Commanding the helm of the new blog of the week is not an easy task, I am quickly discovering. Through my internet travels I bookmark potential candidates and then when the time is write, I put those under a microscope. I look for young sites that have interesting perspectives and great information. However great information is not the only criteria. Some of the sites I considered this time were either too plain or too difficult to navigate. Some were too monetized and others had strong religious overtones. So after a bit of reflection, I’ve decided that I’m especially happy to offer up the one today.
One of the things that makes a strong site is the personality of the owner. You certainly want someone who engages the audience and interacts through the comment section. (Sorry Seth Godin, you don’t make the grade in this category) The New Blog of the Week this time is a site that I have been visiting for nearly my entire life as a blogger. Every time I visit his site I walk away with fresh ideas for how to make my business a little smarter.
I love the look and feel of this web site. It is clean and fresh. Lots of white space so I don’t feel rushed.
We all know content is king. Check out the title’s of some of the most recent gems at the NBOTW:
10 Things Mom Never Told You About Social Media for Business
The Anatomy of an Entrepreneur
Declare Your Small Business Independence
If you have a blog, then you have a business, technically. Treating your blog like a business is the best way to help it grow and attract visitors. I’ve found the tips here to be a tremendous help in moving my business move forward.
It’s time to introduce the New Blog of the Week:
Everyone say hello to SmallBizBee.com !
George,
Great choice for this week. I love this blog too and it is defintely one that I like to read when I get plenty of time. There are some excellent ideas for business and I think you definitely picked a winner this week.
Amanda
.-= Amanda Evans´s last blog ..European Freelance Writing Jobs 18th September 2009 =-.
Amanda,
Yeah, Matt does it up right.
Easy to digest stuff.
George
Thanks George.
Not a site I would have come across normally, as I tend to focus elsewhere. But, I have popped over had a look, impressed, so I RSS subscribed and bookmarked the site.
Keep up the good work.
Andy
.-= Andy Shackcloth´s last blog ..Sunday Wash-Up, 20th September =-.
Hey Andy,
Nice to see you here. I don’t subscribe to many sites in that genre so I get that kind of info straight from Matt.
George
Yay! I LOVE Matt’s blog. I’ve been a fan for quite a while now, too. Matt is creative, always writes fresh, inspiring articles, and is fabulous about continuing conversation throughout each comment thread. He’s SO deserving of your blog of the week!
*smiles*
Michele
.-= Michele | aka Raw Juice Girl´s last blog ..A Festival, A Sandwich, + Lots of Laughs =-.
Hi Michele!
Yuppers, Matt Totally deserves this!
George
Hey, I know you! Great choice, I’ve learned so much from Matt’s blog.
.-= Tracy´s last blog ..I have one of the best writer’s websites in 2009 according to Writer’s Digest =-.
Tracy! I’ve learned a lot from Mr. Matt too. He made it easy for me.
George
Well after all those recommendations I have to go and have a look too.
And yes I do not envy your task to find blogs of the week. Thanks for doing it though.
.-= Wilma Ham´s last blog ..The benefits of doing completion. =-.
Hi Wilma!
You are so welcome. I’m running across a lot of great stuff.
George
Thank you for taking out the time to grab blogs of the week! Just checked out your recommendation and added it to my feedreader – I like the latest post.
.-= Barbara Ling, Virtual Coach´s last blog ..Today’s Make Money With Your Own Products Tip – Give 100% Affiliate commissions! =-.
Barbara,
So nice to see you here. I’m glad to do this, I’m learning a lot about a lot of great sites. I think you’ll like Matt’s stuff!
George
“However great information is not the only criteria.”
Proper English also helps on a “writing services” blog, as in: “However, great information is not the only criterion.”
Criteria is plural.
(And “however” takes a comma).
Good Lord. Thank you SO much for pointing out my egregious error.
I’m awful glad you cruised by.
George
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I just returned to the office after what turned out to be a long,
stressful, and demanding weekend, to find this – WOW, what a suprise!
Thank you all for your kind comments, and George, THANK YOU for giving
me a bit of real estate over hear at Tumblemoose. You’ve been a great
friend and never cease to amaze me with your generosity.
Matt
.-= Matt | Small Biz Bee´s last blog ..10 Tools Every Small Business Marketer Should Have on Hand =-.
Hey, you totally deserve it Matt.
Cheers, buddy.
George
Hi George,
Matt’s blog is a superb choice. And I totally agree with what you say. If we blog, it’s like having a business. Our readers are our customers and it’s up to us to provide a good “service”
I also see you’re learning how to pick them, or not. As you said, there’s more to consider than just a blog being new. You make me proud.
Welcome Matt! Congratulations on your New Blog Of The Week title.
.-= Barbara Swafford´s last blog ..Write Responsibly Right From The Start =-.
Hi Barbara,
Thanks! I’ve learned a lot from paying attention to your blog, and apparently some of the info has made it through my titanium plated melon.
George
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I think I have to jump in on your idea that blogging is like a business. There are peepz who say that blogging is a hobby and should not be considered a business unless one really wants to built a money empire out of his blog. However, what makes blogging much better if it is put on a platform like how a businessman runs his business. One needs to see results, adhere to some standards, and needs to do lots of work in blogging. And these stuffs being practice in the world of business makes blogging reach a higher level of a blogger.
Jan is indeed right. Tumblemoose is one blog which should be considered a must. On to my reader now.:D
Hey Elmot,
I appreciate you coming by. I’ll have to give ol’ Jan a big wet sloppy one the next time I see him
I hope to continue to meet your expectations!
George
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