Content Is NOT King! • Blogging Bites #1

If you have been a blogger for any amount of time, I am sure you have seen and read some of the gazillion posts online about "How to Blog" or 'How to boost traffic." And at the top of almost every single list post is "Content is king." I swear if I see that ONE MORE TIME I'm going to loose it. Content is NOT king and I find the original phrase very vague and deceptive. It leaves the reader with more questions than answers.

If you have been a blogger for any amount of time, I am sure you have seen and read some of the gazillion posts online about “How to Blog” or ‘How to boost traffic.” And at the top of almost every single list post is “Content is king.” I swear if I see that ONE MORE TIME I’m going to loose it. Content is NOT king.

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How To Brand Free Stock Photos For Your Blog

The one thing that can set bloggers apart from their competition and attract oodles of readers/clients is a visually appealing blog and consistent brand experience across all social media platforms. If you are trying to create a brand for your blog using free stock photos, I've got a few simple tips and tricks that will make the images you use get noticed, look customized and get shared on social media.

If you are trying to create a brand for your blog using free stock photos, I’ve got a few simple tips and tricks that will make the images you use get noticed, look customized and get shared on social media.

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25+ Amazing Sites For Beautiful, High Resolution Free Stock Photos

A great looking blog can reflect your brand and create a sort of ambience that makes readers want to connect with you and become a regular visitor. I have created a list of the best free stock photo sites for bloggers that I use almost every day! Every blogging niche can find amazing images on these sites to use on their blogs and to create gorgeous looking pins.

If you are looking for great images for your blog, I have the list for you! I have rounded up the best free stock photos sites for bloggers that I use almost every day! These beautiful, high resolution photos are going to take your blog up a notch.

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5 Questions You Need To Answer To Rock Your Blog

Regardless of whether you need to totally change direction or just need a check-up to get you motivated about where your blog is headed, these questions are meant to sharpen your focus and help you plan the next steps ahead. When you become in tune with your blog, it is magic. That is how you rock your blog.

Regardless of whether you need to totally change direction or just need a check-up to get you motivated about where your blog is headed, these questions are meant to sharpen your focus and help you plan the next steps ahead. When you become in tune with your blog, it is magic. That is how you rock your blog.

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65 Easy Pinterest Tasks You Need To Do Right Now

Are you struggling with Pinterest? Want to grow your Pinterest followers and drive traffic like crazy to your blog? Pinterest is a very powerful social media tool. I have grown my Pinterest account to 5,000 followers in six months and Pinterest drives 1,000’s of refers to my blog daily. Here is my master list of 65 Pinterest tips & tricks that can yield you the same results.

The ultimate list of Pinterest tips. 65 quick and easy Pinterest tasks to do right NOW to grow your Pinterest followers, increase engagement and drive traffic to your site.

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7 Scary Self-Hosted Blog Truths You Need To Know

There is a huge learning curve to starting a self-hosted blog. Knowing these 7 blogging truths should help you make it a success.

I can’t believe it has been a whole year since I migrated from WordPress.com to a self-hosted blog at WordPress.org. What a journey! It hasn’t been easy. I have made a lot of mistakes and I have learned so much. So much that half the time I forget stuff. Lucky I take notes and bookmark […]

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The War In The Mommy Bloggers’ Community

The mommy bloggers community is up in arms about a recent post from former alumni, Josie Denise, pushing it to almost viral status.

Unless you have been living under a rock for the last week, you are well aware of a post written by Josi Denise, directed at the mommy bloggers’ community. In fact, it has sparked great discussion amongst bloggers from all niches and has sent her post viral. Whether you are one of her backers or […]

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Pinterest Algorithm Changes • How Do They Affect You?

If you are a seasoned pinner, you may have noticed a significant drop in traffic originating from Pinterest since the beginning of March. It's not you. You are not imaging it or doing something wrong. Bloggers in Facebook groups everywhere are voicing their frustrations.

Pinterest News Flash! Update: March If you are a seasoned pinner, you may have noticed a significant drop in traffic originating from Pinterest since the beginning of March. It’s not you. You are not imaging it or doing something wrong. Bloggers in Facebook groups everywhere are voicing their frustrations.  Pinterest has changed its algorithm and […]

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7 Sure-Fire Ways To Keep Your Blog Business Moving Forward During Holidays

Are you looking forward to the holidays? I know I am. It is a time to re-connect with family and friends (in real 3-D life) and take a little breather from a blogging year well done. It was crispy at some parts and a little undercooked in others, but never the less done, D O N […]

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25+ Incredibly Useful Tasks To Increase Your Blog Traffic

Promoting on social media can be exhausting and never-ending. Use your time wisely! Grow your blog followers and increase your traffic with these 25 incredibly useful tasks. #bloggingtips #increasetraffic

Do you think the only way to grow your blog audience is to promote till the cows come home, every single day? How much time do you spend on social media? One hour? Two? More? Social media promotion is a necessary evil for all bloggers. You have to get your name and blog out there […]

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