Blogs have long moved beyond internet hobbyists into an essential asset for brands. 

But once you've set up your blog and established a regular posting cycle, how do you go about getting eyeballs?

Below are three handy tools to help grow your blog traffic.

1. Google Analytics

Probably the most comprehensive and powerful analytics tool out there. It can also be a bit bewildering.

Yet Google Analytics has recently overhauled with more user-friendly features including custom reports and mobile metrics, giving a clearer picture into which content is working with your readers.

2. PLiXS

Your posts have a much better chance of being picked up if they're sporting a pretty picture or two.

Helping beautify your blog is PLiXS, an image library with links to thousands of free, high-quality images across categories including Business, Fashion, and Food.

3. Trello

We're big fans of Trello here at SMK. Trello is essentially an organisational tool for any project, including blog management. 

Trello can help organise your blogging activity into boards and cards that cover everything from publishing schedules to analytics and social activity.