I can vividly remember when I started blogging, I knew
nothing about blogging. I used to think blogging is as simple as ABC. Then, all
I blogged for was to get money but, not knowing that there is much to blogging.
I have made several mistakes in the past which I wouldn’t
want pre-bloggers to make. Either you own a blog or you’re planning to own a
blog, it is necessary you read this.
A blog is a term derived from two words Web Log. It is a
user-generated website where entries are made in journal style. Blogs often
provide commentary, or news on a particular subject, such as food, politics,
sport, or local news; some function as more personal online dairies. A typical
blog combines text, images and links to other blogs, web pages and other media
related to its topic.
Blogs can be hosted by dedicated blog hosting services, or
they can be run using blog software on regular web hosting services.
The most popular blogging platform right now are WordPress
and Blogger.
I would recommend that you blog on blogger, because blogger
is absolutely free and provide reliable service. You can start your own blog
freely on blogger after which you can then pay for hosting and domain (if you
wish…
Reason NOT to blog
1. Money: when I
started bloging, I blogged all because of money. After some years I later on
realized that it is absolutely wrong of me to blog for money. I was fed up
because I couldn’t make any money. It is wrong to blog for money. If you do,
you won’t focus on writing great post, you would rather take it as a job which
is very wrong. It is not a doubt that you can make your full term living online
blogging, but that should be your aim, Blog because you have passion for it.
2. Traffic: some
people blog to get traffic to promote their
products and services. It is very wrong, you shouldn’t blog for traffic.
If you blog for traffic, you will only work more traffic not your content and
when the traffic comes, they would browse through your blog and go away. But
the most important thing is to change your visitors to your readers.
3. Fame: some people blog for fame. If you’re blogging
for fame, it is better you don’t waste your time coz it is absolute very wrong.
All these three things are what you can get from blogging,
if you’re passionate about blogging. You can earn full term income off your
blog, get good traffic and as well be popular.
Don’t blog for money, fame or traffic; rather blog because
you have passion for it.
Things you need to
know about blogging
1. Niche: some
people blog without even knowing what’s called “Niche”. It is important that
you choose a Niche before blogging. Look for something you have passion for and
then write about it. You can choose technology Niche just like me, health,
News, gist and so on.
2. Identify your Ideal
Reader: after you’ve found your Niche, it is also important that you know
people who are to be reading your posts (articles). For instance, I’m on
technology Niche, and I write about blog tips, wapka tricks, computer and
mobile phone secret info, computer and mobile phone tutorials and all that… my
ideal readers are pre-bloggers, youths and students. If you want to write about
the latest gist in campus or a particular course you offer in school, that’s
cool! Your ideal readers are students. Or you may even decide to write on
sport, that’s cool also! Your ideal readers are sport lovers. Tailor your writing to your Readers, you will definitely
find readers coming to your blog continuously.
3. Add value: when
writing for your blog always make sure that it add value to your readers’ live.
The sure way to get great quality to your site is by adding value.
4. Be honest: when
writing on your blog, make sure your articles are real and genuine rather than
posting fantasy articles.
5. Time: when
starting a blog, there is one thing you should know about blogging, Blogging
takes time. Just like building your own company, you keep developing the
company before it gains it strength. People like Jide Ogunsanga of Ogbongeblog
started just like everyone does but never quitted till he gained his stand on
Blogosphere. I have spent several hours at front of my computer learning about
blogging and as well developing my blog. It takes a lot of time.
6. When to update a
blog: it is not compulsory you update your blog every time, but you can
make it daily or weekly. Just like me, I update my blog at least four times a
week. You’ll determine when to update your blog.
7. Keep your post simple:
one of the easiest ways to make your readers keep coming is by keeping your
post simple. Write articles that are easy to comprehend.
6. Picture: when
writing for your blog, it is advisable to update your post with pictures for
quick understanding.
7. Video: if your
blog is a tutorial blog, it would be nice embedding your post with video for
quick understanding. People find it easier watching video than reading text.
Recommendation:
That’s all!
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