{"id":165329,"date":"2023-09-27T03:34:49","date_gmt":"2023-09-27T08:34:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/?p=165329"},"modified":"2025-06-23T11:17:55","modified_gmt":"2025-06-23T16:17:55","slug":"blogging-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/blogging-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"23 Beginner Blogging Tips to Get Better at Blogging (Fast)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"intro-txt\">If you want to get better at blogging, you need a proven list of blogging tips that are effective and practical, yet beginner friendly.<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That list is on this&nbsp;page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try these blogging tips to become a better blogger and attract the loyal following you deserve.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2>Blogging tips for beginners<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><a title=\"1. Establish a niche for your blog\" href=\"#establish-a-niche-for-your-blog\">Establish a niche for your&nbsp;blog<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"2. Choose a blogging platform\" href=\"#Choose-a-blogging-platform\">Choose a blogging platform<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"3. Know your audience\" href=\"#know-your-audience\">Know your audience<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"4. Cover popular search topics\" href=\"#cover-popular-search-topics\">Cover popular search topics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"5. Create compelling headlines\" href=\"#create-compelling-headlines\">Create compelling headlines<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"6. Craft an intro with a strong hook\" href=\"#craft-an-intro-with-a-hook\">Craft an intro with a strong hook<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"7. Focus on readability\" href=\"#focus-on-readability\">Focus on readability<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"8. Create a detailed outline\" href=\"#create-a-detailed-outline\">Create a detailed outline<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"9. Cover your competitors\u2019 popular topics\" href=\"#cover-your-competitors-popular-topics\">Cover your competitors\u2019 popular topics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"10. Get feedback on your content\" href=\"#get-feedback-on-your-content\">Get feedback on your content<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"11. Create an editorial calendar\" href=\"#create-an-editorial-calendar\">Create an editorial calendar<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"12. Share your blog posts on social media\" href=\"#share-your-blog-posts-on-social-media\">Share your blog posts on social media<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"13. Build your email list\" href=\"#build-your-email-list\">Build your email&nbsp;list<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"14. Use AI for simple blogging tasks\" href=\"#use-ai-for-simple-blogging-tasks\">Use AI for simple blogging tasks<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"15. Actively promote your&nbsp;blog\" href=\"#actively-promote-your&nbsp;blog\">Actively promote your&nbsp;blog<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"16. Monitor your blog\u2019s performance\" href=\"#monitor-your-blogs-performance\">Monitor your blog\u2019s performance<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"17. Optimize your monetization strategy\" href=\"#optimize-your-monetization-strategy\">Optimize your monetization strategy<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"18. Include quotes from experts\" href=\"#include-quotes-from-experts\">Include quotes from experts<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"19. Use examples to clarify concepts\" href=\"#use-examples-to-clarify-concepts\">Use examples to clarify concepts<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"20. Use internal links\" href=\"#use-internal-links\">Use internal links<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"21. Refresh older content\" href=\"#refresh-older-content\">Refresh older content<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"22. Optimize for search intent\" href=\"#optimize-for-search-intent\">Optimize for search intent<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"23. Start a \u201cwrite 100 blog posts\u201d project\" href=\"#start-a-write-blog-posts-project\">Start a \u201cwrite 100 blog posts\u201d project<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:post-content --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"1. Establish a niche for your blog\" data-section=\"establish-a-niche-for-your-blog\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Establish a niche for your&nbsp;blog<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Establishing a niche is important because it helps you attract readers who have a common interest around a topic. By going too broad, you\u2019ll spread yourself thin, making it harder to gain meaningful traction.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>The niche you choose will come down to a balancing act between three things:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Passion or personal interest<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Reach<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Profit potential<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Passion or personal interest:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Choosing a niche that you have at least some interest in is important because it can significantly impact your motivation and long-term commitment to your blog. If you\u2019re uninterested in the topics you write about, it will show in your blog content.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Reach:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Choosing a broad niche (recipes) will expand your potential reach. But you\u2019ll be competing against the behemoths of the Internet.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>If you pick a niche that\u2019s too narrow (Indian tomato chicken), it\u2019ll be easier to stand out in your niche because there\u2019s less competition. But you\u2019ll severely limit your blog\u2019s reach potential.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s best to choose something in between (bbq chicken recipes) where there\u2019s potential to expand laterally (bbq beef recipes).<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Profit potential:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>If you hope to <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/making-money-blogging\/\">make money blogging<\/a>, you\u2019ll want to choose a niche where there\u2019s some level of commerciality. You can get a rough idea by Googling key phrases related to your&nbsp;niche.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>If there are ads, it\u2019s a telltale sign that the topic has commerciality \u2013 why else would people be paying Google to appear for those queries?<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>But if you only see regular organic listings, then you may want to reconsider your&nbsp;niche.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Ideally, you\u2019ll want to find something in the middle where you don\u2019t sacrifice on the \u201cpassion or personal interest\u201d quadrant.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image {\"id\":167248} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1546\" class=\"wp-image-167248\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-to-find-a-good-blog-niche.png\" alt=\"How to find a good blog niche\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-to-find-a-good-blog-niche.png 1600w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-to-find-a-good-blog-niche-440x425.png 440w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-to-find-a-good-blog-niche-768x742.png 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-to-find-a-good-blog-niche-1536x1484.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\"><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Read our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/blog-niche\/\">finding a good blog niche<\/a> for a more thorough guide.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"2. Choose a blogging platform\" data-section=\"Choose-a-blogging-platform\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Choose a blogging platform<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>A blogging platform, often referred to as a content management system (CMS), is where you\u2019ll write and publish content, upload images, and respond to blog comments. There are many platforms you can choose from, most of which are free. The most popular self-hosted ones&nbsp;are:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/\">WordPress<\/a> (the one we&nbsp;use)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ghost.org\/\">Ghost<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drupal.org\/\">Drupal<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.joomla.org\/\">Joomla<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>If you can\u2019t decide, consider using WordPress. Roughly <a href=\"https:\/\/colorlib.com\/wp\/wordpress-statistics\/\">43%<\/a> of all websites are built on it and there are <a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/\">tens of thousands of free plugins<\/a> to extend the functionality of your&nbsp;blog.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"3. Know your audience\" data-section=\"know-your-audience\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Know your audience<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>The most successful bloggers know and attract their ideal readers. This is possible when you gain a deep understanding of your target audience.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Your audience defines the language you use, the tips you share, and the examples you&nbsp;give.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>For example, let\u2019s say that travel blog A, a blog for budget travelers, writes a blog post on tips for overseas flights. One of those tips might be to search for one way flights through alternative hubs to save&nbsp;money.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Compare that with travel blog B \u2013 a blog for business travelers. They can write a post on the same topic, but one of their tips might be to upgrade your ticket to business class using points.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>If you don\u2019t know who your target audience is, then you\u2019re essentially writing blind. Don\u2019t ignore this fundamental blogging tip and take the time to research who your audience is. Read our post on creating <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/how-to-create-a-buyer-persona\/\">buyer personas<\/a> to learn&nbsp;how.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"4. Cover popular search topics\" data-section=\"cover-popular-search-topics\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Cover popular search topics<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/seo-statistics\/\">53.3% of all website traffic<\/a> comes from organic results in search engines like Google. That makes <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/how-to-rank-higher-on-google\/\">ranking high on Google<\/a> for topics that people <em>regularly<\/em> search for a proven way to get consistent traffic.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>The process of finding these blog post ideas is called keyword research.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to do&nbsp;it:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list {\"ordered\":true} --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Go to a keyword research tool like <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/keywords-explorer\">Keywords Explorer<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>Enter a niche-relevant keyword<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>Go to the Matching terms report<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>Switch the tab to Questions to find blog post&nbsp;ideas<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>Choose topics based on traffic potential (estimated potential traffic if you were to rank #1)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image {\"id\":167249} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1450\" height=\"1130\" class=\"wp-image-167249\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-to-find-keywords-people-are-searching-for.jpg\" alt=\"How to find keywords people are searching for\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-to-find-keywords-people-are-searching-for.jpg 1450w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-to-find-keywords-people-are-searching-for-545x425.jpg 545w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-to-find-keywords-people-are-searching-for-768x599.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1450px) 100vw, 1450px\"><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>If you don\u2019t have an Ahrefs account, you can try our <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/keyword-generator\">free keyword generator<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"5. Create compelling headlines\" data-section=\"create-compelling-headlines\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Create compelling headlines<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>A click is what separates your audience from your content. And the number one thing that influences a click is your headline.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Start with a working headline and then use the ABC formula to create a click worthy headline.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>A<\/strong>: Adjective<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>B<\/strong>: Benefit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>C<\/strong>: Confidence booster<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>For example, if your working headline is \u201c10 SEO Tips\u201d, your final product might look like&nbsp;this.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image {\"id\":167250} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"350\" class=\"wp-image-167250\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/word-image-167247-3.png\" alt=\"ABC headline formula\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/word-image-167247-3.png 2048w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/word-image-167247-3-680x116.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/word-image-167247-3-768x131.png 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/word-image-167247-3-1536x263.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\"><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"6. Craft an intro with a strong hook\" data-section=\"craft-an-intro-with-a-hook\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Craft an intro with a strong hook<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Your headline has done its job and earned the click. Now it\u2019s your intro\u2019s turn to hook your readers and get them to keep reading.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Use the PAS formula to do&nbsp;that.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image {\"id\":167251} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1429\" class=\"wp-image-167251\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-pas-formula.png\" alt=\"The PAS formula\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-pas-formula.png 1600w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-pas-formula-476x425.png 476w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-pas-formula-768x686.png 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-pas-formula-1536x1372.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\"><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>First, you define the problem:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image {\"id\":167252} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"700\" class=\"wp-image-167252\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-pas-formula-problem.png\" alt=\"The PAS formula - Problem\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-pas-formula-problem.png 1600w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-pas-formula-problem-680x298.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-pas-formula-problem-768x336.png 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-pas-formula-problem-1536x672.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\"><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Next, you agitate it:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image {\"id\":167253} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"701\" class=\"wp-image-167253\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-pas-formula-agitate.png\" alt=\"The PAS formula - Agitate\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-pas-formula-agitate.png 1600w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-pas-formula-agitate-680x298.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-pas-formula-agitate-768x336.png 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-pas-formula-agitate-1536x673.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\"><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Then, you offer a solution:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image {\"id\":167254} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"772\" class=\"wp-image-167254\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-pas-formula-solution.png\" alt=\"The PAS formula - Solution\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-pas-formula-solution.png 1600w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-pas-formula-solution-680x328.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-pas-formula-solution-768x371.png 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-pas-formula-solution-1536x741.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\"><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"7. Focus on readability\" data-section=\"focus-on-readability\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Focus on readability<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Readability improves user experience. This is important because if your readers can follow, skim, and understand your content, they\u2019re more likely to read, engage, and even buy your products.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a list of blogging best practices to instantly improve readability:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Use <strong>short sentences and paragraphs.<\/strong> Avoid \u201cwalls of&nbsp;text\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Use <strong>bullets and numbered lists<\/strong> to cater to skimmers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Use <strong>descriptive subheadings (H2\u2013H6) <\/strong>for hierarchy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Use <strong>images and videos<\/strong> (where needed) to break up the&nbsp;text<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Choose <strong>simple words<\/strong> that everyone can understand<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Write as you speak<\/strong> to make things conversational<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Read your copy out loud<\/strong> (when editing) to smooth the&nbsp;flow<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"8. Create a detailed outline\" data-section=\"create-a-detailed-outline\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Create a detailed outline<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>An outline is a critical tool for bloggers which helps keep your thoughts organized. There are 3 main parts to include in your outline.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>1. Introduction<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Use the introduction to hook your readers so they\u2019ll want to continue reading. If you\u2019re using the PAS formula from <a href=\"#craft-an-irresistible-intro-with-a&nbsp;hook\">blogging tip 6<\/a>, then jot down some details for your problem, agitating point, and solution.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Body<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>This is where you\u2019ll go into details and deliver on any promises made in your introduction. Start by jotting down the ideas you have. Then categorize and order them to create a well-structured article.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re having trouble coming up with subtopics, go to Google and search for your main topic. Then look at some of the competing articles and look for common subtopics they talk&nbsp;about.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Wrap up your main points and bring closure to any problems you stated in your introduction.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>An outline is a blogger\u2019s defense against writer\u2019s block. Don\u2019t skip&nbsp;this.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"9. Cover your competitors\u2019 popular topics\" data-section=\"cover-your-competitors-popular-topics\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Cover your competitors\u2019 popular topics<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>One of the best places to find proven blog post ideas is on your competitors\u2019 sites. They\u2019ve already done the keyword research, content writing and ranking using SEO. So all you have to do is find which topics send them the most traffic, and then write your own piece of content on the&nbsp;topic.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Competitor research can be done with a tool like Site Explorer. Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list {\"ordered\":true} --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Go to <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/site-explorer\">Site Explorer<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>Enter your competitor\u2019s domain<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>Go to <strong>Top Pages<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image {\"id\":167255} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1125\" class=\"wp-image-167255\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-to-find-competitors-popular-topics-in-ahrefs.jpg\" alt=\"How to find competitors' popular topics in Ahrefs' Site Explorer\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-to-find-competitors-popular-topics-in-ahrefs.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-to-find-competitors-popular-topics-in-ahrefs-680x374.jpg 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-to-find-competitors-popular-topics-in-ahrefs-768x422.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-to-find-competitors-popular-topics-in-ahrefs-1536x844.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\"><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll see the articles that send your competitors the most search traffic. For example, Beardbrand\u2019s article on beard styles gets an estimated 50,000 monthly search visits. If you are competing with Beardbrand, you can target the topic \u201cbeard styles\u201d too.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"10. Get feedback on your content\" data-section=\"get-feedback-on-your-content\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Get feedback on your content<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s easy to make mistakes and miss things when you\u2019re writing blog posts. So it\u2019s worth getting a second pair of eyes on your content before you hit \u201cpublish.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>We do this all the time at Ahrefs. We read each other\u2019s content and offer feedback\u2014areas that can be removed, points that can be clarified, and sentences that can be worded better.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve even reflected that in our blog&nbsp;posts.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image {\"id\":167256} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1340\" height=\"696\" class=\"wp-image-167256\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-we-showcase-contributors-on-our-blog.jpg\" alt=\"How we showcase contributors on our blog\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-we-showcase-contributors-on-our-blog.jpg 1340w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-we-showcase-contributors-on-our-blog-680x353.jpg 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-we-showcase-contributors-on-our-blog-768x399.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1340px) 100vw, 1340px\"><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Trying to do everything alone is one of the most common blogging mistakes I see from beginner bloggers.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"11. Create an editorial calendar\" data-section=\"create-an-editorial-calendar\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Create an editorial calendar<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>An <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/content-calendar\/\">editorial calendar<\/a> helps bloggers prioritize, visualize, and stick to a regular publishing schedule. We\u2019ve used one at Ahrefs for&nbsp;years.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image {\"id\":167257} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1001\" class=\"wp-image-167257\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/our-content-calendar.png\" alt=\"Our content calendar\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/our-content-calendar.png 1600w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/our-content-calendar-680x425.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/our-content-calendar-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/our-content-calendar-1536x961.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\"><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>You can use nearly any <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/seo-project-management\/\">project management<\/a> tool (free and paid) to create a content calendar in minutes. Here are a few tools I\u2019ve&nbsp;tried:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Notion<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Basecamp (current)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Trello<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Airtable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Google Sheets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Google Calendar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Treat each blog post as a project, create deadlines, and most importantly, stick to your calendar.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"12. Share your blog posts on social media\" data-section=\"share-your-blog-posts-on-social-media\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. Share your blog posts on social media<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>If you haven\u2019t signed up for social media accounts for your blog, do it now. Even though you\u2019re unlikely to get a flood of followers in the beginning, sharing on social media can still help people discover your&nbsp;blog.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Here are two reasons why you shouldn\u2019t ignore integrating your blog with social media.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list {\"ordered\":true} --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>People search in social media for brands. If you\u2019re not there, no one will find&nbsp;you.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>You don\u2019t necessarily need a following to get traffic from social media. For example, many people use search to discover new content on Pinterest. The same holds true for TikTok and Instagram.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>You can automate sharing blog posts with tools like <a href=\"https:\/\/buffer.com\/\">Buffer<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"13. Build your email list\" data-section=\"build-your-email-list\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. Build your email&nbsp;list<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Many newbie bloggers put email marketing on the back burner because it might seem complicated or not worth the effort. But this is a huge beginner blogging mistake.<\/p>\n<p><em>Building<\/em> an email list is one of the best ways to grow a loyal following.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>We send a weekly blog newsletter to our subscribers.&nbsp;<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1226\" height=\"1598\" class=\"wp-image-167258\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/our-newsletter.jpg\" alt=\"Our newsletter\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/our-newsletter.jpg 1226w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/our-newsletter-326x425.jpg 326w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/our-newsletter-768x1001.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/our-newsletter-1178x1536.jpg 1178w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1226px) 100vw, 1226px\"><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Think about it like&nbsp;this:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Someone who opts into an email newsletter is <em>asking<\/em> to be contacted with more content from <em>you<\/em>. If you don\u2019t offer a way for people to join your email list, you\u2019re doing your readers a disservice.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how you can get started.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list {\"ordered\":true} --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Sign up for a free account with an email marketing service provider like ConvertKit or Mailchimp.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>Add an opt-in form on your website.&nbsp;<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"518\" height=\"380\" class=\"wp-image-167259\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/our-newsletter-opt-in.png\" alt=\"Our newsletter opt-in\"><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re using WordPress for your blog, there are free plugins for most email marketing tools.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Within a few minutes, you can be turning readers into email subscribers.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"14. Use AI for simple blogging tasks\" data-section=\"use-ai-for-simple-blogging-tasks\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. Use AI for simple blogging tasks<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>AI tools are useful when it comes to menial blogging tasks. You can use it&nbsp;to:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>write meta descriptions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>brainstorm titles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>reword sentences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>\u2026 and the list goes&nbsp;on.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>The most popular free tool is ChatGPT. You can also try some of our <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/writing-tools\">free AI writing tools<\/a> that are perfect for bloggers and content creators.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"15. Actively promote your blog\" data-section=\"actively-promote-your blog\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. Actively promote your&nbsp;blog<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, \u201cquality content\u201d alone isn\u2019t enough to grow traffic to your blog. You need to actively promote your blog. In addition to the easier promotion tips mentioned earlier (<a href=\"#share-your-blog-posts-on-social-media\">12<\/a> and <a href=\"#create-a-blog-newsletter\">13<\/a>), I recommend trying these tactics and strategies.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Search engine optimization (SEO)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Our blog generates hundreds of thousands of monthly visitors from search engines. SEO is how we get them. Take our free <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/academy\/seo-training-course\">SEO course<\/a> to learn how you can do it&nbsp;too.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Online communities<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Websites like Quora and Reddit are a great place to share your content. Post your content in a helpful way, and it can lead to sudden spikes in traffic.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>We did this for our keyword research guide <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/bigseo\/comments\/k18gm2\/beginners_guide_to_keyword_research_by_ahrefs_tldr\/\">on Reddit<\/a> which was well received.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"recommendation\"><div class=\"recommendation-title\">PRO TIP<\/div><div class=\"recommendation-content\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>You can use Ahrefs\u2019 Site Explorer to learn which pages on Quora get the most search traffic and post your answers on those&nbsp;pages.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list {\"ordered\":true} --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Search for quora.com in Site Explorer<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>Go to the organic keywords report<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>Search for a keyword related to your&nbsp;niche<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>Hit the caret to see the estimated search traffic to a&nbsp;page<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Then leave helpful responses with a link to your blog&nbsp;posts.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Guest blogging<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Guest blogging is when you write content on another blog as a guest. It helps expose you and your brand to a new audience. This can help kickstart your blogging journey as you work to build your reputation in your&nbsp;niche.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Read our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/guest-blogging\/\">guest blogging<\/a> to learn how you can get started.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"16. Monitor your blog\u2019s performance\" data-section=\"monitor-your-blogs-performance\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">16. Monitor your blog\u2019s performance<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Website monitoring tools like <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/web-analytics\">Ahrefs\u2019 Web Analytics<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/search.google.com\/search-console\/about\">Google Search Console<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/webmaster-tools\">Ahrefs Webmaster Tools<\/a> provide intelligence on your blog visitors. All of these tools are free to&nbsp;use.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-189101\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Ahrefs-Web-Analytics-Traffic-Report.png\" alt=\"Ahrefs' Web Analytics Traffic Report\" width=\"1354\" height=\"786\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Ahrefs-Web-Analytics-Traffic-Report.png 1354w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Ahrefs-Web-Analytics-Traffic-Report-680x395.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Ahrefs-Web-Analytics-Traffic-Report-768x446.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1354px) 100vw, 1354px\"><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Beyond looking at metrics like pageviews, you can use these tools to find insights which you can use to build out your content strategy.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>For example, if you look at the Best By Links report for our blog, you\u2019ll see that our most linked to content are consistently data studies.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image {\"id\":167260} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1652\" height=\"676\" class=\"wp-image-167260\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-best-by-links-report-in-ahrefs-site-explorer.png\" alt=\"The Best by Links report in Ahrefs' Site Explorer\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-best-by-links-report-in-ahrefs-site-explorer.png 1652w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-best-by-links-report-in-ahrefs-site-explorer-680x278.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-best-by-links-report-in-ahrefs-site-explorer-768x314.png 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/the-best-by-links-report-in-ahrefs-site-explorer-1536x629.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1652px) 100vw, 1652px\"><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>For that reason, we regularly create data studies because we know it will perform well because our audience loves&nbsp;data.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Keep a close eye on your analytics, look for insights and test your theories.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"17. Optimize your monetization strategy\" data-section=\"optimize-your-monetization-strategy\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">17. Optimize your monetization strategy<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Many blogs limit themselves to one of two monetization sources: affiliate marketing or ads. This is a huge blogging mistake.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>In fact, <a href=\"https:\/\/flippa.com\/blog\/do-display-ads-affect-affiliate-revenue\/\">Dom Wells<\/a> states:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:quote --><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Based on our testing across dozens of sites, we\u2019ve never actually found display ads to reduce affiliate commissions.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><!-- \/wp:quote --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>To maximize profit potential, consider doing two things.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>1. Try new monetization methods<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Rather than using just ads, consider adding affiliate links to your monetization mix. You can also try creating your own digital products like e-books or courses.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Try new monetization sources<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Instead of using just Google Ads, try MediaVine or Ezoic. RPMs <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/James_S_Oliver\/status\/1703378302013161742\">are variable<\/a> from network to network so it\u2019s always worth testing.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>When it comes to optimizing your monetization strategy, you need to test, test, test. Otherwise, you\u2019re leaving money on the&nbsp;table.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"18. Include quotes from experts\" data-section=\"include-quotes-from-experts\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">18. Include quotes from experts<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Even if you\u2019ve been in the industry for a while, it\u2019s unlikely that you\u2019ll know everything. You can overcome this by interviewing experts and including their comments in your article.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>For example, I\u2019ve never built a personal brand on LinkedIn\u2014so I had to reach out and <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/b2b-content-marketing\/\">ask marketing consultant David Fallarme<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image {\"id\":167261} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1408\" height=\"984\" class=\"wp-image-167261\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/example-of-an-expert-quote-on-our-blog.png\" alt=\"Example of an expert quote on our blog\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/example-of-an-expert-quote-on-our-blog.png 1408w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/example-of-an-expert-quote-on-our-blog-608x425.png 608w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/example-of-an-expert-quote-on-our-blog-768x537.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1408px) 100vw, 1408px\"><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a simple way to find experts if you\u2019re not sure who to reach out&nbsp;to:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list {\"ordered\":true} --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Go to <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/content-explorer\">Content Explorer<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>Enter the topic of your content<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>Go to the <strong>Authors<\/strong> tab<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>This will show you a list of authors who\u2019ve published content about the&nbsp;topic.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image {\"id\":167262} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1428\" height=\"1254\" class=\"wp-image-167262\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-to-find-authors-whove-published-content-about.png\" alt=\"How to find authors who've published content about a topic in Ahrefs' Content Explorer\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-to-find-authors-whove-published-content-about.png 1428w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-to-find-authors-whove-published-content-about-484x425.png 484w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-to-find-authors-whove-published-content-about-768x674.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1428px) 100vw, 1428px\"><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"19. Use examples to clarify concepts\" data-section=\"use-examples-to-clarify-concepts\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">19. Use examples to clarify concepts<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Examples help clarify complex concepts and can substitute for long explanations. I\u2019ve used plenty in this article.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>But here\u2019s one more example, for example\u2019s sake:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image {\"id\":167263} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1506\" height=\"520\" class=\"wp-image-167263\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/example-of-how-to-use-examples-to-clarify-topics.png\" alt=\"Example of how to use examples to clarify topics\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/example-of-how-to-use-examples-to-clarify-topics.png 1506w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/example-of-how-to-use-examples-to-clarify-topics-680x235.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/example-of-how-to-use-examples-to-clarify-topics-768x265.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1506px) 100vw, 1506px\"><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"20. Use internal links\" data-section=\"use-internal-links\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">20. Use internal links<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Internal links are links from one page on the same domain to another. They can pass <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/google-pagerank\/\">PageRank<\/a>, which can help boost a page\u2019s rankings.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to find pages to add internal links&nbsp;to:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list {\"ordered\":true} --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Sign up for the free <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/webmaster-tools\">Ahrefs Webmaster Tools (AWT)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>Run a crawl using <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/site-audit\">Site Audit<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>When the crawl is done, go to the <strong>Internal link opportunities<\/strong> report<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image {\"id\":167264} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1198\" height=\"706\" class=\"wp-image-167264\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/internal-links-report-in-ahrefs-site-audit.png\" alt=\"Internal links report in Ahrefs' Site Audit\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/internal-links-report-in-ahrefs-site-audit.png 1198w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/internal-links-report-in-ahrefs-site-audit-680x401.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/internal-links-report-in-ahrefs-site-audit-768x453.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1198px) 100vw, 1198px\"><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>This report shows you relevant internal link opportunities on your site. Search for the URL of the page you want to boost and choose \u201cTarget page\u201d from the dropdown.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image {\"id\":167265} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"646\" height=\"202\" class=\"wp-image-167265\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/how-to-find-internal-link-opportunities-to-a-parti.png\" alt=\"How to find internal link opportunities to a particular page\"><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>For example, here\u2019s a suggestion to link to our <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/faceted-navigation\/\">post on faceted navigation<\/a> from our <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/duplicate-content\/\">one on duplicate content<\/a>:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image {\"id\":167266} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"272\" class=\"wp-image-167266\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/example-of-an-internal-linking-opportunity.png\" alt=\"Example of an internal linking opportunity\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/example-of-an-internal-linking-opportunity.png 2048w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/example-of-an-internal-linking-opportunity-680x90.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/example-of-an-internal-linking-opportunity-768x102.png 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/example-of-an-internal-linking-opportunity-1536x204.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\"><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Read our guide on how you can maximize the benefits of using <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/internal-links-for-seo\/\">internal links<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"21. Refresh older content\" data-section=\"refresh-older-content\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">21. Refresh older content<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>With time, your thoughts, opinions, and knowledge will improve. You\u2019ll be doing your audience a disservice if you don\u2019t update your older content to reflect your newfound knowledge and&nbsp;ideas.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s even better is that refreshing your content can often boost your page\u2019s traffic too. For example, I updated my <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/free-seo-tools\/\">post on free SEO tools<\/a>, and traffic shot&nbsp;up:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image {\"id\":167267} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1496\" height=\"772\" class=\"wp-image-167267\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/example-of-a-traffic-spike-following-a-content-upd.png\" alt=\"Example of a traffic spike following a content update\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/example-of-a-traffic-spike-following-a-content-upd.png 1496w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/example-of-a-traffic-spike-following-a-content-upd-680x351.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/example-of-a-traffic-spike-following-a-content-upd-768x396.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1496px) 100vw, 1496px\"><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>To find out which content to refresh, install our <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/wordpress-seo-plugin\">free WordPress SEO plugin<\/a> and run a <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/content-audit\/\">content audit<\/a>. Then follow the guide below to learn how to refresh and republish your content.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/republishing-content\/\">Republishing Content: How to Update Old Blog Posts for&nbsp;SEO<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"22. Optimize for search intent\" data-section=\"optimize-for-search-intent\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">22. Optimize for search intent<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Search intent is the <em>why<\/em> behind a search query. Google aims to understand that so it can serve the most relevant results.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>If you want to stand a higher chance of ranking, you want to match search intent.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>To figure out search intent, simply Google your target keyword and look at the top-ranking results. For example, we see that the top-ranking pages for \u201cbest wireless headphones\u201d are mostly blog posts listing recommendations:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image {\"id\":167268} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1152\" height=\"1310\" class=\"wp-image-167268\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/example-of-search-intent.png\" alt=\"Example of search intent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/example-of-search-intent.png 1152w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/example-of-search-intent-374x425.png 374w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/example-of-search-intent-768x873.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1152px) 100vw, 1152px\"><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>So if we\u2019re targeting this keyword, we\u2019ll have to create a listicle too.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Reach our complete beginner\u2019s guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/search-intent\/\">master search intent<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"23. Start a \u201cwrite 100 blog posts\u201d project\" data-section=\"start-a-write-blog-posts-project\">\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">23. Start a \u201cwrite 100 blog posts\u201d project<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>If you want to gain muscle, you need to hit the gym and get in your reps. Blogging is no different. You need to practice writing, publishing, and promoting your content.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s where the \u201cwrite 100 blog posts\u201d project comes&nbsp;in.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Commit to writing 100 blog posts \u2013 one post per week. Feel free to change the frequency to what you feel comfortable committing to. I can guarantee you that your hundredth blog post will be significantly better than your&nbsp;first.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>In fact, I attribute my biggest jumps in improvements to these \u201cdo 100\u201d projects.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>This is my 93rd post for Ahrefs blog.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Creating a successful blog won\u2019t happen overnight. But these blogging tips are proven ways to get better at blogging.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>If you want to start improving your blogging skills right now, choose 5 of these tips to try right now. And if you have any questions, feel free to ping me <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/siquanong\">on Twitter<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.threads.net\/@siquanong\">Threads<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>That list is on this&nbsp;page. Try these blogging tips to become a better blogger and attract the loyal following you deserve. Blogging tips for beginners Establish a niche for your&nbsp;blog Choose a blogging platform Know your audience Cover popular search<span class=\"ellipsis\">\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"read-more\">Read more \u203a<\/div>\n<p><!-- end of .read-more --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":146,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"wp_typography_post_enhancements_disabled":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[73,335],"tags":[],"coauthors":[339],"class_list":["post-165329","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-content-marketing","category-general-seo","odd"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>23 Beginner Blogging Tips to Get Better at Blogging (Fast)<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"These tried and tested blogging tips will help you become a better 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