Getting started with Squidoo

If you are not sure where to start, read this lens on How to get started with Squidoo and you will be on the way to creating your first lens.

Squidoo was founded by the Original Squid, Seth Godin who is an acclaimed public speaker, author and blogger. Seth introduced the concept of "Permission Marketing" which is the privilege (not the right) of delivering anticipated, personal and relevant messages to people who actually want to get them.

As in anything, taking that initial step is the hardest. You are always looking for that perfect topic or trying to figure out what you can write about your pet topic.

The easiest way to start is to write on something familiar.You always have the option of not publishing it or even if you do publish it, you can always go back and edit it again. In fact regular editing of a lens is encouraged to keep it fresh.

It is only in the doing, that you will think of new ideas to improve on your lens.

Create your own lens now

Why I like Squidoo

Being new on Squidoo I discovered it was really user friendly especially for someone who was clueless about HTML codes and other stuff like that. Even with my limited knowledge I was able to create my first Squidoo page.

My very first lens was on my pet topic which was Remedies For A Runny Nose as I was constantly having a runny nose myself. It took me some time to complete it but not bad for a first attempt!

Another reason why I like Squidoo is the way I can add in money making modules like Amazon, Cafe Press, eBay, etc. I do not even need to be an affiliate member to add this module and introduce products related to my lens. If anyone does buy anything I can earn a commission from Amazon.

My Squidoo Journey

The first time I heard about Squidoo I thought it was something to do with photography as they kept using the word "lens". Since I was no good at taking photos I did not accept the invitation. Later I found out that lens had nothing to do with photography and with caution I decided to join Squidoo.

Boy, am I glad I did.

So, what is Squidoo?

Squidoo is a free platform where you can write about anything that you care about. Each page is called a lens and you are called the lenmaster. You can even earn a royalty for charity or yourself!

Join Squidoo! It's free.