If you have ever considered starting a blog, you can check out my How to Create a Profitable Blog post for a BASIC guide to get you started.
Over the years, I have invested in so many blogging tools and resources! One thing I will always invest in annually is the BC Stack. However, the tools and resources below are essential for every serious blogger to explore.
First, you need to invest in a solid domain name. I think that your domain should be hosted separately from your hosting company.
For a successful blog, choose a reliable hosting provider. Until your blog gains significant popularity, I strongly recommend Lyrical Hosting. As a reader of this blog, you can use the coupon code SLM and get a 10% discount.
I strongly recommend choosing a distinctive theme for your blog. Personally, I frequently change my theme because I get bored with the same appearance too quickly. With my experience exploring various theme stores and options, I can say there’s a wide range to choose from.
Here are some of my favorite resources for blogging themes:
I’m a fan of Elegant Themes products. Their DIVI theme has become quite popular. Their themes are designed in a drag-and-drop style.
Restore316 Designs is another fantastic resource for WordPress themes.
The She Approach Has MANY AWESOME COURSES! I love her training style. She also offers a beginner course for new bloggers.
- Payhip – Payhip is the free platform I use for my website! Ability to list digital products (printables), bundles, courses, memberships, and more. No listing fees or monthly fees (only 5% when you make a sale).
- MailerLite – MailerLite has a free Newsletter Plan that I love! For me, it’s pretty user-friendly. Their support system is quite nice, too! They continue to introduce new features.
- Copyright Notice Template – Source Blogging for New Bloggers for FREE.
- Legally Blogs – Source Blogging for New Bloggers for FREE.
- Pinterest Strategies 2025 – Learn how to make Pinterest help you gain tons of traffic to your blog.
Sadie Smiley is a fellow no-fluff online entrepreneur I genuinely respect and admire. She has created numerous powerful resources that have helped countless people succeed. Her latest creation is especially timely and perfectly aligned with the changes we’re all navigating right now.
As I find more must-have resources for serious bloggers, I’ll add them to this page!
Note: If you would like to hire me to do a 1:1 with you to help you with any of these tools or to set up your blog, shoot me an email at sharinglifesmoments @ Gmail. com. We can talk about it more.
