Hmm… is it possible to blog without SEO? That’s a really good question. Yes, you can. Should you? Probably not, especially if you are wanting to rank well in search results on search engines, like Google. If you aren’t trying to rank well, or worried about being seen, then go ahead and blog whatever you
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Ask Nile: What is the Best Way to Make Connections with Other Bloggers?
What is the best way to make connections with other bloggers? That’s a really good question, even if for some, it seems to be an easy answer. Actually, it’s easy to connect, but it’s harder to get them to do something, like engage with you. I’m not only going to give you one way, but
[Continue Reading...]Ask Nile: Are SEO Plugins Overrated?
Not long ago, I shared my opinion on SEO plugins, but I still had questions whether they’re overrated? For most SEO plugins, I don’t think they are, because not everyone is a writer, and sometimes, a little leg up is helpful. However, SEO plugins are merely tools or guides to help you optimize your content,
[Continue Reading...]Ask Nile: Is it Okay to Have a Tip Jar or Donation Button on my Blog?
I recently was asked if I had a “tip me” jar/ button on my site. The question seemed like it was hanging, so I wasn’t certain if it was a question about if I had one, or if the person meant about my thoughts on having one. Donation buttons/ tip jar buttons/ buy me a
[Continue Reading...]Ask Nile: When Can You Be Considered a Full Time Blogger?
In this part of the Ask Nile Series, I answer “When Can You Be Considered a Full Time Blogger?” This is certainly not an easy question. Becoming a full time blogger doesn’t happen over night. It takes quite a bit of time. And becoming a full time blogger can depend on how much money you
[Continue Reading...]Ask Nile: How Much Content Should You Have Before Promoting Your Site?
This question from my Ask Nile Series, comes at a great time. I’ve been seeing various people ask how much content should you have before promoting your site. I’m not talking about content for your about page, products or services, or contact page. I’m talking about blogging. I was actually disturbed by some of the
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