Let me guide you through the steps of starting your own blog. Emphasis on the own because I’m talking about the kind that isn’t free, isn’t hosted, but is your own.

First you will need to think of a domain name. Something original. It’s really harder than you think! How over populated is the internet when you have to add hyphens and numbers to domains? Sheesh. I have ten domains myself and I know people who have hundreds that they are waiting to sell!

Once you have your domain you’ll need a reliable web host. If you are just planning on blogging and not doing anything that requires a ton of server resources, file space or bandwidth you should be fine. If you are planning on launching the next MySpace then you may need to look into a web host who offers dedicated servers.

Then you’ll need to install some sort of blogging software. If you picked a decent host they should have an auto-installer in your control panel which will make things easy for you. If not? Well once you choose your blogging software you will need to follow some basic instructions on how to upload and install it to your host.

Once that is done you just have to find something to write about!