Top methods of promoting your blog

cup-mug-desk-officeThe arrival of the internet has meant that it’s now easier than ever to express yourself thanks to blogs that are easy to set up and can also provide a little pocket money should you choose to feature some advertising.

But what can you do to not get lost in the abyss of Google’s search rankings? Here are some tips from blogs that range from sites offering blackjack games to fun and friendly lifestyle blogs!

Consistency

The hardest thing to achieve with a blog is a consistently good output of content. The only way that award-winning lifestyle blogs such as Chapter Friday have been able to climb up the search rankings is by delivering a daily output of readable and relevant content. As most blogs tend to run out of steam in the first three months, it’s important to realize that if you want your blog to succeed, you’re going to have be in it for the long-haul!

Stay relevant

Another trick to boost your ratings is to try and tailor your content to current events that the global populace are interested in. Whether it’s the Oscars or a big sporting event, it not only can provide fresh inspiration, but also will attract new visitors. So whether it’s Who What Wear commenting on the latest looks at the Golden Globe awards, or merely a quick commentary on the latest showbiz scandal, staying up-to-date is key to making your site more attractive to new visitors.

Lists

One of the strange things about the internet is the way that it proves that humans love lists. Not only do they prepare readers for what to expect, but they help deliver information in handy, bite-sized chunks too. Lists are great for quickly covering a lot of information whether they be a top three tips for hair fitness or even features like Lucky Nugget Casino’s 2015’s top 5 gambling gifts for Christmas that features in their blog alongside a massive range of online games. So if you’re trying to get people to read your blog on beauty or blackjack, list are a great place to start!

Make friends

And finally, the best way to get heard is to reach out to like-minded souls and use the communicative powers of the web to rise above the deafening buzz of the internet. Linking to sites that you like in the main body of your text is a great way to get noticed, and the positioning of keywords in a blog can have dramatic consequences on your page ranking.

So whether you’re running a blog about blackjack games, or merely posting snapshots of your latest hairdo, be sure to stay relevant and consistent, use lists and get social in your bid for blogging glory!

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  1. Jen,

    Consistency is one thing that I always struggle with when running my blog. I seem to have some articles that are really great and others that are just so-so. I think I really need to focus on quality over quantity, but sometimes it is really hard to balance it!
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