Blogger’s Toolbox

A blog is a great way to add content to your site, to create a resource for your clients and build a rapport with your audience. Maybe you’ve already started one and are looking for ways to spice it up. Or perhaps you’re just getting started. Here are some great resources no matter where you are in your blogging.

Topics

This can stop me cold. What the heck am I going to write about?! These links will help you when you’re starting at a blank page or screen.

blogtap.net/blogtopicgenerator    You can select a category and click Generate Topic.

copyblogger.com/brainstorm-blog-topics     50 tips on helping you come up with your topics.

chrisbrogan.com/100-blog-topics-i-hope-you-write/   Just like the link says, 100 blog topics.

Pictures

A great way to make your blog more appealing and eye catching is to add pictures. But, unless you’re a photographer or graphics person, you probably don’t have a stockpile of photos. The sites below are great places to easily download good looking photos to use.

morgueFile    Royalty free photos you can download for free.

freedigitalphotos  Photos are free to download and use as long as you’re willing to give credit. Don’t want to give credit? No problem. You can purchase the photos as well.

 

Name Generator

If you’re just starting your blog, you’ll want a catchy title. These name generators are fun. You may not find your title here but it will get some ideas percolating.

Weblog Name Generator    Pick between funky or formal and click Generate Name

Online Name Generator   Plethora of name generators. Just take your pick!

I’m always looking for ideas and inspiration. What are the tools you use when doing your blog?