I have been writing this post for months now which is ironic as I believe strongly blogging. During that time I complied a long list of benefits to blogging, but with them being so many I wanted to break down blogging to its core concept/idea. Finally I have stripped it down it its most basic terms, here it goes….
First let’s figure out …What makes a successful blog?
The key to a successful blog is clear, consistent and most of all effective communication.
that sounds like I am your relationship counselor right????
Well let me make you aware that the core concept/idea behind a blog is a relationship.
Clear consistent and effective communication = regular updates and writing posts that connect with your readers and subscribers.
When starting a blog know that you are essentially committing to growing a new relationship. Its about that ‘love and attention‘. Just like Pressure Bus Pipe popular reggae track.
Don’t worry I aint going to seranade you, call Headline Entertainment to book Mr Bus Pipe yaself!)
Alrite let’s get back on track, So now we know
The key to building a successful blog is making a commitment to nuture this relationship.
So why blog?
Well why start a new relationship?
Ah, now you thinking…
Who do you want to start this relationship with?
Why do you want to start a new business relationship?
What starting a relationship with other people who share a particular passion?
Is there something you want to share with a particular type of person?
Other professionals in your field?
Maybe with friends?
With fans?
Many, many reasons for taking time to build relationships and many more different types of people to get into a relationship with!
But Mr Corey Graham 2.0 Sir what do I blog about?
Please don’t call me Sir! Grrr I hate that!
Now this is a very interesting question! I believe that many times we overlook writing about the things we are good at. The things we are already doing.
Many times people go searching for things to write about searching for the ‘what is hot’.
Don’t go looking in your neighbor’s garden before you have looked in your own!
So now you know, why start a blog, What are the direct benefits to blogging you think?
There are much more tips and ideas on blogging coming -STAY TUNED for more!
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