Writing a Compelling Blog Post
45mGeneral2018-01-10
Authors

Starshine Roshell
Award-Winning Journalist, Writing Coach, Messaging Pro
Course details
Publishing your thoughts and ideas is easier than ever. The internet has given everyone a platform. But without engaging content and precise writing, you might not attract an audience. Discover content, structure, and style strategies that will make your blog posts irresistible and keep readers coming back for more. Award-winning journalist and writing coach Starshine Roshell shows you how to turn your expertise into concise, passionate, insightful posts that will make people want to follow you. She helps you establish a regular writing practice, develop your voice, and build your brand—as well as deal with negative comments.
Learning objectives
Explain how to make sure your post is useful to readers.
Recall the best thing to do with an idea that’s off-topic.
Name the reasons why listicles appeal to readers.
Recognize the benefit of adding links at the end of your post.
Identify how to develop your voice as a blog writer.
Explore some good things you can do when you receive negative comments.
Learning objectives
Explain how to make sure your post is useful to readers.
Recall the best thing to do with an idea that’s off-topic.
Name the reasons why listicles appeal to readers.
Recognize the benefit of adding links at the end of your post.
Identify how to develop your voice as a blog writer.
Explore some good things you can do when you receive negative comments.
Skills covered
WritingProfessional DevelopmentOne-Off
Concepts
0. Introduction
- 01 - Welcome
- 02 - What you should know
- 03 - Exercise files
1. Content
- 04 - Make your blog useful
- 05 - Be knowledgeable
- 06 - How to stay focused
- 07 - Make your blog timely and fresh
- 08 - Be consistent when posting
2. Structure
- 09 - How long should a blog post be
- 10 - How to format your blog
- 11 - Add a call to action
3. Style
- 12 - Have a voice
- 13 - Have passion
- 14 - Have integrity
- 15 - Have a thick skin when blogging
Conclusion
- 16 - Next steps