Quentin Tarantino is my favorite film director, screenwriter and producer.
His movies are characterized by strange storylines, with a magnification of violence.
I am a big fan of titles like Reservoir Dogs, Pulp Fiction, Kill Bill and Jackie Brown.
So, since Quentin is not a blogger, what can we learn from him?
There are few lessons we can take from his movies.
Let’s take a look.
1. Divide a Story into Episodes
Especially when the story starring a blond pissed off and armed with a sword. 😉
Kill Bill is divided into two episodes, and could not be otherwise because it is a story to tell with great attention to details.
Details that catch the attention of the people, but they need the right timing.
Online writing should be streamlined and simple, but this does not mean that you can’t devote your efforts to larger projects.
Be sure to share your larger articles via episodes, may be with weekly appointments.
2. Put Your Face in Your Blog
It is not difficult to trace the presence of Quentin Tarantino in his movies.
Some are obvious (in the film Reservoir Dogs he is one of the robbers), in others more veiled (in Jackie Brown he give his voice on the answering machine), but Tarantino is one who likes to put the face in his work.
Do it on your blog and while you write your content.
Share personal stories and talk about your experience.
Also, be sure to show your personality in the content you write.
Don’t forget to propertly set up your “About” page ( a picture is a Must! ).
3. Use Internal Links
Did you know that there is a Pulp Trilogy?
It begins with Reservoir Dogs, continue with True Romance and closes with Pulp Fiction, all topped off with a series of references that connect the episodes of the saga as a web.
Try to imagine all the posts in your blog as a small part of a larger story.
In this way, you can help your readers discover it with internal links.
Plus, it’s good for SEO!
Tip : use “Broken Links Checker” plugin to discover broken links within your blog and archive.
4. Stand on the Shoulders of Giants
Quentin Tarantino takes inspiration from many directors, producers and movies (spaghetti western, for example).
His films include a multitude of references to many different genres – from horror to westerns – but it is not a mystery.
In fact Tarantino has always admitted his passion for references.
For this reason, you do not have to be afraid to take inspiration from popular bloggers in your niche : stand on the shoulders of giants and reach higher goals!
Do not say steal, but get ideas and, above all, quote.
If you quote and gives credits, you will never be wrong.
5. Do Not Forget to Dare
Quentin Tarantino is great because he never stopped to dare, to be special, to be unique.
Think about Pulp Fiction, or the world success of Kill Bill.
What can you learn from him?
Be original!
Be Yourself!
Show your personality!
And do not be afraid to dare or to follow your intuition.
Sometimes you can make mistakes, but you will always learn from them.
If you have some crazy ideas, you can give a shot and see what happens. You will never know if your project will be the next revolution of the web!
With time you will be able to reach huge goals.
Conclusion
Hope you enjoyed these points taken from Quentin Tarantino.
I love his movies, there is always something to learn.
So it should be your blog.
Your readers should have always something to remember from your content (not your ads!).
Are you a fan of Quentin Tarantino?
What do you think?
Can you add some more points?
Please let me have your views in the comments below, thanks!
Hello Erik,
Once again straight forward content from you. I liked where you said about writing strange content. Can you give some ideas what can be strange in blogging?
I have an about us page on my blog with my photo already 🙂
Internal links are must do thing because it increases reading experience as well as good for SEO as you said in the post.
Enjoy your week ahead.
Thank you for making things even clearer. I got the point. 🙂
I would love to give a try 🙂
Hi Erik,
That was an interesting post and I am glad you shared it with the Aha!NOW Community 🙂
I’ve just about heard of Quentin Tarantino, but not seen any of his movies. In fact, I hardly get the time to see movies because of the workload, and when I do, I’d rather go out with my family and see what they all see, just for the fun of it and being together.
Nevertheless, you are so right about all your tips you mentioned here in comparison. Putting yourself and YOUR face on the blog, especially the about page is so essential, that’s how people can really relate to you. Yes indeed, no harm learning from other authority bloggers, or just about anyone for that matter, provided you eventually do what works best for you. Oh yes….you need to dare, be different, and that’s what makes you stand apart from the others, isn’t it?
Thanks for sharing. Have a nice week ahead 🙂
Thank you for your kind words Erik, and yes, ALL the Ahaians are genuine, which makes the ABC a community of real people. 🙂
I know there’s a lot more to be done and we are working daily at it, trying to make the relevant tweaks. 🙂
I have heard of him, but just the name, never seen any of his movies. Lol…ignorance is bliss I guess! Yes, time is always an issue with me, and that little break I take over the weekend, for a few hours if I can manage a little get-away time, to relax.
Thanks once again 🙂
Hello Erik,
Thanks for introducing Quentin Tarantino here. Some amazing tips you have shared here.
I haven’t tried with post in divided episodes and strange posts. I will look forward to start with these soon at my blog.
Posting your face at about us page is really a good impact to your blog. People could know that to whom they are reading and interacting. Internal linking are also helpful to engage your readers more. So, we must use all these tips to make success in blogging.
Thanks for sharing this useful blogging tips with us.
Have a great day!
Aha another nice article from you 😀
Hey Erik,
Thanks for awesome post. You describe each and every point very clearly.
Thanks for sharing.
Hi, I love this blog post. Some very important tips here about storytelling. I love your tips about the About Page. I did a trianing on this recently on how to craft a compelling about page- and images and videos are important element.
Jolyn
Hi Erik
Thanks for sharing these lovely tips and for daring us to be different and to think outside of the box. It’s important to show originality as well and to let our individuality shine through. Although I have never heard of or watched the movies of Quentin Tarantino, these are things as is evidenced in this post that we can learn from him.
I agree that we must have our face in the blog especially in the about page.because that is how people can relate to us when they can put a face to the blog. Many who are successful today have stood on the shoulders of other authority figures and personality. It’s a great strategy to adopt..
Thanks for sharing and do enjoy the rest of the week.
Hi Erik
I am most certainly impressed with this post.
I think I remember Quentin Tarantino but I never knew he was a producer. I love the way you tie making a movie with creating awesome. content. Some of tips you state are great and will help bloggers create awesome contents. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Erik
I have watched several movies of Quentin Tarantino but never thought his prowess can be linked this way. It is really great info you put in quite simple terms and well achieved the goals of your post here. I appreciate your way of putting things in a unique way every time.
Doing something different is the most salable idea in every creative field and obviously blogging is no exception to this rule. If one tries something different or reproduced the already published stuff with a new angle it gets huge response.
Thanks for sharing a very informative post written in a very lighter tone.
HI Erik ,
First This is a Really Superb DUperb Great Article Good Work Helpful Post , Thanks For Sharing me and Wonderful Informartion , keep it up ,
Regard
Jassica
Hello Erik,
You’ve seen Quentin Tarantino’s work in another aspect, thats great. I’m not too familiar with Quentin Tarantino but from this article I think he’s a great producer, he’s Idea’s are cool, and one could simply extract some of his techniques to impliment on their blogs.
You too are great, you’ve just help unvailed Quentin Tarantino techniques in a blogging form.
Thanks for sharing.
Hey Erik,
I love Tarantino’s films. And a great bridge here to cross it or compare it with blogging.
I like what you said about standing on the shoulders of Giants. I’m starting to do that more and more, but I don’t want to overdo it …. but you’re right. Linking and quoting them is basically like paying homage to them and their wisdom.
Putting your face in your blog is also a great tip. I’ve seen so many successful bloggers/marketers succeed based on the fact that they shared personal stories and what have you. I remember when I started out, I didn’t share any type of story. And I struggled. But that’s a great tip that should be done.
Great post here, Erik.
Have a great rest of the week.
– Andrew
Hi there, amazing post although don’t see any connection with Quentin Tarantino. Wanted to ask you about section where you mention internal links. I am reading about them everywhere, but truly don’t understand how internal links are connected with SEO. Just don’t get it. Sure I am doing it – since everybody is doing it 🙂 – but how exactly is this a plus for SEO (ps. I have been blogging for three years on slovenian small market). Woudl be gratefull for any answer.
Another one is pop up. I use them (seriously) but just avoid having them popping up immediately. Do it with a slight delay and that should work just fine.
I think I remember Quentin Tarantino but I never knew he was a producer. I love the way you tie making a movie with creating awesome. content. Some of tips you state are great and will help bloggers create awesome contents. Thanks for sharing.
Doing something different is the most salable idea in every creative field and obviously blogging is no exception to this rule. If one tries something different or reproduced the already published stuff with a new angle it gets huge response.