Liz Kislik December 1, 2014 The real problem with feedback is that, regardless of how skillfully it’s given, people often don’t know what to do with it. Recent neuroimagery research by Richard Boyatzis at Case Western University suggests that focusing on positive possibilities gives people room to think about how to be upbeat and open-minded … Continue reading How To Deepen Feedback And Foster Improvement
Category Archives: Content Marketing
How To Get A Million+ Blog Visits Per Month
Elisa Gabbert November 30, 2014 As more and more brands become publishers, the competition for eyeballs on your content continues to grow. The web is now pretty much littered with blogs – some super successful and others … not so much. What is it that makes a blog take off and become a hit … Continue reading How To Get A Million+ Blog Visits Per Month
Are Your Blog Posts Readable?
Amanda Clark November 30, 2014 Last week, the Grammar Chic, Inc. team offered a few tips for businesses just getting into the blogging routine. Today, we’re going to hone in on an important concept for new and seasoned business bloggers alike—the concept of readability. Obviously, you want your blog to offer value, you want … Continue reading Are Your Blog Posts Readable?
7 Must-Know Writing Tips [+Examples]
Karri Stover November 30, 2014 Wondering which writing tips will actually boost your productivity and success? Whether you write for a living or maintain a blog on the side, it can sometimes be difficult to stand out in an ocean of writers and content. Fortunately, there are ways to make your writing more engaging … Continue reading 7 Must-Know Writing Tips [+Examples]
What To Do After You Have Written Your Blog Post
Bill Walls November 30, 2014 Now that you have lived through the excruciating process of writing your blog post, admired your handy work, and reveled in your greatness, you may feel like all the hard work is done. But hold the phone lad, there is still some work to be done. Formatting Your Blog … Continue reading What To Do After You Have Written Your Blog Post
How to Write Blog Posts that Are Scannable for Hurried Readers
Lori Soard November 29, 2014 No matter how much you may wish otherwise, there are a mere 24 hours in each day and at least a few of those must be spent sleeping if you want to be even slightly coherent. Yet, there is so much that must be packed into a single day … Continue reading How to Write Blog Posts that Are Scannable for Hurried Readers
4 Tips On Conquering The Evil That Is Writer’s Block
Ashley Jones November 27, 2014 It’s funny that I’m writing this blog about writer’s block considering I was drawing a complete blank when trying to think of a topic. Writer’s block happens to the best of us, and if someone tells you they haven’t experienced a bought of writer’s block they’re likely lying. So … Continue reading 4 Tips On Conquering The Evil That Is Writer’s Block
3 Case Studies That Prove The Value Of A Customer-Focused Content Strategy
Liz O’Neill November 27, 2014 The majority of B2B marketers believe in the value of content marketing. 93% have incorporated it into their strategy, and 51% rate their content marketing practices as “very mature.” But very few are seeing the return on their investment. According to Forrester, an overwhelming 85% of marketers fail … Continue reading 3 Case Studies That Prove The Value Of A Customer-Focused Content Strategy
5 Small Businesses With Kickass Holiday Content
Clair Jones November 26, 2014 Creating quality holiday content during the season can be time-consuming and stressful, but it is also one of the most lucrative times of year to promote your small business. Whether you are a web-based service or brick-and-mortar retailer, social media and web content is a cheap and easy way … Continue reading 5 Small Businesses With Kickass Holiday Content
How To Use “Editorial Use Only” Images For Blog Posts
Kelly Fitzgerald November 26, 2014 As blog writers, we are always on the hunt for the perfect picture to complement our writing. This hunt can become long and complicated because of certain laws and restrictions surrounding which photos we can and cannot use for our blog posts. One label you may see when searching for … Continue reading How To Use “Editorial Use Only” Images For Blog Posts