If you run your own website, then chances are you have work to do. When I first started The Book Wheel, I had no idea what I was doing and, therefore, did not optimize posts, use the right keywords, update all descriptions, or understand that meta tags on photos were important. I do, of course, know these things now but going back and updating old content is tedious and … [Read more...]
5 Easy Ways to Build Backlinks NOW (Plus Infographic!)
If you're at all concerned about your site's SEO and how it ranks in search engine visibility, then you probably know already know who is linking to you and that you need to build backlinks. Backlinks, or links on other sites that link to your own, are an important component of any strategy aimed at increasing site traffic and online credibility. In short, more links … [Read more...]
Why & How to Find Your Backlinks (Plus Infographic)
Although I'm fairly proficient with Google Analytics, I find myself neglecting some of the more important aspects of what Google has to offer in terms of site maintenance, such as keeping tabs on my backlinks. Backlinks, or sites that link to your own site, are extremely important for SEO because the more you have, the more trustworthy search engines find you and, of course, … [Read more...]
5 WordPress Plugins I Can’t Live Without
Running a website can be hard, but thanks to technology it doesn't have to be overly difficult (neither does life, but that's another article altogether). What's great about Wordpress is that there thousands of plugins to make life a bit easier. I've tried at least one hundred of them over the years, both free and paid, and have been able to narrow down a few of my … [Read more...]
6 Best Apps for Online Collaboration
Online collaboration with team members can be difficult, but it can be even harder if you don't have the tools you need to get and stay connected. The following apps for online collaboration are great for small and large businesses alike and will help you increase your productivity while staying in in the loop with your team and tracking its … [Read more...]