Been thinking about starting a blog, but not sure you have what it takes to keep it going? Here are a few things to consider.
Are you into MicroBlogging?
if you are on Facebook (http://facebook NULL.com/) or Twitter (http://twitter NULL.com/) and update your status frequently throughout the day, you probably could succeed at blogging.
If you are not on a social network (http://en NULL.wikipedia NULL.org/wiki/Social_network), register with one now. Spend at least six months updating your status a few times a day and see if there is any meat to your updates. If they are nothing but fluff, you might want to stick to the social network. On the other hand, if they are good updates and even start conversations, could be you are on to something; go ahead and give blogging a shot.
Do you like to write?
Most successful bloggers are the ones that post two to three times a week, if not every day. The average blog post is around 200 to 300 words and gets to the point quickly. Still, a lot of work goes into writing a blog and enjoying the art of writing helps.
What type of blogger are you?
Hodgepodge blogs, like this one, make finding an audience difficult, but they can be fun. You can write about whatever you want without running out of material to blog about.
Niche blogs are only good if you can continue to provide fresh content, yet they do tend to have a built-in audience once you tap into those who are interested in the subject.
Either way, remember that content is king and popularity is a slow and arduous process.
Straight or Funny?
A lot of bloggers start out with the goal of sharing information on a given topic but discover that their humor posts get more attention. If you can pull it off, go for the humor style. These blogs are fun and can can even help you get those silly stories out of your head.
Not everyone can pull humor off, so don’t worry if your funny bone seems to be broken. The Blogosphere needs its share of serious blogs, too.
Go with what floats your boat; you have to enjoy your blog before anyone else can enjoy it.
Can you devote at least four hours a week reading other blogs?
Honestly, reading other blogs and commenting on their posts is the best way to get ideas. You also get to see how others come up with topics and keep their blogs going. Becoming a blogger is more about becoming a part of a community rather then just sitting in front of your computer and soapboxing.
Commitment
I know, I said the “C” word. But hammering out a post every few months does not make for a very good blog; although some can pull it off. And remember, blogging does take time from other things. Bear in mind, if blogging will affect your life in a negative way, maybe you should put it off for awhile. The last thing you want is your spouse or family to say you spend more time on your blog than you do with them. Blogging should be something done as a hobby and not as a lifestyle.
If you still think you have the stuff to be a blogger, good luck and happy blogging. Be sure to drop me comment and tell me about your blog and I’ll stop by and give it a read. Always looking for interesting blogs to add to my reading collection.
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Been thinking about starting a blog, but not sure you have what it takes to keep it going? Here are a few things to consider.
if you are on Facebook (http://facebook NULL.com/) or Twitter (http://twitter NULL.com/) and update your status frequently throughout the day, you probably could succeed at blogging.
If you are not on a social network (http://en NULL.wikipedia NULL.org/wiki/Social_network), register with one now. Spend at least six months updating your status a few times a day and see if there is any meat to your updates. If they are nothing but fluff, you might want to stick to the social network. On the other hand, if they are good updates and even start conversations, could be you are on to something; go ahead and give blogging a shot.
Most successful bloggers are the ones that post two to three times a week, if not every day. The average blog post is around 200 to 300 words and gets to the point quickly. Still, a lot of work goes into writing a blog and enjoying the art of writing helps.
Hodgepodge blogs, like this one, make finding an audience difficult, but they can be fun. You can write about whatever you want without running out of material to blog about.
Niche blogs are only good if you can continue to provide fresh content, yet they do tend to have a built-in audience once you tap into those who are interested in the subject.
Either way, remember that content is king and popularity is a slow and arduous process.
A lot of bloggers start out with the goal of sharing information on a given topic but discover that their humor posts get more attention. If you can pull it off, go for the humor style. These blogs are fun and can can even help you get those silly stories out of your head.
Not everyone can pull humor off, so don’t worry if your funny bone seems to be broken. The Blogosphere needs its share of serious blogs, too.
Go with what floats your boat; you have to enjoy your blog before anyone else can enjoy it.
Honestly, reading other blogs and commenting on their posts is the best way to get ideas. You also get to see how others come up with topics and keep their blogs going. Becoming a blogger is more about becoming a part of a community rather then just sitting in front of your computer and soapboxing.
I know, I said the “C” word. But hammering out a post every few months does not make for a very good blog; although some can pull it off. And remember, blogging does take time from other things. Bear in mind, if blogging will affect your life in a negative way, maybe you should put it off for awhile. The last thing you want is your spouse or family to say you spend more time on your blog than you do with them. Blogging should be something done as a hobby and not as a lifestyle.
If you still think you have the stuff to be a blogger, good luck and happy blogging. Be sure to drop me comment and tell me about your blog and I’ll stop by and give it a read. Always looking for interesting blogs to add to my reading collection.
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