Reasons to Blog

As some of you may know, I have been blogging (personally and professionally) for about three years now. I would never call myself a blog guru but I have found it to be beneficial. For that reasons, I decided to post some reasons for why you should start blogging too.

Share stuff – A blog can be your little place on the web to share things you find interesting. Example: I Can Has Cheezburger

Report News- Many blogs today are highly respected as current news source.

Make money – Some folks try to make money from blogging (usually from selling advertising on their blog). Examples: BlogHer Advertising

Express yourself – A blog is a place where you can let out your frustrations or you’re your soul through artistic expression.

Influence others – Writing to sway the thinking of others has long been a popular reason for starting a blog.

Connect with friends and family – Many blogs are started as a way to share family news and photos with friends.

Comment on issues – Some blogs function as a personal opinion page for authors wanting to share their point of view on major topics.

Promote a business – Many corporations have learned the value of advice and corporate news style blogging as a marketing and public relations tool. Examples: Our Blog

Help others – There are a number of blogs that offer advice, tutorials and other assistance. (Hey, BloggingStartup.com falls in this category!)

Market stuff – Some blogs sell stuff while others directly promote their product or service.

Share your hobby – Hey, want to talk about how you like to spend your free time? Why not start a blog?

Promote yourself – Blogs can be a great way to let the world know who you are, whether you are wanting to change jobs or promoting your services.

Journal your experience – Type about anything. Talk about your day, share your opinion, show a funny picture or tell what you had for dinner.

Try something different – Be creative, explore the world in your own way, through blogging.

I hope this gives you a reason to try. This list is from Blogging Startup, but I changed the examples.