Everything You Need to Know About Link Cloaking - Part 69
March 9, 2018 John Hughes Blogging
How to Find (And Link To) Credible Websites on Your Blog
Creating backlinks to your website is important, but it’s not the only way to boost your authority online. In fact, the links you use on your own blog can be just as influential. However, if you’re not linking to the ‘right’ websites, you could actually be harming your credibility. By linking to ‘credible’ websites, you…
February 16, 2018 John Hughes Affiliate Marketing
3 Affiliate Programs You Can Use to Monetize Your Blog in 2021
Blog monetization – especially through affiliate marketing – has never been hotter. However, if you’re new to the game, you may not know where to begin. This is especially true if your blog is brand new, or if you’re only recently getting serious about your business. Fortunately, affiliate programs make it easy even for beginners…
February 9, 2018 John Hughes Pretty Links
Link Trust: A Close Look at the Psychology of Linking
The types of links you use – both on and off your website – are a crucial part of your linking strategy. Most internet users are savvy enough to recognize ‘friendly’ and ‘unfriendly’ links. So it’s important to offer links that inspire their trust. Fortunately, you can create beautiful, trustworthy links that attract clicks with…
January 26, 2018 John Hughes Pretty Links
3 Downsides to Shortened Links (And How to Combat Them)
Sharing links is a necessity for many bloggers, website owners, and marketers. However, long links can be clunky, unappealing, and in some cases, short on trust. Link shorteners can help, and have plenty of benefits, but they also have their downsides. If not used correctly, they can significantly reduce Click-Through Rates (CTRs) and lead to…
January 19, 2018 John Hughes Branding
3 Reasons Generic Link Shorteners Don’t Cut It
Link shortening – the process of turning a long, unwieldy link into a short and pretty one – is a common practice. While generic link shorteners (such as Bitly and goo.gl) can be useful in a pinch, they aren’t a solid long-term solution. Using them can lead to ineffective linking, which can harm both your…