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Articles: 7 Reasons Why List Posts Will Always Work

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:00:00 CDT

Any headline that lists a number of reasons, secrets, types, or ways will work because, once again, it makes a very specific promise of what’s in store for the reader. A nice quantifiable return on attention invested goes a long way toward prompting action, and as long as you deliver with quality content, you’ll have a satisfied reader.

Plus, these type of posts and articles are perfect for building your authority and demonstrating a mastery of your area of expertise. If you’re business blogging, that’s key.

With that in mind, let’s take a quick look at 7 classic “list” headlines that you can remix on your blog when you’re looking to boost readership (and maybe even get a little link love).

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Author: Brian Clark
Source: copyblogger
Subject: Marketing / Sales

Articles: 10 Sure-Fire Headline Formulas That Work

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:00:00 CDT

So, you’re seeing too many of those “how to” and list headlines, and want to try a few different angles?

Let’s move beyond those common headline formulas you see over and over, and add some new blood to your attention-grabbing arsenal.

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Author: Brian Clark
Source: copyblogger
Subject: Marketing / Sales

Articles: 9 Proven Headline Formulas That Sell Like Crazy

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:00:00 CDT

You can write a headline in an infinite number of ways. However, certain types of headlines have proven themselves repeatedly for many years. By following the “formula” of these headlines, you can give yourself an edge when you are serious about persuading someone to read and respond to your copy.

The following 9 headline formulas are some of the easiest to write and the most powerful. When it comes time to write a headline, try one of these first. At the very least, this can give you a creative jumping off point to write a headline that works.

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Author: Dean Rieck
Source: copyblogger
Subject: Marketing / Sales

Prospective MBA Resources: MBA Traditions: Creating Bonds that Last a Lifetime

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:00:00 CDT

Pub crawls and athletic competitions may seem like distractions, but they serve an important B-school purpose: turning MBA grads into active—and generous—alumni.

Author: Lindsey Gerdes
Source: BusinessWeek
Subject: About