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A Blogger’s Guide (How to Build Links in 2026)
Link building is hugely important for driving more traffic to your blog—so much so that it’s the main component of “off-page” SEO. You might already be familiar with link building or have a hazy idea of what it means. You may also have come across the idea of “bad” backlinks to your blog and might be […]
The 10+ Free AI Tools You Need to Use
AI has changed SEO forever, but not in the (doom & gloom) ways you might think. Sure, AI is bringing new challenges, but it’s also creating new opportunities to get more SEO traffic than ever before. 🔑 AI isn’t replacing SEO. It’s actually making you better at SEO, when used correctly. My 10+ favorite AI […]
How to Grow Your Blog Faster
One of the biggest challenges most bloggers, content creators, and entrepreneurs face is a lack of time. Enter: AI blogging tools to save the day. Be sure to try my own 50+ free blogging tools, all powered by AI, too. When you’re blogging around a day job, family responsibilities, or a busy life, it can […]
12 Blog Layout Examples (and Best Practices) in 2025: Blog Designs
To help you land on the right blog layout (that’ll attract and retain more readers), we’re going to break down the most crucial blog layout best practices and highlight 12 of the most impressive blog layout examples from real-life websites, blogs, and publications—so that you can take inspiration from the best when designing your own […]
Score 100 in PageSpeed Insights (2025)
How fast your website loads is a huge part of a user’s experience on your blog. That’s why having a fast website is essential to success if you’re going to start a blog in the first place. Enter: this Google PageSpeed optimization guide from my friend and talented developer, Andy Feliciotti. Google also ranks websites […]
6 Best Practices for Using Images on Your Blog in 2024
Wondering how to use images on your blog? Maybe you’re not even sure if you should be using images on your blog at all. Using images effectively isn’t just about choosing the right photos. You need to know how to optimize your images for SEO best (so that they can help your blog posts rank […]
12 Best eCommerce Website Builders (to Sell Online) in 2025
This guide compares, reviews, and examines examples of all the best eCommerce website builders for this year. Many eCommerce builders are available, so deciding which is best for your online store may not always be immediately clear. In this comprehensive guide, I’m breaking down all the features (pros and cons) and giving you an unbiased […]
19 Best WordPress Plugins for Your Blog in 2025 (Free & Paid)
Starting a blog with WordPress? Great choice! You’ll quickly find that WordPress has everything you need to start and grow a website. Enter: WordPress plugins. Early on in the process of building out a blog, I’m often asked by readers—what if you want to take your blog further with a more customized look and features? […]
Start Small & Build Habits
Facing a big life change can feel like standing at the edge of a cliff, wondering whether or not you should jump. Even if you’ve jumped before and you’ve triple-checked your parachute, the fear is often still there. At some point, we all need to learn how to overcome the fear of change… and jump […]
Do People Still Read Blogs? Is Blogging Finally Dead in 2025?
We’re here to answer, do people still read blogs? So, let’s get right to it. Do people still read blogs? Yes, people still read blogs today (in record numbers) and will almost certainly continue reading blogs for many years to come. In fact, an overwhelming 77% of Internet users report regularly reading blog posts according […]