The Creative Penn

DECEMBER 10, 2023

How will changes to the way people search impact book discoverability? What can authors and publishers do to ensure their books are still found in the new form of generative AI search? While it's still early days for this technology, I share my thoughts in this article, with the hope that we can surf the wave of change, rather than drown in it.

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Income Diary

AUGUST 22, 2022

Now if you were to layer it all back in, but this time making it twice or three times more persuasive…what would you have? Whether it’s emails, videos, sales letters, landing pages, blog posts, articles, etc. Everything you need to know about copywriting for beginners. Well, almost everything. Instant wealth. But I intend to deliver.

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Smart Blogger

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

The book of Galatians in the Bible tells us we reap what we sow. Don’t simply tell prospective clients that you’re a talented freelance writer. That’s where we come in. Chapter One: 6 Steps to Help You Prepare (& Land More Freelance Writing Gigs). Stephen King put it this way: “Talent is cheaper than table salt. The common theme?

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Content Marketing Institute

APRIL 10, 2018

Elliott Brown, marketing consultant and publisher, Back Office Basics, says: A small business owner is not some guy in a striped apron who smiles with pride as he turns around the “open” sign and picks up a broom to sweep up his shop. Does Mike need a blog post on six tips to improve productivity at work?

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Men With Pens

JULY 8, 2012

The other day a friend mentioned he had started a blog as a way to earn some money on the side. After writing for a couple weeks, they grow frustrated by the slow results and turn to other blogs for advice. Maybe they learn about copywriting or buy a custom design template, but it doesn’t help. A Lack of Authenticity.

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ProBlogger

APRIL 23, 2018

How to Promote Your Blog Offline. Today I’m tackling questions from listener, Julianna Barnaby about whether it’s important to spend time offline building your blog’s personal brand and reputation. Media: Pitch ideas for stories to newspapers, TV stations, radio stations, etc. The answer is simple. HARO (Help a Reporter).

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Quick Sprout

AUGUST 8, 2022

Building a great blog starts with choosing the right platform—and there are only a handful truly worth considering. The Top 5 Best Blogging Platforms and Blog Sites for 2022. If you want to turn a profit on your blog, use WordPress, Wix, or Squarespace. Medium or LinkedIn are great for hobby blogs and making connections.

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Men With Pens

MARCH 11, 2010

We’ve all heard the hype that every business must have a blog. And many online copywriters are thrilled to land a new blogging gig – so thrilled they rarely pause to wonder if writing for their client’s blog is really the best investment of that person’s marketing budget. Blogs build brand and trust.

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ProBlogger

APRIL 17, 2017

Removing the Barriers to Create Video Content on Your Blog. In today’s lesson, I’ve got some very practical and actionable information for you on how to shoot great video for your blog using your smartphone. He’s going to tell you what gear you need (your smartphone is #1). I don’t have the right gear! Link to Justin’s site.

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ProBlogger

DECEMBER 11, 2017

Do you email your blog readers regularly? The truth is, email is still one of the best ways (if not the best way) to connect with your blog’s readers. The truth is, email is still one of the best ways (if not the best way) to connect with your blog’s readers. Email is a big part of my strategy on both of my blogs.

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Article Writing

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

A report from Optinmonster revealed that 60% of blogs write 1-5 guest posts per month, and these drive a significant portion of website traffic. The Guest Post Basics A guest post is an article written and submitted to a publication by someone who is not a staff writer or normal contributor to that website. I do not work for them.

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Bramework

MARCH 6, 2024

Are you trying to figure out how to write a case study for your business in order to help you sell more products or services? Businesses use business case studies to learn from past experiences and to improve future performance. In addition, they are a great way to learn from the mistakes and successes of other companies. What is a Case Study?

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Smart Blogger

OCTOBER 30, 2023

There are lots of guides about how to make money blogging, but here’s what makes this one different: I’ve taken three different blogs to over $1 million per year. In fact, the blog you’re reading right now has made a total of $6.7 7 Ways to Make Money Blogging (with Examples!) Let’s jump in.

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ProBlogger

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

The post Ramit Sethi Exposed: How He Earns Millions Blogging appeared first on ProBlogger. That’s making some serious money blogging ! I interviewed Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich and if you’re serious about making money blogging, then you need to read this interview. This guest post is by Michael Alexis.

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ProBlogger

APRIL 17, 2017

Removing the Barriers to Create Video Content on Your Blog. In today’s lesson, I’ve got some very practical and actionable information for you on how to shoot great video for your blog using your smartphone. He’s going to tell you what gear you need (your smartphone is #1). I don’t have the right gear! Justin’s YouTube account.

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Backlinko

JANUARY 4, 2024

SEO: A Year in Review As we look back on 2023 there have been some important updates that will shape SEO strategies in 2024 and beyond. As a content creator, you now face the risk of overusing AI to fill your blog with content where most of the writing is based on something that’s already been published elsewhere. Let us explain.

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Neil Patel

MARCH 9, 2023

If the goal of your group is to generate leads for your business, your group should attract your ideal customers. The biggest benefit of clearly communicating the benefits of your group is that it becomes filled with your ideal customers instead of random people. People join groups to be around others like themselves.

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The Creative Penn

OCTOBER 30, 2023

But first up— Tell us a bit more about you and how you got into writing and publishing. How can you reinvigorate your writing process, breathe life into your backlist, and prepare your author business for the rollercoaster that is publishing? Tracy Cooper-Posey gives her tips. Here are the highlights and the full transcript is below.

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The Creative Penn

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Write and publish what you want, get paid every day for your books, and control your customer data and relationships. But first up— Tell us a bit more about you and how you got into writing. Pierre: That is an interesting story. It's possible if you sell direct, as Pierre Jeanty talks about in this interview. So welcome, Pierre.

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Fat Joe

MAY 5, 2023

Establishing yourself as a helpful authority can help with SEO lead generation as visitors come to your site, content, or event to educate themselves and then see you as a respected and knowledgeable source they can then look to work with. #1 Giving them a call and really going out your way will also help infuse trust and confidence.

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Neil Patel

DECEMBER 16, 2020

If the goal of your group is to generate leads for your business, your group should attract your ideal customers. The biggest benefit of clearly communicating the benefits of your group is that it becomes filled with your ideal customers instead of random people. People join groups to be around others like themselves.

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Men With Pens

JULY 18, 2010

Once it’s in your blood, you can never go back. Master the basics, slow down and pay attention to details. Never look back. You glance back over your shoulder to check if the pole’s down. I still consider myself one even though it’s been a few years since I’ve ridden and worked with horses.

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Men With Pens

APRIL 20, 2010

Look at the people who have almost obsessive cult-followings. The people who have started their own movements and revolutions. The people whose fans would knife you if you said an ill word against their favorite blogger. Realize something with me: We are not looking for perfection. Realize something with me: We are not looking for perfection.

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Backlinko

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

In this guide, I’ll cover: What E-E-A-T actually is Its core elements The different levels of E-E-A-T according to Google’s Quality Rater Guidelines The best ways for you to improve your site’s E-E-A-T My aim is to tell you everything you need to know about Google E-E-A-T and how to make it work for you. What Is E-E-A-T?

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The Creative Penn

APRIL 15, 2024

What can authors learn from the adoption of AI into the music industry? What are some of the ways musicians are making money in the fractured creator economy? Tristra Newyear Yeager gives her thoughts in this interview. You can also subscribe to the Kobo Writing Life podcast for interviews with successful indie authors.

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Neil Patel

MARCH 28, 2023

These days, if you’re looking for one of the best platforms to reach your customers, then Facebook could be your answer. Driving customers—not just visitors—to your landing page is the best way to make sales. Driving customers—not just visitors—to your landing page is the best way to make sales.

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Shane Millar is the author of urban fantasy thrillers and craft guides for writers, as well as a story coach and editor. Different writing processes for fiction and non-fiction How the basics of marketing don’t change and what is working for Shane since he started earlier in 2022, 15 years after Joanna. Show Notes. Welcome, Shane.

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

So welcome back to the show, Derek. And I mean, you and I go way back. Generative art tools like DALL-E, Midjourney, and Stable Diffusion are taking AI art into the mainstream. What are the opportunities for authors? What are the problems and controversies to be aware of? I talk about these issues and more with Derek Murphy.

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Men With Pens

JANUARY 10, 2010

Experts” of every stripe are leaping out of every corner, telling people what to do, insisting that their way is the only way to do it, claiming they know the real truth about business or medicine or law. As Berkeley says, they’re all crying out that they tell the truth, but few of them actually bother to put in the effort to really do it.

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ProBlogger

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

This guest post is by the Blog Tyrant. And while some of you will be thinking that word “affiliates&# sounds dirty and underhanded, I’m here to tell you that affiliate marketing is actually one of the most honest ways to make money on the Web. Use your blog to grow an email list. photo credit: Esparta. How it works.

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Content Marketing Institute

NOVEMBER 19, 2017

This guide reveals this year’s top books for: Content marketing newcomers and holdouts – If you’re a newcomer to content marketing or dealing with holdout clients, management, and prospects who still need convincing , you’ll find an informed overview of the basics of content marketing and tips for getting started.

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ProBlogger

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Do you already have a blog, and want to expand into another medium? The post 276: How to Start a Successful Podcast appeared first on ProBlogger. Learn How to Start a Successful Podcast. Then why not start a podcast? And to help me answer all those questions I called on an expert. Craig Hewitt is the founder of Podcast Motor and Castos.

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The Creative Penn

DECEMBER 19, 2022

In the intro, USA Today list is on indefinite hiatus [ US News ]; Paid for bestseller list ; Recommended books ; My scallop shell custom ornamental break ; A Midwinter Sacrifice ; The Author’s Mindset Podcast ; What do you do if your book isn’t selling? So welcome back to the show, Jane. I'm so delighted to be back. Show Notes.

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Moz

MAY 22, 2019

Clients in least-populated areas need to capture every customer they can get to be viable, including locals, new neighbors, and passers-through. For your rural roster, prepare to scale way back. Today, I’d like to help you explore your opportunities of serving rural and very small town clients. Everything in moderation.

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Moz

APRIL 3, 2019

Do you start a blog? Posted by AlliBerry3 There’s a lot to consider when creating a content strategy in 2019. Not only is there more competition than ever online, but there are so many types of content and ways to reach your target audience. Do you podcast? Should you focus on research studies or whitepapers? But the work doesn’t stop there.

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The Creative Penn

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

In the intro, I comment on ‘A concerning trend of AI-generated submissions' to short story market, Clarkesworld , and the ‘tsunami of crap' all over again [ JA Konrath ], and how we can use AI tools in a responsible manner. After many years of people saying, “AI can never be creative, AI could never write fiction (i.e.

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Content Marketing Institute

AUGUST 1, 2018

When you look at the library of content you publish, is it a string of somewhat-related blog posts, videos and more — or do all the pieces work together to tell a better, broader story? Of course (to poorly paraphrase Robert Rose), you want your editorial to tell one story instead of each piece being disconnected from the rest.

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