Weblog - We blog - Why not?

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Blogging is the place to be! Or perhaps - the "thing" to DO.

So what the heck is "blogging" and what does it have to do with social networking? Or business for that matter?

Well, it seems that the phenomena of blogging - a “web log” -
took off about 15 years ago (What A Blog Can Do For Your Small Business (From Darrell Zahorsky, former About.com Guide). His blog was concise and pacted with information. He not only "tells" us what blogging is but "shows" us what constitutes a good blog .

And it looks like blogging's momentum is only building.

With the integration of technology in almost every area of our life, electronic communication is increasing. Blogging is a way of enhancing that communication.

It is less formal than a web site. Blogging is rather like an informal online newsletter, or journal if it's more of a personal format. With free programs, such as this platform, Blogger, you can be blogging in minutes!

From the articles given for this assignment, I think Chris Brogan's site: How to Blog Almost Every Day was my favorite. With a list of 14 points, he takes the mystery and fear out of starting your own blog.

A few take away points from this week:

1. Think about why you're writing. Write for your audience.

2. Do it CONSISTANTLY. If not daily than at the VERY least weekly.

3. Add links and pictures.

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4. Just DO IT!!

I AM going to have fun with this! As with any communication, it has the capability of not only connecting but also inspiring, teaching and stretching our minds - and our worlds!

What are some of YOUR ideas about blogging?