We are entering our 11th year running a blog that long since has evolved into a news site and content resource.
As the founder and CEO of Small Business Trends, I am proud to report
that it’s a business that supports a substantial team. With upwards
of 12,000 articles, we have tons of blogging and content marketing
experience. Articles come from some of the best and brightest in the
industry. And they all focus on small businesses.
Here are some of our best articles on the topic of blogging and content marketing.
What to Write About
The hardest part of blogging sometimes is figuring out WHAT
to write about. Luckily, our crackerjack staff writers and
contributors can help you break through writer’s block. You’ll never
again say to yourself, “What do I write about next?”
100+ Blogging Ideas for a Small Business
It never misses. You sit down at your computer or tablet, and your
mind goes blank. But fear not, Lisa Barone has put together an awesome
list of 104 ideas for blog posts.
Create an Editorial Calendar for Your Blog
If you are blogging for business, then you will want to structure and
organize your activities. An Editorial Calendar is invaluable. But
there’s more to creating an Editorial Calendar than meets the eye. Create your calendar …
16 Tools to Come Up With Ideas for Posts
People often ask us where we come up with article ideas.
This excellent list from Editor Shawn Hessinger identifies some of the
tools we use (in fact, two of the tools are owned by my company, Small
Business Trends).
50+ Content Curation Tools
Today, it’s not just about what YOU create. Curating and sharing
content created by others can position you as a thought leader who
always “finds the best stuff.” Provided you give attribution to the
original creator, in general it’s fine to leverage other people’s
content. View the content curation tools …
How to Write Blog Posts
SEO may help introduce first-time visitors to your site, but
search engine traffic only goes so far. You’ll want loyal return
readers. For that, you need fantastic content.
Steps for Writing A Great Blog Post
This article offers a checklist, of sorts, to help you create great blog posts every time. Follow the steps…
Blogging Tips – Don’t Be a Content Robot
Stand out! Readers are attracted to content coming from a writer
with passion for the subject. And they don’t want it boring, says Susan
Payton. This list provides tips to help you write more interesting yet
professional posts. Read these 10 tips…
5 Ways To Build A Better Business Through Blogging
Yes, blogging can actually improve your business. This article
explains how to build personal relationships with customers, current and
future. Read how to blog with customers in mind …
Create an Article Quality Checklist — 4 WordPress Plugins
Wouldn’t it be nice to ensure that all your authors and contributors
have an easy checklist of do’s and don’ts for writing quality articles?
We think so! And so does Ann Smarty. Create article checklists …
Become a Better Blogger in 7 Easy Steps
A great blog site isn’t created overnight. It takes dedication and
solid processes. This 7-step guide helps you focus — and deliver. Learn how to become a better blogger…
How to Market Your Content
Once you create your content, you can’t just write and expect
people to find it. You have to actively market your content and build a
readership.
8 Content Marketing Practices That Power Your Impact
Blogging and content marketing ultimately is about having an impact.
This list focuses on using best practices and developing a content
strategy to define and build your brand, says Deborah Shane. See the best practices …
4 Blog Mistakes
Is your blog gaining loyal readers? If not, maybe it’s how your blog is designed and presented, says Melissa Fach. See why people don’t read your blog …
10 Best Content Marketing Books for Small Businesses
Reading a print book about blogging and online content is ripe with
irony. This list courtesy of our Book Editor, Ivana Taylor, covers 10
books. See the content marketing books …
14 WordPress Content Marketing Plugins
Do you use WordPress for your blog? If so, plugins can assist with
marketing and make your content easier for readers to share. Megan Totka
has the scoop. See the content marketing plugins …
Simple Steps To Improve Your Business Blog
A stale business blog could send the wrong impression. See how to keep your site fresh, new and engaging.