How to Become a DIY Influencer
You have some major do-it-yourself skills, and it’s time to share them with the world. While you’ve probably already influenced your family, friends, and neighbors through your DIY skills, now you’d like to create your own website or blog to inspire others, provide instruction, and maybe even earn a little money. Read on for some tips and tricks to help you get started.
Your Platform
Your first step is to select a platform. You might start out with a simple blog and write or record posts a couple of times a week, but if you’re looking for more, you can create a complete website with pages dedicated to various projects, instructional videos, helpful lists, recommendations, and whatever else you think visitors will enjoy. You can start a free blog through platforms such as WordPress or Google Blogger, but if you decide on a website, you may want to pay to have it hosted on a platform that gives you more options and a domain name.
Your Content
Next, plan your content. You might begin by focusing on some projects you’re working on in Miami. You could create a few YouTube videos, for instance, that document a home improvement project. Show what you’re doing and how you’re doing it each step of the way. You can link these videos to your blog or website and include step-by-step instructions and materials lists there.
You’ll also want to pay attention to the design of your blog, website, or YouTube page. Choose colors that are easy on the eyes, and avoid making your text white on black. Even though this may look nice to you, it’s difficult for many people to read. For extra appeal, you could create a customized banner for your YouTube channel, website, or blog using YouTube banner templates. Just choose a template that fits your brand, and customize it with your own text, logo, colors, and images.
Your Monetization
If you intend to monetize your blog or website, do some research about how to make that happen. You could use Google Adsense to make a bit of money, but you’ll have to have plenty of visitors for that to pay off. You could also prepare some courses or e-books and sell those as premium content through your site. You might even offer your services as a consultant. Just make sure your visitors have a secure way to purchase what you sell and remember that your site isn’t going to earn a fortune overnight.
Your Marketing
Finally, you’ll need to consider how to draw visitors to your blog or website. You might ask other bloggers to link to your site and give you a review. You could also promote your blog or website on social media. Develop an email list of friends, family, and acquaintances; tell them what you’re doing, and ask them to spread the word. You might be amazed at how many views you’ll get.
Your Influence
You have important DIY information to share with the world, so go to it by starting up your own blog or website. You never know how far your ideas will travel. Visit the SIMPLY OAK™ website for some ideas for your own projects.
