Episode 159: Three Ways to Get Your Writing Noticed With Helen Ryan

<p><b>Points To Listen For!</b></p><ul><li>Guesting and how to find a blog to post to</li><li>An opportunity you might want to think about to build a portfolio</li><li>The importance of learning the basics of SEO</li><li>Key points for SEO writing from Janine</li><li>Using a few websites to help build your trustworthiness and thought leadership</li><li>Talking about backlinks</li><li>Tips to keep moving as a writer</li></ul><p> <b>About Helen Ryan<br/></b>Helen was a freelance health and fitness writer for many years. She was also a health/wellness columnist. </p><p>For a billion years she’s been a creative director, and a fitness pro for almost as long—often at the same time. She lost over 80 pounds naturally 16 years ago and wrote the book, “21 Days to Change Your Body (and Your Life)” to help people lose weight while still eating cake.</p><p>She’s the creator of the coached walk/podcast “Walking &amp; Talking with Helen.” She helps people move their bodies while firing up their motivation. Every step counts.</p><p>She also helps entrepreneurs grow their businesses using ethical marketing techniques and tech shortcuts so they can save time and focus on their passion.</p><p>Reignite Inc. – the nonprofit she founded – aims to help women gain skills to re-enter the workforce. Without modern skills, many women get left behind and cannot find jobs to provide for their families.</p><p>In her “off time” she teaches Spinning, photograph bands at concerts, volunteer, and travel.</p><p><b>Three Ways To Get Your Writing Noticed<br/></b>1. Guest post in as many blogs as you can</p><p> 2. Start your own blog to find your voice.</p><p> 3. Create credibility for yourself like in the media.</p><p><em>Resource tip: </em><a href='https://www.helpareporter.com/'><em>HARO</em></a><em> you can help find out what people are looking for.</em></p><p>Her favorite book: <a href='https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits'>Atomic Habits</a> by James Clear</p><p>Listen to Helen’s podcast, <a href='https://walkingandtalking.show/'>Walking and Ta