[EzineArticles] Top 7 Repurposing Content Snafus to Avoid

Top 7 Repurposing Content Snafus to Avoid Repurposing Content Can Help You Increase Your Return-on-Time Investment When Done Properly Thinking about repurposing content? Repurposing is the act of taking existing content from one medium and preparing it for another medium, but it can get a bit hairy. Watch out for these Top 7 Repurposing Content Snafus to avoid a downgrade in credibility. Snafu #1: Submitting Derivative Content Repurposed content is content adapted for another medium, such as adapting a newsletter article into a blog post or an ebook into an article. Derivative content is article pollution and it occurs when someone attempts to publish content within the same medium, such as tweaking or spinning article A to produce article B. Become a leading authority in your niche with quality, original content. Snafu #2: Selecting Uninformative Content The methodology behind successful article writing is in providing quality, informative value readers can use to their benefit. Article writing is not a diary platform, nor is it a news source to convey events or happenings. Do provide personal experience to resonate with readers; however, avoid providing superfluous details that may bog down your success and hurt your credibility. Snafu #3: Forgetting Article Independence Ensure each article stands alone or is independent. A stand alone article means the reader doesn't have to dig around for another article (e.g., "Continued in part II.") or click away (e.g., "To read the rest of this article, click here."). The reader should gain the full benefit promised in the article's title, summary, introduction, or article body in the same article. Snafu #4: Formatting Serial Articles Poorly Similar to forgetting article independence, writing articles in a series can be cumbersome and challenging for readers to follow. The article series needs to have similar titles and similar formatting for continuity. Also, the article parts should be submitted consecutively (i.e., make sure Part 1 is approved before submitting Part 2). That way, should Part 1 be rejected, Part 2 wouldn't be published before Part 1 and the author can make changes accordingly. This adds credibility and will keep readers involved. Snafu #5: Referencing the Wrong Platform Platform references such as "this blog" or "in this newsletter" are embarrassing when reproduced on another platform. These platform references confuse readers or appear lazy, i.e., you couldn't be bothered to write an original article for that platform. It's better to be safe than sorry: avoid writing these references altogether to encourage syndication and avert confusion. Snafu #6: Mismatching Author Names Ghostwriting, brand writing, or utilizing pen names can often lead to a little confusion when publishing on behalf of your company without mixing brands. As long as the content is 100% exclusive to you, ensure your byline (that line that says "By: [Insert Your Name Here]" above your article matches the name listed in your Resource Box. Also, this may seem a bit strange ... but to avoid appearing spammy and hold onto your credibility, please make sure the genders between your byline and Resource Box match too. For example, if your byline is Betsy Waters and it says "the author built his company ..." in the Resource Box, one doesn't just question your gender, they might question your credibility too. Snafu #7: Alluding to Content That's Not There One of the most common errors to repurposing content: missing content. Missing images, links, and even entire paragraphs or content elements due to copy/paste errors or platform guidelines. Check for continuity to avoid embarrassing references, like "In Figure 1.2, note the difference ..." and there's no Figure 1.2 or "visit the section of my website ..." and there's no link link to the website. Bonus: Missing Contact Information in the Resource Box Many are drawn to article writing for its benefit of increased traffic and exposure. Why would you miss out on this great opportunity to build your brand? Always include a link or contact information in your Resource Box (even if it's just a Twitter handle). Avert disaster by watching out for these repurposing content snafus! In doing so, you will avert embarrassment, maintain your credibility, increase your exposure, and save time on your article writing efforts. Questions? Do you have a repurposing content suggestion you would like to share? Share your comments by visiting this post online! To Your Article Writing Success & Passion! Vanessa, Editorial Manager http://Blog.EzineArticles.com/ http://EzineArticles.com/ PS: Start the year off right. Click here to get your Premium Membership benefits package today. EzineArticles Member Endorsement "EzineArticles surely has worked for me." I really have supported my business with my ezine articles ... This has been a tremendous boost to branding of my name, my website, and my various projects. I am looked upon as an expert on aging, someone that writes about their subject. People get an idea of what you think, as well as what you can give to their organization or on an individual basis. EzineArticles surely has worked for me. Patricia Weaver PatriciaWeaver.net EzineArticles Newsletter Information Join EzineArticles | Manage Your Subscription | EzineArticles RSS Feed | List Support Create Free Membership Account | Login For Members Only To Leave The EzineArticles Newsletter: leave-8347359-4884430.91384863d13c19d33b8fa26a396b13a6@lists.ezinearticles.com ISSN: 1525-7126 - Library Of Congress, Washington D.C. Postal address: EzineArticles.com, PO Box 12740 Green Bay WI 54307 USA © Copyright 1999-2013 EzineArticles.com. All Rights Reserved.

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[EzineArticles] A vs. An - The Indefinitely Mind-Boggling English Rule

A vs. An - The Indefinitely Mind-Boggling English Rule Articles? Indefinite? Acronyms? From time-to-time we all need a little reminder about one grammatical rule or another. Even for many native-English speakers, the usage of the indefinite article "a" or "an" is confusing. We can only imagine what it must be like for non-native English speakers. Let's settle this mind-boggling English rule! What Are Articles? Articles are words that accompany a noun to indicate the type of reference being made by the noun. In the English language, there are three types of articles: definite, indefinite, and partitive. Definite: The word the indicates that its noun is a particular noun or is an identifiable noun to the listener or reader. Indefinite: The words a and an are used before a singular noun that has a plural form. Partitive: Often used to indicate a mass noun, the word some is the English equivalent to a partitive article (e.g., "Would you like some coffee?"). Can you use articles interchangeably? No. Substituting the for a may change the context and may confuse your readers. Consider the following examples: Give me the glass. Give me a glass. Give me some glass. A vs. An - Which Is It? A is used before nouns that begin with consonants, whereas an is used before words that begin with vowels. There are many exceptions, such as using a before a word with the letter u (when pronounced like "you") and the letter o (when pronounced like "one"). And then there's that tricky, silent h. Even though it's a consonant, that meddling unsounded h is preceded by an (not a) because it's typically followed by a vowel or vowel sound. When the h is pronounced (or what follows the h is pronounced) like a consonant, use a. For example: an hour a hill an heir a history Similarly, in the case of an acronyms, a is used before a consonant sound and an is used before a vowel sound. There's the catch! Watch out for acronyms that are pronounced as one word instead of each letter. For example, sound out the differences of the following. Notice the distinction between the consonant sound and the vowel sound, especially for those acronyms spelled out and those pronounced as one word. an FBI agent (each letter is pronounced) a FAQ page (pronounced as a word) an FAQ page (each letter is pronounced) an HTML tag (each letter is pronounced) a HIPAA regulation (pronounced as a word) The be all and end all of this grammatical principle is to rely on the pronunciation of the word in concert with the consonant/vowel rule to determine which is appropriate. When all else fails, ask a friend or even us here at EzineArticles - we'll give you a hand! Do you have any questions about weird English rules? Share it here! To Your Article Writing Success & Passion! Penny, Managing Editor http://Blog.EzineArticles.com/ http://EzineArticles.com/ PS: Start the year off right by getting more for less with a EzineArticles Premium Membership benefits package! Click here for details. EzineArticles Member Endorsement "I have grown my monthly newsletter to over 14,000 subscribers." I started article writing when I started my newsletter in late 2006. At that time, I had about 25 subscribers - mostly friends and family. Since then I have grown my monthly newsletter to over 14,000 subscribers. Lee Binz TheHomeScholar.com EzineArticles Newsletter Information Join EzineArticles | Manage Your Subscription | EzineArticles RSS Feed | List Support Create Free Membership Account | Login For Members Only To Leave The EzineArticles Newsletter: leave-8340814-4884430.91384863d13c19d33b8fa26a396b13a6@lists.ezinearticles.com ISSN: 1525-7126 - Library Of Congress, Washington D.C. Postal address: EzineArticles.com, PO Box 12740 Green Bay WI 54307 USA © Copyright 1999-2013 EzineArticles.com. All Rights Reserved.

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[EzineArticles] 2012 EzineArticles Video Roundup

2012 EzineArticles Video Roundup The Top Ten EzineArticles Videos of 2012 In case you missed the video releases on the Blog, on our YouTube Channel, or in the Newsletter, here are the Top Ten EzineArticles Videos of 2012 with a short recap of each video's message. 1. The Power of Social Networking Between Twitter and Facebook alone, there are over 800 million users tweeting, sharing, posting, reposting, and more. For Expert Authors, this exchange of information makes article writing and social networking a perfect match. Watch this video and discover strategies and tips to harness The Power of Social Networking! 2. 2 Minute Approval Tips: #20 Reaching the Word Count Avoid the fluff in your next quality, original article and reach the minimum word count the right way. Watch this video to discover how you can reach the minimum word count the right way to increase your credibility and build your readership. 3. Common Article Writing Roadblocks - Promotional Content By acknowledging there may be potential roadblocks ahead and knowing how to steer clear of these would-be hazards, you can ensure your article journey goes smoothly for you and your readers. Watch this video to discover the first roadblock many new and experienced Expert Authors encounter: Product Sales/Promotional Content. 4. Article Content vs. Real Life – Location Stuffing If you choose to target an audience or demographic based on a location (instead of a national or even global audience), ensure you are providing the reader with a detailed, unambiguous map that is relevant to your article's topic. Discover how Late Night Article Writing host Lenny Wordsmith learns to provide value without location stuffing. 5. Late Night Article Writing: 4th Edition Catch up with your favorite Late Night Article Writing host and his special guest, Calvin Grammar as they count down the Top Ten Ways to Generate Article Ideas. 6. Common Article Writing Roadblocks - Keyword Abuse There are many quick and easy methods that will sabotage your efforts. One such method: Throwing keywords aimlessly at content. Discover the top 5 roadblocks associated with poor keyword usage and keyword abuse in the second edition of our Common Article Writing Roadblocks video series. 7. Increase Your Visibility to Get Results Do you find yourself staring at your analytics and continually asking yourself: "Why is no one visiting my site?" Rather than getting frustrated with your traffic results, consider the root of the issue: your visibility. Watch this video to discover how you can wash away your frustrations to increase your visibility and become a leader in your niche! 8. Article Content vs. Real Life – Quality Linking Visitors expect fast-loading and easily-navigable pages that are bursting with rich, relevant content. Discover how a search for a stapler is similar to a visitor clicking through to a blog or website in 5 discouraging (and even scary) scenarios. 9. EzineArticles Presents: The Haunted Typewriter Dared to enter the condemned schoolhouse by friends, Johnny pushed through cobwebs and found it: the haunted typewriter. Legend dictates the typewriter, possessed by Miss Darkwright, types a message back, but those who have discovered its secrets have never returned. Discover what happens to Johnny ... 10. Celebrating EzineArticles' 13th Anniversary Every single article submitted to EzineArticles.com is reviewed by an Associate Editor and a Quality Control Editor, which ensures your articles will provide value for readers as well as publishers and ultimately help you achieve your goals. Watch our tribute to the 450,000+ Expert Authors who submit original, quality articles! Bonus: The Twelve Days of Poor Grammar Celebrate the true spirit of article writing, language, and good grammar by watching "The Twelve Days of Poor Grammar." Sing along and don't forget to share! Subscribe to the EzineArticles YouTube Channel to find even more EzineArticles videos. What's your favorite video? We'd love to hear your feedback and suggestions in the comments section of this post online. To Your Article Writing Success & Passion! Penny, Managing Editor http://Blog.EzineArticles.com/ http://EzineArticles.com/ PS: Click here to check out this year's holiday card featuring the EzineArticles team in festive attire! EzineArticles Member Endorsement "You guys are simply the BEST!" EzineArticles.com is truly a reputable directory article site that gives so many writers an opportunity to publish their work and have it exposed to a huge global audience. You guys are simply the BEST! Kym Gordon Moore FromBehindThePen.WordPress.com EzineArticles Newsletter Information Join EzineArticles | Manage Your Subscription | EzineArticles RSS Feed | List Support Create Free Membership Account | Login For Members Only To Leave The EzineArticles Newsletter: leave-8315529-4884430.91384863d13c19d33b8fa26a396b13a6@lists.ezinearticles.com ISSN: 1525-7126 - Library Of Congress, Washington D.C. Postal address: EzineArticles.com, PO Box 12740 Green Bay WI 54307 USA © Copyright 1999-2012 EzineArticles.com. All Rights Reserved.

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[EzineArticles] The Twelve Days of Poor Grammar

The Twelve Days of Poor Grammar Starring the EzineArticles Carolers! Celebrate the true spirit of article writing, language, and good grammar by checking out the "The Twelve Days of Poor Grammar" lyrics below the video and sing along! Downloadable Versions:                 The Twelve Days of Poor Grammar On the first day of submission, my article came back to me with one spelling error, oh gee! On the second day of submission, my article came back to me with two misused words, and one spelling error, oh gee! On the third day of submission, my article came back to me with three texting texts, two misused words, and one spelling error, oh gee! On the fourth day of submission, my article came back to me with four poorly possessive apostrophes, three texting texts, two misused words, and one spelling error, oh gee! On the fifth day of submission, my article came back to me with five run-on sentences, four poorly possessive apostrophes, three texting texts, two misused words, and one spelling error, oh gee! On the sixth day of submission, my article came back to me with six confusing contractions, five run-on sentences, four poorly possessive apostrophes, three texting texts, two misused words, and one spelling error, oh gee! On the seventh day of submission, my article came back to me with seven comma splices, six confusing contractions, five run-on sentences, four poorly possessive apostrophes, three texting texts, two misused words, and one spelling error, oh gee! On the eighth day of submission, my article came back to me with eight double negatives, seven comma splices, six confusing contractions, five run-on sentences, four poorly possessive apostrophes, three texting texts, two misused words, and another spelling error, oh gee! On the ninth day of submission, my article came back to me with nine malfunctioned conjunctions, eight double negatives, seven comma splices, six confusing contractions, five run-on sentences, four poorly possessive apostrophes, three texting texts, two misused words, and one spelling error, oh gee! On the tenth day of submission, my article came back to me with ten incomplete sentences, nine malfunctioned conjunctions, eight double negatives, seven comma splices, six confusing contractions, five run-on sentences, four poorly possessive apostrophes, three texting texts, two misused words, and one spelling error, oh gee! On the eleventh day of submission, my article came back to me with eleven split infinitives, ten incomplete sentences, nine malfunctioned conjunctions, eight double negatives, seven comma splices, six confusing contractions, five run-on sentences, four poorly possessive apostrophes, three texting texts, two misused words, and one spelling error, oh gee! On the twelfth day of submission, my article came back to me with twelve dangling modifiers, eleven split infinitives, ten incomplete sentences, nine malfunctioned conjunctions, eight double negatives, seven comma splices, six confusing contractions, five run-on sentences, four poorly possessive apostrophes, three texting texts, two misused words, and one spelling error, oh gee! *** Give your readers the gift of good grammar! Celebrate the true spirit of article writing, language, and good grammar by watching "The Twelve Days of Poor Grammar." Simply click here, sing along, and don't forget to share. To Your Article Writing Success & Passion! Penny, Managing Editor http://Blog.EzineArticles.com/ http://EzineArticles.com/ PS: The end of the year is almost here! Plan next year's Editorial Calendar to get ready with these great tips: click here. EzineArticles Member Endorsement "EzineArticles.com has worked out extremely well ..." The relationship with EzineArticles.com has worked out extremely well. As a consequence of publishing articles on EzineArticles.com, I have built a huge body of material that enhances my credibility and search engine optimization. However, and most importantly, I have been able to use EzineArticles.com as a way of helping others. Nigel Brooks NigelAlBrooks.com EzineArticles Newsletter Information Join EzineArticles | Manage Your Subscription | EzineArticles RSS Feed | List Support Create Free Membership Account | Login For Members Only To Leave The EzineArticles Newsletter: leave-8305120-4884430.91384863d13c19d33b8fa26a396b13a6@lists.ezinearticles.com ISSN: 1525-7126 - Library Of Congress, Washington D.C. Postal address: EzineArticles.com, PO Box 12740 Green Bay WI 54307 USA © Copyright 1999-2012 EzineArticles.com. All Rights Reserved.

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[EzineArticles] Are Your Resource Box Links Transparent and Relevant?

Are Your Resource Box Links Transparent and Relevant? Increasing Your Success We recently discussed 7 tips to increase your click rate and how several elements of your article and Resource Box play an enormous role in satisfying your reader's needs. In return, satisfied readers will give you power to build a solid platform of success. Let's take a closer look into a healthy Resource Box and how you can naturally encourage your readers to visit your blog or website with clear, relevant, and concise language in concert with your links. 4 Key Elements to Bear in Mind When you write, you not only write to inform in your article, but you also provide further value and relevance within your Resource Box and on your links to your blog or website. Be sure to blend these four key ingredients well and you'll have a recipe for article success. Brand: The topic you write about and how you showcase your expertise is a direct reflection on you as an Expert Author and your personal or professional brand. You're the expert, so give your readers the information they want and need by providing your original insights. Be transparent in your Resource Box and website by ensuring your brand carries through your submission to your website. Keywords: You want to sound authoritative, but not spammy - only use keywords naturally and maintain quality. It's possible to highlight key ideas and thoughts without using specific keyword phrases dotted throughout. The language in your article should be natural, purposeful, and create a bridge of trust between you and your reader. This bridge provides a clear path to your Resource Box without the keyword "clutter." Anchor text: A good way to think about anchor text is as a gateway or "window" to more relevant content. What's your company name? What's your URL? The text used here needs to be transparent and relevant, thereby "anchoring" your brand and furthering the information you've provided within your article. Avoid using keyword phrases in anchor text that don't read naturally to highlight your most important asset: your brand. Links: How much trust you've built in your relationship with your audience will be tested in your Resource Box and on your links. Without relevance, your links won't be strong enough to pull your audience in for more juicy content. Provide a common thread by carrying your article topic through your entire submission to your website: your article > Resource Box > website. Introducing Co-Occurrence in Your Resource Box So how does combining all of these elements serve to enhance your anchor text? Each of these things work together to reinforce transparency and relevance, and your Resource Box is ultimately where the two come together to work their magic. This can be done optimally by practicing "co-occurrence." Co-occurrence is based on brand association and is often used by search engines to determine quality and relevance for its users. For example, if you think of a word like "chips," "cola," "shoes," etc., no doubt a particular product or brand came to mind. Using co-occurrence, you can use keywords associated with your brand in your Resource Box to reinforce your transparency, relevance, rank, and click rate. For example, let's say you're an expert on fish and aquariums and your company is "Joe's Fish and Aquariums." Rather than repeating keywords in your Resource Box or in your anchor text, pair your brand with your URL and use this to formulate your call-to-action: "Joe Smith has been an aquatic expert for over 30 years. Joe's Fish and Aquariums is your number one source for aquarium fish and supplies. To order, go to http://example.com" By doing this, you've increased your transparency by making it clear who you are, you've shown that your anchor text is indeed relevant to your article topic, and increased the likelihood readers will want to connect with you on your website or blog. What do you do to increase transparency and trust with your readers? Let us know in the comments section here! To Your Article Writing Success & Passion! Vanessa, Editorial Manager http://Blog.EzineArticles.com/ http://EzineArticles.com/ PS: Want a tremendously successful method to plan your writing efforts? Click here to discover how you can create an annual Editorial Calendar with these easy tips. EzineArticles Member Endorsement "... build an expert reputation ..." After submitting articles to EzineArticles.com, I experienced a dramatic improvement in my website's search engine rankings -- and the increases in traffic and sales that come with top rankings. I recommend EzineArticles.com to anyone who wants to increase their web visibility and build an expert reputation. Cathy Stucker IdeaLady.com EzineArticles Newsletter Information Join EzineArticles | Manage Your Subscription | EzineArticles RSS Feed | List Support Create Free Membership Account | Login For Members Only To Leave The EzineArticles Newsletter: leave-8296914-4884430.91384863d13c19d33b8fa26a396b13a6@lists.ezinearticles.com ISSN: 1525-7126 - Library Of Congress, Washington D.C. Postal address: EzineArticles.com, PO Box 12740 Green Bay WI 54307 USA © Copyright 1999-2012 EzineArticles.com. All Rights Reserved.

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[EzineArticles] Looking Back Article Template

Looking Back Article Template Shared Events Attract Attention Humans generally aren't classified as "lone wolves." We like to connect, interact, share, and simply be together. Think of big events that happen - whether it's something tragic, something political, something environmental, or even something joyful - we talk, we protest, we advocate ... we do. Taking a look back reminds us of our shared history, experiences, and discoveries. Whether it's nostalgic or the desire to do bigger, better things in our lives and business, it provides us with a foundation to look to our future. That's why writing a Looking Back article is a great way to connect with your audience and increase engagement. The Looking Back Article Template First, make a list of great, shared events that have occurred in your niche or events that have influenced your niche. Select the top 5-7 events that had the greatest impact on your niche. Did these events have a common element? Did one event cause another event? Next, write an article connecting these events together in a concise format for your readers using the following template: 1. Introduce - Write an introduction that grabs your reader's attention in the first 2-3 lines and then projects what your article is about in the last line. Provide readers with a relevant shocking argument, stirring fact, or startling confession that looks back over your niche or the culmination of an event. 2. List an Event - Provide a headline of the event. Consider, if this were in the newspaper, how would the headline read? Below each headline, describe what the event was and how it impacted your niche. Avoid providing specific dates as this could make it appear like a press release, rather than an informative article. 3. Continue - Repeat Step 2 until your list of top 5-7 events is exhausted. 4. Conclude - In your conclusion, summarize briefly the take away of all of these events. Provide a prediction of what will happen in the future. Connect with your readers by taking a look back and sharing your analysis of an event, the year, or even the century as it relates to your niche. Want more article templates? Increase your exposure and your article library simultaneously by downloading EzineArticles' 52 interactive Article Templates on PDF. Click here for more details! Have you written an article using the Looking Back style? Share your article and experiences in the comments section here. To Your Article Writing Success & Passion! Christopher M. Knight, Publisher http://Blog.EzineArticles.com/ http://EzineArticles.com/ PS: Need a great stocking stuffer? Get the EzineArticles' Article Templates on the go with the limited edition Deck of Cards: click here! EzineArticles Member Endorsement "The benefits will be dramatic" EzineArticles has been one of the best Internet marketing decisions I've made over the years. One thing that is important with Internet marketing is to produce content consistently, not once a month. The benefits ... will be dramatic in that regard. The whole process is a marathon, not a sprint! David Greene PreferredPainCenter.com EzineArticles Newsletter Information Join EzineArticles | Manage Your Subscription | EzineArticles RSS Feed | List Support Create Free Membership Account | Login For Members Only To Leave The EzineArticles Newsletter: leave-8288253-4884430.91384863d13c19d33b8fa26a396b13a6@lists.ezinearticles.com ISSN: 1525-7126 - Library Of Congress, Washington D.C. Postal address: EzineArticles.com, PO Box 12740 Green Bay WI 54307 USA © Copyright 1999-2012 EzineArticles.com. All Rights Reserved.

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[EzineArticles] Top 10 Quality Measures to Increase Article Success

Top 10 Quality Measures to Increase Article Success Let Quality Be Your Guide We're not going to mince words here. Ensure you have these quality control measures in your article writing lineup to provide a quality reader experience or you may find yourself and your efforts left in the dust. 1. Proofread and Edit Spelling and grammatical errors in social media or email may be considered a forgivable offense, but in your articles - no way. Employ a draft system: Draft 1: Brainstorm and outline topic. Draft 2: Write with wild abandon. Draft 3: Mercilessly edit, tighten, and polish. 2. Tell, Not Sell The title, summary, and article body aren't the places to describe the goods and services your business provides - even if you don't name your business within the content, alluding to it is a no-no. Not only will you run out of article topics fast, you'll be rejected by readers. Provide non-promotional, informative articles for the good of your audience 100% of the time. 3. Inform with Quality and Originality Avoid generalities like the plague. In an article on tips for dog toys, listing "play fetch by using a ball" is far from groundbreaking. Put some elbow grease into your creativity and provide only FRESH information. More fresh tips: Mentioning or discussing a location? Provide an original experience that places the reader in that location. Writing about a common topic? What interesting information based on your experiences can make that topic more engaging and new? Always ask yourself: What's makes this article original? 4. Be True to Your Title Take your titles seriously. That's not to say you can't be humorous or whimsical, but you should put effort into writing your titles so they're searchable, desirable, and deliverable. If you've created a captivating title that is relevant to your reader's needs and promised a benefit, ensure your article brings the reader home by delivering everything the title promised and more. 5. Provide a Call-to-Action Strategy! Broadcasting a bunch of links in your article or Resource Box and hoping for the best isn't going to yield results. It's similar to a busy intersection without a sense of traffic flow or directional signs. Your submission is allotted up to two self-serving links. Although you can place a link in your article body, strategically placing your submission allotment of 2 relevant links with a call-to-action in your Resource Box (none in the article) gives you momentum and your readers direction. 6. Always Link in the Resource Box If your Resource Box has been proven to be the best location for your links, why would you link in your article body, but not in your Resource Box? Again, think strategy. Always provide at least one link in your Resource Box (although providing both in the Resource Box has yielded many authors great results). Here are the two best linking strategies: Link twice in your Resource Box without any links in your article body. Provide one text-based anchored link and one URL-based anchored link. Link once below the fold in your article body with a text-based anchored link and then one URL-based anchored link in your Resource Box. 7. Link to Quality Your website should provide a quality experience that meets these 5 areas: Original - Provide unique information that cannot be found anywhere else. Quality - Use clean formatting as well as good grammar and spelling. Relevance - Meet your reader's expectations, needs, wants, and interests. Navigation - Practice clear, simple, and easily accessible navigation. Transparency - Establish your presence on your website to increase transparency. 8. Use an Eye-Pleasing Format Train your reader's eye down the page by making it easy for them. Avoid huge chunks of text by adding full vertical line breaks between paragraphs, incorporate meaningful headers, and employ ordered or unordered lists when applicable. 9. Increase Byline Transparency Ensure your reader can focus on the article instead of figuring out who wrote it by repeating your name, who you are, and what you can further provide the reader in your Resource Box. 10. Test Your Links Regularly Don't create a dead-end for your readers. We've said it before and we'll say it again: Check them once, check 'em twice – if the link doesn't work, fix it or don't use the link. If you make any structural changes to your blog or website or completely rebrand yourself by closing a website, don't forget all of your live articles that may be linking to it! Routinely check to make sure everything is up and running. What quality measure would you like added to this list? Share it in the comments section here! To Your Article Writing Success & Passion! Penny, Managing Editor http://Blog.EzineArticles.com/ http://EzineArticles.com/ PS: Project confidence and trust to earn it! Click here to discover how with these 7 tips to increase your click rate. EzineArticles Member Endorsement "EzineArticles surely has worked for me." I really have supported my business with my ezine articles ... This has been a tremendous boost to branding of my name, my website, and my various projects. I am looked upon as an expert on aging, someone that writes about their subject. People get an idea of what you think, as well as what you can give to their organization or on an individual basis. EzineArticles surely has worked for me. Patricia Weaver PatriciaWeaver.net EzineArticles Newsletter Information Join EzineArticles | Manage Your Subscription | EzineArticles RSS Feed | List Support Create Free Membership Account | Login For Members Only To Leave The EzineArticles Newsletter: leave-8282645-4884430.91384863d13c19d33b8fa26a396b13a6@lists.ezinearticles.com ISSN: 1525-7126 - Library Of Congress, Washington D.C. Postal address: EzineArticles.com, PO Box 12740 Green Bay WI 54307 USA © Copyright 1999-2012 EzineArticles.com. All Rights Reserved.

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