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Write for Us: SEO & Digital Marketing Guest Posts

Are you an SEO specialist, digital marketer, or business growth enthusiast with insights to share? Do you want to contribute fresh ideas on search engine optimization, content marketing, or entrepreneurship? If you’re looking for a write for us SEO or write for us digital marketing opportunity, you’ve come to the right place. The Business Goals welcomes high-quality guest contributions that provide actionable advice and practical tips for our readers. We focus on empowering entrepreneurs, marketers, and business owners with content that drives growth and innovation in the digital space.

Contributing a guest post to our blog is a great way to share your expertise, gain exposure in the industry, and help others succeed in their SEO and digital marketing efforts. Read on to learn about our topics of interest, guest post guidelines, and how to submit your article for consideration.

Topics We Cover

We are interested in a range of topics centered around SEO, digital marketing, and business growth. We strive to keep our content niche-specific and valuable to readers in these areas. Here are some of the key topics and categories we welcome:

SEO Strategies & Techniques – e.g., on-page SEO, technical SEO, link building tactics, local SEO tips, latest Google algorithm insights, etc.
Digital Marketing – broader marketing strategies including SEM/PPC campaigns, influencer marketing, content marketing, and social media marketing trends.
Content Marketing – planning content strategy, copywriting tips, blogging best practices, email marketing campaigns, and content SEO integration.
Social Media & Influencer Marketing – strategies for platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, Pinterest, and how to leverage social media for business growth.
Entrepreneurship & Startup Growth – advice on starting and growing a business, growth hacking techniques, sales, and customer acquisition strategies.
Business Tools & Technology – reviews or guides on digital tools (SEO tools, analytics, CRM, etc.) that help businesses and marketers improve efficiency.
E-commerce Marketing – tips for improving online store SEO, conversion rate optimization, and digital advertising for e-commerce.
Email Marketing & CRM – lead generation techniques, email campaign optimization, and nurturing customers through marketing automation.

If you have an idea that falls under these umbrellas and will benefit our audience, we want to hear from you! Our readers are primarily digital marketers, SEO professionals, and entrepreneurs (mostly in the US), so make sure your topic is relevant to their interests and challenges. We even welcome insightful case studies, advanced how-to guides, or growth hacking lessons you’ve learned firsthand.

Guest Post Guidelines

To maintain the quality and consistency of our content, please adhere to the following guest post guidelines. These rules ensure your submission has the best chance of being accepted and appreciated by our readers:

Original & Unpublished Content: We only accept original posts that have never been published elsewhere (including on your own blog or Medium). Your article must be written exclusively for The Business Goals. We have a zero-tolerance policy for plagiarism or duplicate content – such submissions will be rejected outright.
Value-Packed and Relevant: Content should be useful, informative, and add value for our readers. We aim to publish insights that contribute to the SEO/digital marketing community, not thinly veiled ads or fluff pieces. Avoid overly broad or generic topics – try to share fresh perspectives or advanced insights beyond the absolute basics. (For example, instead of “What is SEO?”, dive into a specific strategy or a case study that offers deeper value.) We prefer intermediate to advanced-level articles that our audience can learn from.
No Promotional or Affiliate Content: Absolutely no sales pitches, press releases, or purely promotional content. We do not accept sponsored posts that heavily recommend any specific product or service, and your guest post should not read like an advertisement. It’s fine to mention tools or services in passing if necessary, but affiliate links or promotional links are not allowed in the article body (and will be removed). You may include one link to your own website or project in your author bio (see “Author Bio” below), but the guest post itself must remain informational and valuable to readers, not a promotional piece. Any excessive self-promotion or link stuffing is against our guidelines.
Article Length: Posts should be at least 1,500 words in length (longer is welcome if the topic warrants it). This ensures you cover the topic in sufficient depth. We’ve found that comprehensive articles tend to perform better and provide more value to our audience. Make sure every word counts – focus on quality, not just quantity.
Writing Quality and Tone: Maintain a professional yet conversational tone. Our ideal writing style is clear, engaging, and easy to read. Please write in fluent English with proper grammar and spelling (proofread your work; no text-speak or excessive jargon). Use short paragraphs (3-5 sentences) and consider using bullet points or numbered lists where appropriate to break up information. This improves readability, especially for complex topics. We encourage you to use subheadings (H2, H3, etc.) to organize your content into logical sections. A well-structured post with descriptive headings and concise sentences is more likely to keep readers engaged. (Tip: Writing in a style similar to popular marketing blogs – e.g., using simple sentences and plenty of white space – can make your content more approachable.)
Formatting Guidelines: In addition to using subheadings and bullet points, please format your article with an introduction that hooks the reader, a body that delivers on the title’s promise, and a conclusion or key takeaway section. Use bold or italics for emphasis sparingly. If you introduce an acronym or industry term, briefly explain it for those who may not know. Also, ensure your post flows logically from start to finish – ideas should progress in a way that’s easy to follow. Before submitting, read through your article to check that it has a clear structure and natural flow.
Research and Accuracy: We love well-researched articles. If you include data, statistics, quotes, or factual claims, please provide proper attribution and cite your sources. Link to the original source of any data or quote (and use reputable sources – e.g., no Wikipedia or questionable blogs for critical facts). Citing sources not only adds credibility but also helps readers dig deeper if they want. Make sure all information is accurate and up-to-date. Outdated SEO advice or obsolete digital marketing tactics won’t be helpful to readers, so double-check your references. We may ask you to update or remove any claims that aren’t supported by evidence.
Images and Media: Including relevant images, screenshots, or graphics can make your article more appealing and understandable. We encourage you to add at least one feature image (e.g., a header image) and any illustrative graphics (charts, screenshots, etc.) that support your content. All images must be high-quality and legally usable. If you include images, you must provide credit to the source (unless it’s your original graphic) and add descriptive alt text for accessibility. You can attach images in your submission email or include links to them in your draft. Ensure you have the rights to use any image you send. If you don’t have images, we might add our own or use stock images where appropriate.
Internal Links: Whenever it makes sense, try to include one or two links to relevant posts on The Business Goals website. For example, if you mention “content marketing strategy” and we have an existing article on that, you could link to it. Internal links help our readers discover more of our content and improve SEO. (Feel free to ask if you’d like suggestions on related posts to link to.) Similarly, if you reference a concept we’ve covered before, linking to it provides context. This isn’t mandatory, but it’s appreciated and shows you are familiar with our content. (Hint: It might help to browse our blog for topics related to your pitch.)
External Links and Credits: You are welcome to link to high-authority external resources that support your points (studies, research, insightful blog posts, etc.). However, avoid excessive linking. Every external link should be directly relevant and add value for the reader. Do NOT include any links to your own product/service or overly promotional sites in the body of the article. As noted, any such links will likely be removed. If you mention a specific tool or company, it should be in a neutral, educational context, not a promotion. All external quotes or data must be linked to their original source. We reserve the right to remove or nofollow any link we find not in line with our policies.
Author Bio: We allow our guest contributors a short author bio at the end of the post. Once your article is approved for publishing, we will ask for a bio of about 2-3 sentences. You can include 1 link in your bio (typically to your personal blog, company site, or social media profile) – this is your chance to get a backlink and let readers know where to find you. Please keep your bio factual and professional (e.g., “Jane Doe is an SEO consultant with 5+ years of experience…”). You may also send us a profile photo (optional but recommended) to display alongside your bio. Ensure your bio link is not an affiliate link and does not lead to any site or page that violates our content guidelines.
Tone and Voice: Our readership spans from budding entrepreneurs to seasoned marketing professionals. Write in a way that is inclusive and helpful. Avoid talking down to beginners, but also avoid explaining extremely basic concepts at length if they’re common knowledge among professionals. It’s a fine balance – aim to educate and inspire, whether the reader is new or experienced. When appropriate, include a real-world example, case study, or personal anecdote to illustrate your points. Readers love it when you share lessons learned from experience. Keep the tone encouraging and empowering – The Business Goals is about helping people achieve their business goals, after all!
Grammar and Editing: Please proofread your post carefully. Submissions with poor grammar or numerous spelling mistakes will not be accepted. We suggest running your draft through a tool like Grammarly or having a colleague review it before sending. While our editorial team will do a light edit for clarity or style, the article should be publication-ready when you submit it. We may make minor tweaks or formatting changes as needed, and in some cases, we might ask you to revise or expand certain sections. By submitting a post, you agree that our editors can make necessary changes to optimize the content (e.g., for SEO, clarity, or house style) before publishing.
Engagement: If your article is published, we encourage you to be responsive to comments. Engaging with our readers in the comments section (answering questions or thanking them for feedback) can greatly increase the impact of your post. It also helps build your credibility in the community. We expect guest authors to check in on their published article for at least a week after it goes live to respond to any reader comments or queries.
Exclusivity: Once your guest post is published on The Business Goals, we require that it remains exclusive to our site. You should not publish the same content elsewhere (e.g., on your own blog or LinkedIn) afterwards. However, you’re welcome to share the link to the article far and wide! If we discover duplicate content published subsequently, we may remove the post and not accept future submissions from you. The content you contribute becomes part of The Business Goals, and we appreciate the trust you place in us to showcase your work.
No Compensation: We do not offer monetary compensation for guest posts. The opportunity to be published on our platform is a mutually beneficial exchange – you get to reach our audience and earn a valuable backlink, and we get great content for our readers. Many contributors find that writing for us boosts their professional exposure and credibility. We promote guest posts across our social media and newsletter, so your work will be seen by a broad, targeted audience. In short, the benefits of writing for us include increased visibility, networking opportunities, and an enhanced portfolio – all for the price of your time and expertise.

By submitting a post to us, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to these guidelines (yes, all of them!). We know it’s a lot, but these points ensure a smooth process and a high-quality outcome that everyone can be proud of.

How to Submit Your Guest Post

Ready to write for us? We operate via a pitch process to make sure your topic is a good fit before you invest time in writing the full article. Here’s how to get started:

Brainstorm a Topic: Come up with a specific topic or a few potential titles that you believe will resonate with our audience. It’s a good idea to search our site first to ensure we haven’t already published something very similar (we avoid duplicate topics that have been covered before Aim for a fresh angle or an update on a popular subject. If you’re unsure, you can propose two or three ideas, and we can select the one that fits best.
Send Us Your Pitch: Email your guest post pitch to info@thebusinessgoals.com with the subject line: Guest Post Pitch: [Your Proposed Title]. In the email, please introduce yourself briefly. Tell us who you are, what you do, and why you’re interested in writing for The Business Goals. If you have previous writing experience, feel free to include 1-2 links to your best published articles (optional but helpful). You do not need to send a full draft right away; a few sentences about your proposed article idea or an outline is sufficient for the pitch. We typically respond to pitches within 3-5 business days to let you know if we’re interested.
Wait for Approval: Our editorial team will review your pitch to see if it aligns with our content needs and quality standards. We consider factors like relevance, originality of the idea, and usefulness to our readers. If your pitch is approved, we will reply with the go-ahead to write the full article (and possibly some guidance or suggestions to help you tailor it to our audience). If a pitch isn’t the right fit, we may either decline or offer feedback/alternate suggestions. Unfortunately, we cannot accept every pitch, but you’re welcome to try again with different ideas in the future.
Write Your Draft: Once your topic is approved, you can proceed to write the article following all the guidelines above. Please prepare it in a Google Doc (preferred) or Word document. Make sure to proofread and spell-check before sending. If you promised a certain angle or outline in your pitch, stick to that in the draft so that it matches what we approved. Ensure the content is original and not published elsewhere (we will check). If using Google Docs, enable commenting access so our editors can easily provide feedback.
Submit the Draft for Review: Email us your completed draft for review. If using Google Docs, share the link (ensure the permissions allow us to access it). If a Word document, attach it to the email. Also, attach any images separately (or link to them) as needed. In your email, confirm that the content is original and not published elsewhere, and let us know that you have followed the guidelines. It helps to include your proposed author bio at this stage as well, so we have it on hand. Our email for submissions is the same as above:
Editorial Review & Revisions: After receiving your draft, we will review it for compliance with our guidelines, overall quality, and usefulness. We may run it through a plagiarism check. If the article meets our standards largely, you will hear back with an acceptance and an expected publication date. Often, our editors will send back some revision notes or suggestions (e.g., clarify a section, add a source, fix tone) to ensure the piece is a perfect fit. Work on the requested edits and resubmit promptly. Timely communication helps speed up the publication process. If the draft needs substantial changes to meet our requirements, we might return it with feedback for revision. In rare cases, if the final draft deviates significantly from the approved pitch or has quality issues that can’t be fixed, we may decide not to publish it. Our goal is to collaborate with you to polish the article, so we’re usually happy to work with you on edits.
Publication: Once any revisions are completed and the article is approved, we will schedule it for publication on our blog. We’ll notify you when it goes live (typically within a week or two of final approval, depending on our queue). Once published, we encourage you to share the post on your social media and networks. We’ll do the same on our end! This mutual promotion helps your article reach a wider audience. Also, remember to check back on the article for the next few days to respond to any reader comments.

By following these steps, you’ll greatly increase the chances of your guest post being accepted and reaching our audience. We strive to make the process transparent and fair for all contributors. If you have questions at any stage, feel free to email us. We’re here to help you succeed in sharing your knowledge.

Our Review Process and Editorial Standards

All submissions undergo a thorough review by our editorial team to ensure they meet our standards for relevance, quality, and originality. Here’s what to expect:

Relevance: We check if the topic is a good fit for our blog and audience. It should align with the categories we cover (SEO, digital marketing, business growth, etc.) and provide information that our readers would find useful. We avoid overly generic topics or those unrelated to our niche (for example, we wouldn’t publish a fashion or travel article, as those are irrelevant to our readers).
Quality: We evaluate the depth of research, clarity of writing, and organization of the article. Posts should demonstrate comprehensive coverage of the topic (answering the what, why, and how) and include actionable insights. All claims should be accurate, and sources cited for any stats or quotes. We also ensure the writing is coherent and the ideas flow logically. If an article contains too many factual errors or lacks substance (e.g., only skims the surface without providing value), it will require revision or might be rejected.
Originality: We run plagiarism checks to confirm the content hasn’t been copied from elsewhere. We expect a unique perspective or fresh tips, not just a rewording of existing articles. Also, if we’ve recently covered the exact topic, we might not accept a duplicate entry unless it offers a significantly new angle. Make sure your submission stands out with original thoughts or examples. Even when covering a common subject, bring your own voice and experience to it – that’s what makes guest posts compelling.
Editorial Changes: Our editors may make minor edits to your post for brevity, clarity, grammar, or SEO (such as tweaking title or headings, adding internal links, etc.). We typically won’t alter the core message of your article. If more significant changes are needed, we will either ask you to make them or, with your permission, our team will make the edits. Rest assured, we strive to preserve your authorial voice. Before publishing, we will send you the final version for approval if there are extensive edits.
Timeline: We try to be prompt. Usually, we will let you know within a few days of your pitch or submission whether it’s accepted or needs changes. Once an article is finalized, it is queued for publishing. If you have a time-sensitive piece, let us know in advance, and we’ll see if we can accommodate. Otherwise, publishing usually occurs within 1-2 weeks after acceptance. We don’t guarantee an exact publication date (as scheduling may vary), but we will inform you when it’s live.

Throughout this process, we maintain open communication. Feel free to reach out if you’re unsure about anything or need an update on the status of your submission. We appreciate your patience as we review; giving every submission fair consideration is important to us.

Benefits of Writing for Us

Writing a guest post for The Business Goals, an affordable and low-cost seo services agency for small businesses, isn’t just about getting a backlink – it’s about joining a community and establishing yourself as a thought leader. Here are some benefits you can expect:

Reach a Targeted Audience: Our site attracts readers who are actively interested in SEO, digital marketing, and business entrepreneurship. When you contribute here, you put your ideas in front of a targeted, engaged audience that is likely to appreciate your insights. In particular, a large portion of our readership is U.S.-based professionals and business owners, giving you exposure to the American market. You’ll be reaching the right people – those who can benefit from and act on your expertise.
SEO Boost: As a contributor, you are allowed a do-follow link in your author bio (and possibly a contextual mention if it truly adds value). This can provide a small SEO advantage for your own site, as you gain a backlink from our established platform. Moreover, by writing on a relevant topic and getting your name out there, you may organically attract visitors to your site and improve your personal or business brand visibility in search engines.
Professional Exposure and Credibility: Being published on a reputable blog can enhance your authority in the field. You get to showcase your knowledge to peers and potential clients/employers. It’s a form of personal branding – your author bio and content will signal your expertise on topics like SEO or digital marketing. Many of our contributors have leveraged their guest posts as portfolio pieces to win new opportunities. In short, writing for us helps build your credibility and portfolio in the industry.
Networking Opportunities: Along with exposure comes engagement. Your article could spark conversations with readers in the comments or on social media. This is a chance to connect with like-minded professionals and even build relationships. Some guest authors have found collaborators and clients through the visibility their posts provided. Don’t underestimate the networking potential of a well-received article.
Sharpen Your Skills (Editorial Support): Our editorial team is here to help refine your work. If we suggest changes, it’s to make your piece even stronger. Many contributors find that feedback from editors helps them improve their writing skills – you’ll learn how to craft better headlines, structure an argument, or polish your style. Think of it as free editing advice that can benefit your future writing. Plus, by researching and writing on your topic, you deepen your own knowledge as well. It’s a win-win learning experience.
Join a Community: When you write for The Business Goals, you become part of our community of writers and readers. We often give shout-outs to our guest authors on social media. If your post performs exceptionally well, we might invite you for future contributions or feature you in other ways. We love building ongoing relationships with talented writers.

In summary, guest posting with us is an excellent way to build your brand, share your expertise, and contribute to the community. We value our contributors and aim to make it a mutually rewarding experience.

Start Your Guest Blogging Journey with Us

We’re excited that you’re interested in writing for The Business Goals. We are confident that with your knowledge in SEO, digital marketing, business, or entrepreneurship, you have something valuable to share with our audience. By following the guidelines and tips above, you can craft a piece that stands out and gets published on our platform.

Ready to contribute? Go ahead and send us your pitch at info@thebusinessgoals.com today. Our team is looking forward to reviewing your ideas and working with you. Become a part of our mission to empower business owners and marketers worldwide with insightful, actionable content.

Join us and make an impact – let’s achieve those business goals together!

To make it easier for like-minded contributors to find this opportunity, here are some common search phrases related to our guest posting program:

“Write for Us” + “SEO” – (e.g., writers searching for SEO guest post opportunities)
“Write for Us” + “Digital Marketing”
SEO Guest Post Submissions / Digital Marketing Guest Post
Submit Guest Post to Digital Marketing Blog
Marketing + “Write for Us”
Content Marketing “Write for Us”
Submit an article + Business / Marketing
Entrepreneurship Guest Post Opportunities

(If you found us through one of these searches, welcome – we encourage you to pitch your article idea as per the guidelines above!)