How to Make a Viral Infographic

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Assess your company/website's niche and what its followers are interested in.

   that is relevant to your niche. ,, If you aren't a gifted writer, or don't have time to write, consider hiring a copywriter. , If you are sourcing images, be sure you are legally allowed to use them for commercial purposes.
   
   If you don't want to hire a digital designer, this will require at least intermediate-level image-editing software and abilities to do on your own, or a template like these: http://www.puttinout.com/seo/templates-for-all-pt-2-5-free-infographics-templates/ ,, Title the image the infographic's actual title, and keyword the Alt tag.
   
   Then, be sure that the image is hyperlinked to its hosted page. ,,,, Flickr, Tumblr, Pinterest, StumbleUpon, Reddit , etc. , If not, distribute it manually to free infographic hosting websites (here's a list:http://www.paddymoogan.com/2012/01/14/list-of-infographic-sites-for-link-building/). ,, They might publish it in their blog or social media.
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   Step 2: Find a content angle that is interesting/shocking/fun/unique/etc.

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   Step 3: Come up with a catchy

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   Step 4: eye-grabbing title for it.

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   Step 5: Write out content for your infographic with real facts and quality sources

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   Step 6: making it follow along a "narrative" that pulls the reader from top to bottom and keeping in mind it will be supported by visuals.

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   Step 7: The visual part is vital

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   Step 8: but tricky.

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   Step 9: Host the image on your website as a standalone blog with supporting content that includes the title and a relevant keyword - just a couple paragraphs should do.

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    Step 10: Be sure to tag the image with relevant keywords.

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    Step 11: Include social sharing icons on the blog post.

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    Step 12: Share the image on all your social media outlets.

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    Step 13: Write (or hire someone to write) and distribute a press release about your new infographic.

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    Step 14: Host your image on your favorite image hosting/sharing websites and viral outlets: e.g.

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    Step 15: If you are willing to invest more money

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    Step 16: consider hiring an infographic distribution service.

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    Step 17: Be sure to include your website URL in the description of any hosting sites you post your infographic to.

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    Step 18: Bloggers Outreach : Find bloggers in your niche and share your infographics to them.

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