This document provides tips for writing sponsored posts and keeping brands interested in future collaborations. It discusses getting sponsored posts by having a professional media kit, online presence, and understanding what brands are looking for in partners. When writing posts, the document advises surprising readers that it's sponsored, using your own talents and ideas, and meeting brand requirements. To maintain relationships, it suggests delivering what was promised, providing feedback and metrics to brands, and regularly following up.
4. Be a yardstick of quality.
Some people aren't used
to an environment where
excellence is expected.
Steve Jobs
6. networking must-
haves
Media kit
Business cards: not just for
conferences
Complete LinkedIn profile
Email address on blog
Blog conferences
Presence in your communities
7. What
to
charge?
Everyone’s
definition of value is
different. Be ok with
yours.
- me
9. Don’t be
Choose afraid to
your opps give up
wisely the
GOOD
To go for the
Does the topic excite me? G
Is the compensation ok?
Do I have time to write it?
R
Do I have time to promote it? E
Is there space in my calendar? A
Will my readers like this?
Does it fit with my values? T
- John D.
Rockefeller
12. let ideas simmer
use YOUR assets
& talents
turn the prompt
on its head
surprise! it’s
sponsored!
13. be a
superhero!
Use bit.lys for tracking
Use no follow links
Don’t skimp on images
Always disclose
Make them interesting
Double-check brand
requirements
Have a clear plan to promote
14. Current
events
List Vlog
Humor
Parody Lesson
Learned
Photo
Letter Story
Recipe
Curate a
prompt Craft
Collection
Tutorial
Style
an
Outfit
22. • Do what you say you will
• Then, do a little extra
• Finish on time
• Say thank you
• Provide metrics
• Give feedback
• SEO
• Ask for testimonials
• Keep a clip list
• Regular check-ins
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