What is a “blog”?

Just in case there are still a few web users out there who aren’t quite sure they understand what a blog even is, here’s the wiki :

A blog (short for web log) is a user-generated website where entries are made in journal style and displayed in a reverse chronological order.

Blogs provide commentary or news on a particular subject, such as food, politics, or local news; some function as more personal online diaries. A typical blog combines text, images, and links to other blogs, web pages, and other media related to its topic. The ability for readers to leave comments in an interactive format is an important part of most early blogs. Most blogs are primarily textual although some focus on photographs (photoblog), sketchblog, videos (vlog), or audio (podcasting), and are part of a wider network of social media.

The term “blog” is a portmanteau, or, in other words, a blend of the words web and log (Web log). “Blog” can also be used as a verb, meaning to maintain or add content to a blog.

In November 2006, blog search engine Technorati was tracking more than 57 million blogs.

WOW!!! 57 million??!  How is one to make their’s any-kind-of-unique when there are so many out there??!?

Well….a few ways. First, individuals are, well, individual. And if the right attention is  paid to making a site reflect the personality that writes the content, then chances are good that it will be just as unique as that person is.

But secondly, and of importance to business people considering a blog to go along with their websites, a blog is a way to let one’s client base know who YOU are, while the other site is informing them of WHAT you do. When there is a selection of choices out there, sometimes the feeling of personal connection with you is what will get you their business. It’s putting that very individuality to work for you.

So a blog should compliment, but not be identical to, your website. It should present a consistent image and message. While one is informative the other is persuasive. Turn your comments on and get some feedback. Let it be a little interactive.

The two can work in harmony and a blog can help your business become more profitable, popular, and personable. Email me today and let’s get started!

Why Should You Blog?

Blogs are a fantastic way to communicate who you are to a client base, build a loyal readership and coveted web traffic, establish critical mass for the sale of a product or book, and get feedback that enables you to customize your message to who your audience is. It’s my mission to help YOU sort through the Pandora’s box of design and content ideas, helping you to create and maintain a well-thought out blog that will make your business more profitable, personable, and to help it SOAR!

Blogging With Flair client Dr. Tray Dunaway described the difference between static websites for businesses and the power a blog can lend that same business on his blog, dot2dothealthcareblog.com . Read his great post here !

How Do I Get Started?

First, email me and let me know you are interested! I will promptly get back to you.

Look around and find a few sites that exemplify what you like and don’t like to show me.

Lt’s a talk or email a bit so I can  get to know you a bit, what you are looking for, and what you like.

Be ready to communicate a bit! This is sometimes a trial and error process. We may try a few things that need to be scrapped in the process of finding what is the best fit.

If you have an old or current blog that you want imported, have your log in information ready to go.

payment is half up front and half at the completion of the project. I accept credit cards via paypal and prefer to be paid with paypal or a personal check dropped in the mail.

That’s it! Email me at tia AT bloggingwithflair DOT com and let’s get started!