Top 10 Blog Posts of 2016

I always start my planning for the new year by reviewing the past year. Part of that review includes looking at my most popular blog posts.

One of the things I always say is: do more of what works and less of what doesn’t. I like to see which blog posts you liked the most to figure out what I should do more of in the next year.

Here are the top 10 blog posts of 2016 for Blacksburg Belle in case you missed some of them:

1. 100 Badass Female Entrepreneurs to Watch in 2017

I created this list because I love supporting other creative entrepreneurs. Having an abundance mindset has been a critical element in building my business.

2. Required Reading: 29 Books Every Creative Entrepreneur Should Read

Business books (and baby pictures) are my crack. Because I’ve read a bunch, I thought I would share my favorites with you.

3. 3 Detailed Examples of Four-Week Marketing Plans for Creative Businesses

For the past six years, I’ve helped creatives promote their businesses online, but this blog post is probably the most effective way to show the creatives I work with what their marketing plans should look like and encompass.

4. I’m Talking to YOU, Scaredy Cat

If you want to see me throw a fit on camera, watch this video. I’m so sick of entrepreneurs being afraid of emailing their lists so I thought you all needed a little encouragement.

5. Behind the Scenes: My Website Redesign

I love that you enjoy seeing behind the scenes of my big projects. Sharing these details often shows those of you frustrated with how long things take that it’s totally normal.

6. 75 Done-for-You Blog Post Title Templates

The title of your blog post is one of the most important pieces of making sure that it gets read. That’s why I created this list of done-for-you blog post title templates, giving you a good place to start.

7. Marketing from A to Z: 101 Free Resources for Promoting Your Creative Business

This list covers everything from website design to product photos to promoting your products on social media.

8. Running a Business with Chronic Illness

When I published this blog post, I realized how many of you also struggle with health issues. I shared my top tips for running a business when you’re dealing with a chronic illness.

9. 28 Done-for-You Scripts for Saying No in Any Situation

Whenever you say ‘yes’ to something, you’re saying ‘no’ to everything else even if that means saying no to an afternoon nap or reading a good book.

10. A Sales Funnel Example and Workbook

I explain the basics of a sales funnel and an example for a jewelry design business.

I hope you enjoyed the content I published for you in 2016! I’ve got big plans on what I want to share with you in this upcoming year.