Reminder: Small Biz Lady Melinda Emerson and I will be discussing how to earn thousands of dollars from a single blog post on her weekly #smallbizchat next Wednesday, November 30, 2016, at 8-9pm EST (7-8 pm CST). Remember, you must have a Twitter account to participate. Hope to see you there!
Category: Blogging
10 Ways Blogging Has Changed and Become More Work Since 2008
When I first started blogging in 2008, blogging was a fun, simple way to share thoughts, expertise and randomness on various topics. Over the past few years, that fun has turned into work. A lot of work. Allow me to share ten ways blogging has changed – and become more work – since I started…
Check Out My #SmallBizChat with Small Biz Lady on November 30th
Do you want to learn how to earn thousands of dollars from a single blog post? Small Biz Lady Melinda Emerson and I will be discussing this and more on her weekly #smallbizchat next Wednesday, November 30, 2016, at 8-9pm EST (7-8 pm CST). You must have a Twitter account to participate. Hope to see…
Being a Good Writer Doesn’t Make You a Good Blogger: Here’s How to Be Both
You might think of yourself as a strong writer, but are you a good blogger? Those two things are not the same. Many great writers have no idea how to run a successful blog that reaches an audience. If you really want to create a blog that keeps people returning, you need to be a…
Buy 62 Blog Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block Book and Workbook for $40
From now through November 30th, you can purchase my book, 62 Blog Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block, and the companion guide for $40 plus free shipping (over 40% off on both books). Yep, you read correctly. You get both books for 4o bucks plus free shipping! Why am I doing this? First, to stay true…
Overcoming Blogger’s Block: 30 Relaxing Activities
When blogger’s block strikes, sometimes it’s best to distance yourself from the source of blockage, if only for a little while. Following are 30 relaxing activities that can help you overcome blogger’s block. Relaxing Activities to Overcome Blogger’s Block Meditate Read a book Reflect Visit blogs you’ve never read before Take a nap Take a…
Overcoming Blogger’s Block: Maintaining a Consistent Blog Writing & Posting Schedule
One sure way to overcome blogger’s block is to maintain a consistent blog writing and posting schedule, which is a challenge for many creatives. This week you’re going to get tips and suggestions on how to do this successfully. Maintaining a Consistent Blog Writing and Posting Schedule Blog Writing Schedule Your blog writing schedule depends…
Overcoming Blogger’s Block: Creating Compelling Blog Posts
Creating compelling blog posts is the second lesson in my Overcoming Blogger’s Block Series. The first post, Brainstorming Blog Topic Ideas, featured tools and tips on generating subjects for your articles. Here’s the caveat: You’ll probably get blogger’s block while creating blog posts to overcome blogger’s block. Early Days of Blog Content Creation Gone are…
Read How to Write a Poweful Blogger Bio
Although bloggers create amazing content on a consistent bio, writing a blogger bio is one of our greatest challenges. Why is this so hard? First, we have to toot our own horns, which many of us don’t like to do. This comes from a place of humility. We’d rather sing the praises of the people,…
How to Write a Powerful Blogger Bio
This article was originally posted on Growmap on September 18, 2016. Professional bios are one of the most powerful marketing tools in a blogger’s toolbox. What makes them powerful? You. A bio is your professional story. It speaks to who you are, what you do, whom you serve, and what you’ve accomplished. Details about…