There is no right or wrong way to blog through a personal tragedy. Let’s go over some options. We all know it’s inevitable. And yet, it catches each and every one of us by surprise. Tears. Heartache. Sorrow. Sometimes, it’s the loss of a loved one. Sometimes it’s losing a job. Sometimes it’s a random […]
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On Podcasts, Southern Accents, and Overcoming Your Blogging Fears
It was inevitable. Eventually, someone was going to bring it up. It was only a matter of time. No matter how much I tried to hide, I knew one day I would wake up, check my email, and see it. A podcast interview invitation.
Your Best Blogging Year Ever Starts Now
A new year is upon us, and with it is our annual tradition of making resolutions we abandon before Punxsutawney Phil has emerged from Gobbler’s Knob. “Get out of debt” gives way to a 20% sale on shoes. “Get organized” is defeated as soon as you walk into your child’s bedroom. “Lose weight” is undone […]
New Christmas Tradition: Update And Republish Old Blog Posts
According to data I made up just now for the purpose of this blog post, only 3.6 people read your blog during the holidays. Why? Well, people are busy this time of the year. There are trees to decorate. Year-end projects to complete. Shoppers to wrestle at Wal-Mart.
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 […]
How I Went From Unknown to Boost Blog Traffic Writer in Six Months (and How You Can, Too)
Six months ago, this blog didn’t exist. I had 30 followers on Twitter. I had a measly 22 followers on Google Plus. I had zero email subscribers. In short, I was about as popular as a guy who understands every obscure reference in a Dennis Miller rant or MST3k episode. And yet, somehow, I just […]
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 […]
The ONE Person Who Can Give Your Blog Clarity and Increase Engagement
What kind of an audience do you want for your blog? You want a mob of fanatical fans who eagerly check their inboxes for your latest post, right? Fans who are actively engaged, leaving comments and sharing each post. Fans who send you emails from time to time just to let you know that you?ve […]
Making Your Split Personality Work For You (aka Me, Myself and Them)
I?m grateful to Kevin for allowing me an opportunity to share what?s left of my sanity with you. Be A Better Blogger is the only blog I’ve joined in nine years of blogging?just because. Maybe it?s the wit. Perhaps it?s the unique character and voice?I?m not altogether sure. What I do know is, this is a community I?m excited to be a part of and to share what meager knowledge I have. So thanks for that, Kevin!