Throughout 2012, I have scoured the web to compile an exhaustive list of articles and blog posts for small business people. Through reading hundreds websites and thousands of articles, I been able to put together what I believe are the best of the best. The articles I have chosen come from a variety of sources and cover a variety of topics. All of them contain information or insight that is timeless (“evergreen” content), so they will be applicable going into 2012 and beyond. So, without further ado, I give you the top 10o small business articles of 2012…
*Note: Articles are initially listed (for the most part) in the order that they were published. You can sort based on author, category, etc. Have fun and happy learning!
The Top 100 Small Business Articles from 2012
The best small business articles and blog posts published across the web in 2012.Superstar Small Business Bloggers
A rather large chunk of these articles (over half) were written by the same folks. I’ve followed literally hundreds of writers and have read thousands of articles throughout 2012. They’re in my top 100 as many times as they are, because they are simply that awesome. They come from a variety of professional backgrounds and have a diverse range of followers. I chose articles based solely on how well I thought they would benefit small business people. Below is a list of the folks who have more than one article featured in my top 100…
- Anthony Iannarino, @iannarino – 6 Articles
- Marcus Sheridan, @thesaleslion – 6 Articles
- Craig Jarrow, @tmninja - 5 Articles
- Angela Maiers, @angelamaiers – 4 Articles
- Dan Waldschmidt, @danwaldo - 4 Articles
- Margie Clayman, @margieclayman - 4 Articles
- Daniel Newman, @danielnewmanuv - 3 Articles
- Ken Mueller, @kmueller62 – 3 Articles
- Molly Cantrell-Kraig, @mckra1g – 3 Articles
- Robert Terson, @robertterson – 3 Articles
- Aaron Biebert, @biebert – 2 Articles
- Ali Luke, @aliventures – 2 Articles
- Becky Gaylord, @beckygaylord – 2 Articles
- Brian Vickery, @dbvickery – 2 Articles
- Charles Green, @charleshgreen – 2 Articles
- Chris Westfall, @westfallonline - 2 Articles
- David Brock, @davidabrock – 2 Articles
- Jeff Goins, @goinswriter – 2 Articles
- Michael Hyatt, @michaelhyatt – 2 Articles
- Rebel Brown, @rebelbrown - 2 Articles
Do you want to be successful? Follow these folks. Read what they write. Apply it to your life and your business. It’s as simple as that.
Super honored to be on this list along with some really amazing thinkers.
Awesome list Doug! Awesome accomplishment on your part to bring these to your readers! It's an honor to be included with other great thought leaders. I'm both flattered and appreciative of you following my stuff and bringing it to your readers. Thanks so much for the great work Doug!
@davidabrock Thanks, Dave! I love your stuff. It's honest and to-the-point. Keep it coming!
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Coming from a reader like myself, I am still astounded at how much you read, Doug. In addition to this exhaustive list of blog articles (and thanks for including me), I know you've read shelves of business books in 2012, too!
Thanks for engaging and sharing in 2012, Doug. I've enjoyed many of the above posts firsthand, so I trust your judgment on all of the selections!
@dbvickery Thanks, Brian. I would like to say that all my reading is intentional and strategic--that I'm dead-set and determined on personal and professional development. But the honest truth is that I'm simply addicted to learning. I can't stop. I'm chronically curious. Can't wait to see what 2013 has to offer in the blogopshere!
Latest blog post: Laura Meck - 2013-01-02 13:14:09
This is an incredible amount of work (I know from what I'm talking!) Thank you VERY much for including me, Doug. Happy New Year!!
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@margieclayman Thanks, Margie! Next year, I'm going to try to do what you did and make a few comments on each link. Your top 100 post was amazing! http://www.margieclayman.com/my-100-favorite-posts-of-2012
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Thanks so much Doug! I am truly honored to be on this list!
I have to mention that the first blog post I ever read more than 5 times was one of yours Doug. And it was also the blog post that turned me on to 12 Most. It was "The 12 Most Annoying Behaviors of Sales People" which can be found here--> http://12most.com/2011/08/01/12-annoying-behaviors-sales-people/ If there was ever a truly timeless blog post, this is it!
Thanks again Doug for this list and for every blog post you've ever written and will write in the future - you are a true gem!
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@MorberMarketing Thanks, Jeannine! That means a lot to me. That was one of the first "12 Most" posts I wrote, and it's still one of my favorites. With the speed of publishing on the web today and the amount of quality content being pumped out, it's rare that anyone ever goes back to any one single blog post. I'm honored to have written something that you've not only read, but RE-read. Thank you so much for the encouragement!
Latest blog post: Laura Meck - 2013-01-02 13:14:09
Wow, Doug! Very honored to be included here. And, as @PegFitzpatrick said, had you not compiled the list (and been so humble) your name would be here several times. Your work for @12Most is legendary! I highly suggest anyone interested in your work saunter over to to www.12most.com and search for your name. Many, many worthy posts. Thanks, again!
@BeckyGaylord @PegFitzpatrick @12Most Thanks Becky and Peggy. You're both awesome and encouraging. I'm being more honest when I am humble when I say that anything I've ever written has been the product of what I've learned from the people on the above list, among many others. The quality of my writing will always reflect the quality of my reading. I'm just blessed to exposed to such a wealth of knowledge in the online world. Looking forward to 2013!
Wow thanks Doug! I am honored to have been so noted. Thanks so much for including my work. It's humbling to share space with the other writers/bloggers. I hope you have a wonderful 2013! :)
Wow! What an amazing list and fantastic presentation!
Thank you so much for including one of my articles in your list and for including so many 12 Most articles. If you weren't writing this post, many of your articles would be included since you've contributed so much great content this year. One of my personal favorites is 12 Most Magical Leadership Lessons from Disney Animated Movies. Happy writing in 2013!
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@PegFitzpatrick Thanks, Peggy!
AWESOME! Thanks for this fab list! Will share!