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2022 April PAD Challenge: Day 4
Hopefully, you’re on your fourth day of poeming today, but it’s possible this is your first day of writing poems this April. If that’s the case, here’s your chance to catch up! For today’s prompt, write a catch up poem. This is not to be confused with a ketchup (or catsup) poem, but hey, write one of those if the poetic spirit moves you! But I’m thinking of catching up on work, catching up in a race, or catching up on some popular TV or streaming series. Remember: These prompts are springboards to creativity. Use them to expand your possibilities, […]
Lian Dolan: On Finding the Right Place and Right Time
Lian Dolan is a writer and talker. She’s the author of three best-selling novels, The Sweeney Sisters, Helen of Pasadena, and Elizabeth the First Wife. She’s a regular humor columnist for Pasadena Magazine and has previously written monthly columns for O, The Oprah Magazine and Working Mother Magazine. She’s also written for TV, radio, and websites. Find her on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Lian Dolan In this post, Lian discusses the years-long process of putting down and picking back up the idea that would become her new novel, Lost and Found in Paris, the challenges of publishing a book in […]
Is It Still Worth Getting A Digital Marketing Degree? via @sejournal, @mjnyman
Whether you’re an aspiring digital marketer or wish to explore career possibilities, here are the pros and the cons of getting a digital marketing degree. The post Is It Still Worth Getting A Digital Marketing Degree? appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
Google Introduces Retail Search for Ecommerce Sites via @sejournal, @na
A new solution for ecommerce sites provides Google-quality search and recommendations on retailers’ digital properties. The post Google Introduces Retail Search for Ecommerce Sites appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
What is Web 3 & What Could It Mean for the Future of Marketing?
As we continue to progress into the digital age, a new era of the internet is emerging: web3. Much of what is (and can be) is up in the air but one question we can try to answer now is what it means for marketers. Let’s break down what web3 is, when it will launch and how it could impact marketers in the short- and long-term. To understand what it is, let’s take a trip down memory lane. In the late ‘90s, the world was introduced to the first version of the internet. It wasn’t nearly as complex as it […]
5 SEO Trends to Leverage in 2022 [HubSpot Blog Data]
Keeping track of SEO trends is like hitting a moving target. From algorithm updates to evolving innovation — it can feel like the goal post is always moving. And while the goal of SEO remains the same — to boost your presence in relevant search results — the tactics for getting there look different from year to year. Here, we’ll cover the top SEO challenges facing marketers in 2022 and the five biggest trends to watch this year. SEO Challenges in 2022 A HubSpot Blogs survey identified the top three challenges of SEO marketing: 1. Algorithm changes. The number one […]
Does B2B Influencer Marketing REALLY Work?
The post Does B2B Influencer Marketing REALLY Work? appeared first on B2B Marketing Blog – TopRank®.
4 Reliable Ways To Create Google-Friendly Content via @sejournal, @SimilarWeb
Should you create content with Google in mind? Yes. Learn how to follow Google’s rules to create user-first content that works – and vice versa. The post 4 Reliable Ways To Create Google-Friendly Content appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
WD Presents: Editorial Roundtable, 6 WDU Courses, and More!
There’s always so much happening in the Writer’s Digest universe that even staff members have trouble keeping up. As a result, we decided to start collecting what’s on the horizon to make it easier for everyone to know what’s happening and when. This week, we’re excited to announce our editorial roundtable discussion, six WDU courses starting this week, and more! **** Watch the Editors of WD Discuss Beginning New Story Ideas! In an excerpt from the first episode, the editors of WD share their thoughts about what it’s like to begin a new story idea. Listen to the full episode […]
5 Creative Ways to Turn Your Book Into Audible Media
Audiobooks are one of the fastest growing formats in publishing. In 2020, publishers experienced a 12% increase in audiobook revenue according to the Audio Publishers Association (the ninth consecutive year of double-digit growth, despite a global pandemic). Audiobooks are predicted to become a $19 billion dollar industry by 2027. Why are audiobooks so popular? First, they don’t “compete” for a reader’s time the way a print book or screen does. Most people tune-in to audiobooks while multitasking (such as cleaning or driving), meaning they can make the most of their already limited time. Second, audio storytelling is more creative and […]