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Guest Blogging - Content Writers?

by dannyl
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Hi,

When looking for backlinks via guest blogs on related sites, do people find most owners of the blogs will accept articles that have been written from content writers who aren't necessarily experts in that field. I'm not talking your $2 500 word articles

There are various niches I would expect I could write a good article for as I'm familiar with the topic but I don't claim to be an expert in every single niche that I could be wanting a backlink for.

Do people find that a lot of blog owners are very picky about the articles they put up?

Thanks,
Dan
#blogging #content #guest #writers
  • Profile picture of the author Brian Lett
    Hi Dan,

    I have the most success in getting my content published when I share something that is not widely known in the industry.

    For this, I just have to do a little bit of research, and am not required to be an expert.

    So getting back to your question, "Do people find that a lot of blog owners are very picky about the articles they put up?" My answer is "no", so long as my blog post is not just stating widely known facts within the niche.

    Hopefully this helps.
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    • Profile picture of the author dannyl
      Thanks for the reply.

      Are there any content writers out there who actually specialise in writing for guest blogs?

      The normal article writer I use don't recommend their services for guest blogging as the articles they write are too generic/general and I can see what they mean, they are ok for article directories or similar but guest blog tend to have a more personal/specific approach.
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  • Profile picture of the author PROmotions LLC
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    • Profile picture of the author dannyl
      Originally Posted by PROmotions LLC View Post

      When you make a small guest post in hopes of getting backlinks, it can be easily spotted. In a recent video, Matt Cutts addresses Guest Posting and Guest Blogging. If you read it and can tell it's a decent size and on point, and you have a reputation for blogging or posting/writing about that topic, there should not be an issue. If you purchase little blurbs with only 500 words for $2, and put it on a blog with your link, Google will notice them in the long run and it could hurt your site. If you do a lot of these, you can probably "validate" them by doing a few legit looking long ones.
      Hi,

      This is exactly what I'm not intending to do, hence the post asking if there is anybody out there who writes quality guest blogs that would be accepted on popular blogs.
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  • Profile picture of the author hirechrisgunn
    Hey Dannyl,

    Guest blogging definitely isn't an expert-focused activity. It usually comes down to a couple factors at the end of the day:

    1. Did you follow directions?
    2. Does your post further your niche?
    3. Does the length and content of your post make you come across as if you're an expert?
    4. Does the post fit that particular site?

    You should read this post 3 Implications Your Guest Post Should Say Without Saying
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  • Profile picture of the author affilorama-portal
    Guest blogging is not really about being an expert in the field. It's more of being vocal, opinionated, and full of unique and good content to share. I think if the content is interesting, it'll likely be accepted by blog owners. Also, it's important to read the blog owner's requirements so you will have an idea of what content they expect you to write.
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  • Profile picture of the author yukon
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    Originally Posted by dannyl View Post

    Hi,

    When looking for backlinks via guest blogs on related sites, do people find most owners of the blogs will accept articles that have been written from content writers who aren't necessarily experts in that field. I'm not talking your $2 500 word articles

    There are various niches I would expect I could write a good article for as I'm familiar with the topic but I don't claim to be an expert in every single niche that I could be wanting a backlink for.

    Do people find that a lot of blog owners are very picky about the articles they put up?

    Thanks,
    Dan
    If the webmaster accepting articles isn't picky, you can pretty much bet their site blows.
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