Blogs are one of the best free resources to help you grow into a stronger internet marketer. Spending a little time in the blogospere on a regular basis is an essential part of being a successful blogger or internet marketer.
The top 10 internet marketing blogs that I listed below includes some of the most authoritative and successful bloggers in the industry. Not only do they provide quality content on a consistent basis, but also include insightful posts that can’t be found anywhere else.
ProBlogger – This blog is filled with tips, tutorials and insight from the pioneer of blogging. Darren Rowse, (problogger) one of the most successful bloggers out there is very helpful and genuine. You’ll find posts on everything from beginning a blog to having the most successful blog online just by digging through Problogger’s archives, which is also where you’ll find his best content. Most of his posts are very elaborate and personally written from Darren Rowse himself. Until just recently, guest bloggers write a majority of his posts.
CopyBlogger – Unless you’re already a gifted technical genius at copywriting, then this is one blog that continually produces content that can improve your writing. I learned once I got into internet marketing that being able to write great copy is practically everything. But it doesn’t come easily for everyone and takes quite a bit of skill. You’ll find some of the most brilliant writers sharing insider information and tips to help improve your copy writing on a daily basis at Copyblogger.
ShoeMoney – Now Jeremy Schoemaker isn’t the most technical writer out there and comes off as a party animal. But he is one of the most savviest internet marketers and one of the Big Guns in the industry. He’s got a ton of connections and knows if anything big is about to happen before anyone else. Keep up with the latest in the online world by checking out Shoemoney’s blog.
JohnChow – He makes money online by teaching others how to make money online. He’s relentless with his marketing tactics and is a very smart internet marketer. You can learn quite a bit from his many helpful posts on different ways to make money online found on his blog and just by observing what he does.
DailyBlogTips – Daniel Scocco writes a new helpful post on blogging or internet marketing on a daily basis. He knows his stuff and isn’t afraid to share it on his blog. Most of the posts will be short and too the point.
SethGodin – The blog looks simple and plain, but the content is ingenious. Seth is a master at writing and marketing. You’ll find some real gems throughout his blog and he continuously writes about topics in a whole new angle.
YoungPrePro – This is a young blogger who took the internet by storm. His blog seemed to appear outta nowhere and quickly became a very popular internet marketing blog filled with tips and tutorials from a highly skilled youngster.
ChrisBrogan – He’s well known for his social media skills. Anything about social media and networking can pretty much be found on his blog. His posts are insightful and written on a daily basis to help you take your social networking to the next level.
ViperChill – Glen Allsopp is one of the savviest young internet marketers out there and known for his viral marketing skills. His blog is filled with his personal experiences and his latest business ideas. You won’t be able to find more insightful and detailed posts anywhere else on the internet.
MattCutts – He’s probably the best well known Google employee. If you want to know what’s going on with Google and get insightful information about the king of the search engines, then this is the blog to read.
Newly added — I’ll keep building this list. Let me know of any others that should be added, but they better be goood.
Entrepreneurs Journey – Yaro Starak is a really cool, laid back and down to earth guy. Who’s passionate about helping anyone succeed with blogging and internet marketing. He’s got a heap load of gems on his blog that will definitely help you out. The pod casts aren’t to shabby either.
ThinkTraffic – Corbett Barr knows how to kick you in the butt and get you motivated. If you need some inspiration or a whole heck of lot more traffic, then this blog is for you.
SmartPassiveIncome – Pat Flynn is as transparent as they come. He has become one of the most successful bloggers in quite a short amount of time. But the cool thing is, he shows you what he’s doing, and how he makes his money.
IncomeDiary – Michael Dunlop is just straight up a natural born entrepreneur and one of the most successful young online marketers. His blog is filled with original and inspiring posts, including a ton of interviews from top business people around the world.
IwillTeachyoutobeRich – Ramit Sethi, who studied at Stanford, New York Times best selling author, top financial blogger (do I really need to continue) is one smart and cool cat. He talks all about money and finding your passion (as in work) on his site.
Socialtriggers – he knows his stuff about social media and the psychology of what makes people tick online. I really like his energy and excitement in his content and in his videos.
SEO Blogs
seo-hacker – A top SEO blog in the Philippines.
seoclerks – Better than Fiverr?
Of course there are many other great internet marketing blogs out there, and you can go here if you want to checkout an extensive top internet marketing blogs list.
These were just some of my favorite internet marketing blogs that I visit on the regular. So, what blogs do you read on a daily basis and why?
traffic
trafficplanet – forum full of different methods and techniques to get traffic. Including seo and other traffic generation tips.
nickstraffictricks – traffic tips that work from the past, current and future.
trafficgenerationcafe – This girl has beauty, brains and a cool personality. But best of all, she knows her stuff when it comes to traffic generation and marketing online. Grab some tips from Ana, and enjoy watching your traffic skyrocket.
Other
famousbloggers – submit a guest post, meet other bloggers and get some new traffic coming to your site
imgrind – get the latest scoop about internet marketing. For the IM hustlers who are constantly looking for the moola.
affiliorama – great site for affiliates. All resources and knowledge all in one site.
What wp theme is that – Cool site I recently found that can tell you what kind of wordpress theme any site or blog is using.
Internet Marketing Forums
Warrior forum – Hands Down – the best internet marketing forum online currently. You can become a member of the warrior forum for free, today!
forumspecialoffers – this forum is great for finding and listing the latest and hottest special offers. Great way to get the jump on new hot offers before everyone else does.
Solo ads
safe-swaps – one of the most popular sites for good quality solo ads. Find great lists to send a solo ad to in your niche, or you can sell solo ads to your own lists. This is where the Big Dogs get instant targeted traffic to their offers and make a ton of money selling solo ads too.
nextmark – another decent solo ad directory. Very easy to find good solo ads for just about any niche.
Top Blog Directories
Alltop – blog directory that lists the top blogs in the industry for particular niches and topics. Great for finding blogs in your niche for guest posts and etc.
Super Affiliates
affbuzz – find the top super affiliate blogs and stay up with the latest affiliate news.
zac johnson – has a great blog on paid traffic and cpa networks. One of the first super affiliate blogs I’ve ever come across.
charlesngo – he drops knowledge bombs and has generated millions within a few years from CPA and other affiliate networks.
stack that money – really good super affiliate forum and blog with all the latest events and news
aff playbook – one of the top super affiliate sites. You have to join their forum which costs a few bucks per month.
ian fernando – super affiliate blogger who shares tips and strategies to make more money online. Mostly talks about cpa’s and paid traffic sources.
jayknowscash – a ton of great advice to make money in the adult and dating industry. Includes case study’s, lp’s and images.
greedreports – it costs a few bucks per month to become a member, but the information and resources are priceless.
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Hey there!
Funny thing! I’ve been to quite a few of those blogs already!
I’ve created a webdesign blog @ http://www.websitecreationservices.co.uk
And one here at: Http://www.MasonicMarketing.com
I’d appreciate ANY feed back mathew!
Thanks bro!
MM- Craig.