Your Pre Publish checklist (or what to do before you hit the Publish button)

When I get to the end of writing a post I am really excited and want to just get the post out into the blog- a-sphere...
BUT
over all the years of blogging, I have learnt to curb my impatient nature and double check a few things before I publish my post.

That final moment before publishing is a chance to elevate your post from good to great. So I actually created a Pre Publish Checklist to help you slow down, double-check the essentials, and give your writing the best possible send-off.

1. TITLE : Is the Title catchy?

2. KEYWORD: Have you included a keyword or keyword phrase in the title or in the beginning of your article?

3. IMAGE: Have you included one (or more) relevant images? Have you added it's ALT Text.

4. PROOFREAD: Double check the spelling and grammar.

5. INTERNAL LINKING: Is it possible to link another one of your relevant posts to this post?

6. CALL TO ACTION: Can you include a call to action at the end?

7. REFERENCES: Can you include quality references?

8. LINKS: Check all the links.

Blogging is both art and craft—and this checklist is my way of honoring both. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, these simple steps can help you publish with confidence. If you have questions, suggestions, or your own favorite pre-publish rituals, I’d love to hear from you in the comments. Let’s keep learning from each other and making our words count.