Blogging 101

A blogging site can do things that no other networking site can accomplish. It allows you to build a fuller picture of who you are, whereas, it would take you 500 tweets to fully explain yourself on Twitter. Most people will meet you through other places...but if they like what they read on twitter, then they'll follow you back to your blog and find out more about who you are. As a newbie on these particular sites, I'm still trying to figure out the best way to catch my readers.

3 tips for beginning bloggers

1. Know your audience-Your blog's design and content should reflect the expectations of your audience
2. Be consistent- Your blog is a brand. (Still trying to figure this one out myself)
3. Be yourself- Your blog is an extension of you and your brand, and your loyal readers will keep coming back to hear what you have to say.

2 resources for developing social media writing skills

1. http://sloanconsortium.org/conference/2012/blended/blogging-develop-writing-skills-and-increase-student-content-student-student
2. http://weblogbetter.com/2012/01/03/how-to-develop-a-distinct-writing-style-as-blogger/