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Easy Beginner Blogger Tips to Get You Started
  • Blogging Fundamentals
  • Dan Swords
  • July 22, 2023

Easy Beginner Blogging Tips to Get You Started

Are you just starting out in the world of blogging and feeling a little overwhelmed? Don’t worry! I have put together a few beginner blogging tips to help you get started on the right foot. Whether you’re a complete newbie…

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Focus on your SEO to increase your ranking on Google.
  • SEO & Visibility
  • Dan Swords
  • July 15, 2023

SEO Checklist for Blogs: 10 Simple Ways to Improve Rankings

If you want your content to perform better in search, following a simple SEO checklist for blogs before you publish can make a real difference. Small details like keyword placement, internal links, headings, and readability all help search engines understand…

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  • Blogging Strategy & Growth
  • Dan Swords
  • July 8, 2023

Why Blogs Fail: The Real Reasons Promising Bloggers Quit

Many people start a blog with the dream of making money, but when they concentrate solely on monetizing their website, they don't realize that it's the content that will actually drive traffic and make them money. This is why blogs fail.

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  • Blogging Strategy & Growth
  • Dan Swords
  • June 30, 2023
  • 4 Comments

10 Qualities of a Great Blog Post That Drives Results

Let’s be honest: we’ve all clicked on a blog post that promised the moon but it delivered a soggy sandwich. Whether you’re writing for a business or building a personal brand, understanding the qualities of a great blog post is…

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A blue compass pointing to the word “Strategy,” symbolizing the direction and focus provided by a simple blogging checklist.
  • Blogging Strategy & Growth
  • Dan Swords
  • March 6, 2023

A Simple Blogging Checklist for Beginners

I’ve come to realize there’s a big difference between writing and blogging. Forgetting why I’m sitting down to write can be the difference between a successful post and one that falls flat. That’s why I’ve started using a simple blogging…

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  • Blogging Strategy & Growth
  • Dan Swords
  • February 25, 2023

How to Craft CTAs That Deliver Real Results

If you’re learning how to use a call to action, you’re already ahead. Most bloggers share useful information, but forget to tell readers what to do next. A call to action (CTA) is the simple instruction that guides readers toward…

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A blog is a website dedicated to your thoughts.
  • Blogging Fundamentals
  • Dan Swords
  • February 20, 2022

Why Start a Blog in 2026? Real Benefits for Creators Over 50

If you’re wondering why start a blog in 2026, you’re probably also wondering if it’s already too late. That was my question too. I had doubts about rebuilding my site. I mean, come on, I’m 63 this year. Will this…

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  • Blogging Strategy & Growth
  • Dan Swords
  • February 8, 2022

How to Monetize a Website Without Losing Your Mind

Everyone wants to learn how to monetize your website. Ads, affiliate links, digital products. It all sounds simple. Build a site, add a few links, and the money shows up. That’s the story people tell. But here’s the part no…

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Increase your social media following by mastering the art of storytelling.
  • Social Media & Promotion
  • Dan Swords
  • February 6, 2022

How to Use X for Engagement: Simple Tips That Actually Work

If you’re trying to figure out how to use X for engagement, you’re not alone. Most people still think of it as Twitter, and honestly, the basics haven’t changed as much as you’d think. What has changed is how crowded…

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