Writing on the Web

DECEMBER 15, 2010

Here’s a quick list of survey questions for your target audience: What are the five top web sites you visit frequently in your work? I’m interested in knowing your top 5 web sites you visit regularly for work (besides your own, of course). My client’s blogs and sites where I manage their content marketing.

Ning 100

Ning Digg RSS Aggregators 100

Writing on the Web

JULY 11, 2013

Clearly, one of the most important things that you can do when it comes to a business blog is to share new content. For business blogging, you’ll need to become keyword-savvy , and use a plugin or two will help make it easy and automatic. Business blogs can be tricky creatures. Why not make good use of older content?

Business Blogging 100

Business Blogging Optimization Business Keywords 100

Writing on the Web

FEBRUARY 11, 2015

Many of my readers are busy professionals who don’t have a lot of time for blogging or social media. But marketing is vital, especially if you’re growing a business, want to get found, get known, and get clients. Be sure to include your name, business field of expertise, and associated keywords in your keyword alerts.

Social Media 100

Social Media Blogger Media Business 100

Writing on the Web

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

Writing quality content is key for your business blog. Never stop focusing on better business blogging. If you want to build a better business blog, this is key: you must read the other great blogs in your field, and some others as well. But you can’t reach that point if you’re not reading other great business blogs.

Business Blogging 100

Business Blogging Business Blogger Aggregators 100

Writing on the Web

FEBRUARY 26, 2016

If I Googled your business name, what would I find? It is a sinking feeling when you’ve created quality content for your site that’s been optimized for content and keywords, and it’s still not showing up on the first page (or pages!) a change in your keywords) manually submitting your site can improve your ranking.

Google 100

Google Business SEO Keywords 100

Writing on the Web

MARCH 28, 2012

Maintaining a business blog is time-consuming. Below are five common uses for feeding regular content into a business blog. For retailers and service providers, the most obvious reason to host a business blog is to peddle products or services. Businesses of all types use their blogs to keep customers and clients in the know.

Business Blogging 100

Business Blogging Business Copywriting Sales Qualified Leads 100

Writing on the Web

DECEMBER 31, 2014

But after 15+ years working with executive coaches and consultants , I know that having clearly defined goals and expectations for a business blog or website is critical to help you get found, get known, and get clients; it will improve how you show up on the Web. There are too many amateurs with junky sites cluttering up the Web.

Business Blogging 100

Business Blogging Business Best Practices Traffic 100

Writing on the Web

AUGUST 21, 2014

How to be Heard above the Noise" width="232" height="232" title="The ABCs of Business Blogging: How to be Heard above the Noise" /> Let me ask you a couple of questions about your business blogging. How are your prospects (and clients) finding you among all the other blogs and sites online? You can too.

Business 100

Business Sample Business Blogging Budget Programs 100

Writing on the Web

OCTOBER 8, 2015

How do you make money from business blogging? You need to understand how to use business blogging to suit your business goals. According to NYMag , the first business blog was created in 1994, Links.net. Here are a few key dates that led up to business blogging: Four years later, Google Inc.

Business Blogging 100

Business Blogging Adsense Business Adwords 100

Writing on the Web

MARCH 13, 2013

Most small businesses don’t realize how much writing goes into publishing (and updating) a website or blog. your web content should be well-written and SEO optimized — as well-thought out as anything else you do to market yourself and your small business. When should you hire a freelance writer for your blog or website?

Small Business Marketing 100

Small Business Marketing Content Marketing Business Content 100

Writing on the Web

SEPTEMBER 4, 2013

How can you attract more readers to your business blog? When you know how to blog , you can write about anything relevant to your business’ audience that will enrich customers’ knowledge and show how your business will be beneficial to them. She has helped several businesses and individuals succeed through great content.

Business Blogging 100

Business Blogging Tips Business Social Media 100

Writing on the Web

DECEMBER 12, 2012

Should my business website focus on keywords and getting search engine results ? Perhaps a more important question is “How do I make the most of each of my web pages so that my business and I get found, get known, and get clients ?” Your business website should have the number of pages that is right for you.

SEO 100

SEO Marketing Websites Business Content 100

Writing on the Web

MAY 30, 2016

Here’s a suggested list of six must-have items for any small business professional who wants to use a blog for business. Your logo – Get a customized banner created to include your logo, picture, blog name and tagline; use one of the freelance sites to find the right designer. Include a photo (or video).

Business Blogging 100

Business Blogging Banners Business Design 100

Writing on the Web

NOVEMBER 27, 2013

Top 25 Content Marketing Blogs" src="[link] width="300" height="300" title="Smart Business Blog Linking: Top 25 Content Marketing Blogs" /> If your business blog needs to get inbound links , here’s a prime example of how to do it. No matter what business or field you’re in, you can do this research.

Business Blogging 100

Business Blogging Content Marketing Business Content 100

Writing on the Web

APRIL 24, 2013

When should you start a new business blog ? Let’s face it, publishing frequently on a business blog is time consuming. Depending on how swift your writing and blogging skills are, it can take you 1-2 hours to publish a post of 350-500 words, including the writing, editing, linking, adding an image, and updating social sites.

Business Blogging 100

Business Blogging Business Buyer Personas Custom Publishing 100

Writing on the Web

JULY 18, 2012

Are you thinking about creating a social media page for your business? Social media ( LinkedIn , Facebook , Twitter ) can be great marketing and networking tools for small businesses, but there are a few rules you should know before jumping on the social media bandwagon. First, learn your way around the specific social networking site.

Social Media 100

Social Media Media Business Merchandising 100

Writing on the Web

FEBRUARY 19, 2014

Does blogging still make sense for your business? Is a business blog worth the time you need to research, write, format and publish quality content? Some busy professionals ask me if it’s worth it to blog or would keeping in touch with people through social media sites work just as well? million blogs (Technorati).

Business Blogging 100

Business Blogging Business Custom Publishing Social Media 100

Writing on the Web

OCTOBER 10, 2012

One of the most frequent question small business owners and coaches ask me is “What should I write about on my business blog ?” These five steps will help you master business blog writing with quality content that attracts readers every time. A blog is your platform for establishing your business as trustworthy.

Business Blogging 100

Business Blogging Business Custom Publishing Keywords 100

Writing on the Web

JUNE 29, 2012

alt=" Using a Business Blog: Are You Hard to Find on the Web?" />. No, I don’t mean by searching for your name or the name of your business – that would be too easy. Try searching for a solution to the kind of problems your business solves, using keyword phrases your typical client might use.

Business Blogging 100

Business Blogging Marketing Budget Business Marketing Budget Creation 100

Writing on the Web

APRIL 17, 2013

4 Simple Ways to Get More Blog Readers" src="[link] width="231" height="231" title="Is Your Business Blog Sexy? 4 Simple Ways to Get More Blog Readers" /> When it comes to business blogging , many professionals forget that there is more to it than getting information out on the page. Blog Marketing: How Readers Find Your Business.

Business Blogging 100

Business Blogging Business Blogger Traffic 100

Writing on the Web

MARCH 14, 2012

Blogging for your business doesn’t work that way. Steady as you go, writing at least twice a week, at least 350 words, focusing on the key words that drive results for your business, mixing information with stories, always keeping the reader in mind. Business blogging is like tennis: you want to keep the ball in play.

Business Blogging 100

Business Blogging Business Newsletter Consulting 100

Writing on the Web

AUGUST 8, 2012

Smart business tweeters know that the social network is a great tool in promotion, brand recognition and customer interaction. The same goes for other social media sites – ( Facebook , LinkedIn , Google+ ) the number of them growing by the day. Social media IS important in business promotion and brand image.

Business 100

Business Social Media Social Networks Linkedin 100

Writing on the Web

FEBRUARY 14, 2011

When it comes to writing content for a business blog , most professionals start from their point of view. “ We’ve got a state-of-the-art 128-bit secure site, offering the best rates on the Web.&#. Related posts: Blog Content: Are you personal… or all business? Of course, who wouldn’t? Tweet This!

Business Blogging 100

Business Blogging Business Digg Storytelling 100

Writing on the Web

SEPTEMBER 9, 2010

The best thing about Google Ads and Adbrite is that you don’t have to have lots of readers to put their ads on your site. And if you have a specialist or local blog, remember you can approach relevant businesses directly and ask them to advertise. Sites like CafePress and Zazzle will do this for everything from T-Shirts to clocks.

Business Blogging 100

Business Blogging RSS Merchandising Advertorials 100

Writing on the Web

JUNE 19, 2013

Consequently, a lot of small businesses and professionals today are struggling to achieve their SEO goals on a restricted budget. Having said that, there are still a lot of smart yet pocket-friendly SEO tips that businesses can implement on a shoestring budget. You may use Open Site Explorer , to do this.

Small Business Marketing 100

Small Business Marketing Budget Programs Business Blogging SEO 100

Writing on the Web

SEPTEMBER 7, 2010

Will your business fall in the water if you don’t? You should only attend the “events&# that make sense for you and your business. If so, it’s likely because the strategy (or in this case the platform) didn’t fit your business. You HAVE to be on Twitter. But, do you HAVE to this?

Social Networks 100

Social Networks Ning Business Ideal Customer Profiles 100

Writing on the Web

MAY 23, 2016

WordPress.com is a commercial site where you can host your own blog for free, but it has limitations. You can’t run a membership or eCommerce site unless you upgrade. It’s also where you’ll find extensive documentation, community support forums, hundreds of free themes and plugins you can use to customize your site.

Adsense 136

Adsense Domain Budget Programs Paid Search Agency 136

Writing on the Web

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

But because there’s no one checking behind us, we don’t always site our sources (guilty as charged). If you’re a blogger, you may welcome guest bloggers on your site. You may contribute guest blogs to other sites. The more that you blog for other sites and vice versa, the more eyes will be on your blog.

Tips 100

Tips Blogger Small Business Marketing Rules 100

Writing on the Web

MARCH 20, 2014

You must devote a few key content pages to answering readers’ questions about your business products and services. You won’t keep visitors on your site for long; it will be “click and bye-bye.” ” Of course, this applies to your business blog as well. I have resources to find out.

Marketing Strategy 100

Marketing Strategy Marketing & Strategy Content Marketing Content 100

Writing on the Web

FEBRUARY 17, 2016

What comes up for the keywords that describe what your business does? Social sites, web, blog, articles, videos, etc.). Clearly define what business you’re in (what you can do for visitors). Your site, (website or blog) must offer content with keywords. Is your content optimized for search engines? What do you think?

Ad Exchange 100

Ad Exchange Keywords Google Optimization 100

Writing on the Web

OCTOBER 15, 2014

I know that I’m guilty of not being willing to leave the social media site I’m browsing to visit an outside blog or article. Perhaps it sounds a bit contradictory, but visiting social media sites to see what is trending can help you figure out what people want to read about. You’ll need to catch their attention right away.

Social Media 100

Social Media Media Viral Marketing Blogger 100

Writing on the Web

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

The same is true for auto-feeds to LinkedIn, Twitter, and all the other social media sites. Here are 4 reasons why you should NOT automatically feed your blog posts into these social media sites: 1. Those that use the auto-feed are re-hashing material to all of the social media sites. You cannot personalize the content.

Personalization 100

Personalization Social Media Tagging Keywords 100

Writing on the Web

OCTOBER 4, 2016

From what I see, many small business professionals struggle with writing compelling newsletter content. If you write about a book you’re reading, then about a movie you saw, and then about how to use your business products and services, without tying them together with benefits to the reader, you are jerking your readers around.

Newsletter 218

Newsletter Content Class Keywords 218

Writing on the Web

JULY 30, 2014

The thing to know about business blogging is that it’s a continual quest to make your blog better. So how do we keep readers interested and coming back to your site over and over? I know that I am infinitely more likely to go back to a site that leads me to other content that is interesting and helpful to me.

Small Business Marketing 100

Small Business Marketing Business Blogging Lead Scoring Lead Ranking 100

Writing on the Web

APRIL 10, 2013

Business bloggers: just how good are your writing skills? Most bloggers and those who run small businesses that publish blogs are not natural-born writers, or even trained writers. Most businesspeople studied things such as marketing, communication, or business. This can translate into sales and interest in your business!

Blogger 100

Blogger Class Small Business Marketing Amazon 100

Writing on the Web

JUNE 26, 2015

Do these same persuasion tactics work for sites and businesses that aren’t selling physical products? Does social validation work for businesses selling services and experiences? Will these results translate to sites for executive coaches, speakers, authors and other independent service providers?

Amazon 100

Amazon Validation Click Rate Tactics 100

Writing on the Web

JUNE 26, 2015

Do these same persuasion tactics work for sites and businesses that aren’t selling physical products? Does social validation work for businesses selling services and experiences? Will these results translate to sites for executive coaches, speakers, authors and other independent service providers?

Trigger Marketing 100

Trigger Marketing Amazon Validation Click Rate 100