101 Blog Tips I Learned

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  1. if you are not, start blogging today
  2. write about something that you love
  3. if you are serious about blogging buy your own domain
  4. make sure your domain name is equal to your blog name
  5. use a short and easy to remember name
  6. use WordPress
  7. use WordPress plugins
  8. blog with consistency
  9. write at least 5 posts a week
  10. proofread
  11. proofread one more time
  12. interact with other bloggers
  13. leave meaningful comments
  14. leave funny comments
  15. leave the first comment
  16. backup your blog
  17. get rid of the sidebar calendar
  18. choose your niche wisely, not too big and not too small
  19. participate in online forums
  20. put a link on your signature
  21. use blog carnivals
  22. content is king
  23. customize your blog template
  24. use trackbacks
  25. simplicity is the way to go
  26. leverage social bookmarks
  27. consider joining a blog network
  28. write “Top 10” lists
  29. use tags
  30. use pings
  31. write “How to” articles
  32. make your posts scannable
  33. list your blog on directories
  34. ask questions to your readers
  35. use Feedburner
  36. use sense of humor
  37. be generous
  38. encourage readers to subscribe
  39. have some spare posts for emergencies
  40. encourage readers to digg your posts
  41. put an RSS subscription icon on every single page
  42. use “series” of posts
  43. return comments
  44. return links
  45. use readable fonts
  46. gather .edu and .gov backlinks
  47. break long posts in more parts
  48. experiment with different revenue sources
  49. write “pillar articles
  50. use Google Analytics
  51. study those numbers
  52. use email interviews
  53. be yourself
  54. avoid duplicate content
  55. use an RSS reader
  56. read as many blogs as possible
  57. focus on timeless content
  58. have an “About” page
  59. have a picture of yourself on the “About” page
  60. crate your own “Advertise Here” page
  61. use meta tags wisely
  62. learn the basics of SEO
  63. use pictures whenever possible
  64. create value for your readers
  65. place ads wisely
  66. be patient
  67. consider getting a co-blogger
  68. submit your articles to directories
  69. share what has worked for you
  70. share what has not worked for you
  71. read Problogger.net
  72. do not clutter your sidebar with icons
  73. get rid of looooong blogrolls
  74. experiment with Google Adsense
  75. experiment with Text-Link-Ads
  76. link to other blogs as often as possible
  77. make it easy for visitors to contact you
  78. use titles effectively
  79. offer email subscriptions
  80. always answer to questions
  81. always answer to comments
  82. use Technorati
  83. enable subscription to comments
  84. offer useful tools or resources
  85. write with a personal touch
  86. become an expert in your niche
  87. do not rely on “linking posts”
  88. always give your opinion
  89. use simple colors
  90. participate in blogging projects
  91. get to know other bloggers personally
  92. list your best articles
  93. have a voice
  94. organize your categories
  95. talk directly to your readers
  96. make your URL structure efficient
  97. put functional links on your footer
  98. mention your sources or references
  99. do monthly roundups
  100. consider adding podcasts
  101. create a “101 list”

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175 thoughts on “101 Blog Tips I Learned”

  1. I have printed up business cards with my blog address on it and I pass them out all the time to people and ask that they share the blog with their friends. I also share my blog on my Facebook page for people to link to it.

    I find that people will subscribe to your blog if you ask them — it just has to be interesting and enjoyable and useful information. : )

    Charlene
    mymindwanderedtoday.blogspot.com

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  2. Nice list . I like how short each entry was. If I made a list, one would be so long . about 5 lines by the time I stated exactly what I wanted to say, that the list would be actually boring instead of intriguing kind of like this post! lol . nice list, I’ll check out your blog since someone said it rocked

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  3. I definitely mention my 101 list here too, however I don’t know when I will come up with a the list that I’ve learned. Coz I have a lot to learn first. 😀

    Anyway again thanks for sharing us your list. 😀

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  4. This is the most helpful list! I have read through it a couple times now and keep having those `aha moments where I realize that such simple tips really do make a difference. Thanks!…!
    Medyum Niyazi

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  5. Well, this post has been almost 4 years old but still worth to read and be followed. It’s still valuable for me. But, because they are so many tips, I will only follow a part of them. I like to get valuable tips on no.46. Thank a lot 😀

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  6. Wow.. great article it seems you’re an expert blogger. This is all want to search the keyword Blogging tips.

    Thanks

    Kenneth

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  7. Hello Daniel,

    I’ve been following your blog since the beginning…when you had less than 3000 followers.

    But it’s still very informative for me to go back and re-read some of these classics.

    I was wondering…..do you have an update to this beauty?

    Warm Regards,
    David.

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  8. WOW!!! what a great Idea!..Nice list on how to make your blog the best that you can..thanks for the list It will help us

    God bless uu!!

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  9. Again great tips for people who are dealing with BLOGS – but some tips are not under our control – if possible i want to learn how we will gather Some edu and gov backlinks … Maybe they can give if they like us or our websites 🙂

    thanks for sharing.

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  10. Nice list . I like how short each entry was. If I made a list, one would be so long . about 5 lines by the time I stated exactly what I wanted to say, that the list would be actually boring instead of intriguing kind of like this post! lol . nice list, I’ll check out your blog since someone said it rocked VJ in Thailand

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  11. ops forget to ask one another things..if possible can anyone here help me in SEO tips for make my blog can rank well in search engine? Thank You.

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  12. My first thought when I saw the title of 101 Blog Tips was that the list would be overwhelming. But the tips are short and to the point. I was glad to see that I am already doing some of your tips . I plain on gradually implementing more tips until I work my way through your list.

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  13. Great 101 list.
    Write and write that’s what I need now. I only have 85 posts as of this time. I agree, problogger is a great reference too.

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  14. Number #3: Before buying your own domain make sure that you have been had much knowledge about wordpress, html, or php programs

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