You’re Not Late, You’re Just Beginning
Clear, step-by-step support for midlife beginners starting their online journey.
Hello, I’m Jackie
I run Get Online Step by Step, a calm, practical blog for beginners who want to build something online—without tech stress or digital overwhelm.
Before this, I spent years teaching, and that’s shaped everything I do here. I break things down clearly, speak in plain English, and always keep the pressure low.
If you’ve ever felt like the digital world left you behind—this space is for you.
“This is the first time I’ve read something about websites that actually makes sense. I feel like maybe… I can do this.”
Fresh From The Blog
What Should I Blog About?
One of the most common questions I hear from new bloggers is: “What should I blog about?”It’s a fair question — and one that deserves a thoughtful answer, not a flurry of pressure or strange vocabulary. If you’re someone who didn’t grow up with digital tools, blogging...
My Wealthy Affiliate Review
If you’ve been researching how to build a genuine online business—perhaps by blogging, learning affiliate marketing, or simply exploring your own little corner of the web—then you’ve probably come across Wealthy Affiliate. It’s been around for years, and in fact, I’ve...
5 Blogging Tips For Beginners
When you’re just starting out, the internet is bursting with blogging tips for beginners—checklists, must-dos, expert hacks, and golden rules. I followed a lot of them. Some helped, some didn’t, and a few… well, I’d gently ignore them if I were starting again. Not...