A Simple Habit for Collecting Content Ideas Everywhere

I have a simple habit for collecting content ideas everywhere. I don’t go anywhere without my trusty reporter’s notebook. Friends kid me about it sometimes, but losing the notebook would be akin to losing my wallet.  Why?  I would feel helpless without it because I keep notes about EVERYTHING in it… personal and professional.  If Read more about A Simple Habit for Collecting Content Ideas Everywhere[…]

Guest Posts as Scam?

I’ve recommended guest posting in the past to increase your visibility, credibility and traffic. I was a guest poster a few years ago on a couple well-respected media and PR sites and I’ve hosted guest posts on my blog, though not for several years. It was a great blog exposure technique that has unfortunately been Read more about Guest Posts as Scam?[…]

Take the Pulse of Your Visitors with a Poll

Polls and surveys are a great way to get web visitors and blog readers more engaged and taking action on your Internet “real estate.”  You can also collect valuable information about what they care about in the process. (I wrote about getting action through CTAs on Tuesday. You can read that post here.) Here’s a Read more about Take the Pulse of Your Visitors with a Poll[…]

7 Blog Post Types Your Readers Will Love

Writing a blog is a commitment and sometimes even the most creative, prolific writers get stuck.  I keep a running list of ideas I’d like to explore and look for different ways to present the same types of  content in an easy to digest and interesting form.  (For example, I am thinking of adding audio Read more about 7 Blog Post Types Your Readers Will Love[…]