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Content. Why do I Blog? or Why Am I Writing for Free?. -as prep work for paid writing -exploring a niche; developing voice; "reporter's notebook" - to develop/promote expertise in a niche topic
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Why do I Blog? or Why Am I Writing for Free? -as prep work for paid writing -exploring a niche; developing voice; "reporter's notebook" - to develop/promote expertise in a niche topic - to build a following/community around a specific topic or project (think future Kickstarter funders!)
Developing a Niche • What do you care about? • What's being said already? • What's being left out? • What are your readers' needs? Your niche= your desire + readers need + what's left out of the conversation
Still stuck? Write a Manifesto • "Politicize" the act of writing • Think about: • your goals • who will benefit from the blog • your philosophy
Some Helpful Websites • http://weblogs.about.com/od/startingablog/tp/BlogPostIdeas.htm • http://dailybloggingideas.com/ • http://tommy.ismy.name/and-these-are-my-thoughts/20-blog-topic-ideas-for-your-convenience/ • http://www.searchenginepeople.com/blog/local-blogging-marketing.html