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Writer’s Block Tips For Bloggers

Posted by Anne McAuley Lopez | Oct 19, 2017 | Blogging for Business Owners |

There are days when you know you should be working on your business blog and the words just aren’t coming to you. Believe me, I get it. The creative process is about more than sitting in front of a computer tapping keys. It’s about finding the right place in your home, office, mood, and brain in which you can write. Writer’s block tips for bloggers include stepping away from the office or computer, creating a list of ideas and questions from your referral network, clients, and prospects, and using newsletter content from others as content for your blog post...

12 Ways to Generate 12 Blog Post Ideas in 30 Minutes or Less

Posted by Anne McAuley Lopez | Sep 17, 2017 | DIY Content |

When I talk to clients they tell me a version of not having enough time or ideas to write on their business blog. Once we get started, they see their business in a different way. They’re able to generate blog post ideas and other content relevant to their prospective clients. What are the most common questions asked about you, your business, or your industry? Answering those questions is a great place to start when generating 12 blog post ideas in 30 minutes or less. Track topics on a spreadsheet. As you add ideas, make notes and add relevant links...

6 Things I Learned by Being a Facebook Business Page Failure

Posted by Anne McAuley Lopez | Sep 16, 2017 | Social Media Content |

I’ve been trying to delete my Facebook business page but I haven’t pulled the plug yet and here’s why. I was a Facebook failure. Like a lot of people, I was frustrated that posts weren’t being seen and that I wasn’t getting leads from Facebook. What I really needed was to be more engaging to connect with my target audience. Once I realized Facebook is a place to network and not a place for leads (at least not as a primary focus), I decided not to kill my page. Here are six things I learned by being a Facebook...

Why Your Business Needs a Blog

Posted by Anne McAuley Lopez | Sep 14, 2017 | Blogging for Business Owners |

Blogging is my primary business and I love it. The biggest challenge for me and my web designers is creating an understanding of the value of a blog. Business owners often view a blog as an extra and unnecessary part of their business and website. The reality is that a blog is one of the most valuable marketing tools you have for your business. Here’s why your business needs a blog: Establishes you as the expert: What better way to illustrate all that you know about your industry than to write about it for your readers. You might think...

Linkedin for Business

Posted by Anne McAuley Lopez | Sep 7, 2017 | Social Media Content |

In 2005 I was in corporate America, working at a computer analyzing data. It wasn’t exciting work but I loved my colleagues and the corporate culture. A co-worker kept sending me a request to join him on a new website – at least new to me – called LinkedIn. After talking to other colleagues, we all decided to create accounts. It was until 2010 when I was laid off that I began to see the power of LinkedIn for business and career. When I got laid off, we were given a to do list that included updating our LinkedIn profiles and developing a personal brand online. Long story short, I didn’t find a new job. I found a new career as a freelance writer and I’ve used LinkedIn for business development. LinkedIn isn’t for everyone. Know your target market. LinkedIn is a great social media platform if …. You’re seeking to connect with other professionals. For me, that’s easy. I am connecting with small to medium size businesses who have a need for content. Tips for Using LinkedIn for Business Is this the right social media site for you or your business? Complete your profile to 100%. **Include a photo — you’re 14 times more likely to be found on LinkedIn with a photo. Ask for recommendations Give recommendations Post updates (statuses) Comment and share the updates from others...

Choosing the Right Social Media for Your Blog

Posted by Anne McAuley Lopez | Aug 21, 2017 | Social Media Content |

When it comes to choosing the right social media for your blog, there are two things you need to define: your target market and your social media goals. That gives you focus to create and share content exactly where your readers are spending time. Define your target market. Who do you want to read your blog? Who do you want to buy your product or service? EVERYONE is NOT your target market. Once you get clear, you can focus your social media efforts based on that demographic or interest group. In their simplest form, there are three primary social...

The Truth About Social Media for Business

Posted by Anne McAuley Lopez | Jun 29, 2017 | Social Media Content |

Social media isn’t for sissies. There’s a lot of competition to get your voice heard. The truth about social media for business is that you need an executable plan to make it worth your time, effort, and resources. Be clear about why you’re on social media, who you want to reach, and the message you want communicated about your brand. Most importantly, you must be consistent. Here’s the truth about social media for business. You need to identify your target market. Choose social media platforms where you are most likely to find your target market. Just because everyone is...

Steps for Getting Started Blogging for Business

Posted by Anne McAuley Lopez | Jun 23, 2017 | DIY Content |

You’re a business owner who is developing a marketing plan. You know you should be blogging. You don’t know what to blog. You’re overwhelmed because you’re just not sure how to get started. Here are steps for getting started blogging: Read More: Find resources to help you generate ideas on which you can write. For example, I read about content marketing and social media because I want to know what others are saying. Reading helps me generate ideas not only for this blog but for my clients. Make a Note of It: I show my age when I say...

Begin Creating Engaging Content

Posted by Anne McAuley Lopez | Jun 20, 2017 | DIY Content |

Creating engaging content begins with making a commitment to creating content and then following through. It’s that second part, that follow through, that is challenging for many of us. It isn’t for the faint of heart, that’s for sure. Next you need to identify your target market and why you want to create content. Without these two pieces, you won’t build content that is focused on your goals. Identify Your Target Market If you don’t know who you’re talking to or want to be talking to, then how do you know what to say? You don’t. You have to...

Three Tips for Creating a Badass Blog Post

Posted by Anne McAuley Lopez | May 10, 2017 | Blogging for Business Owners |

Creating a badass blog post doesn’t have to be complicated. Many of us are reading your post from a cell phone or tablet and don’t have time to read hundreds of words formatted in paragraphs with no end in sight. We have time for a quick read while we’re sipping a cup of joe waiting for our next appointment. Simplicity is key. Three Tips for Creating a Badass Blog Post Keep it Simple: You’re giving a few tips about your topic not writing a dissertation. Keep your blog posts simple and to the point. Your readers have short attention...