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Niche Case Study

By Penny

How to Build a Blog Website in Just 4 Pages (and Start Today)

Part 3 of the Niche Case Study Blueprint

A lean site works best at the start. Fewer pages means fewer decisions for readers and faster publishing for you. Here is the four page structure I would use now to launch a small space brand, grow sign ups, and keep things simple.

Why Big Sites Struggle At The Start

Large menus and many pages feel professional, but they create friction.

  • Too many choices slow people down.
  • No clear next step means fewer sign ups.
  • Good content gets buried under layers of navigation.
  • Readers leave before they ever see an email form.

The fix is to make the next step obvious on every page.

The Four Page Structure I Would Use

Keep one job per page. Make the call to action consistent.

Quick Overview

PagePurposeMust HavesOne Thing To Avoid
HomeMake a clear promiseHeadline, three short benefits, one call to actionSliders and busy graphics
AboutBuild trust fastWhy you understand small spaces, your approach, light proofLong life stories
BlogDeliver value and rankClear categories, internal links, freebie postscriptHiding the email form
Freebie LandingConvert visitorsOne benefit headline, short description, simple formExtra links and distractions

Page 1: Home — The Clear Promise

Open with who you help and what they get.

  • Headline: Quick Organisation Solutions For Small Spaces That Actually Work
  • Subhead: Practical fixes you can try today. No perfect Pinterest setups required.
  • Three Benefits: Small space friendly, quick to set up, tested in real life
  • One Call To Action: Get The Small Space Storage Guide

Add one image that shows a real, lived in space. Keep the page short.

Page 2: About — The Trust Builder

Explain why your advice fits this reader.

  • The constraints you know well
  • What makes your approach different
  • Simple proof: a before, an after, and a one week check back
  • Repeat the same call to action from the home page

Keep it friendly, specific, and brief.

Page 3: Blog — The Value Demonstrator

Use three post types at the start.

Post TypeWhat It DoesExample TitlesCall To Action
Specific ProblemSolves one pain fastHow To Organise A Shared Bedroom Without Annoying Your FlatmateLink to the guide that fits
Room GuideBundles fixes by spaceTiny Bathroom Storage That Actually FitsLink to a room checklist
Seasonal Round UpCatches timely searchesChristmas Decoration Storage For Small HomesLink to a label pack teaser

Every post should open with the problem in plain language, give five to eight fixes, include photos if possible, link to two related posts, and end with the freebie.

Page 4: Freebie Landing — The Conversion Engine

Make it simple and focused.

  • Headline: Small Space Storage Guide
  • Inside: Room by room checklist, printable shopping list, simple measuring guide, five mistakes to avoid
  • Form: One field for email

Nothing else on the page.

Why I Would Pick Two Platforms (Not Five)

Choose platforms your reader already uses. Focus makes publishing realistic.

PlatformWhy It Works For This NicheWhat To PostWhat To Avoid
PinterestPeople search for storage ideas, content lasts, steady blog trafficRoom boards, before and afters, quick tip graphicsPosting once then stopping
InstagramGood for real spaces and quick tipsCarousels, simple reels, short storiesDaily posting and staged perfection

Aim for three to four useful posts per week on Instagram and one to two fresh pins per blog post on Pinterest.

A Simple Email Setup I Would Start With

Email builds trust and drives sales over time. Keep it short and useful.

EmailGoalKey Line
1Deliver the guide and one quick winTry this ten minute tidy tonight
2Your story and the constraint you solveSmall spaces and busy weeks
3Most read post with contextWhy this fix works in rentals
4Reader spotlight or questionWhat would you try next
5Gentle product mentionPlanner page you can print today

Then send a weekly note called Small Space Sunday with one tip, one real photo, one link.

The Blog Strategy I Would Follow

Start with a tight plan so publishing is easy.

  1. Write ten titles across the three post types.
  2. Draft outlines with product slots ready.
  3. Add a related posts section to each draft.
  4. Create two to three pins per post with different titles.
  5. Link each post to the freebie.

What To Track In Month One

Replace vague goals with simple numbers.

  • Visits per week to the blog
  • Email sign ups per week
  • Pin saves and outbound clicks
  • Comments or replies mentioning small spaces, rentals, or time limits

These indicators show whether the promise is clear and useful.

Your Two Week Launch Plan

Get the site live and working without burnout.

DayTaskOutput
1Write the home pageHeadline, three benefits, one call to action
2Draft the about pageShort story, difference, proof pattern
3Plan ten blog postsTitles and outlines
4Write Post 1Include related links and freebie postscript
5Build the freebie landing pageOne headline, short description, form
6Create the freebie PDFChecklist, shopping list, measuring guide
7Set the welcome sequenceFive short emails
8Set up Pinterest boardsBoard names by room and problem
9Design three pin templatesHow, why, and what title styles
10Publish Post 1Two pins live
11Write Post 2Two pins live
12Schedule Small Space SundayFirst weekly email ready
13Publish Post 3Two pins live
14Review metrics and adjust titlesKeep what works, cut what does not

Useful AI Prompts

  • Write a home page hero in 120 words for a small space organisation site. Include a clear promise, three benefits, and one call to action.
  • Turn these three message pillars into a short about page: small space friendly, quick to set up, real life proofed.
  • Outline a five email welcome sequence for the Small Space Storage Guide in UK English. Keep each email under 300 words.
  • Give me 20 Pinterest titles starting with how, why, or what for rental friendly storage.
  • Draft three freebie landing page variations. Keep one benefit headline and a ten word button.

👇 Pause And Think

Which two platforms can you keep up with next month, and what tiny routine will you follow each week to stay consistent?

See Also On Good Time To Start

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