Introduction
In this era of information overload, social media and content platforms are ubiquitous, and people seem to have become accustomed to acquiring and sharing information on these platforms. However, as someone passionate about writing and sharing global entrepreneurship ideas, I find myself constrained by various limitations on traditional platforms. This has prompted me to create my own blog website.
Why Create a Personal Blog Website
Limitations of Traditional Social Media
On social media, content is subject to platform rules and algorithms. This means that even if you post high-quality content, it may not reach the intended audience due to algorithmic reasons.
Limitations of Content Publishing on Platforms
Many platforms do not support the publication of articles with Chinese-English comparisons, which is a significant problem for someone like me who hopes content can overcome language barriers. Moreover, each platform has its own format requirements, increasing the workload of publishing the same content.
Advantages of a Personal Blog Website
Having a personal blog website means having complete control over your content. You can present your content in your own way without worrying about platform rules. Additionally, a personal website is an ideal platform to showcase your personal brand and expertise.
My Website-Building Journey
Choosing WordPress
After researching the website building and hosting tools on the market, I chose WordPress. WordPress provides domain services, hosting, and a rich theme service, making it very suitable for beginners and non-technical users.
Using the Polylang Plugin for Multilingual Support
To meet the needs of Chinese-English comparisons, I used the Polylang plugin. This plugin allows for multilingual switching and article management without affecting Google search engine optimization.
Application of Other Tools and Plugins
Besides WordPress and Polylang, I also used some other plugins and tools to optimize my website, such as plugins for SEO optimization and caching tools to improve website performance.
Although I also considered using Vercel or more advanced AGI tools for website building and deployment, it’s clear that writing front-end code doesn’t mean I can implement my favorite UI style. A ready-made theme template and hosting tool saved me the trouble of configuring things like server purchases, traffic monitoring, and DDoS protection. Although I tried the AGI front-end generation tool, I found that it couldn’t fully meet my needs. My website logo and text were optimized and generated using AI tools. After importing my articles from Medium to my website, a brand new blog website was born.
Benefits of a Personal Blog Website
Complete Content Control
Having a personal website means you can freely express your views, present your content in your own way, and not worry about being restricted or censored by platforms.
Showcasing Personal Brand and Expertise
A well-designed blog can help you establish authority, showcase your personal brand and expertise, and attract like-minded people.
Attracting Like-Minded People
By sharing valuable content, you can attract readers interested in your field and build a loyal readership.
Future Plans
- To improve the visibility of my website, I plan to optimize the content for Google SEO to ensure my articles get better rankings in search results.
- I plan to use AI tools to improve the efficiency of content creation, such as using natural language processing technology to generate article summaries or drafts.
- To enhance the censorship resistance of my content, I plan to connect my website to a decentralized network to ensure my content can be accessed under any circumstances.
In this era of information overload, creating a personal blog website is still a worthwhile investment. It not only helps you break free from the limitations of traditional platforms but also provides a platform to showcase your personal brand and expertise. I look forward to continuing to optimize my blog content and sharing my ideas and experiences with more like-minded people.