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Opinion: How about joining the blogosphere?
Today we live in a society that is obsessed with technology. It’s gotten to the stage where people seem to prefer this form of communication. Think about it; how many people have you spoken to (face to face) in the last hour?
The Internet is a hub of communication and we would be lost without it. One particular Internet phenomenon that has taken over is blogging. A blog can be used for many different things, such as promoting an event/organisation and providing commentary on news/certain topics. The most popular use for a blog though is personal. People use it like a diary; except that it's on the Internet for millions of people to see - no biggie.
Blogs enable individuals to connect with people all over the world and they provide a stage for everyone to let their voices be heard. They can be filled with writing, pictures, videos and other widgets which connect the blog to other media.
Does the idea of blogging appeal to you? If it does, then here's some great news (It‘s hardly breaking news, but anyway); anyone can blog! The only thing you need is passion for what you are talking about; whether it's the weather or right-wing politics. Blogging is a great way of getting things off your chest and it is also a great way to develop your own style of writing.
Blogs are easy to set up and there are some great blog sites on the internet. Sites such as blogspot.com and wordpress.com can help you get started. They offer help guides and it is completely free to set up a blog on these sites.
Blogging Tips:
- Don’t be embarrassed about the topic of your blog post. Even if you think it’s stupid, there will be readers who love it!
- Don’t blog with the sole intention of getting thousands of views straight off the bat. It’s not as easy as it seems.
- Blog because you enjoy it!
- Browse through other blogs and comment on their content. It’s a way of promoting you and your blog.
- Promote your blog using friends and family. You’ll be surprised by the amount of praise you get!
- Don’t force yourself to write a post for your blog. Blog when you feel like it or if you get some crazy inspiration! You can’t rush perfection.
- Don’t be disheartened if after six months of blogging you haven’t clocked up many views or followers. (I’ve been blogging since September and I have five followers). So stick with it!
- Blog about whatever you want. It’s your blog, so it’s your choice.
So maybe you should log on to the web and see what the fuss is about. You can read through some blogs and see if you like the whole idea. The blogosphere is a world where you can be yourself and express yourself.
So maybe I’ll see you and your blog around the Internet sometime. I’ll look forward to it.
By: shinners
