Apr
24
Last week, I looked at six reasons why it might be time to give up on your blog. If you’d prefer to keep on blogging instead, then this post is for you. There are several reasons why I maintain the blogs that I still have. Here are a few to be going on with.
1. Love Of The Topic
I could talk and write about writing all day. That’s the main reason why I keep blogging on Get Paid To Write Online. That is my main blog, and my pride and joy. I love finding new approaches to the topic and taking inspiration from other bloggers in this area. If you are writing about something that truly excites your passion, then keep on blogging, and people will flock to your blog.
2. Helping Others
Sometimes people need a little guidance as they navigate the blogosphere. Many successful blogs are based on providing the information that people need to do whatever it is they need to do. Problogger helps those who want to blog professionally. Anywired caters for those who work at home. My blog addresses writers who are looking to start or manage their writing careers.
3. Having A Community
Go to any successful blogging site and you will notice a sense of community. You often see regular readers and commenters who have got to know each other through comments and by visiting each others’ blogs. Look at the top commenters on this blog and you will see what I mean. As you meet other bloggers, not only do you build a community on your own blog, but you become part of the blog communities on other blogs. Not only is it fun, but it enriches your blogging life. I’ve got a bunch of regular readers on my blog and I value their comments, opinions and, in some cases, friendship.
4. Earning Potential
Money may not be the main reason you started your blog, but wouldn’t it be nice if it brought in some pocket change? That’s how I felt about Get Paid To Write Online, so when it started bringing in a bit of dosh, that gave me even more reason to keep it going.
5. Self Promotion
Blogs are a great way to let people get to know you and your work. Everything you do appears in the search engines, so even if you’re not thinking of your blog as creating an image, maybe it’s time to start. Use your blog not just for social purposes but for business purposes. People like to feel a connection with real people, so be real and keep that connection going.
These are five good reasons why you should keep your blog, and why I’m keeping mine. Got any to add?
Many people use blogging for fame and they have nothing to do with money making from their blogs. So I would like to add Fame to this list
That’s a good addition, Anil. Blogging is one way to get noticed.
Many people now to make money online. Blooogging was originally started to be a more persnel than a website. The blog has gotten away from the original purpose and is more glamorous. But blogging is booming.
True, but I still think the personal element is there. In many cases people publish their personal views, even if they are experts trying to help people (and make money).
I especially agree with number 2.
Helping people is the reason I started my blog.
Joseph Ratliff
I found that people were asking about the same issues, so I started blogging about them and that’s how my blog took off.
I think if you really like blogging money should not be a factor for the continuation of blogging. Just love a topic, this is only one reason to keep on blogging. It’s my opinion.
I’m in favour of having passion for your topic, but there’s nothing wrong with making an income from that passion, IMO
As far as I see #4 is the main reason for many people start blogging nowadays. There are a lot of people simply trying to make money with crappy contents on their blog, funny
Doesn’t the cream rise to the top? Many of the most successful bloggers actually provide something of quality. If what you provide is poor, people will eventually stay away.
Good post, I think you need to have all of the things you listed if you want to have a successful blog. Blogs are not just something you can do once in a while, there is a lot of work involved to maintain a successful blog. If you want to be a part-time blogger, become a guest blogger on other people’s blogs.
Pugsley
Thanks, Pugsley. That’s what keeps many of us blogging. Of course, guest blogging is a good way to find out if people are interested in what you have to say, though it’s easier to get gigs if you already have a blog.
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