In this episode of Small Business Quick Wins, host Jay Schwedelson interviews Clint Fontanella, an experienced blogger who manages blogs for Thryv and previously for HubSpot. They discuss the importance of blogging for small businesses and provide practical tips for getting started.
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Best Moments:
(01:01) Introduction to blogging and its importance for small businesses
(02:36) The value and purpose of having a blog for small business owners
(03:45) Technical benefits of blogging, including SEO advantages
(04:37) The risks of using AI-generated content for blogs
(05:16) The importance of keeping blog content up-to-date
(06:59) How to start a blog and determine its goals
(07:47) Tools for keyword research and blog optimization
(08:20) Strategies for promoting blog content
(09:27) Clint's approach to reading and researching blogs
(10:18) Information on Clint's personal and professional blogs
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Guest Bio:
Clint Fontanella is an experienced blogger who currently manages blogs for Thryv and previously worked at HubSpot. He has extensive knowledge in content creation, SEO optimization, and blog management. Clint also maintains a personal blog called Pedaling for Pups, which he uses to raise money for animal shelters in war-torn areas. His passion for blogging extends beyond his professional life, as he even documented his bike-packing journey from Canada to Mexico through his personal blog.
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