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25 Web Hosting Statistics For 2024: What Is The State Of The Hosting Industry?

Blogging Wizard

Ready to learn about the latest web hosting statistics? Website owners and industry experts alike should keep up with the latest trends, facts and emerging technologies coming from the industry.

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Why Your Revision Shouldn’t Start on Page One

Jane Friedman

Photo by Avel Chuklanov on Unsplash Today’s post is by writer and book coach Monica Cox. There is something invigorating about typing the words THE END on a rough draft. The story has unspooled from your fingers for weeks, months, maybe even years and, finally, you have reached the resolution. You may feel relief, excitement, or even a renewed dedication to the story.

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Uncanny Valley AI: Navigating the Human-Robot Divide

Content Hacker

Ever felt that eerie sensation when encountering a robot that looks almost human but not quite? That’s the Uncanny Valley AI effect in action. The Uncanny Valley is a term often used in the context of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics. It refers to the unsettling feeling that some people experience when they encounter robots or computer-generated characters that look almost, but not quite, human.

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Advancing Grammarly’s Vision to Fuel Effective Communication Across the Enterprise

Grammarly

It can sometimes feel as if employees spend more time talking about the work—aligning, correcting, re-explaining—than getting it done. Research shows that in the modern workplace, people devote a mindblowing 88% of their workweek communicating with business partners across multiple channels. That leaves fewer than five hours a week of focused time to actually complete the work.

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Mastering Remote Onboarding: Proven Strategies for Seamless New Hire Integration

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

Join this brand new webinar with Tim Buteyn to learn how you can master the art of remote onboarding! By the end of this session, you'll understand how to: Craft a Tailored Onboarding Checklist 📝 Develop a comprehensive, customized checklist that ensures every new hire has a smooth transition into your company, no matter where they are in the world.

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Groundbreaking Autism Travel Series Rockets Myrtle Beach Tourism

Content Marketing Institute

Myrtle Beach’s tourism bureau chief talks about why they created a series about traveling with autism that may soon hit a popular streaming service. He also recaps their debut owned content, Chef Swap, which appears on the Cooking Channel.

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How To Optimize Images For The Web: The Beginner’s Guide

Blogging Wizard

Want to learn how to optimize images for the web? Image optimization is a crucial part of website management that’s often overlooked by new blog and website owners. In this.

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19 Engaging Real Estate Blog Ideas to Boost Your Realtor Business

Neal Schaffer

Real estate blog ideas can begin to feel stale extremely quickly. Far too many realtors recycle old ideas, or offer the same stripped-down market analyses that leave very little to compel readers to carry on reading. How, exactly, can real estate agents develop blog ideas to boost their business and keep their audience coming back? […] 19 Engaging Real Estate Blog Ideas to Boost Your Realtor Business appeared first on NealSchaffer.

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Online Reputation Management: A Beginner’s Guide

Ahrefs

If you’re worried this could impact your business, you’ll need to start online reputation management (ORM). But where should you start with ORM? And what the heck is it?

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The Best Photo Editing Software For 2024 (Free Options Included)

Blogging Wizard

Looking for the best photo editing software? I’ve got you covered. I recently tested all of the most popular photo & image editing tools on the market. Then, I picked.

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Faith-Inspired Book Editing: An Inheritance Incorruptible by John Doyle Anderson

Melanie Saxton

I admire author John Doyle Anderson and am proud of my faith-inspired book editing contribution as his editor and collaborator. Titled An Inheritance Incorruptible: A faith-inspired novel of historical fiction based on a family legacy, this book is a historical fiction account of what his ancestors experienced in a multi-generational Christian journey.

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Do's and Don'ts: How to Pitch Your Press Release to Journalists

Speaker: Michelle Garrett, PR Consultant, Author, Speaker

Yes - press releases are still relevant in the world of public relations! 🎯 Ever wondered how to write a compelling press release, or what are current best practices for pitching your news to earn media coverage? In this exclusive webinar with Michelle Garrett, PR Consultant, we’ll cover tips and advice to help you get the most out of each piece of news you pitch!

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SEO Consultants Guide: When to Hire and What to Expect

Backlinko

An SEO consultant helps your business improve search engine rankings. Through services like keyword research, site audits, and on-page SEO. Which can drive organic traffic and generate leads. They have a good understanding of how search engine algorithms work. And can assist both individuals and businesses with any SEO-related issues they face, answer their questions, and provide guidance on how to improve their search engine rankings.

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Enterprise Sites Are Where Technical SEO Shines

Ahrefs

Enterprise websites are where technical SEO shines. There’s so much money at stake. One mistake can keep millions of pages out of the index or remove an entire site from search results.

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Free Resources for Writers at the Public Library

Jane Friedman

Today’s post is by book coach, author and librarian Kate Stewart. One of the best pieces of advice for writers is to read as widely as possible, especially in your genre. For centuries, public libraries have made that goal for writers not just possible, but affordable. Beyond books, most public libraries offer additional services incredibly helpful to writers.

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Christian Book Editing Project — TRACK #25: GOD FORGIVES Book One & Two

Melanie Saxton

One amazing Christian book editing project occurred when author Tylor Carr hired me to edit his faith-based manuscript. I’m so glad to see the reviews on Amazon , which truthfully describe the book as “baring it all, “open,” and “raw.” It’s a book of lost and found, stumbling blocks and redemption, and mental health challenges from the perspective of a promising young Black male who absolutely loves the Lord.

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Scan to Success: How to Leverage QR Codes for Offline and Online Marketing Power

Speaker: Corey Daugherty, Head of Business Development at Flowcode & Georgette Malitsis, Senior Customer Success Manager, Enterprise at Flowcode

Let's explore the transformative power of QR codes in bridging offline and online marketing worlds. 📲 This new webinar featuring Corey Daugherty and Georgette Malitsis of Flowcode will dive into how innovative QR technology not only enhances traditional marketing strategies, but also drives meaningful customer engagement and analytics. Register today to gain practical knowledge on using QR codes to increase conversion rates, optimize customer journeys, and ultimately unlock a new realm o

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Writers Conference Connections: Here’s How to Stand Out From the Crowd

Make a Living Writing

Ever wonder how to stand out at a writers conference? Here’s what most writers do… Sign up to attend a writers conference weeks in advance Make travel arrangements Scour the agenda looking for the lectures, workshops, and presentations that sound the most fun, interesting, or helpful And that’s it You show up. There’s a zillion writers, editors and publishers, and you roam from one lecture to the next.

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9 Surprising Takeaways From Analyzing HubSpot’s SEO Strategy

Ahrefs

They have a special place in content marketing and SEO history. They were among the early champions of inbound and content marketing and living proof that SEO is a great marketing tactic.

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Can a Sentence Begin with 'But'?

Grammar Underground

A reader was taught in school that "but" can't begin a sentence — that you either have to connect the clause to the previous sentence, preceded by a comma, or you have to use "however" instead. Unlucky for her but luckily for us, she was taught wrong. The post Can a Sentence Begin with 'But'? first appeared on Grammar Underground with June Casagrande.

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Professional Christian Book Editing — Ralley Point: Place Of Refuge by Daniel Bishop

Melanie Saxton

It’s gratifying to work in the professional Christian book editing profession. I get to collaborate on deep and meaningful manuscripts covering important topics—none more so than fertility issues, fostering, adoption, and family ties. About the Book Daniel Bishop hired me to edit Ralley Point: Place Of Refuge , which is such a wonderful story based on true-life challenges between a widower, his young daughter, his new wife, and her desire to have a baby.

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How to Leverage Behavioral Science Insights for Direct Mail Success

Speaker: Neal Boornazian, President and Nancy Harhut, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer - HBT Marketing

Direct mail has consistently remained a powerful tool in the marketer's arsenal, but in an age of digital dominance, its effectiveness hinges on the strategic integration of behavioral science. 💡 When you incorporate powerful behavioral science principles into your direct mail marketing strategies, you can prompt the hardwired decision-making shortcuts your audience relies on — and that automatically unlocks new avenues for engagement, conversion, and brand loyalty.

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How to Regain Confidence After Rejection as a Freelancer

Freelance Union

For writers who often pour their hearts and souls into the stories they create, rejection can cut deep. If you’re not resilient enough, it can crush your confidence and make self-doubt grow roots in your mind. The ability to bounce back is essential. Learn nine strategies to snap out of a negative thinking spiral after facing rejection in your freelance career.

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How Mid-funnel Content Can Be Your Secret SEO Weapon

Ahrefs

For instance, AI Overviews and the commoditized answers Google serves directly in search results mean fewer top-of-funnel clicks reach websites. There are also fewer clicks for bottom-of-funnel keywords as Google inserts itself in the conversion process.

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What Should Agencies Do in a Flat-Growth Year?

Content Marketing Institute

Ad Age released the Agency Report for 2024, and it’s not good news for big firms. Frankly, it’s not that great for small, independent firms either. Find out the possible reasons and what successful agencies should do now.

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Inspired Book Editing — High and Wide: When grief and love collide by Nadine Sands

Melanie Saxton

I am blessed to work in the world of inspired book editing, and it’s an honor to serve as Nadine Sands’ editor for High and Wide: When grief and love collide. What an unusual medical memoir — a true love story and a challenge unto death with an ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) diagnosis. About the Book From Amazon: High and Wide is the intimate story of grief and healing, leading up to and proceeding the earthly farewell of Nadine’s husband Michael.

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The Resurgence of Direct Mail as a Growth Marketing Strategy

Speaker: Jeff Tarran, COO, Gunderson Direct & Margaret Pepe, Executive Director of Product Management, U.S. Postal Service

Learn the secrets to direct mail success for growth marketers! Industry veterans Jeff Tarran and Margaret Pepe are here to delve into how direct mail has completely evolved in recent years, and has rightfully earned a seat at the table alongside the email and digital marketing plans of SMBs, enterprise companies, and agencies as they look into strategy for 2024 and beyond.

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How To Write a LinkedIn Post That Sparks Engagement

CopyBlogger

What’s the difference between an average LinkedIn post and a top-performing LinkedIn post that earns hundreds of likes and comments? Continue Reading The post How To Write a LinkedIn Post That Sparks Engagement appeared first on Copyblogger.

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Quick SEO: 8 Ways to Accelerate SEO Results From Months to Days

Ahrefs

In this article, I’ll explain the framework and tools I’d use to approach quick SEO and the 8 methods I’d focus on first to get results quicker. To accelerate SEO results, we need to be strategic.

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How To Build a Winning Content Plan for Social Media [Template]

Content Marketing Institute

A content plan for social media gives your brand a better chance for success in that volatile and ever-changing marketing space. Learn the four steps to laying the groundwork and how to build a plan that everybody on your team can easily use.

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Catholic Book Editing — Donum Dignitatis: The Catholic’s Guide to Miscarriage

Melanie Saxton

If you are an author in search of Catholic book editing services, I’m here to help. It was an honor to work on one very important and groundbreaking book for women, couples, and families facing miscarriage — Donum Dignitatis: The Catholic’s Guide to Miscarriage (on Amazon). Author Elizabeth Petrucelli does an incredible job guiding readers through a sensitive and emotional subject and also gives clergy much-needed resources as they guide and comfort through this difficult time.

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SME Relationships: Proven Solutions for Seamless Collaboration and Success

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!

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Going to the gym would be easier if there was money in it. Now, there is.

Freelance Union

This post is provided by our partner, MetroPlusHealth. Find affordable health plans for New Yorkers of all ages from  MetroPlusHealth. Of all the people who make New Year's resolutions, only 19% stick with them.* And, it's not like they stop trying in May. They give up before the end of January. That's less than a month.  At MetroPlusHealth, we'd like to help boost that number.

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Enterprise Link Building & The Power Of Links

Ahrefs

Enterprise companies get a lot of links naturally. While they may have some challenges with link building, these companies also have a ton of opportunities because of who they are and how much money is at stake.

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Be Yourself So Your Readers Can Find You

Jane Friedman

Photo by Eric Ward on Unsplash Today’s post is by author brand expert Andrea Guevara. Join us on July 3 for the online class How Authors Can Unlock Brand Recognition. As an author brand strategist, I’m often fighting against the idea that a personal brand is just a cringey, commercialized outcropping of late-stage capitalism. And while there are plenty of examples of brands being used for that exact thing, branding itself can actually be a transformative tool to help authors take back more contr

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Christian Book Edits — Moo Vet: One Veterinarian’s Role in Food Supply and Sustaining Humanity

Melanie Saxton

Christian book edits are a huge part of my service offerings. I work with faith-based authors who have written nonfiction books, fiction books, memoirs, autobiographies, legacy books, medical miracle books, veterinarian books, pastoral accounts, missionary accounts, self-help books, and other faith-based works. I would love to collaborate on your manuscript as well!

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Let's Get Physical: How to Blend Direct Mail Marketing with Your Digital Strategy

Speaker: Akeel Jabber, B2B SaaS Investor and Growth Marketer at Horizen Capital

⭐ Are you ready to boost campaign success? Consider the untapped potential of integrating direct mail marketing seamlessly with digital marketing strategies. Combining the physical, tangible impact of direct mail with the dynamic reach of digital marketing can be a game-changer, significantly increasing your ROI when done right. Direct mail grabs attention, making it great for reaching your target audience 📩 Digital marketing keeps the momentum going, driving action 📲 So.