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5 of the Biggest Roadblocks Facing Today’s Bloggers

Whether you have started writing a blog for your existing business or blogging is your business, it is one of the best ways to get more exposure online. And others make it seem so easy! Just write a few posts and the traffic starts flooding in. If only it was that simple. Today’s bloggers face […]

4 Expert Tips for Faster Proofreading

Marketing, Writing

Proofreading your blog post is like doing laundry. No one likes making time for it but if you don’t you’re left with only dirty clothes to wear tomorrow. It’s a necessary evil if you want to ensure your writing is polished and professional. But what if you could take this mind-numbing task and make it […]

10 Easy Ways to Discover Great Blog Topics

Content Marketing, Marketing, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Writing

Stumped on what to write about? It’s easy to get stuck in a writing block when it comes to your blog. And not knowing what to write about only makes the process of generating great posts even more difficult. Finding ways to come up with engaging topics can help you write faster while still creating […]

How to Establish a More Modern Print Ad Campaign

Advertising, Marketing, Print Marketing, Writing

Some marketing experts say print marketing is a lost cause. The days of catalogs and mailers have been replaced with websites and Facebook ads. And while online promotions are quickly becoming the leading way to boost your business, print still has its place in every good marketing program. In order to make print ad campaigns […]

Why Outdated Posts are Hurting Your Chance at Success

Brand Strategy, Content Marketing, Marketing, Web Development, Writing

If your website has been around for a while, you probably have more than your fair share of outdated posts. Even sites that would be considered “newer” may have a few posts that are not very useful. While our first thought might be to leave well enough alone, these outdated posts could actually be hurting […]

The DOs and DON’Ts of Building a Customer Experience Strategy

Marketing, Strategize, Writing

Most marketing professionals would tell you that one of the best ways to ensure success is to create a business culture that is focused on your most important asset – the customer. Crafting an experience that they enjoy and want to come back to time and time again is important. It’s what creates sustainable growth […]

How to Get Your Customers to Read Your Weekly Blog Posts

Content Marketing, Marketing, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Strategize, Writing

As a small business owner you probably already know how important it is to maintain a healthy marketing presence. It is a surefire way to stay engaged with your customers and remain on the top of their list when it comes to your particular service or industry. A great way to promote your company is […]

5 Things to Do Before Launching Your Blog

Brand Strategy, Marketing, Web Development, Writing

Taking that big leap of publishing your blog can be terrifying. Is it ready for the world to see? Have you done the right things to make it successful? While there is certainly room to tweak it as you go establishing some basics will ensure your blog gets starts on the right foot. Here are […]

How to Get Better Results with Your Cold Emails

Email Marketing, Marketing, Strategize, Writing

The art of the perfect cold email is one that mystifies most. It can be hard to jump right in and write a message to someone who doesn’t know who you are and might possibly not even care. But nonetheless finding new prospects is important and a writing these cold emails is a risk worth […]

4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Starting a Blog

Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Social Media Marketing, Web Development, Writing

Are you considering starting a new blog? A blog can offer a valuable way to reach more people online while increasing your SEO rankings. It can also be intimidating and overwhelming for the average business owner. Before completely committing to another to-do, you must first consider if a blog is the right next step for […]

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