--- title: 3 Blogging Tips for Powerful Content Marketing and Strong Headlines description: Consistent blogging is key to the long-game strategy of successful content marketing. These tips will help you perform a figurative Hulk-smash on your blogs. image: https://blog.littlebirdmarketing.com/hubfs/blog/blogging-tips-for-powerful-content-marketing/blogging-tips-for-powerful-content-marketing.jpg --- [![new-logo](https://blog.littlebirdmarketing.com/hubfs/new-logo.svg "new-logo")](https://www.littlebirdmarketing.com) - Services - [Brand Strategy](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/brand-strategy/) - Brand Strategy - [- Brand Identity](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/branding/) - [- Persona development](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/buyer-personas/) - [- Market Research](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/market-research/) - [- Fractional CMO](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/fractional-cmo) - [Content Distribution](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/content-distribution/) - Content Distribution - [- B2B Social Media](https://info.littlebirdmarketing.com/monthly-social-calendar-for-b2b-pro?__hstc=165277858.8363cca4dfb934d4c3a138fb0ee20edc.1722258138810.1722494671442.1722500495190.3&__hssc=165277858.2.1722500495190&__hsfp=916778012) - [- Ads & DemandGen](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/digital-ads/) - [- Event Marketing](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/events-marketing/) - [- Hubspot Onboarding](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/hubspot-onboarding/) - [Content Strategy](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/content-strategy/) - Content Strategy - [- SOAR™](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/soar/) - [- Revenue Sprint](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/revenue-sprint/) - [- Social Strategy](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/social-influence-course/) - [- Conference Strategy](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/events-marketing/) - [- Account Based Marketing](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/account-based-marketing) - [Content Creation](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/content-creation/) - Content Creation - [- Portfolio](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/content-creation/) - [- Videography](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/video/) - [- Photography](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/photography/) - [- Web Design](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/web-design/) - [Experience](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/experience/) - [Case Studies](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/experience/) - [MR Expertise](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/market-research) - [Learn](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/resources/) - [Blog](https://blog.littlebirdmarketing.com) - [Podcast](https://podcast.littlebirdmarketing.com) - [Free Resources](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/resources/) - [LinkedIn Training](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/social-influence-course/) - [About](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/about/) - [Contact](https://littlebirdmarketing.com/contact/) Latest ![Notes from the Nest](https://blog.littlebirdmarketing.com/hubfs/2023-lbm-nftn-page-header.png) ## [Helpful Tips from the "Peeps" at Little Bird Marketing](https://info.littlebirdmarketing.com/subscribe-to-our-blog) [Subscribe](https://info.littlebirdmarketing.com/subscribe-to-our-blog) Latest [Social Media for Business](https://blog.littlebirdmarketing.com/topic/social-media-for-business) [LinkedIn Success](https://blog.littlebirdmarketing.com/topic/linkedin-success) [Content Marketing](https://blog.littlebirdmarketing.com/topic/content-marketing) [Digital Transformation](https://blog.littlebirdmarketing.com/topic/digital-transformation) ## [15 Ways to Up Your B2B Game on LinkedIn: Your FAQs Answered](https://blog.littlebirdmarketing.com/15-ways-to-up-your-b2b-game-on-linkedin-your-faqs-answered) August 20, 2026 [READ MORE](https://blog.littlebirdmarketing.com/15-ways-to-up-your-b2b-game-on-linkedin-your-faqs-answered) - CATEGORIES ### Subscribe to Email Updates The Little Bird Marketing Blog Notes From the Nest 5 min read # 3 Blogging Tips for Powerful Content Marketing Plus BONUS: 30 Strong and Unusual Headline Words to Use ![blogging-tips-for-powerful-content-marketing.jpg](https://blog.littlebirdmarketing.com/hubfs/blog/blogging-tips-for-powerful-content-marketing/blogging-tips-for-powerful-content-marketing.jpg) -               Blogging. Was 2017 going to be the year you did that consistently? Consistent blogging is key to the long-game strategy of a successful content marketing plan. With 100 days left in the year I offer some quick tips to make the most of your blogging efforts: #### 1. Get clear on your purpose. There are a group of people blogging for fun. I am not one of them. Don't get me wrong. I like blogging and sharing my opinion and thoughts with the world, but if you're a for-profit company you need to know WHY you are blogging and how it ties into your revenue picture. Your blog titles and content should highlight your expertise, brand promise and support your goals. What? Did you say goals? Don't settle for just any old list of goals. Get [S.M.A.R.T. goals](https://info.littlebirdmarketing.com/smart-goals-for-a-marketing-jump-start).  #### 2. 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And, we give a lot of guidance about [how to organize anything in Trello](https://blog.littlebirdmarketing.com/13-curious-ways-to-organize-your-life)! Most importantly, we know how to [organize your social media on Trello](https://blog.littlebirdmarketing.com/organizing-your-social-media-content-calendar-four-key-functions-of-trello-for-marketing-revealed) and that is a good start.  #IJustCant... Maybe it's time you looked at one of our marketing platform builders. [Start Up Smart](https://info.littlebirdmarketing.com/startup-smart-package) is designed for that solopreneur with time to get things done. It provides the best advice, organizational system and some technical help to get started. Our [Business Accelerator](https://info.littlebirdmarketing.com/business-accelerator) is a three-month process to transform your marketing platform. 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A lot has been written about using powerful and catchy blog titles. There's merit.  Which headline would you rather read?  **Drink more Water for Better Health** or **5 Easy Ways to Immediately Improve your Daily Water Intake** But writing better titles that more people will actually see involve some keyword sleuthing. We use our integrated HubSpot platform to deliver keyword results. But you can still use [free keyword tools](http://keywordtool.io/) on the web. For example, I started writing this blog with ONE tip in mind, but the long tail keyword "Blogging Tips" is searched many more times than "Blogging Tip". I also added the phrase about content marketing because it is not only HIGHLY searched, but it is spot on with my expertise. **Double checking and adjusting your title against actually searched phrases can make all the difference between your blog being read or it gathering dust. ** I promised a bonus, so here it is. You too can stand out and break out of a rut by incorporating these more intriguing words: | **1. bottom line** | **11. actionable** | **21. timely** | | --- | --- | --- | | **2. unpredictable** | **12. energize** | **22. jackpot** | | **3. fascinating** | **13. unique** | **23. authentic** | | **4. revelation** | **14. courageous** | **24. helpful** | | **5. last minute** | **15. comprehensive** | **25. intuitive** | | **6. rare** | **16. breakthrough** | **26. successful** | | **7. emerging** | **17. bonus** | **27. monumental** | | **8. confidential** | **18. perfect** | **28. earth-shattering** | | **9. gem** | **19. template** | **29. stand-out** | | **10. immediate** | **20. proof** | **30. intriguing** | Still slightly hyperventilating when it comes to blogging? I feel you. I address some of the most [common obstacles to blogging](https://blog.littlebirdmarketing.com/overcoming-5-common-obstacles-to-successful-blogging) that I frequently hear. 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