Bloggers: 23 Ways to Counter Writer’s Block. All of a sudden, your blog seems like a dog biting your heel cap and refusing to let go.
You do not have time for yourself, all your research zeal has been exhausted and the topics you want to write on are all water down. They have no juice anymore. You have no juice anymore. Welcome to the world of writer’s block! (Image source: Fotolia) All bloggers reach their writing limits at one time or the other. When this happens, do not tear your short point notebook. Related: Designers: 5 Tips to Get Back Your Creativity 1. Surprise your readers with a review of a book by a foreign writer. 2. Every day, products are launched across the Internet; from coaching programs to physical products, services to magazines. Follow up on a product that was launched a few years ago and track its performance. 3. Your niche may have its unique propositions but the essence of business is the same across all industries. 4. (Image source: Fotolia) 5. Blogsdrop (coined from eavesdrop) often.
20 Ideas for Social Media Content That Engages. The cry of “Content is King” has been a rallying call for bloggers and on-line publishers for years.
Creating and marketing your content is now as easy as typing text and uploading images and videos and then hitting the publishing button. This has been facilitated by the advent of social networks and blogging software that facilitate fast efficient multi-media publishing. The reality is that everyone is now a publisher as social media has provided easy to use tools which has put a personal printing press in everyone’s hand. We are not only creating but sharing this content on desktops, laptops, ipads and smart phones to our Facebook and Twitter streams. The mobility of the smart phones has accelerated this publishing revolution that allows us to share anytime and anywhere as the impulse takes us. The more engaging the content whether it be video or text the more likely it is to be shared. The “Content” Explosion InformsEducatesSolves problemsEntertains The Thirst for Knowledge.
How to Write Great Blog Content. Linchpin Bloggers: These 5 Bloggers Are Indispensable To Me. This is just a short list of bloggers I visit nearly every day.
These five bloggers have become what I termed “Linchpin Bloggers,” of course inspired by Seth Godin. They are indispensable to me. While I read much more than just these five, these bloggers have brought the most value to my life than any other. Every time I read their posts I come away inspired, changed, encouraged, motivated. They are simply remarkable. In short, you need to be reading some of these blogs. 1. Michael Hyatt (michaelhyatt.com) – He has impacted thousands of people around the world, myself included. I’m continually drawn to his blog because he gives you relevant content tat you can put to work in your personal and professional life. What are 10 Addictive Types of Content?
Are you having problems driving traffic to your blog?
Are you finding that no one is retweeting your content or sharing it on Facebook? When starting a blog the challenge for any blogger is providing content that will entice and delight your readers. You want them looking forward to your next article. Developing an antenna for creative ideas for content is a skill that can be developed. What I have found effective is to take notes when reading a book or after a meeting when customers provide insights into their business dilemmas.
Everyone has Problems One thing to keep in mind is that every business or reader has day to day challenges and problems that they want help solving. Ideally you want your blog to become the industry resource or Bible that becomes the “Go To Portal” for your subscribers. Social Proof is Vital Do you have clients saying to you “What are some of your customers finding what works for them?” 10 Addictive Content Types 1. Example: 2. Example 90 Tips to Make Your Blog Rock. 10 Techniques for Finding Blog Readers.