B2B Content Promotion: Are You Getting Attention?
July 30, 2020
So many marketers forego a true B2B content promotion strategy in favor of an “if you build it, they will come” approach. And that’s understandable. You’ve been told that great content is the key to differentiating your brand. You’ve spent the time (and possibly money) necessary to create something that should stand out to your […]
There’s More to a B2B Content Distribution Strategy
July 29, 2020
Organic search traffic is the gold standard for just about any B2B content distribution strategy. And why wouldn’t it be? We know that organic reach on social platforms has plummeted. We know that communities are flooded with so much content that standing out feels nearly impossible. And we know that the paid promotion model will […]
New Feature: Invite Your Own Freelance Writers
July 28, 2020
Let’s say your business has landed some ideal freelance writers. They’re a perfect fit. They understand your company and your audience and consistently write content that moves the needle. They also laugh at all your jokes and notice when you’ve lost a couple of pounds (yes, even over Zoom calls). There’s only one problem: they […]
Is Your SEO Competitive Analysis Misguided?
July 23, 2020
Running an SEO competitive analysis can be a comforting experience. Whether you’re looking to break into an industry or boost your organic rankings, there are no silver bullet strategies. No matter how many frameworks you learn or which how-to guides you follow, there will always be uncertainty in the SEO game. But in the wide […]
The 10x Content and Skyscraper Technique
July 22, 2020
Everyone wants to know how to create great content. You want the secrets that will push you from publishing things that are good enough to develop 10x content that drives results. But marketers have stretched the concept of 10x content thin over the years. Since Rand Fishkin coined the term in 2015, 10x content has […]
How to Go Beyond Proofreading vs. Copy Editing
July 21, 2020
Proofreading vs. copy editing vs. substantive content editing. These probably aren’t the tasks you expected to focus on when you started down the marketing career path. So many content marketers enter the field with a writing background. We’re content creators who gain a passion for building businesses. We want to write content that drives traffic, […]
The Gated Content Dilemma
July 16, 2020
Gated content has come under fire in recent years. What was once a near-universal play for lead generation has become a hotly contested debate. Which side of the argument do you lean toward? Do you gate your content or give it all away for free? Luckily, we don’t have to decide on an all-or-nothing approach. […]
How Much Should I Pay a Freelance Writer?
July 15, 2020
How much should I pay a freelance writer? Are there average freelance writing rates I should adhere to when posting writing jobs? Do freelance writers charge different rates for different projects? These questions are pretty straightforward. If only they were so easy to answer. This is a point of stress for both the brand and […]
Hiring Freelance Writers? 4 Tips to Get Their Best Work
July 14, 2020
There’s a subtle art to hiring freelance writers. Striking the perfect balance between your budget and quality writing that drives business goals isn’t easy. But let’s imagine that you’ve done all the hard work already. You’ve identified some writers with the experience and expertise you’re looking for. You’ve spent time reviewing writing samples. Maybe you’ve […]
Is Badly Written Content Holding You Back?
July 9, 2020
It’s happened to all of us. You’re scrolling through your Twitter feed and coming across a catchy headline. It’s timely, relevant, and seems like the writer will bring you to an article that offers some value. But instead, all you get is badly written content. Luckily, you can hit the back button immediately in an […]