I think writer's block is simply the dread that you are going to write something horrible. - Roy Blount, Jr. Is this post good enough? Are people going to read it? What if they ...
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When is something worth paying for?
Earlier today I tweeted this post without completely taking the time to read all of it and the references to other posts it linked to. Whoops. My mistake. I skimmed (as I'm known to do at ...
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How To Add a “Follow Me on Google+” Widget To Your Blog
I've managed to spend some time on Google+. Over all, I like the experience there (better than Facebook). Maybe that's because fewer people are on there, or because I find it easier to organize people ...
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15 Business Blogging Tips
You should start a blog. It's easy. Or so they say... Yet most blogs fail to effectively generate any business (leads) and are doomed to be abandoned by their authors just a few short months ...
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Watch How First-Time Readers Use Your Blog
First time readers make almost instantaneous decisions on whether they'll be subscribing to your blog, leaving a comment, and making their way back for a return visit. Abby Kerr has a great post on ...
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What are the most important pages on your blog?
Home About Best Of Newsletter Speaking Contact Etc. Grab a pen and paper, and write out your list of most important pages. Some people have too many pages on their header navigation. ...
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Use an Editorial Calendar and Come Up with 10 Post Ideas
Last week I wrote about taking control of your content with an Editorial Calender over on the Diverse Solutions Blog. I've written about using an editorial calendar before but in this case, I wanted ...
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Make Your WordPress Site Secure with These Security & Back-up Plugins
Sometimes I think site security is one of those things people don't think too much about until their site gets hacked. And if you've ever been hacked, you know it's no joy ride. So today, I'd ...
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Stay On Top of What’s Happening In Your Niche
One way to stay ahead of the competition is to set up a listening station to keep aware of what's happening in your niche. There's a few reasons why it's helpful to do something like this: Be ...
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33 Must-Read Tips & Tutorials for Bloggers
Where do I get started? What platform should I use? What are some of the best ways to get more traffic, earn more subscribers and generate more business? Well, here's a comprehensive list from around ...
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Do you email your blog readers?
What do you do when someone leaves a comment on your blog for the first time? Do you send them a quick reply comment? Do you email them? Do you reward or acknowledge them in some way, shape or form? ...
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Promote A Blog Post
Blogging isn't always a "build it and they will come" sorta thing. You have to work hard to promote your own posts if you want them to get read. And therein lies today's task... Promote A Blog ...
