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So you’ve written a killer blog post, you’ve done the research, it’s insightful and even funny but…no one is reading it. Why?

You probably haven’t paid a lot of attention to the title of your blog, but it's arguably the most important component of your blog post. A catchy and attention-grabbing title draws your readers in and tells them what to expect.

According to Copyblogger, “Eight of ten people will read a title, but just two of ten readers will continue reading the article.”

So how to reach those other eight? You’ve got to write irresistible titles to grab more potential readers.

We’ll show you how to do just that with 10 incredibly easy tactics that can help you improve your blogging skills, so you can write juicy and captivating titles that draw an audience. Before we get to the good stuff, you need to learn why it’s crucial to craft a title.

Topics: writing, content analysis, blog, blogging, tips, increase traffic

I hear it all the time...

"I don't have time to create a blog for my business."

"It will be too hard/time-consuming/boring to come up with new blog ideas."

or, the most popular excuse of all,

"I don't have anything important to say."

You know what? I beg to disagree. Everyone has knowledge and insight that they can share with their audience, whether they sell products, services, memberships or something else. You too can be an effective business blogger, and it doesn't have to be time-consuming or difficult. 

Topics: blogs for business, blogging

As a child, when someone told you "less is more", you probably thought they were crazy. If you're like most of us, that opinion probably also followed you into your teen years (and maybe even your early 20's). Today, however, you know better than that. As a mindful, capable, experienced business owner, you have seen enough to know that more is not always better. Unfortunately, it can be a struggle to know when you should take the minimalist approach versus going all-in. That's the enigma we are confronting here: when is low-key better than the whizbang alternative? 

Topics: email marketing, social media, blogging

Find out what you've missed in the world of content marketing for the week ending September 25th. These are a few of this week's top stories, hand-picked by the team at Flair Interactive Services.

Repurposing Your Content for New Media

Don't let good content go to waste! This week on Marketing Land, columnist Jordan Kasteler tells you how to take your most popular content and breathe new life into it on a different platform.

Topics: Content Management, content, marketing, blogging

Topics: Content Management, content, marketing, blogging, Video Marketing

Find out what you've missed in the world of content marketing for the week ending August 21st. These are a few of this week's top stories, hand-picked by the team at Flair Interactive Services.

Essential Guide to Video Marketing: A Resource for Marketers:
Learn how to record, publish, live-stream and market videos in this awesome guide from Social Media Examiner.

Topics: Content Management, content, marketing, blogging, Video Marketing

Did you know that nearly 40% of US companies use blogs for marketing purposes, and companies that blog have 55% more website visitors?

The facts speak for themselves. Data clearly shows that blogging directly correlates to better business results. In this ebook, we walk you step-by-step through the blogging fundamentals and show you how to start reaping the benefits of this marketing channel.

Topics: Online Marketing, content, marketing, blog, blogging

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