Friday, December 31, 2010

Video: How to Write Quality Articles Quickly

Okay.  So I've suggested that you should write some articles to help your offsite SEO effort, but it's not that simple.

What if you don't know how to write articles?

Here is a video--less than five (5) minutes--to help show you how to write quality articles somewhat quickly (without using automated software):



Here is the breakdown of this video:

Goal:  Getting traffic to your website.

You only need about 250 words in the body of the paragraph, and you should write the same way you would talk to your friend.  Don't get caught trying to be formal.  You just want to communicate, which helps market yourself as you are.

Hint:  People LOVE Lists

People enjoy reading articles that show a definite list, but what types of lists?

This is open, but here is a quick breakdown:
  • Tips
  • Things to Avoid
  • Mistakes With
Here are example headlines that the video creator gives:
  • 5 Surefire Ways to...
  • The 7 Most Common Mistakes People Make with...
  • 10 Best Ways to...
  • 3 Things You MUST Avoid When...
Are those not compelling headlines?  If YOU saw them, would you want to read more?  Most people would.

How should I structure my List-style Article?

Introduction:  Write two (2) paragraphs that introduce the article idea that leads to the list.

Body
  • List Each Item or Tip
  • Write a paragraph or two on each item
Tricks to Get More Clicks

What is one (1) trick that you can use to get more clicks on your website?

Do NOT use a concluding paragraph.

Instead, lead the reader to your Resource (Bio) box.

The next thing is hardly a trick.  Keep putting out articles.

More Articles = More Traffic (Clicks)

Make sure that you submit these articles to article directories.

You can check this video and others to get other ideas how to quickly write quality articles that get clicks and bring traffic.

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