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10 blogging goals for 2013 and tips for achieving them

10 blogging goals - designbyinsight.net

Last week we talked about writing goals … this week is all about blogging.  Maybe one or two or a few of these are thoughts you have had about goals for 2013.  We believe in you!  Make your blog work for you.

ONE:  I will submit guest posts.

  • Become a Guest Post Ninja in 5 Steps by ProBlogger
  • Love these “do’s and don’ts” for guest posting from Daily Blog Tips.

TWO:  I will monetize my blog.

  • 7 Things I Know about Making Money from Blogging by ProBlogger
  • Tentblogger also has a great series on monetizing.

THREE:  I will move to self-hosted WordPress.

  • Erin has written a very easy-to-understand article about understanding the difference between WordPress.com and WordPress.org.
  • We love Blogging with Amy’s series on How to Start a Blog. In particular, her posts on setting up hosting & WordPress and tips for using WordPress are especially useful.

FOUR:  I will work to improve the SEO on my blog.

  • Tentblogger has a wealth of SEO-building information on his blog.  And we love how easy-to-understand he is.  For those who are ready to make an investment into building SEO, we suggest his book, Blogging SEO.

FIVE:  I will work at planning posts and developing an editorial calendar.

  • Here’s a great way to brainstorm post ideas from The Book Designer.
  • Copyblogger has a great post on the benefits of an editorial calendar.

SIX:  I will build my email list.

  •  Aweber offers 5 places to build your blog’s email list.
  • Love these simple ideas on list building from Basic Blog Tips.
  • Wondering why you should build your list?  Jeff Goins gives some great reasons to work hard to build a great list.

SEVEN:  I will take the plunge and leave Feedburner {or at least consider all my options!}.

  •  Again, Erin has written a post about what we are doing here at Design by Insight regarding Feedburner.
  • Amy Andrews has also shared her thoughts on Feedburner and other options.

EIGHT:  I will evaluate my plug-ins and delete the ones I do not use or need.

  • Love these 6 questions to ask before installing (or keeping!) WordPress plug-ins from Six Revisions.
  • Here’s a list from Jeff Bullas of plug-ins you might want to consider.

One important key is to remember to keep your plug-ins updated and go ahead and delete the ones you don’t use. 

 NINE:  I will back up my blog regularly.

Trust us … do this!

  • Here’s the information from the WordPress site on backing up both your site and your database.
  • You may also want to read this page on the WordPress site where some common questions are answered.

Yes, everyone needs to do this … monthly!

TEN: I will develop a clear focus for my blog … for my sake and the sake of my readers.

  • LOVE this post from The Write Practice about finding a unifying theme for your blog.  Incredibly helpful suggestions.  {Thanks to Kristin Schell for pointing it out to me!}

And a bonus post because it was so good …

4 Keys to Better Blogging by Jonathan Howe {Thanks to Mitzi Eaker of Mitzi Jane Media for sharing this link on Facebook!}

What are your blogging goals for 2013?

Don’t forget about our Writing Buddy Sale and Giveaway of Self-Publish!  We’d love to celebrate with you and your writing buddy as 2013 becomes the year you write your book!  {Check out last week’s post for 10 writing goals.}

 

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Teri Lynne Underwood
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Categories: blogging, technical stuff, tips, wordpressTags: editorial calendars, email lists, goals for bloggers, guest posting, monetizing, plug-ins, SEO, WordPress, WordPress back up

About Teri Lynne Underwood

Teri Lynne is a contributing writer for the Design by Insight blog. Her posts offer practical information and simple suggestions on topics such as blog strategy, small business blogs, social media use, branding, and even time management. In addition to writing on her personal blog, Teri Lynne offers social media coaching for individuals, small businesses, and non-profits.

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  1. John Saddington

    January 19, 2013 at 7:29 pm

    rock it out!

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    • Erin Ulrich

      January 25, 2013 at 8:21 am

      Thanks for visiting! Your posts are always an inspiration!

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