This worksheet accompanies Chapter 24 of "Webify Your Business" (2009) by Patrick Schwerdtfeger. This worksheet is about the benefits of linking out to as many other online resources as possible and the culture in today's blogosphere to reciprocate that type of link love.

1. Outbound Links = $$$
© 2009, Patrick Schwerdtfeger
Register on Blog Directories
□ Register on as many blog directories as you can, building exposure.
□ Don’t expect any SEO benefits; this is just to legitimize your blog’s existence.
□ Make sure you have your blog title and description finalized before you start.
Notes
BlogCatalog & MyBlogLog
□ There are a number of blogging communities that are worth joining.
□ Look for the two listed above and also search for others specific to your field.
□ After joining, connect with other bloggers and follow their topics and ideas.
Notes
Technorati
□ Technorati is a cross between a blogging community and a search engine.
□ It indexes over 120 million blogs and evaluates their relative influence.
□ “Claim” your blog on Technorati and make sure your information is up-to-date.
Notes
Submission Services
□ There are many blog directly submission services available on the internet.
□ These services range from $2 to $200 (or more) but they are worth while.
□ Try a submission service to get your blog listed on hundreds of directories.
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