Blogging Tips for Beginners

For bloggers who are just getting started, it can be hard to know where to start or what pitfalls to avoid. It may seem like you need a lot of knowledge about blogging before you can get started - but the truth is that anyone can blog, even if they're new to it. Here's our list of the top three things every beginning blogger needs to know in order to get started.

How to write SEO-friendly posts

One of the best ways to get your blog posts ranked in Google's search engine is by writing a compelling, SEO-friendly post. The first step is to write a title that doesn't have too many words and is descriptive, but impactful. Next, create a header with a catchy summary of what the article will be about. Finally, it's important to always use keywords that are relevant to your article's subject matter as often as possible throughout the post.

How often should you post on your blog?

Posts should be published on a schedule so that readers know when to expect new content. Some successful bloggers post around 3-5 times a week, while others post once or twice a month. The frequency of your posts depends on your goals.

What are posts best for?

Usually, a post is best for a specific niche or problem. For instance, a blog on cooking may have a post about how to cook a turkey, while one on writing may have tips for writers.

When should you publish new content on your blog?

You may publish on a schedule, on-demand, or on a case-by-case basis. If you publish on a schedule, it's best to stick to publishing at the same time every day. Publishing on demand is when you publish content in response to an event - for example when you answer questions submitted by your audience or blog about something related to your industry that occurred recently. When you publish content on a case-by-case basis, it's best to post when there are changes but otherwise be very selective in what you're posting.

Why do blogs need social media links?

Blogs that include a social media link have been shown to gain more traffic from followers. Links from Google+, Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn have been proven to drive traffic for blogs.