SEO Article Masterclass – Katrina McKinnon
SEO Article Masterclass: Learn how to create content that search engines love.
What You’ll Learn In SEO Article Masterclass
Learn about user intent, writing with rhythm, and article structure.
Article Quality Checklist
- Learn How to Use an Article Quality Checklist
How and What to Write
- User Intent: Stick to the Topic
- Break Down the Theme and Topic
- Write With Depth: No Thin Content
- Learn How to Write an Article Outline
Titles, Promises, and Introductions
- Deliver on Your Promise
- Master the Art of the Headline
- Write a Compelling Introduction
Writing Well
- Write With Rhythm: Make Words Dance
- Insert Useful Transition Phrases
- Write Succinctly
- Use the Right Tone of Voice
- Avoid Forbidden Topics and Patronising the Reader
Sub-Headings and Capitalisation
- Use Consistent Capitalisation
- Write Useful Sub-Headings
- Summarise Sub-Headings
- Apply Correct Heading and Keyword Hierarchy
- Learn How to Format Sub-Headings and Avoid Lists
Visual Elements
- Add Visual Interest
- Add Tables and Compare Data
- Learn How to Use Blockquotes and Testimonials
Anchor Text, CTAs, and FAQs
- Add Useful Anchor Text Links
- Create and Apply Call-To-Action (CTAs)
- Learn How to Write FAQs
Proofreading and Editing
- Proofread: Check for spelling, grammar and flow
Article Layout
- Keep the Layout Clean and Scannable
- Rule #1: One Paragraph. One Idea.
- Rule #2: Keep Paragraphs to 3 Lines or Less
- Rule #3: Bold, Italic, Underline. Which One Should I Use?
- Rule #4: Use Bold Sparingly to Break Up Slabs of Text
- Rule #5: Hyperlinks and Underlines
- Rule #6: Use Heading Styles in Order—H1, H2, H3
- Rule #7: Use Consistent Spacing Between, Before, and After Lines, Paragraphs, and Words
- Rule #8: Left Align Text
- Rule #9: Be Consistent with Font Types and Sizes
- Rule #10: Place Images Between Paragraphs
- Rule #11: Lists—Ordered vs Unordered
- Rule #12: Don’t Overuse Exclamation Marks!
- Your Quick Checklist for Scannable Articles
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