Starting an online business is a wonderful thing, and once it is up and running you will wonder why you ever thought that it could be so difficult. You see, it is not really that difficult. It is just that it is different than anything you have ever done before, so it feels scary. But it is just like anything else that you learn to do, once you have done it awhile, it feels like second nature.

Just like learning to ride a bike or drive your first car. It was scary at first, but now you can do it without thinking (well, I hope you think a little when you drive, especially if you drive in Denver!).

So what do you need to do to get started?

First off, just decide on a topic, and then run for it. If you decide in a few months that you don’t like the topic, sell the web site and start a new one. That’s it.

Then get a web site. That is really easy - ignore the sales pitches and just choose one. Don’t buy the cheapest one you can find – there is always a reason – but don’t spend a lot either – just get something that fits in your budget.

Then write a few articles and upload them to your web site. I know that sounds really scary, but there are plenty of articles in this directory to teach you how to do it, or just use the help section in your new web host.

Then post those articles to article directories just like this and be sure and put your new web site domain name in the bio so people can find your web site.

Do you want to learn more about how I do it? I have just completed my brand new guide to article marketing success, ‘Your Article Writing and Promotion Guide‘