The following takes place in an alternate universe. It’s one?where bloggers hate reader engagement and hate receiving comments, but in a cruel twist they cannot simply “turn off” their comments. Instead, they’re forced to use other means to discourage engagement.
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Why Blogs Fail (and Why Yours Could be Next)
Why blogs fail is both a simple and complicated question. Some fail because of unrealistic expectations, while some fail because of no expectations at all. Read More.
Make It Count: Why Your Blog is Forgettable (and What to Do About It)
You usually get one chance to make a good impression when someone visits your blog. Here’s how to make it count. Read More.
Today’s Passive Blogger Is Tomorrow’s Former Blogger
If you’re a passive blogger, your blog might just be headed for the blogging graveyard. Don’t worry. All is not lost. It just means it’s time to start being proactive. It’s time to take charge. Read More.
6 Blog Design Tips To Ensure Readers Don’t Pull Their Hair Out
People often say they don’t know art, but they know what they like. Blogs are similar when it comes to design. People may not be able to quantify what makes a good design, but they sure as heck can tell you what they do and don’t like when they see it.
Pitfalls of Success: The Importance of Time Management for Bloggers
So… You focused on growing your email list. You networked. You guest blogged on some awesome websites. You made a conscious effort to respond to every single blog comment. You thanked people on Twitter. You happily said “yes” to any interview or roundup request. You put in the time. You worked hard. You went above […]
Do You Make These 7 Blogging Mistakes?
Mistakes. I’ve made a few. As a teenager, I failed my driving exam because I didn’t tell the instructor to buckle his seat belt. In college, I once stayed awake 48 straight hours so I could study for finals. This was back before I discovered the magic elixir known as coffee. As an adult, I […]
Is Your Shirtless Man in a Cape Costing You Blog Readers?
Were my eyes deceiving me? “Surely I can’t be seeing what I think I’m seeing,” I told myself. “You are seeing it,” I responded. “And stop calling yourself Shirley.” “It’s a beautiful house,” I had told the Realtor ten minutes earlier. And it was. It was built in 1868. Eight rooms in the house had […]