Ok, here’s the truth: the secrets for growing a successful blog are not really secrets. I know, right? Whaaaat? For years I wandered the interwebs, trying to find out the secrets for growing my blog. I tried this class and that book and those tips and these proven methods. Nuthin’. Then Pinterest came along and…
If you want your blog post to see the most traffic, you must offer your readers the most value. When a new reader comes to your site and finds a post she loves what does she take away? Is it knowledge? Is it the ability to share what she’s learned? Is it a clear pathway…
In a big noisy blogging world, visual graphics speak loudly. The blogosphere is a busy place. Those whose voices are being heard know something you need to know: graphics matter. Stunning images abound on the web. With all the free access bloggers have to sites catering to them, it is unforgivable not to use quality graphics and learn…
Commenting on a blog is the first step in relationship building. Good writers put a lot of effort into writing blog posts that attract attention and encourage comments. When you find a post you enjoy, the best way to build a relationship with the writer is to leave a comment. Unfortunately, social media hasn’t done bloggers…
Consistent branding can push your blog to new levels. With consistency, your readers and followers begin to identify you with your brand. Your branding method may be a logo, a hashtag, a color scheme or a picture. It may be all of the above. Whatever you decide, make it consistent so that your audience can begin…
Spontaneity is a wonderful quality to have. But not for your blog. Everyone loves the idea of throwing caution to the wind and letting themselves go, captive only to the currents or the breeze or the next train. To which I say, super. That’s a lovely dream and a fun way to live, for about…
Shades and hues color your life. From the pure blue of the sky to the rich brown coffee in your mug, you are awash in color in all you do. Colors evoke specific emotions, ranging from the joy of Christmas red to the warmth of autumn orange. Color even plays a role in your decision making…
I get a lot of questions about the elements of good blog design. The truth is, you can have a great blog without spending a lot of money. So, what makes one blog good and another great? Is it the template? The colors? The fonts? Maybe it’s the layout or the goodies in the sidebar. No,…