How To Write Blog Posts Readers Love To Read! ❤️
How to write blog posts that get traffic. New bloggers over 50? Learn the anatomy of a post and how to write blog posts faster and easier!
How to write blog posts that people will love to read!
I know! There are tons of articles on that topic! So, why another one?!
Ha! Ha! Because we all want to write the perfect blog post every time!
And, as new bloggers, we want to know everything other bloggers do to succeed! It’s how we are. Curious people that like to discover new things…or new ways to make things to be better.
With that being said, how a great post should look like?
A great post pretty much looks the same as the composition we had to do at school. ha! ha! I know it’s been a while! But I’m sure you still remember! 😉
The intro, the body, the conclusion? Well, a good blog post needs all that… with a bit more gravy, if you know what I mean!
So, let’s have a look at how I write a post!
- Why writing a well-structured post is essential
- What to do before writing a post
- How to write blog post titles
- The Anatomy of a blog post
- Steps on how to write blog posts faster and easier
- The look of a blog post
- What to add to your blog posts?
- How long should a blog post be?
- On-Page SEO to get traffic
- How to write different types of blog posts
- To Conclude
Before we jump into our topic, I suggest you save it!
I’m sure you’ll want to come back to it… more than once! 😉
How to write blog posts…
Why Writing a Well-Structured Post is Essential
Of course, just like you, I want my posts to be viral. I want tons of clicks and tons of traffic too!… But more importantly, I want my readers to love my posts!
No matter if I don’t always get the traffic I wish I had. When I read a comment or receive an email from one of my readers, well, it makes my day! 😊 That’s why we are blogging, right?
So I try to make my posts as easy to read as possible so people read them to the end!
Ok now, what makes a well-structured blog post?
A well-structured post has to be well-organized; it makes sense, right?
It needs a great intro, sections, sub-sections to help our readers navigate through it, and a conclusion. Easy, right? Well… not always! ha! ha!
Let’s find out what else we can do to write the perfect blog post every time!
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How to write blog posts…
What To Do Before Writing A Post
Yes, there are a few actions to take before writing your posts.
First, ask yourself, what problem do you want to solve? What questions would you like to answer? When people are making research online, it usually is to solve a problem they have. They like to know what others do and how they solve this problem. Of course, if you can help them solve their problem, chances are they will stick to your website to find out what else you can do for them.
After all, blogging is all about helping others!😉
Research: Do a ton of research! You want to give as much info as possible to your readers. You want them to find all the answers in this one single post!… and if there is too much info, you can make a post series on that topic and add links from one to the others. It will be easy for your readers to find what they are looking for, and they will spend more time on your blog… we call that a win-win situation, right? 😉
Keywords research: I just can’t tell how keywords are important! You want your posts to be found, right? Remember that people are doing research on the web using keywords. Google’s crawlers use keywords to determine what article should show up. (More about it in a few minutes.)
Check what other bloggers have written on that topic: It’s always good to know what other bloggers in your niche are writing. Is there additional information you can give to your readers or write from a different angle to present the solution to their problem?
Make sure people are searching for that topic: Do research on Google and Pinterest to see what shows up. If there are already articles on that topic, good for you! It means there is interest in it, so there are more chances for your post to be read! Now, all you have to do is write a better article! ha! ha! easy right?
Organize your information and spread it into sections and sub-sections: Not only will it makes your posts easy to read, but it will also help you write faster! (more to come about it soon! 😉)
And…
→I also like to find future post ideas. Posts I could write related to this one. To do so, I always use my Simple Blog Planner. I’ve been using it since I started, and I just love it! So, if, just like me, you like things to be well organized, this is for you! Grab your free copy of my Simple Blog Planner today! I’m sure you will like it too!
Depending on the topic, I sometimes find out that I have enough info to write a post series or condense everything in one single post.
How to write blog posts…
How To Write Blog Post Titles
Why is a great title so important? Because you want people to click on your article!
So, a good blog post title should…
- Contains Keywords (more about it in a minute)
- Contains Power Words
- Should be original
- Well explain what your post is about
The title must capture your future reader’s attention so they want to click on it.
But it also needs to contain keywords so M. Google knows when to propose it. You want your posts to rank as higher as possible, right? Having your post ranking on the first page when people make a query is exactly where you want to stand! 😉 The higher you rank, the more organic traffic you’ll get!
*I use a fabulous free tool to help me find great post titles. It’s called Write Better Headlines from CoSchedule. If you don’t know about it yet, I suggest you give it a try! They offer a paid version, but the free one is all you need as a new blogger.
How to write blog posts…
The Anatomy Of A Blog Post
There are four key elements to a good blog post.
- The title: A good title has to grab the reader’s attention. It also has to be original and well describe what your post is about.
- The introduction: The intro will hook the reader, draw them in, and set up the post.
- The main body: The body is the “meat and potatoes” of your post. It works through a logical sequence of points, holding the reader’s attention. You will use sections and sub-sections to organize your text and info.
- The conclusion: A good conclusion will end the post decisively and call the reader to take action. It could also be a recap of the post to make sure your readers have the main points of your article before leaving.
So, that’s the anatomy of a good blog post. Of course, you will add a bit more to entertain your readers! 🙂
How to write blog posts…
Steps On How To Write Blog Posts Faster And Easier
Here I will share how I write my posts.
Not only does this method make me save time, but it also makes writing easier.
So, as I said earlier, I like to do my research first. Once I have my topic, and my keywords and know what questions I want to answer, I draw the outline of my post.
I like to start by choosing all my section titles, the main points I want to discuss, or all other crucial info. I often use the answer to a question as a section or sub-section title. And I also make sure to include keywords in every title! ( remember? SEO matter… )
Once I set that layout up, I just fill in the blanks with all the great info I want to share! 😊 Pretty easy!
When I finish my post, I then make my table of content. I find it easier to work that way, but it’s totally up to you to choose what works best for you.
How to write blog posts…
The Look Of A Blog Post
Of course, a blog post should look good!
But it also has to look nice and neat. Not too cluttered, so your readers enjoy reading it.
Sections and sub-sections will make reading easier, while images will keep your readers attention until the end.
It’s ok to add ads, but please, don’t submerge your post under ads! It’s very annoying and won’t give a good experience to your readers. Keep in mind that you want them to stay on your site as long as possible… which is also good for SEO 😉
Have a look at this article about making your blog ready for traffic; I’m sure you’ll find tons of great ideas there for making the most of all the new traffic you’ll get to your blog!! Let’s find out if your blog is ready for traffic! 😊
How to write blog posts…
What To Add To Your Blog Posts?
My answer would be anything that will help your readers!
You always want your posts to be as informative as possible. Here is a short list of what you can add to each of your blog posts, but feel free to add anything else that could please your readers!
- Catchy images or video ( when relevant)
- Links: internal and external links
- Affiliated links if you are part of an affiliated program. (but only when relevant!)
- A freebie to promote
- Quotes if relevant
- Catchy section titles
- Graphics or charts
- A CTA ( call-to-action)
- A form so your readers can leave comments
- A few links to some of your older posts related to that specific topic
- A Table of Content to make it easier for your readers
- Bullets to make it clear and easy to read
How to write blog posts…
How Long Should A Blog Post Be?
That is a question people often ask me. The answer is… it depends! I know it’s not exactly the answer you expected! 🤔 But it’s the truth!
Depending on the topic and the info you want to share, your posts could be longer or shorter.
I suggest you look at what other bloggers in your niche wrote on that same topic and try to make it a little longer ( but only if you have more specific info to add). Generally, a good blog post is between 1500 and 3500 words.
I tend to write long posts. Even if I try really hard to make them shorter, it seems like I just can’t never stop! ha! ha!
Seriously, a post should be long enough to contain all the details and explanations you need to add. If it’s 1300 words, it’s fine! Not everybody likes to read long articles anyway!
How to write blog posts…
On-Page SEO To Get Traffic
SEO is for Search Engine Optimization.
SEO is everything! If you want traffic to your blog (and, of course, we want traffic!), you must have an SEO strategy.
Using keywords and backlinks is part of a good SEO strategy… but it’s a bit more complicated!
I know SEO is not that easy to learn. I spent so much time trying to figure out what was good…or not until I found two fabulous books! Wow! Those two books simply changed my life! ha! ha! Ok, maybe not my entire life, but at least they changed my blogging life! And I wish I discovered them before.
For the first time, I finally understood what SEO was and how to use it. The author, Debbie Gartner, has a unique way of explaining SEO. I swear, after reading these books, you will become an SEO expert! 😉
**I’m proud to say that because of these books, many of my posts now rank on Google’s First Page! Yes! My small blog on the first page, can you imagine? 😉I am so proud and happy! I just can’t wait to see you on page one too!!
If you are new to blogging, having a good SEO strategy right from the start is the key to success!
Ok, stop talking! Here are the books I recommend to every new blogger! You can buy them separately, but Debbie also offers a bundle to make us save a little (that’s what I bought, and I never regretted it, they absolutely worth each penny I spend on them!)
And the bundle: Easy On-Page SEO + Easy Backlinks for SEO
I’m happy to promote them because I know they will help you as much as they helped me! I read them many times and still refer to them almost every week!
Ok, back to blog post writing!
How to write blog posts…
How to Write Different Types of Blog Posts
There are many different types of posts you can write to add variety to your blog. Some might get more love from readers than others. It’s always good to try a few different ones to find out what works best for you and your audience.
The most popular ones are:
How To Posts:
These are one of the most popular posts. People usually do research to learn about something or how to do something. So, if you’re an expert, it’s time to show the world how to become an expert too!
Answer The Why Posts:
When you don’t know what to write about, a good trick is to pick the most asked question and write a post about it. People always want to know about the whys! Why this? Why that? The why-type of post always does well!
Lists Posts:
List posts are the best to bring traffic to your blog. This is one of the most common types of blog posts. We see them everywhere. Some of these are short and sweet, while others are a bit longer… or a lot longer! Some examples: 10 summer party drinks, 75 blogging niche ideas, or 500 ways to save money… as you see, it’s unlimited! You can make a List Post about anything!
Long-Form Blog Posts:
Well, well… Guess what? A long-form blog post is a long article! ha! ha! But be careful; it also has to be well-researched and full of value for your readers. Add tutorials, graphics, charts, and anything that will help your visitors.
Review Posts:
These are great! You first have to select a product related to your niche. After testing it, you write a post on it. It has to be an honest review. Even if you’re not a big fan of this product, you have to say it. People will appreciate that you tell the truth and why you do or do not recommend it.
Comparison Posts:
It’s kind of a review post, but this time, you compare two products. Which one is better and why. Which one is more effective or more cost-effective? You know, any comments that can help people make their choice. These kinds of posts are very popular too.
And some more blog post ideas!!
Personal Stories:
Personal stories are good for building your audience and increasing engagement. Readers tend to leave more comments too (which is good for SEO! 😉). You can talk about anything you want but try to find a story that could help others. Share a personal story you learned from, something you know your readers will learn from too. Could be sad, a bad story or a funny one, up to you to choose!
Interview Posts:
These are very popular, and people love them. Find a few successful bloggers or entrepreneurs in your niche. Prepare a list of questions and email it to the interviewee. Make sure you give them a time frame to answer and a guideline to follow. Once you collected all the answers, write your post and publish it. Don’t forget to send an email to thank them and of course, send them the link to your post so they can share it with their readers too 😊
Controversial Posts:
I swear, I will never do that kind of post! But others absolutely love them! If you like to shake trees, this is for you!
Round-Up Posts:
There are leaders and experts in every niche. Make a blog post about the top experts in this niche. Tell your readers why you like them and what you learned from them. Then add links to their blog so your readers can discover them too. And of course, don’t forget to send the experts an email so they know that they are mentioned in your post and the link to your post.
A round-up post can also be the best tips from different experts to do something or the best recipes from some famous food bloggers. It all depends on your niche and what you feel like writing.
Yes, it’s a bit of research, but it’s very fun to write! And you will make some new blogging friends too! 😊
Blog Series:
These are fantastic ways to increase traffic to your blog and give real expertise on some topics. A blog series is the perfect way to write different posts on one main topic. Break your main idea into small parts and create a post with each of these parts. Finally, don’t forget to add internal links to each of these posts so your readers can see them all. If they like the first post they read, chances are they will read all of them! They will stay longer on your website…which is good for SEO! 😉
Wow! That was a lot of great ideas, wasn’t it?
How to write blog posts…
To Conclude
See how easy it is to write a blog post that readers will love to read?! Blog post that will make them come back again and again for more?!
As long as you make sure that your posts are well organized and well-structured, that you choose a topic that people are interested to read, that you pick a catchy title, and that you use a good SEO strategy, there is no reason people don’t read your posts!
We all like to read great content… and it’s what you want to offer on your blog, right?😊
It’s time to start blogging the So Perfectly Simple way!
What if blogging was the beginning of your New Dream Life?
As always, I would love to hear from you! 🖤Use the box below for any questions or comments ( I swear I always answer! ). Or even better, tell me what’s your favorite method to write your posts? Or what different kind of post will you try? And why? … I’m such a curious girl; I have to know! And I love comments (😉 plus, comments are good for SEO!! ha! ha! but that’s another story…)
We are now blogging friends 😊 it’s time to connect and share ideas!!
Talk to you soon!
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P.S. I hope you enjoyed reading about How To Write Blog Posts Readers Love To Read! 😊
