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Our 8-Step Guide for How to Write a Pro Blog Post, Types of blog posts,…
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Types of blog posts
how-to blog post, the blogger explains the steps the reader needs to take to complete a task. Recipe blog posts are a popular example of a how-to blog post.
list-based blog post is one that’s organized as a list of related entries. This could be a list of products, historical events, quotes, images, or unusual and intriguing facts, the kind of listicle Cracked.com made famous.
A news article blog post links to a trending news article and provides the blogger’s thoughts on that news article.
kind of post, the blogger introduces a person they’ve interviewed and provides some background information about the interviewee and their work.
review blog post, the blogger reviews a movie, video game, TV show, book, product . . . anything, really.
A personal blog post, like a personal essay, is where the author discusses their personal experiences, thoughts, and/or opinions.
An explainer blog post is similar to a how-to blog post in that it provides a thorough, objective explanation of its topic. The difference is that this kind of blog post isn’t necessarily presented in a linear, step-by-step format and doesn’t necessarily explain how to complete a task.
an image-based blog post is a post that focuses on images. The post could be an infographic or it could be a post consisting of multiple images.
How to write a blog
If you already have a website, find out if you can create a blog on the platform you’re using.
Once you’ve got your blog up and running, it’s time to choose the topic for your first post.
If your blog is affiliated with your business, brainstorm ideas for blog posts that provide value to your target audience while promoting your brand. For example, let’s say you run a dog-walking business.
following the writing process enables you to craft a thoughtful, well-developed piece. Blog posts are no exception. After you’ve determined a topic for your first blog post, create an outline.
The hook is one of the most important parts. This sentence or paragraph is the part that grabs the reader’s attention and promises that their curiosity will be satisfied if they keep reading.
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A call to action is a short phrase that asks the reader to do something. In a blog post, this might be to leave a comment, make a purchase, subscribe to your newsletter, or simply to read a related post next.
Read through the draft carefully and take note of any spots where your writing feels awkward, choppy, or even excessively wordy. Editing resources like Grammarly, various writing books, and even your own network of fellow writers can help you become a stronger editor by making you more attuned to issues in your work.
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WHat is a blog post?
A blog can be a section of a website or a standalone website of its own. The blog you’re currently reading is an example of the former, while The Pioneer Woman is an example of the latter.
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Enhance your blog post with engaging, relevant images
The same thing happens when you include images in your blog posts. Images break up the text and give your readers short breaks as they work through your content.