We support our publishers in their quest to make money from their words. For that to happen, bloggers must consistently create quality content to engage their readers and keep them coming back from more. So we want to break down some typical pitfalls for you and help you avoid them to increase your web presence in a positive and lucrative way. Here are some “Blogging No-Nos” you should try to avoid.
The Blogging No Nos:
Copycat Posting
Let’s face it; we all look to some of our favorite blogs and websites for inspiration when brainstorming a new post. But copycat posting ain’t cool. Some lazy publishers even go so far as copying and pasting! Not only do these copycats have no shame, but their content is usually stale.
Copyrighted images also fall under this category. You can’t just post images you find online “willy nilly,” be sure to avoid posting images and other content that you don’t have the rights to. It will save you many headaches in the long run, and also challenge you to constantly come up with your own fresh and engaging content week after week.
Don’t Drop the “F Bomb”
Okay, so this may seem obvious, but profanity can not only turn off your readers, but it also reveals a lazy vocabulary. There are times when this rule can be bent, but it’s always best to err on the smart side. Depending on your website’s niche, this tip may be irrelevant, but some bloggers need to toe the line and stay out of trouble to ensure further cultivation of dedicated and avid readers.
Profanity of all kinds can truly be encompassed in this rule. Plus, to keep quality ads on your site (especially Infolinks!), you must keep your content clean and friendly for most audiences. And most importantly, what would your grandma say?
The Big Snooze
So this should be a no-brainer: write content that people will actually want to read! Avoid boring, tedious, repetitive, redundant content. (Get the picture?) Getting visitors to your site is half the battle, but you will lose the war if you don’t capture them with topics and a writing style that truly peaks their curiosity and provides thoughtful info. Put yourself in their shoes, and if you find yourself dozing off by the second paragraph, it means perhaps it’s time to amp up your writing and rethink your strategy.
It can’t be repeated enough, but by digging down deep and doing the work required to produce relevant topics for your website and blog, you will find lasting success. Be smart and avoid these Blogging No-Nos to be one step closer to attaining your blogging goals for the long run.