How to Write a Blog Post That Ranks: A 10-Point Checklist

This article will provide a practical, actionable checklist for creating blog content that is optimized for both search engines and human readers.

The 10-point checklist will cover:

1. Target a single, primary focus keyword.
2. Analyze the top-ranking search results (SERPs) for that keyword to understand user intent.
3. Craft a compelling and keyword-inclusive title (H1 tag).
4. Structure the content logically with descriptive subheadings (H2, H3 tags).
5. Write an engaging introduction that hooks the reader.
6. Use short paragraphs, bullet points, and numbered lists to improve scannability.
7. Add relevant images and videos with optimized alt text.
8. Include both internal links to other pages on the site and external links to authoritative sources.
9. Write a clear and strong call-to-action (CTA).
10. Optimize the URL slug and meta description to be concise and keyword-rich.