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By Jimmy D. Brown

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Writing ezine articles is one of the best business-building activities you’ll ever invest time in on the Internet. They can be used in dozens of different ways to generate web site traffic, build lists, brand your name, earn affiliate commissions and produce sales of your products and services.

They are, unquestionably, a vital part of any successful Internet marketing campaign.

By now - if you’ve read anything in the member’s area - you know I’m a big believer in writing ezine articles. And you know that I’ve devoted many of the lessons in the member’s area toward teaching you how to write, distribute and market with them.

Yet there still remains a lingering question -

WHAT should I write about in my ezine articles?

I want to share with you some brainstorming ideas that will allow you to easily come up with a couple dozen (or more) hot ideas for your upcoming ezine articles. I’m going to briefly share seven (7) fill-in-the-blank article starters along with a brief explanation to help you get started writing attention-grabbing content.

When you’re ready to write your next ezine article, consider one of these not-yet-overused formulas…

01. What To Do When [Enter Problem Here]. The idea with this article is to offer a solution to an existing problem by matter-of-factly addressing the issue being discussed in the article. “What To Do When You Need To Lose That Last 5 Pounds” points out a problem many dieters face and hints that the article will reveal a method for overcoming this barrier. This article’s pointed style makes it a sure read.

02. Can [Enter Solution Here] Help [Enter Problem Here]? Similar to number one above, this article poses a question while emphasizing both the problem and potential solution. What really works here is to ask a “curiosity-building” question by providing a solution that doesn’t seem to fit with the problem. For example: If you’re trying to re-grow hair on your balding head, could you resist reading, “Can Cheerios Help Thicken Your Hair?” I don’t think so.

03. Should You [Enter Activity Here]? (Take This Quiz). People love quizzes. They especially love to see how they measure up in some area that they are particularly interested in. That combination makes this another ezine article that gets a lot of views. “Should You Quit Your Job And Start An Internet Business? Take This Quiz!” is going to attract every dissatisfied, looking-for-greener-pastures, internet marketing wannabe on the block.

04. 7 “Must Ask Questions” for [Enter Activity Here]. This is a perfect article for the entry-level beginner in any particular field. “7 ‘Must-Ask’ Questions for First-Time Homeschoolers’ When Choosing Curriculum” is just about a guaranteed read for all new homeschooling moms and dads who don’t want to blow it for their kids. (Note: The “number” of must-ask questions can be whatever you choose.)

05. 3 [Enter Topical Adjective Here] Lessons from [Enter Pop Culture Reference]. By using references to popular culture events, characters, television shows, news stories and trends, you’ll be able to get some cheap mileage from existing “hot buttons” of the general public. I recentl wrote an article entitled, “3 Word-Of-Mouth Marketing Lessons From the Academy Awards” that garnered a lot of interest. Guess when I released it? Yep, a week before the big awards show.

06. Mastering [Enter Topic Here]: How to [Enter Tutorial Statement Here] Part 1. This is a superb article idea for a series of related tutorials. The word “master” is a bit overused at times in marketing circles, but it means to “become an expert” at something or to “achieve dominance” over something. Who wouldn’t want to “master” their activity of interest? That’s why “Mastering Weight Loss: How To Shed 12-15 Pounds in 30 Days, Part 1″ and other articles in its mold make for much-read content.

07. What Kind of [Enter Desirable Object Here] Is Best For YOU? We all want what’s “best” for us, don’t we? “What Kind Of Internet Business Is Best For You?” indicates there is something revealed in the article that will allow me to determine which of the options available to me is best suited for me. This is a really solid article to point others towards additional resources (such as special reports, mini-courses, etc.) where they can get specific information about which of the “options” mentioned in the article is most interesting and compatible with them.

So, there you have some great ideas to get you started on your next ezine article.

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photo credit: desi.italyIf you’ve been following along with my article marketing series you’ll know that I have been actively involved in article marketing for awhile now. I’d just wanted to make this short post to let you know that if you are consistent with your article marketing efforts and create good content you CAN HAVE SUCCESS TOO!

I actually wrote an article about a month ago that has risen to #1 in Yahoo search for it’s keyword phrase and #13 on Google. Well that article has started a flood of traffic for the website that it is on. I am now receiving 300+ unique visits per day because of that one article. As a result my Adsense income has risen by $2.50 per day for that site.

You might say that $2.50 is not a lot of money, but consider what I did to start the traffic. I wrote one article and submitted it to a few websites. Now I’m making extra money everyday.

Bottom line… Article Marketing does work. It does bring in traffic to your site. So don’t get discouraged and keep writing articles on a consistent basis.

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The time to begin writing an article is when you have finished it to your satisfaction. By that time you begin to clearly and logically perceive what it is you really want to say. ~Mark Twain

Do you want to succeed with article marketing? Of course you do! To succeed in article marketing you need to be able to write original, information packed quality articles. Mastering the skill of writing quality articles will help your online business tremendously. In this article we will cover some simple points to aid you creating articles that will solve problems for your readers.

1. I think that the first thing that you should do is find your style of writing. What type of person are you? Are you a natural comedian? Are you outgoing and gregarious? Are you more fact based? Whatever you personality start with that, or reinvent yourself through your writing. Take on another persona and write the way you feel someone of that nature would write. Have fun with it.

2. When researching an article try to come up with something new and creative that you can add to the topic to make it your own. Give the research a fresh new perspective and use your new personae to creative an attractive presentation of the material.

3. Product promotion on websites depends a lot on presentation and pre-selling your prospect with your unique USP (Unique Selling Proposition). If you’re new to pre-selling and USP don’t worry there is a free guide, written by Ken Evoy that can help you succeed, with this type of writing (Click here for Free eBook). The more you practice using pre-selling techniques in your writing the easier and more natural it will get with time.

4. The majority of internet users are searching the web to find information to solve a specific problem If you are knowledgeable or proficient in a specific area, begin to write articles now to address these problems. By doing this you will soon establish yourself as an expert in the field. The search engines will see the constant, relevant, and unique content on your web site and your organic search rankings will continue to increase.

5. If you are writing about a topic that you are unfamiliar with then spend some time doing an appropriate amount of research on the topic. The internet is full of a variety of places to do research such as eHow.com, Britannica.com, About.com, and of course Google, YaHoo, and MSN. Don’t forget that you can use surveys, data analysis, newspapers, and magazines as well for research material. Also, I have to add that Instant Article Wizard is great for not only writing articles, but doing article research as well.

6. These days article directories, information sites, and blogs are checking articles for plagiarism, duplicate content, and quality. If your article in original and provides good quality content then you will have no problem getting it published. You can check your article at copyscape.com You can also use this web site to check if your article is being used inappropriately.

7. If you write articles for other websites or article directories you will be permitted to include a resource box with your article. Your resource box should have at the very minimum: your name, a short description, a call to action and a link to your web site. This is necessary for promotion of your web site. Christopher Knight of ezineArticles.com has a great article on how to create an author’s resource box. Do yourself a big favor and read this article: Click Here!

Benefits Of Developing Good Article Marketing Skills

1. Article marketing is one of the best and most cost effective marketing tools for marketing your products and services. There are literally thousands of ezines and web sites where you can place your articles to increase your market reach.

2. Readers who like your articles are more likely to visit your web site and will be more comfortable with your product recommendations.

3. One goal of your articles should be to develop a relationship with your readers and to gain their trust. People buy from people they trust and have a relationship with over time. If you create good articles with useful content your readers will recommend you to others.

Getting your article selected by potential ezine publishers has a lot to do with how well your article is written. A well written article will generate a lot of traffic to your web site and give you a steady stream of potential customers. It is essential to concentrate on developing unique and informative articles that pre-sell your prospect and communicates your USP.

Recommended Resource: Download a FREE eBook that teaches you how to Make Your Content Sell! Click here for the free eBook!

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Writing became such a process of discovery that I couldn’t wait to get to work in the morning: I wanted to know what I was going to say. ~Sharon O’Brien

The Internet is fast becoming the world’s preferred medium for advertising products, services, and expressing opinions on almost every topic.

However, just like traditional advertising there is a need to attract the attention of potential readers and customers. The inclusion of original articles and other content on your web site is one of the ways to increase traffic and sustain viewers. At some point almost everyone struggles with finding unique content for their sites.

Writing unique content for your web site doesn’t need to be difficult. Generally, the articles published on the Internet are about 350 – 700 words in length. And if you follow a few helpful guidelines you’ll be able to easily and quickly create original content. This article will be your guide to developing ideas for writing those articles.

The How To Article

A “How To” article is always a good place to start. The typical internet user is surfing the web to find information to solve a problem. Writing a “How To” article is the perfect vehicle delivering informative and helpful information to your site visitors. Writing a “How To” article is very simple.

The first thing to do is to get a basic structure in your mind of what you want to write about. Then write a simple outline of what you will discuss. You’ll then use the outline to create a 5 Paragraph Article The article will provide details of the various processes involved in carrying out a particular task. Under each task provide additional information that will be useful to the reader. It will be important to write a good attention grabbing introduction. You can use your knowledge of the subject or simply explain the reasons for expressing the significance of your “How To”.

The Useful Tips Article

An article listing various tips for solving a particular problem are really useful for readers. These articles typically consist of several bullet points that can be quickly read. The tips article should also provide an introduction that explains the benefits of saving time and improving quality of life by following the given tips. This type of article is really appreciated because everyone is interested in saving time in their daily lives and will benefit from using certain shortcuts. Add some additional information under each tip and also include the benefits of following the tip.

The Success Story Article

Internet searchers also like to search for information that inspires them. They will search for inspiring stories about people and events. If you have been successful in some area of your life you can write this down and use it as an article. You can write about the good experiences, the obstacles faced and overcome to achieve your success. Include discussions about the techniques, skills, and tools that you used to reach your destination. The end of the article can detail how your life has changed as a result of the success that you have accomplished.

The How To, Useful Tips, and the Success Story are just a few ideas of the types of articles that you can write to provide original content for your web site. The articles don’t need to be overly complex. Just strive to make the articles informative and useful for your readers and you will get lots of traffic to your site. Remember that continued writing and practice will make you better over time.

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Writing became such a process of discovery that I couldn’t wait to get to work in the morning: I wanted to know what I was going to say. ~Sharon O’Brien

The Internet is fast becoming the world’s preferred medium for advertising products, services, and expressing opinions on almost every topic.

However, just like traditional advertising there is a need to attract the attention of potential readers and customers. The inclusion of original articles and other content on your web site is one of the ways to increase traffic and sustain viewers. At some point almost everyone struggles with finding unique content for their sites.

Writing unique content for your web site doesn’t need to be difficult. Generally, the articles published on the Internet are about 350 – 700 words in length. And if you follow a few helpful guidelines you’ll be able to easily and quickly create original content. This article will be your guide to developing ideas for writing those articles.

The “How To” Article

A “How To” article is always a good place to start. The typical internet user is surfing the web to find information to solve a problem. Writing a “How To” article is the perfect vehicle delivering informative and helpful information to your site visitors. Writing a “How To” article is very simple.

The first thing to do is to get a basic structure in your mind of what you want to write about. Then write a simple outline of what you will discuss. You’ll then use the outline to create a “5 Paragraph Article” (link). The article will provide details of the various processes involved in carrying out a particular task. Under each task provide additional information that will be useful to the reader. It will be important to write a good attention grabbing introduction. You can use your knowledge of the subject or simply explain the reasons for expressing the significance of your “How To”.

The “Useful Tips” Article

An article listing various tips for solving a particular problem are really useful for readers. These articles typically consist of several bullet points that can be quickly read. The tips article should also provide an introduction that explains the benefits of saving time and improving quality of life by following the given tips. This type of article is really appreciated because everyone is interested in saving time in their daily lives and will benefit from using certain shortcuts. Add some additional information under each tip and also include the benefits of following the tip.

The “Success Story” Article

Internet searchers also like to search for information that inspires them. They will search for inspiring stories about people and events. If you have been successful in some area of your life you can write this down and use it as an article. You can write about the good experiences, the obstacles faced and overcome to achieve your success. Include discussions about the techniques, skills, and tools that you used to reach your destination. The end of the article can detail how your life has changed as a result of the success that you have accomplished.

The How To, Useful Tips, and the Success Story are just a few ideas of the types of articles that you can write to provide original content for your web site. The articles don’t need to be overly complex. Just strive to make the articles informative and useful for your readers and you will get lots of traffic to your site. Remember that continued writing and practice will make you better over time.