Editorial Guidelines

Content Creation Standards

Everything you need to know to create exceptional content

Our comprehensive guidelines ensure quality, consistency, and value for our audience of tech leaders, VCs, and founders.

Accepted Content Categories

We accept high-quality, original content in these key areas

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

AI trends, ML implementations, tool reviews, industry analysis

Startup Ecosystem & Entrepreneurship

Founding stories, growth strategies, market analysis, venture insights

Venture Capital & Investing

Investment trends, market opportunities, due diligence, portfolio insights

Cybersecurity

Threat analysis, security tools, compliance, risk management

Consumer Tech & Product Reviews

Product launches, reviews, comparisons, user experience analysis

Enterprise Technology

B2B solutions, digital transformation, productivity tools

Tech Policy & Regulation

Legal developments, compliance, government initiatives

Web3, Crypto & Blockchain

DeFi, NFTs, blockchain applications, crypto market analysis

Tech Career & Professional Development

Career advice, skill development, industry insights

Innovation & Future Trends

Emerging technologies, predictions, disruptive innovations

Content Quality Standards

Our requirements for exceptional content that serves our audience

What We Want

Original, unique content with fresh perspectives
Data-driven insights with supporting evidence
Actionable takeaways for readers
Expert interviews and quotes
Clear structure with logical flow
Professional writing style
Properly cited sources and references
Value for our high-intent audience

What We Don't Accept

Plagiarized or duplicate content
AI-generated content without disclosure
Overly promotional or sales-focused content
Factually inaccurate information
Poor grammar, spelling, or structure
Content violating copyright laws
Misleading or clickbait headlines
Content from competing publications

Writing Standards

Technical requirements and style guidelines

Structure Requirements

Introduction (100-150 words): Hook readers with compelling opening
Body: Clear sections with descriptive subheadings
Subheadings: Every 200-300 words using H2, H3 hierarchy
Paragraphs: 2-4 sentences maximum
Lists: Use bullet points for easy scanning
Conclusion: Summarize key points and include CTA

Style Guidelines

Tone: Professional yet accessible
Voice: Active voice preferred
Person: Second person for engagement
Tense: Present tense when possible
Numbers: Spell out one through nine, use digits for 10+
Abbreviations: Spell out on first use

Word Count Guidelines

Basic Package700-800 words
Premium Package (Recommended)1,000-1,200 words
Featured Package1,200-1,500 words

SEO Requirements

Optimize your content for search engines and readers

Keyword Optimization

Include target keyword in title (50-60 characters)
Natural keyword integration (1-2% density)
Use LSI keywords and variations
Include keyword in first paragraph
Use keyword in at least one H2 subheading

Technical Elements

Descriptive image filenames and alt text
Internal linking opportunities (2-4 per article)
Proper heading hierarchy (H1, H2, H3, H4)
Meta description suggestions (150-160 characters)
Schema markup opportunities

Editorial Process

What happens after you submit your content

1. Initial Screening

Plagiarism check, topic relevance, author verification (24-48 hours)

2. Editorial Review

Grammar, style editing, fact-checking, SEO optimization (2-3 days)

3. Technical Review

Link functionality, image optimization, meta data creation (1 day)

4. Publication

Final approval, scheduling, promotion planning, author notification (1 day)

Total Timeline

Standard: 5-7 business days
Priority: 3-5 business days (Premium package)
Rush: 24-48 hours (+30% fee)

Backlink Guidelines

How we handle backlinks to ensure quality and compliance

Allowed Backlinks

Contextual links within content body
Relevant, high-quality destination pages
Natural anchor text variations
Links that add value for readers
Working, non-broken URLs

Prohibited Links

Links to malicious or harmful sites
Affiliate links without disclosure
Links to competing tech publications
Excessive exact-match anchor text
Link farms or low-quality directories

Link Placement Strategy

• Maximum 3 external links per 1,000 words
• Minimum 200 words between backlinks
• Links should appear naturally within content flow
• Avoid linking in first or last paragraph
• Use varied anchor text (branded, partial, generic)

Pre-Submission Checklist

Ensure your content meets all requirements before submitting

Content Quality

Original content, never published elsewhere
Proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Clear structure with logical flow
Meets minimum word count requirements
Includes actionable insights
All facts verified and sources cited

Technical Requirements

SEO-optimized title and headings
Target keywords naturally integrated
All links working and relevant
Images with descriptive alt text
Author bio completed (50-100 words)
Meta description suggested

Author Requirements

Eligibility criteria for contributing to The Tech Buzz

Preferred Qualifications

Industry expertise in tech, AI, startups, or investing
Professional writing experience
Active LinkedIn profile with professional network
Portfolio of published work or writing samples
Verifiable credentials and background

Commitment Expectations

Follow editorial guidelines consistently
Meet agreed-upon deadlines
Respond to editorial feedback promptly
Maintain professional communication
Participate in promotion of published content

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