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Re: If You Intend To Blog Seriously

cmorantz — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 09:19:27 -0000

Thanks for this Chris. It was helpful, mostly reinforcing what I inherently already knew, which can be as powerful as telling someone something they did not know.

Re: If You Intend To Blog Seriously

David Hamilton — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 00:13:35 -0000

Ah...this is a great list, especially "don't just link to yourself, look at what that says about you (not flattering)." Guilty!

Other points that really hit home: looking at the improvement over just 10 posts, and if over the 30 posts we sound like broken records...even though the titles or topics are different.

Re: If You Intend To Blog Seriously

LindaAW — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 20:33:33 -0000

'I just see several posts where one has to wade through to try and decipher the salient points (often my own).'

Very funny, Mr Brogan!

Though I suspect my reading of what you have written, is not exactly what you intended....

But I take your point - henceforth it might be an idea for me to actually think about what I'm saying before I put 'pen to paper'.
I confess I'm a 'mouth in fast forward, brain in reverse' sort of person, which tends to lead to 'interesting' situations but may not be best practice when trying to promote in a professional manner. Having a check-list of the salient points in mind before starting to write (or speak!), helps provide structure to the post and less 'pain' for the people reading.
Thank you for the 'boot in the bum' on this one!

Kind regards,
L

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Contractors — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 14:35:25 -0000

I think that opinion based blogs are better than fact based blogs - easier and quicker to write and you don't have to provide any evidence.

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youtube downloader — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 09:22:35 -0000

There are lots of reasons to be blogging: capture your thoughts, share moments, build relationships, establish thought leadership, sell electric toothbrushes, whatever. None of them are especially wrong.

Re: If You Intend To Blog Seriously

Jeremy M. Day — Sat, 02 Oct 2010 11:55:10 -0000

Hi Chris,

This is a great reminder. The #1 thing I think we can do is not be an echo.

Cheers,
jeremy

Re: If You Intend To Blog Seriously

Kathy — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 17:04:19 -0000

No - I never saw or got a reply. It's a good lesson on staying connected I guess. If you can't reply to all questions, perhaps you should state that somewhere in your blog or profile:)

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Connecting Bloggers — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 10:16:40 -0000

Was there a reply to this question?

I'm starting to loose faith in Chris Brogan.

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Leadership Coach — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 14:33:55 -0000

I really like the idea of reviewing every 10 posts. It's like the feedback I request of my clients to check that we're on track to reach the client's objective. Review is the only way to know if you're making progress.

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tekmiss — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 12:14:28 -0000

I agree! One of my clients writes pet messages. Her blog is written in the voice of her pet Babe, and it's just adorable!

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tekmiss — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 12:08:54 -0000

Chris, is it as effective to have a blog build INTO a content management system as it is to use say, Blogger.com?

Re: If You Intend To Blog Seriously

Josh Auriemma — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 19:19:35 -0000

Yes, that's the one! Thanks a ton!

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chrisbrogan — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 18:37:59 -0000

Are you thinking of BackType.com ? That's a great service.

Re: If You Intend To Blog Seriously

Josh Auriemma — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 16:17:17 -0000

Chris, this is slightly off-topic, but I saw you mention a website that tracks your comments *SOMEWHERE* and I cannot for the life of me remember that url. Could you help me out?

Re: If You Intend To Blog Seriously

Michigan Construction — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 03:05:59 -0000

Nice post….Hey it’s a great reminder that we constantly need to review our work and not get lost in posting as much as possible. thanks a lot..

Re: If You Intend To Blog Seriously

James Shewmaker — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 10:33:11 -0000

This posting was featured in the left sidebar of Rainmakerwebsites.com.

Excerpt from posting:
" ...successful blogging usually requires that the authors personality can be seen in what is written,...sometimes an internet writer lets his hair down too much....How does an Internet writer show his audience his or her real self while also maintaining a degree of professionalism necessary to developing a good brand?"

Re: If You Intend To Blog Seriously

kallan — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:01:39 -0000

Kia ora Chris!

Some good points there. I'm new to blogging but I am also aware of most of the points you raise here. This is mainly due to some expert coaching by Michele Martin and Sue Waters and some blog reading I have been doing.

It is always good to be reminded of these important points and this is a proper time for me to be reminded of what seems to be a list of good points for bloggers.

I haven't really made up my mind whether I intend to blog seriously or not. I think I do.

Ka kite

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Supernetuser — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 13:59:46 -0000

I would argue that the Internet is unregulated, so defamation may not be a total issue if you keep referring to someone as a pronoun without using their name directly. I'm really tempted to start my own blog soon enough. At this point, I'm fed up with the way everything is going, somehow I need to find an outlet.

Re: If You Intend To Blog Seriously

Todd — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 07:28:09 -0000

Great post....it's a great reminder that we constantly need to review our work and not get lost in posting as much as possible.

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The Favicon is Essential for W — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 05:57:40 -0000

Great points, I know when I blog, my entire goal is to provide useful information, and I check myself with every post to make sure that I am inline with that goal. If I am tired or not in the mood, my posts reflect that and so they don't go live until they are up to par!
Thanks Chris,
JR

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Lisa — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 04:31:04 -0000

Great points, Chris. I especially like the suggestions of reviewing every 10 and 30 posts and am going to start doing that. Can't wait for the next post!

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mousewords — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 03:28:34 -0000

Great list, thank you! I'm taking a new look at my blogging, and I'm feeling excited--like webconomist said, these are fascinating times!

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Guest — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 01:13:15 -0000

Those are some great tips, Chris. Blogging, unlike print journalism, usually has no one holding you responsible for the quality of your work. Techniques to hold yourself responsible are important.

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Jen Knoedl — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 01:02:23 -0000

Wow, Chris... it's like you are writing this 100 posts just for me as I venture out into vlogging. I think most all of the same rules apply, so this will be a great reference for me.

I wish SOBcon08 (http://www.sobevent.com/) was quarterly so I could be in the same room with all of you again!

Thanks for the info, Buddy.

Re: If You Intend To Blog Seriously

Dawn Foster — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 23:27:25 -0000

It's also important for people to show their personality in blog posts. We aren't mindless automatons. We're people.

Too many bloggers try to write like journalists would write for a newspaper, but blogs can be less formal, fun and interesting when the unique personality of the blogger shows through.