Smart Blogger

JULY 14, 2023

Madrigal , a tech editor at Atlantic.com, in 2012 to shed light on this very phenomenon. Suppose you create a unique Bitly link for your latest blog post and share it in a newsletter. The post Dark Social: What, Why, & How to Measure it in 2023 (+ Tips) appeared first on Smart Blogger. Let’s jump in!

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ProBlogger

DECEMBER 27, 2012

was the second and final major WordPress release of 2012. However, many bloggers were surprised that the link manager has been removed from the default version of WordPress (though most agree removing this was a good decision). The days of bloggers inserting dozens of images into blog posts one by one are over.

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ProBlogger

NOVEMBER 25, 2014

On a recent webinar over at ProBlogger.com I was asked by John: “Where do you get your ideas for blog posts?” ” It’s a question we get a lot so I thought it might be a good one to write up here on the blog. Comments on blog posts. Evolution of Previous Posts. Questions from Readers.

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ProBlogger

OCTOBER 5, 2017

And who pays for your professional development when you’re a blogger? And in this blog post I’m going to share some of the learning opportunities the ProBlogger team and I recommend. My first international blogging conference was BlogHer in New York in 2012. Blogger Groups. That’s right – you.

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ProBlogger

DECEMBER 26, 2012

Today I’d like to walk you through the new features which were introduced in 2012, in WordPress 3.4 I’ll be focusing on the features that are most relevant to bloggers and explaining how they can help you. Now you can embed Twitter statuses directly into your blog posts and pages by simply entering the Twitter status URL.

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Smart Blogger

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

And in a study published for Brain and Language in 2012, psychologists found that a certain part of our brain is “activated” when we read sensory words. Duncan is the Editor of Smart Blogger, where he helps writers learn the skills they need to land writing gigs that pay. sensory) words faster than other words. Are you ready?

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ProBlogger

AUGUST 28, 2013

She started off with a hobby blog on Tumblr and now reaches over 50,000 readers each month. In this interview, we discuss what she has accomplished since becoming a full-time blogger. You became a full-time blogger earlier than planned. Did the need for immediate income affect your blog strategy? Not really.

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ProBlogger

FEBRUARY 15, 2013

It’s been nearly a month since Bloggers to Watch in 2013 was published. Image courtesy stock.xchng user saavem This post presents all the bloggers that people have highlighted over the past few weeks. If you want to read a genuinely very funny Dad blogger then you can’t beat Mark Richards. Mark Richards.

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Top Content Consulting

JANUARY 7, 2022

Medium was started in 2012 by Twitter co-founder Evan Williams. Any author or writer can post their work on Medium without going through a publisher or paying a fee. Medium members can write articles, create blogs, and post multimedia content. Medium is a perfect platform for: New Blog Writers. Solo Writers.

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Freelance Writing Jobs

JUNE 20, 2023

The key is to think about what the images will be used for (blog posts? After all, which blogger is going to be the better prospect for a small craft cheese company to partner with? It’s a US-based publishing site that launched in 2012 and has been going strong ever since. Office presentations?)

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ProBlogger

OCTOBER 20, 2012

This guest post is by Kate Miller of BestWebsiteHostingServices.org. Today’s new bloggers are a fortunate group. The blogging community is swarming with a plethora of experienced bloggers who they can turn to for advice, tips and DIY tutorials. Nothing can beat the one-on-one personal advice of an accomplished blogger.

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ProBlogger

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Why bloggers should self-publish. Why should bloggers self-publish? You have content: I have enough material in my blog right now (including my “Drafts” folder, which has 47 unpublished posts in it) to publish five more books over the next year. Don’t just take a collection of your posts.

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ProBlogger

MARCH 24, 2022

This tip fits into the ‘it’s not rocket science’ category of blogging tips (as do many blog tips) – however as simple as it sounds I regularly see bloggers falling into the trap of talking ‘AT’ readers rather than blogging in a conversational voice. Write in a Conversational Voice.

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ProBlogger

JUNE 19, 2012

This guest post is by Jane of Runaway Jane. I recently secured the position of Resident Blogger at PLUS Hostels , a large hostel and camp site chain based in Europe. I’d spent more than two years blogging on my independent travel blog RunawayJane.com , and that experience undoubtedly led to me securing this position.

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ProBlogger

AUGUST 15, 2012

So you might be asking what more can be written about link building for bloggers? Bloggers have an advantage that static and retail websites don’t. Link building post-Panda and Penguin. Link building post-Panda and Penguin. Link-building strategies for bloggers. So how do you find blogs to submit guest posts to?

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ProBlogger

MARCH 10, 2015

This is a guest contribution from blogger Erin Bender from Travel With Bender. . Similar to the background story of many bloggers, my blog was born into this world because a friend asked me to write one. It wasn’t until I met another blogger a few months later that she revealed to me a secret. But I have to.

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ProBlogger

JUNE 5, 2017

Blogger Nikki Parkinson Shares How She Built a Business Around Her Blog. In today’s episode, I have recorded an interview with one of Australia’s better known bloggers – Nikki Parkinson from the style and fashion blog – Styling You. I first met Nikki at one of our first ever ProBlogger events.

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ProBlogger

JANUARY 3, 2017

5 Advanced Techniques I Use To Make Money On My Blog from Erin Bender from Travel With Bender first appeared on March 11, 2015. Similar to the background story of many bloggers, my blog was born into this world because a friend asked me to write one. You can make money from your blog. But I have to. I can’t stay silent.

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ProBlogger

MARCH 24, 2022

This tip fits into the ‘it’s not rocket science’ category of blogging tips (as do many blog tips) – however as simple as it sounds I regularly see bloggers falling into the trap of talking ‘AT’ readers rather than blogging in a conversational voice. Write in a Conversational Voice.

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ProBlogger

JUNE 5, 2017

Blogger Nikki Parkinson Shares How She Built a Business Around Her Blog. In today’s episode, I have recorded an interview with one of Australia’s better known bloggers – Nikki Parkinson from the style and fashion blog – Styling You. I first met Nikki at one of our first ever ProBlogger events.

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ProBlogger

APRIL 2, 2012

As a blogger, I get pitched to a lot by companies and organizations asking me to endorse their products. The idea was simple—we run a competition to bring a group of bloggers to Australia to see the Great Barrier Reef and also do a little blogging training. I also believe in the power of blogging and social media.

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ProBlogger

APRIL 3, 2017

Here’s why Medium is the better marketing platform to promote your blog. Unlike Linkedin who appeals to college graduates and marketers or Instagram who attracts photographers and food/fashion bloggers, Medium targets readers. Just read one of the posts from “Top Stories” or Editor’s Picks , and you’ll know exactly what I mean.

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ProBlogger

JUNE 25, 2018

What You Can Learn From the 31 Days to Build a Better Blog Course. From a blog post series to an eBook and now a course, 31 Days to Build a Better Blog has certainly evolved. Those who already have a blog; beginners to advanced bloggers; and groups. And in doing so it has helped many people.

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ProBlogger

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

It was a dark day in November 2012 when I first began to blog. Three years later, I’m now a successful ghostwriter, blogger and full time freelancer. My foray into blogging began like most peoples does. I realised that through helping others with their own blogs, I could show off what I’d learned along the way.

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ProBlogger

JANUARY 16, 2014

It is also the way most blogging talent agencies work out pay scales – so the more unique visitors that read your blog, the more money you can make. Between March and September of 2012, I doubled the unique visitors to my blog, Veggie Mama. Create good blog posts that lure readers. Switch to WordPress.

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ProBlogger

OCTOBER 3, 2012

Whether it’s entertaining your blog readers or marketing to your email subscribers, frequency is something that could literally make or break you. Blog posts: two perspectives on frequency. One of the golden rules of blogging is to post, and often. How important is it to post with regularity?

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ProBlogger

JANUARY 19, 2014

Infographics are extremely useful for numerous reasons when it comes to content marketing and blogging. Although many writers may not have considered using an infographic for a blog post this can be an excellent way to present interesting information while linking to a topic that is of significance to yourself and your readers.

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ProBlogger

SEPTEMBER 13, 2012

This guest post is by Frank Strong of Vocus. Most bloggers understand that online press releases can drive traffic. This of course can result in one thing many bloggers desire the most: traffic. As bloggers, we know that to build a community, we’ve got to blog consistently. Themes emerge in blogs.

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ProBlogger

DECEMBER 1, 2012

As part of our Blogging the Festive Season series, we asked a few questions about how she’s squaring up for her first festive season on the blog. You started Keep the Tail Wagging on January 1, 2012, so this will be your first festive season on the blog. Content, building traffic, and affiliate marketing.

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ProBlogger

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

You don’t have to take the course to become an action-oriented blogger. But if you need help and want to give your blog a burst of love to get it back on track, feel free to join us. Links and Resources for The Secret to Building a Better Blog: Podcast Motor. It was just a series of blog posts. Optimizing for SEO.

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ProBlogger

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Today is my 10th anniversary of starting blogging and to celebrate I’m offering all ProBlogger eBooks at just $10 each – that’s a 50-90% saving on their normal price. 10 Years of Blogging. Ten years ago when I hit publish on my first blog post I could never imagined how that moment would change my life.

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ProBlogger

MARCH 17, 2012

The thing is, few bloggers are utilizing YouTube to its full potential. And it’s not just me thinking that: on a recent post on Social Media examiner , many of the 30 experts featured agreed that YouTube was going to see a tremendous rise in use by bloggers in 2012. “Talking head” videos.

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ProBlogger

DECEMBER 1, 2011

Barely a day goes by when I don’t have at least one idea for a new product, blog post, or even new blog. The original idea came on 30 July 2005, when I decided that I’d write a 31 day series of blog posts here on ProBlogger, each day containing homework for readers.

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ProBlogger

MAY 4, 2014

I only started blogging late December 2012. It’s early days yet – we are in the process of growing our member base with a view to branch outside of the current niche, adding specific forums as requested to welcome more bloggers to our community. Target bloggers in a similar niche to you.

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ProBlogger

DECEMBER 29, 2013

This post “9 Steps To Take When You Loathe Your Own Blog” first appeared in May 2012. You’ve got an editorial calendar, you’ve scheduled blog posts weeks in advance. So much so, I made great progress on a blog post in the matter of minutes. How many blogs do you subscribe to?

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ProBlogger

AUGUST 18, 2012

” I’m not one to run away from a challenge; I’d been blogging since 2009 and planned to put everything I’d learned into practice on my new site. Keep the Tail Wagging launched January 1, 2012. What makes a blog stand out is the blogger. I’m not the most popular pet blogger.

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ProBlogger

JANUARY 12, 2012

Once you have an engaged database of subscribers, you pretty much know every blog post you put out is going to be a hit. On my health blog, my “Subscribe For Updates” opt-in form at the top of the sidebar converts at just 1.5%. Make the most of popular posts. Auto opt-in blog commenters. Gentle persuasion.

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