- if you are not, start blogging today
- write about something that you love
- if you are serious about blogging buy your own domain
- make sure your domain name is equal to your blog name
- use a short and easy to remember name
- use WordPress
- use WordPress plugins
- blog with consistency
- write at least 5 posts a week
- proofread
- proofread one more time
- interact with other bloggers
- leave meaningful comments
- leave funny comments
- leave the first comment
- backup your blog
- get rid of the sidebar calendar
- choose your niche wisely, not too big and not too small
- participate in online forums
- put a link on your signature
- use blog carnivals
- content is king
- customize your blog template
- use trackbacks
- simplicity is the way to go
- leverage social bookmarks
- consider joining a blog network
- write “Top 10″ lists
- use tags
- use pings
- write “How to” articles
- make your posts scannable
- list your blog on directories
- ask questions to your readers
- use Feedburner
- use sense of humor
- be generous
- encourage readers to subscribe
- have some spare posts for emergencies
- encourage readers to digg your posts
- put an RSS subscription icon on every single page
- use “series” of posts
- return comments
- return links
- use readable fonts
- gather .edu and .gov backlinks
- break long posts in more parts
- experiment with different revenue sources
- write “pillar articles“
- use Google Analytics
- study those numbers
- use email interviews
- be yourself
- avoid duplicate content
- use an RSS reader
- read as many blogs as possible
- focus on timeless content
- have an “About” page
- have a picture of yourself on the “About” page
- crate your own “Advertise Here” page
- use meta tags wisely
- learn the basics of SEO
- use pictures whenever possible
- create value for your readers
- place ads wisely
- be patient
- consider getting a co-blogger
- submit your articles to directories
- share what has worked for you
- share what has not worked for you
- read Problogger.net
- do not clutter your sidebar with icons
- get rid of looooong blogrolls
- experiment with Google Adsense
- experiment with Text-Link-Ads
- link to other blogs as often as possible
- make it easy for visitors to contact you
- use titles effectively
- offer email subscriptions
- always answer to questions
- always answer to comments
- use Technorati
- enable subscription to comments
- offer useful tools or resources
- write with a personal touch
- become an expert in your niche
- do not rely on “linking posts”
- always give your opinion
- use simple colors
- participate in blogging projects
- get to know other bloggers personally
- list your best articles
- have a voice
- organize your categories
- talk directly to your readers
- make your URL structure efficient
- put functional links on your footer
- mention your sources or references
- do monthly roundups
- consider adding podcasts
- create a “101 list”
7 comments:
Well articulated. Some questions:
17, 73 – Why?
Couldn’t 2 and 18 be somewhat of a problem, taken together?
and 57 – What was that about proofreading
Yehuda
wow! thanks!
#102. Keep It Simple Stupid (KISS)
and 101 tips is keeping it simple! Well done (seriously)
I’m printing this one out now and putting it on my wall by the PC.
Yehuda, just corrected item 57, now you know why I mentioned proofread twice!
jd, I agree with KISS, a good add to the list.
Ashish, thanks, I definitely feed your blog also.
Nice list – I like how short each entry was. If I made a list, one would be so long – about 5 lines by the time I stated exactly what I wanted to say, that the list would be actually boring instead of intriguing… kind of like this post! lol – nice list, I’ll check out your blog since someone said it rocked… VJ in Thailand
ok.ok. But too many rules, could you not have it made it to 5 or 10. I agree on duplicate contents, know your readers and speak looking at their eyes! Hope you provide a thorough guide for the newcomers, just plain list would not work.
I’ve just attended last week Internet Marketing workshop about how to create, post and of course earn money from blog. Your detailed list help a lot especially for the beginner like me. Hope I can receive some information about blogging. More power! Thanks.
My first thought when I saw the title of 101 Blog Tips was that the list would be overwhelming. But the tips are short and to the point. I was glad to see that I am already doing some of your tips . I plain on gradually implementing more tips until I work my way through your list.
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