submitting to the Search Consoles (9:05)
Lesson 10: How to Access Hosting Support Through Siteground (1:44)
Quick Coaching Note: "My Site Looks Weird!"
Lesson 11: Setting Up A Recipe Card (if needed) (11:13)

Module 4: Creating Amazing Content

Module 4: Goals and Checklist
Quick Coaching Note: The Fun (and Tech) of Content Creation
Lesson 1: General Wordpress Overview (5:28)
Lesson 2: Classic Editor versus Gutenberg (6:32)
Lesson 3: Anatomy of a Great Post (18:55)
Quick Coaching Note: Do NOT Rely on YOAST
Lesson 4: Proper Use of Headings (H1, H2, H3...) (5:16)
Lesson 5: How to Correctly Use Categories and Tags (4:32)
Lesson 6: How to Properly Format Links (6:46)
Lesson 7: Inserting Media and Shortcodes into a Post (4:08)
Lesson 8: Adding Related Posts (any Why You Need To) (5:12)
Lesson 9: Media Alt Tags and How to Use Them (3:49)
Lesson 10: Time to WRITE! Content Planning Worksheet (1:45)
Quick Coaching Note: How Many Posts Per Week?
Lesson 11: Creating & Editing High-Quality Images (20:07)
Lesson 12: Image Creation Worksheet (3:12)
Lesson 13: Before You Publish Checklist
Quick Coaching Note: One Final Step After Publishing (2:18)
BONUS: Using AI to Create Content
BONUS: Creating Amazing Round-up Content

Genesis Framework and Midnight/Niche Child Theme

Quick Coaching Note: Installing The Included Theme (Important)
File Download and Installation Instructions (4:21)
Customizing Overview and Advanced Documentation (9:03)
Home Page Setup and Widget Overview (11:31)
Adding Plugins and Updating

BONUS: (Optional) Header Design Magic

Header Design Magic: Lesson 1
Header Design Magic: Lesson 2 (1:56)
Header Design Magic: Lesson 3 (11:33)
Header Design Magic: Lesson 4 (3:44)
Header Design Magic: Lesson 5 (5:41)

Module 5: Site Customization

Module 5: Goals and Checklist
Quick Coaching Note: Getting Your Site to Look "Right"
Lesson 1: Choosing a Theme: What to Look For!
Lesson 2: Installing and Customizing Your Theme (7:56)
Quick Coaching Note: Changing Themes on an Existing Site (3:05)
Quick Coaching Note: Creating a Custom Homepage in ANY Theme! (10:50)
Lesson 3: Creating & Editing Menus (3:45)
Lesson 4: Customizing Widgets (1:47)
Lesson 5: Setting Up Time and URL Structure (3:30)
Lesson 6: Removing Dates from URL Structure (4:06)
Quick Coaching Note: Custom 404 Page (7:06)
Quick Coaching Note: Settings to Make Your Content SHINE
Lesson 9: Backing Up for Safety!

Module 6: Newsletter Management

Module 6: Goals and Checklist
Lesson 1: Creating a Custom Domain Email Address (7:43)
Quick Coaching Note: Why Opt-ins Are Important (3:23)
Lesson 2: Creating & Offering a Freebie in a Members Only Section (12:06)
Quick Coaching Note: My Favorite Opt-in Type!
Lesson 3: Adding A Custom Email to ConvertKit (4:42)
Lesson 4: Creating a Custom Email Template in ConvertKit (8:34)
Lesson 5: Newsletter Setup: ConvertKit (10:33)
Lesson 6: Creating a Welcome Sequence (6:01)
Quick Coaching Note: Testing
Lesson 7: Different Types of Newsletters (and finding the best method for you) (6:42)
Quick Coaching Note: 2024 and Beyond Email Compliance (10:25)
Lesson 8: Save This Post Opt-in (optional) (12:29)

Module 7: Actually Launching

Quick Coaching Note: Building Trust (9:28)
Quick Coaching Note: It's Time! (1:03)
Module 7: Goals and Checklist
Lesson 1: Test, Test, Test!

Module 8: Promoting with Pinterest

Quick Coaching Note: Is Pinterest Worth It?
Module 8: Goals and Checklist
Quick Coaching Note: Pinterest Walkthrough (4:45)
Lesson 1: Understanding What Pinterest Wants
Lesson 2: Optimizing Your Pinterest Account
Lesson 3: Priming Your Boards for Big Traffic
Lesson 4: Tips for Creating Pins that Get CLICKS (37:58)
Lesson 5: Using Canva for Pin Images (19:32)
BONUS: 10 Free Pin Image Templates
Quick Coaching Note: Creating Your Own Pin Templates (3:01)
Lesson 6: Finding the Best Board for A New Pin (3:25)
Lesson 7: Pinterest Keyword Research Overview (9:46)
Lesson 8: Proper Use of Hashtags
Lesson 9: Best Pinning Tips
Quick Coaching Note: ChatGPT for Pin Descriptions (2:46)
Lesson 10: Adding Your Content to Pinterest Manually (9:44)
Quick Coaching Note: Pinning via Automation (10:24)
Lesson 11: Testing Methods for Your Account
Lesson 12: Understanding Pinterest Analytics Versus Google Analytics (11:10)

BONUS: Additional Traffic Methods to Jumpstart Pageviews

Lesson 1: Two Suggested Schedule Options
Quick Coaching Note: A Word of Caution (1:06)
Lesson 2: Web Stories (12:05)
Lesson 3: Link Parties
Lesson 4: Reddit
Lesson 5: Facebook Page
Lesson 6: Sharing with Friends and Family

Module 9: Monetizing

Module 9: Goals and Checklist
Quick Coaching Notes: Monetizing Your Blog: Video Overview (1:44)
Lesson 1: Understanding Sponsored Content
Lesson 2: Pricing Your Offer (5:11)
Quick Coaching Note: Before You Reach Out
Quick Coaching Note: Are Ads "Worth It"?
Lesson 3: Ad Network Overview
Lesson 4: Understanding the Parts of Ad Revenue
Lesson 5: Optimizing Your Site for Higher Ad Revenue
Lesson 6: Making Money with Affiliate Sales
Lesson 7: How to Grab Affiliate Links with Amazon (4:31)
Lesson 8: Best Practices for Affiliate Links
Lesson 9: Making Money With Your Own Products
BONUS: Income and Expenses Tracking Spreadsheet
BONUS: Launch Your Blog Affiliate

Module 10: Scaling with SEO

Module 10: Goals and Checklist
IMPORTANT 2024 UPDATE (9:41)
Lesson 1: What is SEO?
Lesson 2: SEO Fundementals
Quick Coaching Note: HCU Aftermath Mentality (4:40)
Lesson 3: Off Page SEO
Lesson 4: Site Speed Optimization Checklist
Lesson 5: Core Web Vitals (8:16)
Lesson 6: SEO Keyword/Audience Research Video (11:02)
Lesson 7: SEO Before You Publish Checklist
Lesson 8: SEO for Updating Old Posts (3:22)
Quick Coaching Note: Should You Update the Date? (3:04)
Lesson 9: Should You Update, Delete, and Redirect Old Content (6:47)
Quick Coaching Note: How to Update Old Content Without Touching the Live Post (2:34)
Quick Coaching Note: Backlinking New or Updated Content (2:18)
Quick Coaching Note: Enabling GA4 Classic Mode (5:40)
Lesson 10: Tracking SEO in Google Analytics (5:45)
Lesson 11: SEO Updates Post Tracking Sheet
Lesson 12: Creating a 301 Redirect (3:44)
Quick Coaching Note: Working with Others In Your Niche

BONUS: Automation

What is An Evergreen Newsletter?
Content Review and Planning
My Recommended Newsletter Layout (10:24)
Leveraging Your Past Newsletters (5:42)
Quick Coaching Note: Adding a Welcome Sequence INSIDE Your TEN (2:43)
ConvertKit Lesson 1: Creating a TEN (16:14)
ConvertKit Lesson 2: Year 2 and Beyond
ConvertKit Lesson 3: Advanced Techniques (9:24)
ActiveCampaign Lesson 1: Creating a TEN (8:59)
ActiveCampaign Lesson 2: Year 2 and Beyond (1:14)
ActiveCampaign Lesson 3: Advanced Techniques (19:35)
AWeber Lesson 1: Creating a TEN (8:02)
AWeber Lesson 2: Year 2 and Beyond
AWeber Lesson 3: Advanced Techniques (4:52)
Flodesk Lesson 1: Creating a TEN (8:51)
MailerLite Lesson 1: Creating a TEN (5:31)
MailerLite Lesson 2: Year 2 and Beyond
MailChimp Lesson 1: Creating a TEN (9:03)
MailChimp Lesson 2: Year 2 and Beyond

BONUS: Product Creation

Quick Coaching Note: Should You Create A Product?
Lesson 1: Defining the Journey
Lesson 2: Understanding What Your Audience Needs
Quick Coaching Note: Don't Let PEFRECT be the Enemy of Good
Lesson 3: Choosing a Sales Platform or Plugin
Quick Coaching Note: A Free Course Platform? (12:37)
Lesson 4: Planning Your Products
Lesson 5: Creating a Cover Image (8:48)
Lesson 6: Creating a Worksheet (11:21)
Lesson 7: Creating Video Content (9:05)
Lesson 8: Creating Your Finished Product (4:50)
Lesson 9: Setting Up WooCommerce (7:26)
Lesson 10: Using WooCommerce for Your Shop Page (10:03)
Lesson 11: Anatomy of a Sales Page
Lesson 12: Creating a Funnel
Lesson 13: Pricing Your Product
Lesson 14: How to Get Product Reviews
Lesson 15: Promoting Your Products (5:40)
BONUS: Best Tool for Increased Sales (5:32)
BONUS: Setting Up ThriveCart Products (13:57)
BONUS: Creating a Simple Tripwire After Freebie (2:38)
BONUS: Creating a 4 Email Launch Series that WORKS!

BONUS: Time Management

Quick Coaching Note: Keep Your Eye On the Prize! (2:08)
Lesson 1: The 5-Hour Work Week (3:24)
Lesson 2: Bringing on Additional Tasks
Lesson 3: Time Management Magic (6:02)

BONUS: Scaling Your Blog

Quick Coaching Note: Moving From a Job into a Business (0:50)
Lesson 1: Should You ALWAYS Be Trying to Scale? (2:27)
Lesson 2: How to Bring On Team Members
Lesson 3: Structuring Your Team

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