Blog Beginnings: Where Do I Start

Blogs, blogs, blogs. The question of the hour is where do you, and more importantly how do you, begin? I believe it is important before taking on anything new, to first assess and understand. By this, I mean it is vital to truly understand just what a blog is before attempting to write one. A blog, or a weblog, is nothing more than an online journal or an informational website for lack of better words. Essentially, this online platform, allows fora a writer or a group of writers share their views on an individual subject.

A blog is simply what you make of it. It is important, first and foremost, to have at least basic writing skills. Additionally, it is important to identify what you want to write about. The beauty of blogging is that it truly can be anything you make it. Speaking from personal experience, I found it valuable to consider what I am most passionate about and then found a way to demonstrate this passion through my writing.

It may be easiest to create a concept for the blog by coming up with an overarching theme. If you are a single parent, you could write your blogs centered on the experiences parenthood provides. This includes the good and the bad. Maybe your go-to is fashion. Develop a blog centered around all-things fashion from the latest trends to cheap steals, fashion icons and more. Ultimately, readers need to be able to relate to you and connect with your writing in a way that evokes them to keep coming back for more.

Once you find your 'it,' it won't be hard to keep writing. One of the most therapeutic things to do in life is simply, write. Write your heart out and let your readers feel your every word as they scroll down their screens. Blogging truly is for any and everyone so find your passion, and begin your blogging fun!