Blog Post Checklist
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BEFORE HITTING PUBLISH
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Research Keywords and topic. Research not only for Google but also in Pinterest.
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SEO Optimize - use keywords in post title, meta description, and alt text of images.
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Keep readers on your blog by linking to previous blog posts.
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Optimize your hero image for every social platform: 736 x 1128 for Pinterest, 1200 x 628 for Facebook, Square for featured image and Instagram. 1600 x 900 for YouTube
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Encourage readers to comment or subscribe by adding a call to action.
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AFTER THE POST IS LIVE
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Publicize to social media. Share however your audience responds best.
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Automate social media shares through Wordpress plugins or services like Buffer.
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Share others\' posts on social media, making sure to tag the author.
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Schedule pins for Pinterest. Pin a good mix of your content and others\' content.
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Respond to comments, and leave comments on other blogs..