[EzineArticles] Pin Your Articles to Increase Your Exposure

Pin Your Articles to Increase Your Exposure Educate, Motivate, and Inspire with Your Articles on Pinterest Commonly described as one of the most addicting social networking platforms, Pinterest is a web-based "pinboard" that's a convenient way to pin anything you find interesting or motivating to share with the world. You can use Pinterest to your advantage by pinning your articles to increase your exposure. Pinning your EzineArticles.com published articles helps you build a bridge of trust: From Pinterest (point of entry) to EzineArticles.com (bridge of trust) to your blog or website (safe-landing). As a Pinterest user, you can upload and link to anything you want to share with others, repin everything that sparks you interest, comment on or like other users's pins, and easily organize your pins onto Boards. The pins or images link to the original source, which in turn increases the source's exposure. Should another user become interested in a pin, they will click-through to the source's website for more information. If they like what they see, they will repin it. Not on Pinterest? If you know someone who is already on Pinterest, ask them to send you an invitation. Otherwise, you can request a Pinterest invite (for more information about joining Pinterest click here). If you already have a Pinterest account, here's how you can pin your articles: First of all, you need an image that's highly relevant to your article, as well as original and sharable. To do this, you can: Create the image yourself. This is the easiest method, although it might not be the most polished. There are several apps you can download to give even the most amateur photo that little something extra to attract Pinterest users and increase your chances of getting your pins repinned.   Invest in (or make friends with) a graphic designer. If you don't have a friend with whom you could barter services, scope out freelancing websites to request an original, polished image.   Purchase stock images. If you are looking for polished work for your pins, but don't want to put in the effort to develop and cultivate the images yourself, try websites, like iStock Photo or Shutterstock, which provide pay as you go images and/or subscriptions to purchase images. Once you have an original image that corresponds with your article, follow these steps from your Pinterest account: Select "Add +" and then select "Upload a Pin" Select "Browse" and then open an image from your computer Select a relevant Board to categorize your pin* "Describe your pin" by providing a hook and the title of the article in 500 characters or less Select "Pin It" and then select "Edit" In the "Link" field, paste the URL to your published article, select "Save Pin," and you're done! *Tip: Don't use Board names relevant only to you, e.g. "My Articles." Use keywords relevant to your niche to increase your pins ability to be searched. For example, let's say dog grooming is your niche. Relevant keywords to create Boards may include "Dog Breeds," "DIY Dog Grooming," etc. Pinterest users pin and repin items to be inspired, to be motivated, to connect with others, and to discover new things. Bear this in mind and use the above strategy to increase your exposure and credibility today. Browse and follow EzineArticles pins on Pinterest by clicking here! Are you on Pinterest? Share your comments and suggestions by visiting this post online! To Your Article Writing Success & Passion! Penny, Managing Editor http://Blog.EzineArticles.com/ http://EzineArticles.com/ PS: Prefer Twitter? Follow us on Twitter for hundreds of monthly tips and article writing tidbits! EzineArticles Member Endorsement "EzineArticles.com is truly a reputable directory..." EzineArticles.com is truly a reputable directory article site that gives so many writers an opportunity to publish their work and have it exposed to a huge global audience. You guys are simply the BEST! Kym Gordon Moore FromBehindThePen.WordPress.com EzineArticles Newsletter Information Join EzineArticles | Manage Your Subscription | EzineArticles RSS Feed | List Support Create Free Membership Account | Login For Members Only To Leave The EzineArticles Newsletter: leave-7537764-5233187.e085d87993250aab11f3e0c15f1c2785@lists.ezinearticles.com ISSN: 1525-7126 - Library Of Congress, Washington D.C. Postal address: EzineArticles.com, PO Box 12740 Green Bay WI 54307 USA © Copyright 1999-2012 EzineArticles.com. All Rights Reserved.

[EzineArticles] Tricks to Do X Article Template

Tricks to Do X Article Template Adding "Abracadabra" to Your Article Writing Arsenal You may not be a magician, but the Tricks to Do X article template could be the perfect way to share the tricks of your trade with your readers. This article template converts your specialized knowledge into a scarce resource to share with your readers. Most trick-based articles start with a task that is complicated, time consuming, and something that may require a learning process. The Tricks to Do X article template shares how to sidestep those complications and accomplish the task through tips and tricks. There's no magic necessary, but your unique expert advice and tips can seem like magic with this template. Here's how: Pick a Trick - Identify a trick that saves time, money, or effort on a complicated task. To pick the trick, think about activities that require a high-level of effort. For example, this may include varying degrees of a planning process to achieve a goal or milestone.   Announce the Trick - Use the introduction to name the trick and give it a brief explanation. Sometimes you might come across an activity that doesn't have any tricks aside from being patient over a long period of time. You can still write a "tricks" article on these activities, but if you do, you'll need to give very valuable tips.   Describe It - Describe the tips and tricks for doing the activity. This is the "meat" of the article. Be specific and thorough with your tricks. Here is where you reveal the secret behind your trick and how it works.   Make it Simple - Conclude the article by explaining how the trick simplifies the traditional process and reiterate why readers should be using it. Tips to Using the Tricks to Do X Article Template Audience - Consider your reader's point-of-entry to the task and any barriers or obstacles preventing them from achieving their goal. This will help you ensure relevance to your audience.   Jargon - Complicated tasks in many niches require complicated jargon. Write concisely; however, ensure your article's message is clearly communicated to your audience by breaking down technical jargon.   Value - Tricks are only "magical" when the audience isn't already aware of how to perform the "trick." Ensure the tricks you provide are 100% original and provide value to the reader. Use this template today to add some magic to your article writing efforts, and you'll be on your way to increasing your credibility as an Expert Author and driving more traffic to your blog or website. Like our article templates? Increase your exposure and your article library simultaneously by downloading EzineArticles' 52 interactive Article Templates on PDF. Click here for more details! Have you written an article using the tricks concept? Share your article and experiences in the comments section here. To Your Article Writing Success & Passion! Christopher M. Knight, Publisher http://Blog.EzineArticles.com/ http://EzineArticles.com/ PS: Click here to discover how easy it can be to build a huge article library that will make an impact with the EzineArticles' Interactive Article Templates! EzineArticles Member Endorsement "...my original articles still bring traffic to my first website!" I began my first website in November of 2006 and by early 2007 I had enough content to start promoting it... I first learned about article marketing from my site's webhost and their guide to getting traffic to your site. They also recommended EzineArticles as a high-quality article directory... Some of my original articles still bring traffic to my first website! Kristen Burgess MilkAndMud.com EzineArticles Newsletter Information Join EzineArticles | Manage Your Subscription | EzineArticles RSS Feed | List Support Create Free Membership Account | Login For Members Only To Leave The EzineArticles Newsletter: leave-7530777-5233187.e085d87993250aab11f3e0c15f1c2785@lists.ezinearticles.com ISSN: 1525-7126 - Library Of Congress, Washington D.C. Postal address: EzineArticles.com, PO Box 12740 Green Bay WI 54307 USA © Copyright 1999-2012 EzineArticles.com. All Rights Reserved.

[EzineArticles] Late Night Article Writing: 5th Edition

Late Night Article Writing: 5th Edition Top Ten Ways to Generate Article Ideas Once again, the newest sensation to hit late night entertainment - Late Night Article Writing - with your host, Lenny Wordsmith and special guest, Calvin Grammar. Watch tonight's episode to discover the top ten ways to generate article ideas! Downloadable Versions:                 In case you missed even one of the Top Ten Ways to Generate Article Ideas, here's a quick recap because they're too good to miss! #10 - Research trends in your niche. #9 - Unplug yourself from distractions. #8 - Turn FAQs into articles. #7 - Survey your readers. #6 - Find writing tools on My.EzineArticles.com. #5 - Analyze your article traffic. #4 - Use the Title Suggestions tool. #3 - Network with other Expert Authors. #2 - Browse the EzineArticles Blog. #1 - Get 52 fresh ideas using the Deck of Cards with article templates! There you have it! The Top Ten Ways to Generate Article Ideas. Catch up with your favorite Late Night Article Writing host, Lenny Wordsmith and use these strategies to start generating article ideas today! Don't forget to check out Calvin Grammar's article writing blockbusters: Article Content vs. Real Life - Quality Linking Article Content vs. Real Life - Wrong Category What Top Ten topic would you like to see in the next edition of Late Night Article Writing? Let us know by visiting this post online! To Your Article Writing Success & Passion! Penny, Managing Editor http://Blog.EzineArticles.com/ http://EzineArticles.com/ PS: Don't know what to share on your My.EzineArticles.com Discussions page? We'll give you a topic! Discover how to engage in Expert Author Discussions on My.EzineArticles.com. EzineArticles Member Endorsement "I have built a huge body of material that enhances my credibility and search engine optimization." The relationship with EzineArticles.com has worked out extremely well. As a consequence of publishing articles on EzineArticles.com, I have built a huge body of material that enhances my credibility and search engine optimization. However, and most importantly, I have been able to use EzineArticles.com as a way of helping others. Nigel Brooks NigelAlBrooks.com EzineArticles Newsletter Information Join EzineArticles | Manage Your Subscription | EzineArticles RSS Feed | List Support Create Free Membership Account | Login For Members Only To Leave The EzineArticles Newsletter: leave-7482508-5233187.e085d87993250aab11f3e0c15f1c2785@lists.ezinearticles.com ISSN: 1525-7126 - Library Of Congress, Washington D.C. Postal address: EzineArticles.com, PO Box 12740 Green Bay WI 54307 USA © Copyright 1999-2012 EzineArticles.com. All Rights Reserved.

[EzineArticles] Top Punctuation Howlers – The Period

Top Punctuation Howlers – The Period This Just In: Thieves Steal Critical Punctuation Let's say there's a burglar on the loose. You turn on your television just as the newscaster is finishing the news alert: "It has been reported the burglar is carrying a deadly firearm. Police caution all residents to stay indoors and lock all exterior doors. And now for your weather forecast-" The bulletin behind the newscaster should have filled you in on the critical details, i.e. the burglar's relative vicinity to you. However, the "Reports of a burglar in the ... neighborhood" is hardly informative and it's undoubtedly nerve-wracking. Proper punctuation is critical to create a good user experience, as well as maintain your credibility and your message. This brings us to today's top punctuation howler: the period, as well as its close relative the ellipsis. Period. The period is used at the end of a sentence that is: declarative (statements), somewhat imperative (mild commands), or a sentence without a verb that is not a question or an exclamation. "What a smart gorilla!" (exclamatory) vs. "The gorilla is smart." (declarative) "Sit!" (imperative) vs. "Have a seat." (mild imperative) "Turn right at the corner to get to the store." (with verb) vs. "This way to the store." (without verb) Ellipsis ... An informal ellipsis ( ... ) is commonly used to indicate trailing-off, hesitation, to be continued, or to convey the passage of time. In formal writing, the traditional 3 dot ellipsis is often used to indicate words omitted within or at the beginning of a sentence. Use 4 dots (a period followed by 3 dots) when omitting the final words of the quoted sentence or a complete paragraph or more. Let's use Rosalynn Smith Carter's inspiring quote: "A leader takes people where they want to go. A great leader takes people where they don't necessarily want to go but ought to be." "A great leader takes people where they ... ought to be." "... where they don't necessarily want to go but ought to be." "A leader takes people.... A great leader takes people where they don't necessarily want to go but ought to be." And Other Period Tips Quotations Marks: "Periods always belong inside quotation marks."   Single Spacing: For articles and other forms of online writing, it's acceptable to use one space between a period and the next sentence. Also, always leave one regular space on both sides of an ellipsis.   Abbreviations and Acronyms: Abbreviations that stand for a single word are typically followed by a period, e.g. Mr. and Mrs. or Ph.D. It's becoming more and more acceptable to not use periods for abbreviations like measurements (lb), organizations (NATO), computers/technology (CD), titles (CEO), and many others. We will have more punctuation howlers coming up in the next few weeks, so stop by the Blog for the latest and greatest tips to error-free articles. Use these tips to strengthen your writing skills, as well as maintain your credibility as an Expert Author. Did you miss our last edition of Top Punctuation Howlers? Discover how to use an exclamation point here! What punctuation howler would you like to see next? Let us know by visiting this post online and sharing your suggestions in the comments section! To Your Article Writing Success & Passion! Penny, Managing Editor http://Blog.EzineArticles.com/ http://EzineArticles.com/ PS: On June 1st, My.EzineArticles.com will become the only available member interface. Don't wait! Take advantage of the amazing tools on My.EzineArticles.com today. EzineArticles Member Endorsement "I'll keep writing as long as you keep publishing!" I'm very pleased with my experience with you and the help you've provided since you first published me in 2008. I'll keep writing as long as you keep publishing! Leon Noone LeonNoone.com EzineArticles Newsletter Information Join EzineArticles | Manage Your Subscription | EzineArticles RSS Feed | List Support Create Free Membership Account | Login For Members Only To Leave The EzineArticles Newsletter: leave-7464299-5233187.e085d87993250aab11f3e0c15f1c2785@lists.ezinearticles.com ISSN: 1525-7126 - Library Of Congress, Washington D.C. Postal address: EzineArticles.com, PO Box 12740 Green Bay WI 54307 USA © Copyright 1999-2012 EzineArticles.com. All Rights Reserved.

[EzineArticles] Achieve Your Goals with My.EzineArticles.com Challenges

Achieve Your Goals with My.EzineArticles.com Challenges A Rewarding Strategy to Write Articles A challenge doesn't have to be an arduous task. It can be motivating, rewarding, and even fun! If you are looking to increase your article writing efforts in a fun and engaging way, join My.EzineArticles.com Challenges. Watch this video to discover how Challenges can help and motivate you to add more quality articles to your Expert Author portfolio. Downloadable Versions:                 Join or create your own My.EzineArticles.com Challenge by logging into your My.EzineArticles.com account, selecting the "Profile" tab, and then selecting "Challenges" from the left-navigation menu. Don't forget to select "Discuss" to share your Challenge with friends on your My.EzineArticles.com network. For more details on the types of Challenges and how to achieve your article writing goals, click here. What Challenges are you currently participating in? Visit this post online and share your Challenge in the comments section! To Your Article Writing Success & Passion! Penny, Managing Editor http://Blog.EzineArticles.com/ http://EzineArticles.com/ PS: On June 1st, My.EzineArticles.com will become the only available member interface. Don't wait! Take advantage of the amazing tools on My.EzineArticles.com today. EzineArticles Member Endorsement "...the positive effects of passive income and name recognition is well worth the effort." Thanks so much for the great publicity. I was amazed at how many articles I already had written when I started digging out all my old notes and speeches. It just took a little reformatting, bringing up to date and filling in here and there to have them ready to send off to you. Even though we are swamped with projects, the positive effects of passive income and name recognition is well worth the effort. Keep up the good work. Judy H. Wright ArtichokePress.com EzineArticles Newsletter Information Join EzineArticles | Manage Your Subscription | EzineArticles RSS Feed | List Support Create Free Membership Account | Login For Members Only To Leave The EzineArticles Newsletter: leave-7457638-5233187.e085d87993250aab11f3e0c15f1c2785@lists.ezinearticles.com ISSN: 1525-7126 - Library Of Congress, Washington D.C. Postal address: EzineArticles.com, PO Box 12740 Green Bay WI 54307 USA © Copyright 1999-2012 EzineArticles.com. All Rights Reserved.

[EzineArticles] Share Your Articles on Facebook and Twitter

Share Your Articles on Facebook and Twitter Keep Your Facebook and Twitter Audience Happy with Fresh Content! Automatically syndicate your new articles into your Twitter and Facebook accounts with just a click of a button! Why? How? Every time you publish an article on EzineArticles.com, it will be automatically tweeted and shared on your Twitter and Facebook profiles. In turn, sharing your recently published articles increases your: Credibility and authority Visibility and brand awareness Audience trust and engagement Visitor return-rate and loyalty Time not having to tweet/share it manually! If you're already logged into your Twitter and Facebook accounts, all you need to do is: Log into your My.EzineArticles.com member interface. Select the gray Twitter icon and then the gray Facebook icon, e.g. .* That's it! Your Twitter and/or Facebook accounts will be automatically updated when your article is published on EzineArticles.com. *Note: If you're not logged into your Twitter and Facebook accounts, authorize the connection by entering the corresponding login credentials to your Facebook and Twitter accounts. Also, if the icons are already colored in, you're already connected! Additional Tips for Twitter and Facebook Upload your author photo on your Twitter and Facebook pages to bridge trust and build your brand. Provide a 140 character Twitter bio and add relevant details to your Facebook About page. Engage in the conversation on both Facebook and Twitter to attract followers and friends. Build anticipation for your articles by telling your audience about the articles you're currently writing! This builds hype and encourages your audience to return to your platform. Consistently publish new articles to build up your visitor/audience return-rate! Please note, you can also enable (or disable) your social media article share options with these steps: Select your name (or current user profile name) in the upper-right corner of the My.EzineArticles.com interface Select "Settings" from the dropdown menu Select the "Articles" tab Select "Enabled" (or "Disabled") in the Article Share Default section to share published articles (or disable the option altogether). Go now and start sharing your most recently published articles with your Facebook friends and your Twitter followers to take advantage of all the benefits. Be sure to follow our Twitter and Facebook pages where we provide updates, tips, insights, and a few laughs! Already using this service? Let us know about it by visiting this post online to share any suggestions or questions in the comments section! To Your Article Writing Success & Passion! Penny, Managing Editor http://Blog.EzineArticles.com/ http://EzineArticles.com/ PS: On June 1st, My.EzineArticles.com will become the only available member interface. Don't wait! Take advantage of the amazing tools on My.EzineArticles.com today. EzineArticles Member Endorsement "I recommend EzineArticles.com to anyone who wants to increase their web visibility and build an expert reputation." After submitting articles to EzineArticles.com, I experienced a dramatic improvement in my website's search engine rankings -- and the increases in traffic and sales that come with top rankings. Cathy Stucker IdeaLady.com EzineArticles Newsletter Information Join EzineArticles | Manage Your Subscription | EzineArticles RSS Feed | List Support Create Free Membership Account | Login For Members Only To Leave The EzineArticles Newsletter: leave-7442782-5233187.e085d87993250aab11f3e0c15f1c2785@lists.ezinearticles.com ISSN: 1525-7126 - Library Of Congress, Washington D.C. Postal address: EzineArticles.com, PO Box 12740 Green Bay WI 54307 USA © Copyright 1999-2012 EzineArticles.com. All Rights Reserved.

[EzineArticles] How to Monitor Your Recent Article Activity

How to Monitor Your Recent Article Activity EzineArticles Quick Tips Where can you go to easily monitor your articles' progression through the editorial review process? How can you quickly preview and edit your latest drafts with ease? You can with the Recent Article Activity section of your My.EzineArticles.com member interface! Check out how to easily monitor your Recent Article Activity in this video to save you time and give you peace of mind. Downloadable Versions:                 The Recent Article Activity section can be found on the Home page of your My.EzineArticles.com member account, where you can: Gain quick access to preview, edit, or delete your recently published and unpublished articles. Monitor your recently submitted articles' progression though editorial review with the status bar. Find easy shortcuts to check your recently published articles' performance statistics. Be alerted with recommended action steps to articles that need your attention. Discover your Recent Article Activity by logging into your My.EzineArticles.com member account today! Let us know what you think of the Recent Article Activity section and your My.EzineArticles.com member interface by sharing your feedback in the comments section of this post online! To Your Article Writing Success & Passion! Penny, Managing Editor http://Blog.EzineArticles.com/ http://EzineArticles.com/ PS: On June 1st, My.EzineArticles.com will become the only available member interface. Don't wait! Take advantage of the amazing tools on My.EzineArticles.com today. EzineArticles Member Endorsement "EzineArticles is a wonderful reservoir of good content on many topics." The marketing principle of giving away of something of value for free in order to sell something else, resonated with me. It is also a way to establish your voice and brand in a more structured professional manner than typical social media i.e. Facebook, Twitter, et al. They have their place and are useful to an author/writer. However, the growth of the internet creates a huge demand for quality content. I still think the key is to write "quality content". If it is well written, accessible, and of timely interest to people it will get plenty of attention. EzineArticles is a wonderful reservoir of good content on many topics. Bruce Kaler M.D. SeattleDoc.com EzineArticles Newsletter Information Join EzineArticles | Manage Your Subscription | EzineArticles RSS Feed | List Support Create Free Membership Account | Login For Members Only To Leave The EzineArticles Newsletter: leave-7439086-5233187.e085d87993250aab11f3e0c15f1c2785@lists.ezinearticles.com ISSN: 1525-7126 - Library Of Congress, Washington D.C. Postal address: EzineArticles.com, PO Box 12740 Green Bay WI 54307 USA © Copyright 1999-2012 EzineArticles.com. All Rights Reserved.