Refresher Checklist For Your Blog- 7 Must-dos

 

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Every once in a while I like to send this checklist to my clients who have created blogs to make sure they haven't forgotten the basics.

 

Here's my list of the 7 Must-Dos for your blog:

 

1.Create an RSS feed -Don't make your readers have to come to you.  Let your posts come to wherever they do their reading.

2. Provide an email subscription -Again, if your readers want your posts to be sent to them, email is one way.

3.Claim your blog on Technorati -Not sure why this one is forgotten, but most people starting a blog forget to claim it on Technorati.com.  Don't make this mistake, it's key to being found.

 

4.Ping your posts-Make sure you use a service that alerts directories that you've  just posted (e.g. Ping o matic).

 

5.Put a link on Twitter  and Facebook to your posts -Help your readers find your stuff, no matter where they joined your list.

 

6.Continue to add to your blogroll -Your roll should be organic-growing and changing with your interests and ideas

 

7. Use keyword tags for every post and include your name - If people search for you by name, this helps.

 

Use these items as your checklist and make sure you're helping people find you.