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How to Write a Successful HARO Pitch

Help a Reporter Out (HARO) is a powerful tool for building backlinks. Not just any backlinks, either — high-quality ones. Links from sites that can be very difficult to get links from otherwise. But HARO is competitive. After all, the Cision-owned platform has over one million users. I actually put out a HARO call for […]

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The 7 Essential Elements to Incorporate in Your Brand Style Guide

You’re tired of rejecting digital images because your logo is too small. You’re sick of new hires asking if the photos they’re about to upload are up to par. You’re wasting valuable time communicating back and forth about color choices with your web design and web dev team. It sounds like you need a style […]

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Our In-Depth Guide to SEO Keyword Monitoring

Keywords are a very important part of search engine optimization. Building your SEO strategy around specific keywords is one way to make sure your site appears in relevant searches. And if you’re targeting certain search terms with your strategy, it’s crucial to track your position in search engine results pages (SERPs) so that you always […]

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Affiliate Marketing Tools: The 17+ Tools Every Marketer Needs

Who doesn’t love the idea of working from anywhere in the world without a set work schedule? The top affiliate marketers don’t need to fantasize about this lifestyle – they have the option to live this way. Affiliate marketing is becoming more and more popular every day as people trade in the 9-5 lifestyle for […]

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Which SEO Benchmark Metrics Should You Track?

Search engine optimization is great because you can measure every aspect of it. However, the abundance of data can leave you wondering what’s actually important. Which SEO benchmark metrics do you need to pay attention to? Keep reading for answers.

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Your Step-by-Step Guide to Hiring a Top-Tier Content Marketing Writer

Surely you’ve heard the phrase “content is king.” And while it may be a terribly overused expression, the fact remains that it’s true. Everyone knows that creating strong content is the best way to connect with your audience, increase brand awareness, drive sales, and boost ROI and profitability. But who exactly is pumping out all […]

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SaaS SEO: Content Marketing for Software-as-a-Service Brands

Some startups put more emphasis on social media marketing than on SEO. Flip that. 68% of online experiences still begin with a search engine, and small tech companies rank for high-volume search terms all the time. So if you’re the founder of a SaaS company or have been tasked with marketing one, keep reading. Here’s what […]

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14 DIY SEO Tools for Do-It-Yourself Content Marketers

Want to do your own SEO instead of hiring out? Great!  There are tons of tools that can help you start driving traffic to your website, and we’re going to talk about a bunch of them below. Whether you’re a blogger looking for more readers or a small business owner hoping to attract new customers, this […]