Why Was My Post a Dud?
We’ve all had articles, blog posts, or videos that don’t perform as well as expected. Then, there will be that one seemingly random post that goes viral out of nowhere. Unfortunately, for every viral video or post, there are a dozen or more “duds.” I’m not talking about getting less than normal views on a […]
What Gets Me on A Roll With Writing?
I tend to write in bursts. So, I’m terrible at being creative on a schedule. Is it even possible to be creative on a schedule? That’s never been a real thing to me. I just create what I can whenever I do. There’s nothing really inherently wrong with that. That’s why I don’t want to […]
The Key to Great SEO is Answering Your Audience’s Questions
Tired of worrying about keyword search volume and competition when doing SEO? Instead, focus on searcher intent, what questions the people you want to find you are asking. Trying to write for a moving target like an ever-evolving search algorithm can be counterproductive. Sure, there are people out there who promise “instant results.” But, true […]
How to Use SEO-Friendly Content to Build Your Brand
Creating SEO-friendly content is one of the key online marketing best practices in 2021. But, your content should not only be optimized for search. Writing content that both puts visitors first and invites positive interactions is a key part of your brand’s reputation management. Learn how to reap the benefits of enacting a strong brand […]
Do I Need SEO for My Website or Social Media Presence?
Where are people looking to get more leads to their website or social media profiles in 2021? They rely more than ever on social media ads, influencer marketing, and YouTube videos. There’s a lot to be said for these marketing tactics and they can work well. In fact, they can work so well that many […]
Once You Choose Your Blogging Niche, Can You Change It Later?
When you’re starting out writing online, the conventional wisdom is you must choose a niche right away. This niche isn’t only the general topic that you want to focus your writing on, but should also be the specific subjects at which you can write the best. Then, you pick a name for your blog or […]
How to Pick the Right Keywords for SEO
Many website owners are familiar with the Yoast SEO plugin for WordPress. It’s probably the most well-known SEO content analysis tool. Of course, any help you can get with improving your website’s SEO is important to getting your website to rank well and get organic traffic. Still, while Yoast can be a helpful tool, not […]
Is Everything That is Written Literature?
As someone who has written on thousands of subjects in many different niches over the years, I’ve amassed quite a writing archive. It occurred to me recently that I wasn’t sure what was worthy of carrying forward into my present. Tending to be one to go down rabbit holes on a whim, I started digging […]
How to Beat Writer’s Block with an Article Writing Template
There are many tricks writers use to defeat writer’s block. Of course, some are better than others. There’s one tip I found that one article writer actually called “the ultimate secret for overcoming writer’s block.” Whether you’re an article writer for hire or just working on some blog posts for fun, it can help to […]
Blogging for Business VS Blogging for Pleasure
There’s nothing wrong with blogging just for fun. For some, blogging is just a hobby. But these days, for many, blogging has become a business. Whether your own blogging is a hobby or for a business, or something in between, it’s fine. If it’s what you want to be doing, then whatever your reasons may […]