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14 Key Practices That Will Make a Difference To Blogging in 2022

By Pedro Okoro, Chief Editor // Updated: January 15, 2022 6 Comments

A look at the key practices, ideas and innovations that will bring you success and joy through Blogging in 2022!

Blogging has always been big!

And blogging in 2022 is set to be even bigger.

But first, it’s been a challenging few years.

Just like at this time last year, the best we can expect and yearn for in 2022 is an end to the COVID-19 pandemic that has ravaged the world in the past few years.

And here’s the reality…

As a collective, if there’s any lesson we can take from the last few years, it is this:

When it comes to the pandemic, we cannot really count on anything!

Instead of betting on a return to how things were pre-pandemic, we should be seeking to create a new normal. One where we are aware of the health risks while finding safe, and effective ways to work, play and do things.

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The Definitive Guide On How To Find The Perfect Focus Keyword For Your Posts and Pages.

By Pedro Okoro, Chief Editor // Updated: January 3, 2022 7 Comments

Every article, blog post and page should have a keyword to focus on. This is the keyword you want to rank for, so that when people search for that word or phrase on Google, they find your content. The focus keyword should serve as a focal point of your content. And in this article, we provide actionable tips on how to find focus keywords for your blog posts, articles and pages.

Talking about focus keywords reminds me of a key SEO rule that underpins our content creation strategy here at Astute Copy Blogging.

It’s very simple: Never write an article or blog post on a keyword that you don’t think you can rank for!

We don’t just write articles and blog posts. We like to create ultra-useful content that’s fresh. The type our target audience really want.

Here’s the reality.

If there’s no focus or purpose to your content, as part of your overall SEO strategy, you will not rank in Google.

It is estimated that 92.41% of all searches are conducted on Google. According to Internet Live Stats, on average Google processes over 40,000 search queries every second worldwide.

This equates to well over 3.4 billion searches every single day.

Let that sink in… 3.4 billion!

Those colossal numbers mean Google offers a powerful tool for you to promote your content and drive organic traffic to your website or blog.

And there’s more search related stats:

39% of all global ecommerce traffic comes from searches.
93% of all online experiences begin with a search engine.
Nearly 80% of users ignore paid ads in search results.

Answer The Public says 20% of search queries are new keywords which have never been seen before. What an opportunity to rank for keywords that your target audience are actually interested in!

In order to rank in Google searches, you need an effective SEO strategy that includes several actionable strategies including the use of a focus keyword in your content. And in just a moment, we will consider how to find focus keywords for your articles and blog posts.

But first, what is a focus keyword?

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10 Actionable Strategies for Acquiring Backlinks for Your Site

By Kate Parish, Guest Writer // Updated: January 3, 2022 3 Comments

Backlinks are the live wire of any website. Yet, an unhealthy 55% of websites do not have an SEO backlink strategy. That’s about 1 in 2 of all websites. Against this background, our Guest Contributor and Digital Marketing expert, Kate Parish shares 10 actionable techniques for acquiring high quality backlinks for your blog!

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What do you do to make your business, blog, or online store popular? You may employ digital PR, social media, or state-of-the-art innovations.

Suppose you own an online store on Magento. What can you add to the website to enhance the shopping experience? You may transform the traditional store architecture into a Magento headless solution, speed up the page load, and improve navigation.

However, the fundamental thing you can’t overlook is creating qualitative content. But even the most professional guide may appear in the darkness of Google search without proper promotion.

With all SEO strategies, link building remains essential for promoting your website in search.

Why?

It works as a word-of-mouth recommendation. Other resources signal Google to pay attention to the page, as it contains something relevant. It may be statistics, an explanatory article, or a citation. The more resources point to your page, the more visible it becomes.

According to research, almost 55% of websites don’t have any backlinks or neglect the SEO backlink strategy. So the sooner you develop a backlink strategy, the better.

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Your Free Guide to the Fastest and Best Backlink Checker

By Pedro Okoro, Chief Editor // Updated: January 15, 2022 16 Comments

If you’re a digital marketer tracking SEO campaigns, you would know that the speed of link discovery, reporting, and audits are crucial to your work. Links are an essential metric, and as an SEO, if you can’t report them fast, you could lag behind. Backlink data is crucial, and in this epic Review, we reveal the best backlink checker. As a bonus, we even offer you a free backlink checking tool!

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Recent studies have shown that backlinks are still a priority in SEO rankings. Some may argue that it is the top-ranking factor in SEO strategy.

To rate high in SEO, one needs to have the best tools. SEO is ever changing, and you will need to keep up with the newest and best ways to stay ahead of the game.

But first, what is the best backlink checker?

Here is a quick clue…

The best backlink checker also happens to be the fastest backlink analytics checker.

And in this article, I reveal this awesome backlink checker tool, give you some link building strategies, and show you how to get backlinks.

But first, what are backlinks and why all the fuss?

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As Easy As ABC – How To Create A Self Hosted WordPress Blog In Less Than 15 Minutes. Guaranteed!

By Pedro Okoro, Chief Editor // Updated: December 26, 2021 2 Comments

41% of all websites are built on WordPress. These range from hobby blogs to the best and most sophisticated online news sites such as BBC, CBS and Bloomberg. That’s because with self hosted WordPress, the possibilities are limitless. In this step-by-step guide, we show you how to create a self hosted WordPress blog in less than 15 minutes. And the question is, “What will you create with your self hosted WordPress”?

There’s no easier way to say this. So I’d just say it as it is: You need a blog. Period! The world as we once knew it has changed. And in this new normal, you need an online platform of your own because the world needs to hear your voice.

Starting a blog is the easiest and perhaps, the best way to create an online platform that you control.

And I highly recommend WordPress to you.

In just a moment, I will show you how to install your self hosted WordPress blog in 15 minutes or less.

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The Definitive Guide To The Best Blog Post Format For Your Posts

By Pedro Okoro, Chief Editor // Updated: December 18, 2021 1 Comment

In this step-by-step guide, we showcase the absolute best blog post formatting ideas not only to keep your readers hooked, but to keep them coming back for more!

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Quick question. How do you structure your blog posts? The best blog post format for each of your posts should be determined by either the search engine results pages (SERP) position you’re targeting or the keywords you want to rank for. Or even both!

Confused?

I don’t blame you.

This detailed and practical guide bares it all for you. So, if you’re ready, let’s push on right now!

But first…

What is a blog post format? And why is it important?

Blog post format or blog post formatting signifies the way you structure your posts as a writer, so they get maximum read time from anyone lucky enough to stumble upon them.

And picking the right way to present your content, and formatting your articles properly makes the difference between users sticking to your pages as if they’re glued onto them.

Or bouncing quickly, dashing your hopes of content monetization.

So, I’d say it is mighty important, don’t you agree? 🙂

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The 54 Standout Recurring Affiliate Programs for Earning Significant Passive Income in 2022

By Pedro Okoro, Chief Editor // Updated: January 3, 2022 32 Comments

If affiliate marketing with recurring income sounds interesting to you, it is! There’s tons of money to be made. And in this article, we showcase the absolute best 54 affiliate programs with recurring commissions, to help you earn serious money online this year. As a bonus, we include the top features of each affiliate program, together with their sign-up links!

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That’s the dream, right? To earn enough passive income from the best recurring affiliate programs that you can quit your day job, escape the 9 to 5 trap and live the life of your dreams.

Well, it need not be fantasy.

I’ve been making a living online from recurring commission affiliate programs for a few years, and here’s what I’ve learned:

There’s a lot of money to be made online. In fact, affiliate marketing in the US is expected to exceed $8.2 billion in the coming years.
The top affiliate marketers earn tens (and sometimes hundreds) of thousands of dollars every month from high paying, recurring affiliate programs and from recurring commission affiliate programs. And you can do the same.
Your goal should be to give insane value to your audience or tribe, while maximizing your passive income online. You can achieve this goal by focusing on those lifetime affiliate programs from well-known and well established brands with amazing products and services. The fact that they also have some of the best recurring affiliate programs, becomes a bonus!

This is what I mean…

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The Ultimate Guide to Amazon Referral Links and the Amazon Affiliate Program

By Pedro Okoro, Chief Editor // Updated: May 17, 2021 7 Comments

In this step-by-step guide, we show you everything you need to know about Amazon referral links and the Amazon Affiliate Program. As a bonus, we show you how to make serious money as an Amazon affiliate!

Are you an affiliate looking to join the Amazon affiliate program? Wondering whether you’ll be able to use those pesky Amazon referral links correctly?

Or perhaps, you’re having doubts about the profitability of being an Amazon associate?

Well, if you responded with “yes” to any of these questions then, you’re in the right place.

All you’ve got to do is allow me to guide you here and now.

Ready? Awesome 🙂

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