When is the last time that you got an email from some stat report that offered you a text email to read or even a pdf document? Whenever it was, there is probably a good chance that you read the headline, maybe skimmed through the email… then deleted it! Now ask yourself the same question again, but this time instead of sending you a text report of pdf file, they sent an infographic for you to check out? Heck yes I’m checking that out! I love infographics and so do the millions of … [Read more...]
May 14, 2012 By
How to Structure Your Posts (and Why You Need To)
Do your posts seem to be a loose collection of ideas, in no particular order? When I’m coaching bloggers, one common problem that comes up is a lack of structure. During the drafting process, many writers simply sit down and type whatever comes into their head. That’s fine for a warm-up … but it’s not a very efficient way to create a blog post. Think of structure as the underlying framework for your posts. With a strong frame in place, your post won’t sag in the middle or have bits … [Read more...]
May 1, 2012 By
Why You Should Start Guest Posting … Today
This guest post is by Jaime of USBundles.com. When they’re done correctly, guest posts can be a true “meeting of the minds”—a way for both the guest blogger and the host website to benefit from association. However, many bloggers may resist the opportunity for various reasons. Let’s examine some of the most common reasons why a blogger might be reluctant to guest post—and see why these aren’t really issues after all. Tone is a ubiquitous conundrum. Or should I have said … [Read more...]
April 10, 2012 By
The Secret to Landing Pages That Sell? Understand Your Unique Star …
Almost every big Hollywood blockbuster you’ve ever watched has a common factor. There is the star, and then there is the supporting cast. The star gets all the lines. The star gets to do most of the work. The star is the focus, and gets most of the glory. The movie is about the star. So what does the supporting cast do? The supporting cast have smaller roles, fewer lines. They have less work to do, but it’s crucial work. Your sales page is a lot like that. And understanding how … [Read more...]
March 19, 2012 By
Three Dangerous Myths About List Posts – Busted
How do you feel about list posts? Some bloggers like them; others hate them. We’ve all seen guest posts that are badly done – perhaps with lots of “fluff” items that don’t add value, or with poor formatting and construction that makes them hard to read. But like it or not, lists work. Putting a number in a headline is a sure-fire way to get readers to pay attention. (Look at the cover of any magazine, and there’s a very good chance you’ll spot some numbers. These editors know what … [Read more...]
February 16, 2012 By
The Anatomy of a Better Blog Post
The last couple of weeks have turned up some valuable blogging advice for those who are working to hone their craft and become better blog post writers. Not everyone falls into this category—some bloggers are happy with the way they write. Others publish videos or sound files instead of text. And that’s fine. But for the rest of us, I wanted to put together a little roundup of advice on each of the parts of a text-based blog post.4 Post Headlines that are Guaranteed to Get Readers … [Read more...]
February 7, 2012 By
8 Quick Tips for Writing Bullet Points People Actually Want to Read
It’s a Twitterized world, we’re just living in it. Blog posts, Tweets, quick videos, Google+, the Facebook Timeline, and tens of thousands of images pinned to digital boards are flying past us faster than we can read them. Faster than we can even scan them, depending on the time of day. What does this mean for writers trying to cut through it all? At least two things that I can think of:You’d better know how to write a compelling headline You’d better know how to write … [Read more...]
November 21, 2011 By
How to Write Faster Blog Posts (Every Time)
Last week, we looked at why great content is so important. But one of the biggest problems that bloggers face is finding enough time to write. If you’re spending hours on every blog post, then read on! These tips will all help you improve your writing speed … without sacrificing quality. #1: Keep a List of Ideas Do you ever sit down and stare at a blank document on the screen, wondering what to write about? Lots of bloggers do, but there’s an easy way to fix this. Create a list of … [Read more...]
November 8, 2011 By
With Software Value Ease of Use over Number of Features
If you are looking for software to help streamline your business processes and save your money, there are so many different titles on the market, choosing one that suits your needs can be very difficult and time-consuming. So many business packages have similar features it can be hard to make a choice. Sometimes the choice of software titles is so large that it can be easier to give up than make a purchase. Ultimately, most packages, e.g. an accounting software package or an invoice software … [Read more...]
