Creator Science #26: Ryan Robinson – How to write blog posts that rank on page one of search results
Sep 22, 2020
Ryan Robinson, a full-time blogger, podcaster, and content marketing consultant, shares his journey of transforming a college blog into a profitable venture. He discusses how strategic content creation and SEO tactics lead to high traffic and significant income. Ryan emphasizes the importance of effective article planning, keyword research, and building authentic relationships with audiences. He also highlights the necessity of diversifying income streams in affiliate marketing while balancing productivity with mental health for long-term blogging success.
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Blog Origins
- Ryan Robinson registered ryrob.com in a college class, initially using it for class projects and personal musings.
- In 2014, he started blogging seriously, answering friends' business questions and sharing professional experiences.
SEO Discovery
- Ryan's first content marketing job at a tech startup sparked his interest in search engine optimization (SEO).
- He saw the potential of blogging after getting traffic from search engines and social media.
Niche & Keyword Research
- Start by identifying successful bloggers in your niche and analyze their topics.
- Conduct keyword research to validate demand and use tools like SEMrush or Ahrefs.