Steps to a Better Blog

The key thing to remember is to not focus on the present and just write about hot topics. The life of a hot topic is short. When you write content that is timeless it will easily be read now and for years to come. Try to include something timeless when you are writing about ahot topic.

 Create a focus with your headline. The headline is the first thing a user reads. A headline is the bait to your article. If your headline is good that will lead the reader to your article. If it is boring then readers will most likely stop reading.

 Try to remain specific in you blog. If you have a variety of skills don’t try to include them all in one blog. You will lose your readers interest and eventually dissolve your brand.

 Try to create a habit and become constant. Readers will begin to expect you and your topics to be there and will be disappointed if you are not. Develop self-discipline and maintain a regular posting routine. You may need to experiment to find a pace that fits for you. Bloggers post two to three articles a day, some only one a week, and others two to three a week – you decide what is comfortable for you.

 The length of your articles will be determined by your skills and habits. Don’t copy articles create articles and use trial an error to determine what succeeds for you. Articles can range from one hundred twenty-five words to up to three thousand words. You have to find the post size that you are comfortable with and that gets your information across.

 Write about what you know. Your experience is the most valuable asset you have when it comes to blogging. Don’t act like a know-it-all. Don’t try to present yourself as perfect.

 Try to write with your readers in mind. If you want followers you have to write things that they will benefit from. If you are just writing for yourself, or to benefit yourself, then just write a diary.

 Develop a strategy when you begin to blog. You should set goals and evaluate how you are doing from time to time. You should focus on your main goal.

 Allow your readers to create comments, email you or post comments on twitter. You can also ask your readers what they want from yourblog. The more information you have the more successful you may become.

 Try to make a presence out of your blog. Your blog is not just a bunch of topics or a collection of articles. You must create a presence for it to be successful.

 Write your articles in manageable chunks. Break down large posts into smaller posts. This will help with SEO and be more easily read.

 Always link back to yourself. Don’t just rely on being discovered – link to yourself whenever you can.

 Develop your writing skills by doing writing exercises. Write how to’s, 100 lists, personal stories, anything to expand your skills beyond what you currently have.