Blogs are another kind of website. The content is usually organized by date and category with the most recent post/content displaying first. Blogs are also easier to setup than websites, and because of this reason people are often lured into thinking blogs are a better option than websites.
Another thing you should know is that blogs can be somewhat limiting compared to a website (in terms of design and data manipulation) until you learn more about how blogs are coded. However, if you use WordPress or Blog.com, you’ll have the flexibility to do so much with your blog’s content and layout.
Blog or Website? Can’t Decide?
A lot of people get confused and wonder if they should create a blog, website or both? It comes down to cost, if you want to spend the money or you have the know how then yes set up a website, but if like I was starting on a budget then a Blog is the way to go.
WordPress? Blog.com? Blogger? Which is Best?
I have found these three to be the most popular blogging platforms. .
I started with Blogger which is a good place to start if this is your first blog, but as your get more into a business mode then I found that Blog.com and WordPress provided a lot more flexibility and looked more professional.
Blogger is great because it’s super easy to use. However, WordPress and Blog.com has a lot more features and plug-ins that will allow you to enhance your blog. And even though setting up a Blog.com and WordPress blog is slightly more involved, it’s well worth it in the long run.
In Conclusion…
Whether you plan to create a stand-alone blog or use it to compliment your existing Web site, they can be a great asset to your online business.
Some of the keys to success include…
Blog with a purpose
Just like a website, a blog should have a focus and target audience. Don’t just blog to sell products. Give your audience useful information that will entice them to subscribe. Blogs with too many ads and no useful content are a turn-off.
Keep it relevant
Remember, people want to know what’s in it for them, so your blog’s info should be relevant to your audience’s needs and desires.
Blog often when you have good info to share
More is not better when you are putting out junk or recycled material. One of the top reasons people unsubscribe to blogs is lack of originality or the “heard it all before” syndrome.
Add personality
Display a photo. Let your audience know there’s a human behind the words. Don’t take yourself too seriously.
If you are serious about building a profile on the net you will need a good blog about something you are interested in: Blog example
Once you have your blog you need other to be able to find you, Share your place on the net by entering your blog on a number of sites that have blog lists, as its no good having the best blog on the net if no-one can find you!
Cheers until next time.
Once you have your blog you need other to be able to find you, Share your place on the net by entering your blog on a number of sites that have blog lists, as its no good having the best blog on the net if no-one can find you!
These are a good place to start and are free: