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8 Steps to Starting A Blog For Your Business

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How to get started blogging for your business.

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7 Ways Blogging Can Build Your Business Right Now

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Here are seven ways starting a blog can help your business grow.

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Plan • Engage • Grow is an online service based out of Kingston, NY by Melissa Dempsey. As an experienced strategist, I’ve provided copywriting, content planning, and press outreach to various small businesses, nonprofit organizations, music and wellness festivals, health care providers, musicians, and event coordinators. I'm the author of e-book "Intro to Social Media Marketing for Businesses, Nonprofits, and Brands", and I've been a published journalist and editor for more than 10 years.

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Hands up if your business plans have been thrown for a loop this year!🙋🏻‍♀️🎡 What a ride it's been. I launched PlanEngageGrow.com last July; I'd been a professional writer and marketer for more than a decade and was excited to go off on my own. I knew what I wanted to offer: Strategic copywriting services. Then a business owner reached out and asked if I was able to do social media. I said sure! I've been doing that for years, why not add it to my offerings. After three other businesses reached out with similar questions about different services, my business evolved. I'd started offering new services that I had tons of experience with, but never intended to offer in my own biz. I thought, "I have these skills, how can I say no to helping someone??" But I wasn't helping myself. Well... There's nothing like a global pandemic to shake the Etch-a-Sketch and help you start over. With the help of a stellar transformation coach (@staciaashe) I was able to revamp my services on PlanEngageGrow.com into something I could truly put my heart into; narrowing my list of services, but offering the ones that I KNOW can provide the most impact. I know my strengths, and I know they can propel your business, too. If you have the time, have a look through the updated site! (Link in bio.) Or swipe through these pics for some highlights. I even added a testimonial page with kind words that (not gonna lie) make me blush a little. Leave a comment below to let me know how you've used this time to transform your business! #planengagegrow #copywriter #copywriting #contentstrategy #contentcreator #contentmarketing #businesstips #entrepreneurlifestyle #spring #rebrand #makeover #businessmakeover #pr #marketing #marketingtips #instagood #motivation #inspiration #mindset #growthmindset #transformationtuesday #businessstrategy

What a week, eh? It seems every day presents new challenges, questions, and fears. But it's worth looking at the positive, too: communities banding together to #flattenthecurve, to support businesses, to get outside—I've lived in the same neighborhood for years and I've never seen this many neighbors out running, biking, or just exploring. Reminding yourself of the positive doesn't mean ignoring the challenges; it means taking in both. Allowing yourself to feel frustration, but also appreciating the lighter moments. It's balance. But remember—you are not going through this alone. You might be physically alone because #socialdistancing, but when it comes to your businesses, your peers and colleagues and so-called competitors are all in the same boat with you, exploring new territory, trying to make sense of it all, and seeking solutions. You haven't fallen behind. We were all standing on that rug that's been pulled out, and we're all trying to figure out how to get back on our feet. I'm not writing this post to sell you on anything, I'm doing it to let you know that I'm here for you, armed with advice if you have any business, marketing, writing, or promotion-related questions. Don't give up hope; keep those creative wheels turning, keep seeking solutions, and if the stress becomes overwhelming, remember: You are not alone. #planengagegrow #shoplocal #shopsmall #supportlocal #smallbusiness #eatlocal #siplocal #staylocal #supportlocalmusic #supportlocalart #motivation #inspiration #youarenotalone #thinklocal #hudsonvalley #catskills #upstateny #hvwib #localbusinesses #copywriting #copywriter #blogging #pr #prtips #digitalmarketing #mindset #marketing #contentcreator

Four days ago the governor ordered restaurants to cease dine-in service. Our hearts are with those who have simply had to close, but those who have the means to continue with pickup and delivery have shown up with some unique and creative ideas. But it’s not just restaurants—I’ve heard about curbside clothing pickup by @hudsonsquareboutique, premade cocktail pickup at @theanchorgram, online yoga from @yogahouseny, beer deliveries by @newburghbrewing, and so much more. For those still trying to figure out how to find an alternate means of income, here are a few ideas. Tutoring - a lot of homeschool parents out there can use your help. College prep or skill-building for college students. Create video classes for adults - music, cooking, knitting, fitness. Do you have a blog? Add affiliate links to bring in extra income. Ask me more about this—even major companies do it. Start an Etsy page or other online merchant page. And last, if you do have an online shop, make sure your website is up to date, polished, and has high SEO -- tips on this coming soon. Keep going. . . . . . #planengagegrow #shoplocal #shopsmall #supportlocal #smallbusiness #smallbiztips #eatlocal #siplocal #staylocal #supportlocalmusic #supportlocalart #boutique #hudsonvalleyrestaurant #hudsonvalleybusiness #thinklocal #hudsonvalley #catskills #upstateny #hvwib #localbusinesses #copywriting #copywriter #blogging #pr #prtips #digitalmarketing #mindset #marketing #contentcreator #coronavirusconcerns

Social distancing doesn't have to mean social disconnection. Here's an innovative way to support your friends AND support local businesses! . . . #planengagegrow #hudsonvalley #catskills #upstate #upstateny #hudsonvalleyny #ulstercounty #dutchesscounty #orangecounty #rocklandcounty #putnamcounty #sullivancounty #greenecounty #columbiacounty #supportsmallbusiness #supportlocal #supportlocalbusiness #supportlocalart #drinklocal #eatlocal #shoplocal #hvwib #takeout #curbsidepickup #contentmarketing #contentcreator #pr #prtips #copywriter #digitalmarketing