Grow With Nabeela | Marketing & Mindset Blog

 Are you talented but still not getting hired on LinkedIn? 👉 The reason isn’t your skills—it’s these silent mistakes that stop recruiters from noticing you. And I know this because I made the same mistakes when I started. 🌱 My LinkedIn Journey When I created my LinkedIn profile, I had no idea where to start. 🔹 My first 10 attempts at making a banner failed. Finally, I designed one myself and realized: ✨ Your banner is your first impression of quality. 🔹 Then I changed my profile picture—because if it’s not professional & attractive, people scroll past. 🔹 Slowly, I noticed something else: only the first line of a comment is visible. If it’s not clear, problem-solving, and short, people ignore it. 🔹 Later, I realized my About section was dry and boring. That’s when I learned to write it with SEO + storytelling, so it reflected my real journey. 🔹 Then came the Featured section—a game changer. By adding my website link, contact, and my best-performing posts, I started attrac...

 Blogger vs WordPress – Which is Better for Beginners in 2025? Starting a blog in 2025 has become easier than ever, but choosing the right platform is still the most important decision for beginners. Two of the most popular platforms are Blogger (owned by Google) and WordPress (an open-source CMS). Both have millions of users worldwide, but they serve very different needs. Since I recently created a small blogging series on Blogger, I decided to end it with a detailed comparison: Blogger vs WordPress – which one should beginners choose in 2025? Let’s dive in! 1. Ease of Use Blogger Blogger is extremely beginner-friendly. You just need a Google account, and within minutes, your blog is live. The interface is simple and doesn’t require technical knowledge. Beginners can easily publish posts, add images, and start writing without worrying about coding or hosting. WordPress WordPress (specifically WordPress.org) requires a domain name and hosting setup, which might be a little intimida...

 How to Write SEO-Friendly Blog Posts That Rank on Google: My Personal Blogging Journey When I first started blogging on www.nabeelairfan.com, I had no idea how much I would learn along the way. Writing valuable content was exciting, but my posts didn’t reach the audience I hoped for. That’s when I realized that blogging is both an art and a science — and SEO is the key to getting noticed on Google. In this post, I’ll share my personal journey as a blogger, lessons I learned, and actionable tips to write SEO-friendly blog posts that rank on Google. Starting From Scratch My first posts were full of enthusiasm but lacked structure and SEO. I didn’t research keywords, use proper headings, or optimize meta descriptions. Despite writing useful content, my posts barely attracted readers. This taught me one thing: high-quality content alone isn’t enough. If you want your blog to grow and rank on Google, you need SEO. Step 1: Start With Keyword Research Keyword research is the foundation o...

  By Nabeela Irfan – 10 Blogging Mistakes I Made as a Beginner (and What I Learned) When I first started my blogging journey on Blogger, I was super excited but also made many mistakes that slowed my growth. Here are 10 mistakes I personally made, so you don’t have to repeat them: 1. Choosing Random Topics Instead of My Passion In the beginning, I posted whatever came to my mind – from daily thoughts to tips. This confused my readers and my blog didn’t grow. I realized picking a clear focus/niche was essential. 2. Neglecting Backlinks I didn’t know the importance of backlinks at first. Once I started linking my posts to relevant blogs and getting other sites to link to mine, traffic and credibility improved drastically. (Example: My Blogger Post on SEO Tips) 3. Ignoring My Own Voice I tried to imitate popular bloggers instead of sharing my own experiences. Readers connect with authentic stories, not copied content. 4. Posting Without a Schedule Initially, I posted whenever I felt l...

 The Smart Way to Send Cold Emails on LinkedIn When I first started freelancing, I believed sending more messages meant getting more clients. So, I sent dozens of cold emails every week. They all looked the same: “Hi, I provide XYZ services. Let me know if you need.” Guess what happened? Silence. Zero replies. Zero results. It was frustrating because I had the skills, but nobody was responding. I started questioning myself: “Maybe clients just don’t read messages? Or maybe I’m not good enough?” But last month, I decided to test a new approach. Instead of treating cold emails like a sales pitch, I treated them like a conversation starter. Here’s the strategy that changed everything for me: 1. Follow the client’s journey – I started engaging with their posts, understanding what they care about. 2. Add genuine comments – Not just “great post” but thoughts that showed I understood their perspective. 3. Send a personal connection request – A short note that made it clear why I wanted to...

LinkedIn AI Job Search – A New Path for Your Career By Nirfan In today’s digital era, job search is no longer limited to just sending out CVs. LinkedIn has launched a powerful new feature – AI Job Search – that makes finding career opportunities smarter and easier than ever before. What is LinkedIn AI Job Search? LinkedIn’s new AI-powered job search tool understands your skills, experience, and career goals to give you personalized job recommendations. Now you don’t have to scroll through thousands of job posts — AI shows you only the ones that fit you best. Benefits Smart Job Suggestions – AI recommends jobs based on your profile and activity. Time Saving – Reduces the need for endless manual filters. Better Matches – Highlights only the jobs relevant to your career growth. Personalized Guidance – Provides CV and profile improvement tips while applying. How to Use It 1. Update your LinkedIn profile (skills, headline, summary, experience). 2. Go to the Jobs section and look for the AI ...

  The Overnight Success Myth: My Reality The #1 Reason Most Marketers Fail — And How One Mindset Shift Changes Everything People often ask me questions like: “Why haven’t you achieved big success yet?” “Even after working so hard?” “Maybe you should try something else?” And honestly, sometimes these questions sting. But what many people don’t see is the effort happening quietly behind the scenes — the kind of effort that doesn’t show up in quick results or flashy achievements. What They Don’t See I’ve invested countless hours in learning and growing on LinkedIn. It hasn’t just been about scrolling or liking posts — it’s been about studying how people grow, how value is created, and how meaningful connections are built. I’ve worked consistently to improve my mindset and sharpen my skills. Because success is not just about what you know — it’s about how you think, how you adapt, and how you keep yourself motivated when results aren’t immediate. I’ve started my own blog to share my vo...

  🚀 Stop Asking for Permission — Start Building Your Life 🚀 For years, I kept waiting for a “Yes.” From my family. From my friends. From the corporate system. Every time, the answer was the same: ❌ “Too risky.” ❌ “Be realistic.” ❌ “What about security?” The Turning Point One day, I realized something powerful: > Nobody is going to give you permission to change your life. People are not protecting you. They’re protecting their worldview. Because your freedom questions their choices. Your success challenges their lifestyle. Your happiness threatens their excuses. What Changed for Me I stopped asking. I started building. And now, the same people who once said “No” are asking me for advice. Funny how that works, right? The life you want is waiting for you — but it requires disappointing some people. Starting with the version of YOU that needs approval. ✅ Build first. ✅ Don’t apologize for trying. 📌 What’s one thing you’ve been waiting for permission to do — and what would happen ...