I get asked this all the time, so here's your cout out 'n' keep guide to writing good blog posts:
- Keep it personal Your blog is a reflection of you and your personality. Write like you would speak to a friend, and be genuine about your thoughts and feelings.
- Have something to say Before you sit down to write, think about what you want to say. What is the purpose of your blog post? What do you want your readers to take away from it?
- Keep it short and sweet Nobody wants to read a novel, so keep your blog posts short and to the point. Get your point across and then move on.
- Use pictures A picture is worth a thousand words, so break up your text with some eye-catching photos.
- Use headlines Your headline should be attention-grabbing and give a good idea of what the blog post is about. Don’t make it too long – you want people to actually read your blog post, after all!
- Be yourself Your readers want to hear from you, so be yourself! Write in your own voice and let your personality shine through.