Writing compelling and valuable content, whether for your own virtual assistant business or for a client, involves a number of steps. Utilizing writing tools that are readily available can make the process easier and simpler. From researching blog topics to editing social content, the following free tools will make a huge difference in both the quality and simplicity of the entire writing process.
Evernote
Evernote is a note-taking app that allows you to organize various pieces of content you find across the web. You can clip articles, take notes, organize lists, and save ideas that you find when researching or reading online. There’s a desktop app, as well as a mobile app, so you can use Evernote whether you’re on a computer or a mobile device.
Google Docs
Google Docs is an amazing free online platform that works much like Microsoft Word. Anyone can write, format, edit, and save content right in Google Docs, making it available anywhere you have an Internet connection. It can also be shared to others easily, for editing or commenting purposes.
Thesaurus
Do you tend to use the same words over and over while writing? An online thesaurus is a valuable addition to anyone’s content writing tool box. Enter any word in the search box and a full list of alternative words and phrases will appear.
Grammarly
Grammarly is an online tool that checks digital content for spelling, grammar, and plagiarism. The free version identifies most typical spelling and grammar errors. It reviews any writing you add online, including emails, social media posts, and blog posts.
Scoopit
Are you looking for industry-related articles to post on your social media account? Scoopit, a free content curation service, allows you to search for articles in your specific business or industry. Begin your search by entering a few keywords and a thorough list of recent articles will appear. The free version allows you to “scoop” 50 articles per month.
Yoast SEO WordPress Plugin
For WordPress websites, the Yoast SEO plugin helps to optimize all website content, including blog posts, for your intended audience. Optimize areas of each blog post easily and simply with this plugin, such as title, format, keywords, meta description, permalinks, and more.
Free & Affordable Resources
At VA Biz Lady, we offer several free and affordable resources for those who need support or wish to grow their online business. From free business forms and new client welcome packets to social media graphics, we have what you need to save time and money while working your business.