Comments on: Blogging Ideas: Keeping the River Flowing http://bettercloser.com/blogging-ideas-keeping-the-river-flowing/ Bill Rice on Internet Marketing, Social Selling Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:17:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: Bill Rice http://bettercloser.com/blogging-ideas-keeping-the-river-flowing/#comment-1995 Bill Rice Thu, 17 Dec 2009 20:25:47 +0000 http://bettercloser.com/?p=655#comment-1995 Getting into your readers/customers shoes is a great first step. After all, that's what it is all about right? Helping them.<br><br>I love the index card idea. One idea per card--easy to flip through, sort, carry, and file. Simplicity. My favorite theme.<br><br>I love the blog too. The pictures are fun and add great relevant texture. Everyone should check out: <a href="http://livingroomblog.ie/" rel="nofollow">http://livingroomblog.ie/</a> and better design your living space. Getting into your readers/customers shoes is a great first step. After all, that's what it is all about right? Helping them.

I love the index card idea. One idea per card–easy to flip through, sort, carry, and file. Simplicity. My favorite theme.

I love the blog too. The pictures are fun and add great relevant texture. Everyone should check out: http://livingroomblog.ie/ and better design your living space.

]]> By: Angela Carr http://bettercloser.com/blogging-ideas-keeping-the-river-flowing/#comment-1994 Angela Carr Thu, 17 Dec 2009 20:17:35 +0000 http://bettercloser.com/?p=655#comment-1994 I try to put myself in my readers (and potential clients) shoes and write my posts from their point of view - what information are they looking for and why?<br><br>When I started blogging last year, my first posts answered the questions I get asked most frequently by clients - not only is a great resource for my target audience but it's an invaluable tool when meeting new clients. Instead of having to explain particular issues in detail every time, I can send clients links to my posts beforehand and then follow up on specific questions they may have.<br><br>The blog is hosted on <a href="http://Wordpress.com" rel="nofollow">Wordpress.com</a>, and linked to my web-site, so I have their search info and can tailor posts to suit frequent searches queries, in addition to Google Analytics data. I've also written posts in response to industry news stories, articles I've read, TV programmes I've watched and events I've attended, as well as updates on recent business successes.<br><br>Although my blog is on a niche topic - home design & improvement - I find it useful to look at popular blogs in fields like Social Media just to see how they approach a topic - Do's & Don'ts, 10 Top Tips, 5 Things to Avoid etc., then think about how I can apply this to my own subject. <br><br>Whenever I have or find an idea that could be a post I note it on an index card (I know, I'm old school!) and keep them in a box beside my desk - ready to use next time I'm looking for inspiration... I try to put myself in my readers (and potential clients) shoes and write my posts from their point of view – what information are they looking for and why?

When I started blogging last year, my first posts answered the questions I get asked most frequently by clients – not only is a great resource for my target audience but it's an invaluable tool when meeting new clients. Instead of having to explain particular issues in detail every time, I can send clients links to my posts beforehand and then follow up on specific questions they may have.

The blog is hosted on WordPress.com, and linked to my web-site, so I have their search info and can tailor posts to suit frequent searches queries, in addition to Google Analytics data. I've also written posts in response to industry news stories, articles I've read, TV programmes I've watched and events I've attended, as well as updates on recent business successes.

Although my blog is on a niche topic – home design & improvement – I find it useful to look at popular blogs in fields like Social Media just to see how they approach a topic – Do's & Don'ts, 10 Top Tips, 5 Things to Avoid etc., then think about how I can apply this to my own subject.

Whenever I have or find an idea that could be a post I note it on an index card (I know, I'm old school!) and keep them in a box beside my desk – ready to use next time I'm looking for inspiration…

]]> By: Bill Rice http://bettercloser.com/blogging-ideas-keeping-the-river-flowing/#comment-1840 Bill Rice Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:25:47 +0000 http://bettercloser.com/?p=655#comment-1840 Getting into your readers/customers shoes is a great first step. After all, that's what it is all about right? Helping them.<br><br>I love the index card idea. One idea per card--easy to flip through, sort, carry, and file. Simplicity. My favorite theme.<br><br>I love the blog too. The pictures are fun and add great relevant texture. Everyone should check out: <a href="http://livingroomblog.ie/" rel="nofollow">http://livingroomblog.ie/</a> and better design your living space. Getting into your readers/customers shoes is a great first step. After all, that's what it is all about right? Helping them.

I love the index card idea. One idea per card–easy to flip through, sort, carry, and file. Simplicity. My favorite theme.

I love the blog too. The pictures are fun and add great relevant texture. Everyone should check out: http://livingroomblog.ie/ and better design your living space.

]]> By: Angela Carr http://bettercloser.com/blogging-ideas-keeping-the-river-flowing/#comment-1839 Angela Carr Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:17:35 +0000 http://bettercloser.com/?p=655#comment-1839 I try to put myself in my readers (and potential clients) shoes and write my posts from their point of view - what information are they looking for and why?<br><br>When I started blogging last year, my first posts answered the questions I get asked most frequently by clients - not only is a great resource for my target audience but it's an invaluable tool when meeting new clients. Instead of having to explain particular issues in detail every time, I can send clients links to my posts beforehand and then follow up on specific questions they may have.<br><br>The blog is hosted on <a href="http://Wordpress.com" rel="nofollow">Wordpress.com</a>, and linked to my web-site, so I have their search info and can tailor posts to suit frequent searches queries, in addition to Google Analytics data. I've also written posts in response to industry news stories, articles I've read, TV programmes I've watched and events I've attended, as well as updates on recent business successes.<br><br>Although my blog is on a niche topic - home design & improvement - I find it useful to look at popular blogs in fields like Social Media just to see how they approach a topic - Do's & Don'ts, 10 Top Tips, 5 Things to Avoid etc., then think about how I can apply this to my own subject. <br><br>Whenever I have or find an idea that could be a post I note it on an index card (I know, I'm old school!) and keep them in a box beside my desk - ready to use next time I'm looking for inspiration... I try to put myself in my readers (and potential clients) shoes and write my posts from their point of view – what information are they looking for and why?

When I started blogging last year, my first posts answered the questions I get asked most frequently by clients – not only is a great resource for my target audience but it's an invaluable tool when meeting new clients. Instead of having to explain particular issues in detail every time, I can send clients links to my posts beforehand and then follow up on specific questions they may have.

The blog is hosted on WordPress.com, and linked to my web-site, so I have their search info and can tailor posts to suit frequent searches queries, in addition to Google Analytics data. I've also written posts in response to industry news stories, articles I've read, TV programmes I've watched and events I've attended, as well as updates on recent business successes.

Although my blog is on a niche topic – home design & improvement – I find it useful to look at popular blogs in fields like Social Media just to see how they approach a topic – Do's & Don'ts, 10 Top Tips, 5 Things to Avoid etc., then think about how I can apply this to my own subject.

Whenever I have or find an idea that could be a post I note it on an index card (I know, I'm old school!) and keep them in a box beside my desk – ready to use next time I'm looking for inspiration…

]]> By: Bill Rice http://bettercloser.com/blogging-ideas-keeping-the-river-flowing/#comment-1706 Bill Rice Thu, 17 Dec 2009 15:25:47 +0000 http://bettercloser.com/?p=655#comment-1706 Getting into your readers/customers shoes is a great first step. After all, that's what it is all about right? Helping them.<br><br>I love the index card idea. One idea per card--easy to flip through, sort, carry, and file. Simplicity. My favorite theme.<br><br>I love the blog too. The pictures are fun and add great relevant texture. Everyone should check out: <a href="http://livingroomblog.ie/" rel="nofollow">http://livingroomblog.ie/</a> and better design your living space. Getting into your readers/customers shoes is a great first step. After all, that's what it is all about right? Helping them.

I love the index card idea. One idea per card–easy to flip through, sort, carry, and file. Simplicity. My favorite theme.

I love the blog too. The pictures are fun and add great relevant texture. Everyone should check out: http://livingroomblog.ie/ and better design your living space.

]]> By: Angela Carr http://bettercloser.com/blogging-ideas-keeping-the-river-flowing/#comment-1705 Angela Carr Thu, 17 Dec 2009 15:17:35 +0000 http://bettercloser.com/?p=655#comment-1705 I try to put myself in my readers (and potential clients) shoes and write my posts from their point of view - what information are they looking for and why?<br><br>When I started blogging last year, my first posts answered the questions I get asked most frequently by clients - not only is a great resource for my target audience but it's an invaluable tool when meeting new clients. Instead of having to explain particular issues in detail every time, I can send clients links to my posts beforehand and then follow up on specific questions they may have.<br><br>The blog is hosted on <a href="http://Wordpress.com" rel="nofollow">Wordpress.com</a>, and linked to my web-site, so I have their search info and can tailor posts to suit frequent searches queries, in addition to Google Analytics data. I've also written posts in response to industry news stories, articles I've read, TV programmes I've watched and events I've attended, as well as updates on recent business successes.<br><br>Although my blog is on a niche topic - home design & improvement - I find it useful to look at popular blogs in fields like Social Media just to see how they approach a topic - Do's & Don'ts, 10 Top Tips, 5 Things to Avoid etc., then think about how I can apply this to my own subject. <br><br>Whenever I have or find an idea that could be a post I note it on an index card (I know, I'm old school!) and keep them in a box beside my desk - ready to use next time I'm looking for inspiration... I try to put myself in my readers (and potential clients) shoes and write my posts from their point of view – what information are they looking for and why?

When I started blogging last year, my first posts answered the questions I get asked most frequently by clients – not only is a great resource for my target audience but it's an invaluable tool when meeting new clients. Instead of having to explain particular issues in detail every time, I can send clients links to my posts beforehand and then follow up on specific questions they may have.

The blog is hosted on WordPress.com, and linked to my web-site, so I have their search info and can tailor posts to suit frequent searches queries, in addition to Google Analytics data. I've also written posts in response to industry news stories, articles I've read, TV programmes I've watched and events I've attended, as well as updates on recent business successes.

Although my blog is on a niche topic – home design & improvement – I find it useful to look at popular blogs in fields like Social Media just to see how they approach a topic – Do's & Don'ts, 10 Top Tips, 5 Things to Avoid etc., then think about how I can apply this to my own subject.

Whenever I have or find an idea that could be a post I note it on an index card (I know, I'm old school!) and keep them in a box beside my desk – ready to use next time I'm looking for inspiration…

]]> By: Bill Rice http://bettercloser.com/blogging-ideas-keeping-the-river-flowing/#comment-1698 Bill Rice Wed, 16 Dec 2009 16:01:42 +0000 http://bettercloser.com/?p=655#comment-1698 Very nice. I would certainly call that a success and real ROI. You should check out an expert blogger (probably a competitor) in your space: <a href="http://themortgagereports.com/" rel="nofollow">http://themortgagereports.com/</a>. Assuming you haven't already. He's a great guy and VERY smart. Very nice. I would certainly call that a success and real ROI. You should check out an expert blogger (probably a competitor) in your space: http://themortgagereports.com/. Assuming you haven't already. He's a great guy and VERY smart.

]]> By: roypaeth http://bettercloser.com/blogging-ideas-keeping-the-river-flowing/#comment-1699 roypaeth Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:06:11 +0000 http://bettercloser.com/?p=655#comment-1699 Thanks Bill i will definitely take a look at his blog. I think with the attrition our industry has gone through there is enough business to go around. <br><br>Roy Paeth<br><a href="http://chicagolandmortgagesolutions.com/" rel="nofollow">Chicago First Time Home Buyer</a> Thanks Bill i will definitely take a look at his blog. I think with the attrition our industry has gone through there is enough business to go around.

Roy Paeth
Chicago First Time Home Buyer

]]> By: roypaeth http://bettercloser.com/blogging-ideas-keeping-the-river-flowing/#comment-1697 roypaeth Wed, 16 Dec 2009 14:45:52 +0000 http://bettercloser.com/?p=655#comment-1697 Bill i am really only 3-4 weeks in to serious blogging so far. In the 3-4 week i have generated two closeable loans so i will say i am happy with the results. If my blog can generate 2 closeable loans a month then it is well worth it. I would like to bring this number up to 4 and then add on a couple of additional blogs that target different niches such as reverse mortgages.<br><br>Roy Paeth<br><a href="http://chicagolandmortgagesolutions.com/" rel="nofollow">Chicago First Time Home Buyer</a> Bill i am really only 3-4 weeks in to serious blogging so far. In the 3-4 week i have generated two closeable loans so i will say i am happy with the results. If my blog can generate 2 closeable loans a month then it is well worth it. I would like to bring this number up to 4 and then add on a couple of additional blogs that target different niches such as reverse mortgages.

Roy Paeth
Chicago First Time Home Buyer

]]> By: Bill Rice http://bettercloser.com/blogging-ideas-keeping-the-river-flowing/#comment-1695 Bill Rice Wed, 16 Dec 2009 14:17:37 +0000 http://bettercloser.com/?p=655#comment-1695 Isn't that true. Lots of changes in the mortgage business. Has blogging been good for generating customer inquiries in your mortgage business? Isn't that true. Lots of changes in the mortgage business. Has blogging been good for generating customer inquiries in your mortgage business?

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