One of the hardest things for any blogger is creating content for their blog. This is difficult in the beginning because it is not always clear what your niche is or what they should be focusing on. I wanted to share a few ideas that will hopefully be more positive and less likely to have you give up before you even get started.
You don’t need to be a guru.
Many new bloggers think they need to know their subject matter in great detail before they can start to write content for their blog. I am here to say that this is not so. It is important to Remember that we all have something unique to offer and what is important; especially if you want to grow and nurture your blogging abilities, is to share what you know, how ever little and put you own spin on it.
The more you write the more you will become comfortable in your own writing style. It is also important to remember that you don’t need to write lots and lots. If you want to hold your readers attention, it’s a good idea to keep it short anyway or think about using other mediums like video, pictures, info-graphics and audio.
Whilst some bloggers may have a blog post in mind with a clear beginning, middle and end, it is OK to experiment. Start with a topic and just write, keeping it flowing until it comes to a logical end then create some attention grabbing title.
Listen, Read , Watch
The thing about great content is that it usually comes from some knowledge lodged somewhere in our minds, mixed with experience and a little bit of a personal spin on the topic. The reason great content doesn’t always flow, is because you aren’t keeping your mind and inspiration fresh. It is therefore really important to keep your eyes, ears and mind open to new ideas.
You can do this by spending a small percentage of your time reading new material, books, other blogs, listening to inspirational or personal development type audio or watching videos. There isn’t a magic formula but find the learning method that works best for you and start to absorb some new information and you will be able to create more and more great content.
If you would like to get inspiration from blogs and people just like you then I highly recommend the Tribe Syndication Association (TSA) you can find out more here
Blog Daily
This might seem like a really strange thing to say, but actually committing yourself to a blogging schedule will actually get you in to the habits of being a successful blogger. It will also help you develop your imagination and really build you leverage in terms of creating more traffic to your site.
Keep a look out for blogging challenges. They normally last for 30 days and are a great way to get you off to a good start. You will be surprised at how much you already know and the knowledge you have that you can blog about.
Where you can get more ideas
As well as reading other blog posts, videos on You Tube or a book or too, I also like to use some really cool sites that have all kinds of information, that you can browse. I especially like Alltop, Mashable and Problogger. But depending on your niche, do a search for some quality sites that are of interest and start creating some new content from what you find,
Let me know how you get on,
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December 19th, 2011 at 4:45 am
Hi Beth, I just recently started writing a holistic food and health blog and I will be applying what you suggested. I really appreciated what you said about blogging from your own unique prespective, knowledge, and personal experiences without worrying about being a expert. I am in the process of implementing a blog schedule so that I can consistently post good content. Thanks for sharing all the valuable tips on blogging.
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bethhewitt80 Reply:
December 19th, 2011 at 11:42 pm
Hey Shelley,
Great to have you here, thank you for stopping by.
Beth
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December 19th, 2011 at 8:16 am
Hi Beth,
I always visit Mashable to get some good information and come up with a possible content. I believe that you dont need to be an expert just to come up with a good article, I think it really pays to read and read and read
Thank you for this one
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December 19th, 2011 at 10:53 am
Thanks for this great info Beth.
My challenge is that I have too many ideas I always need to focus and be sure that the answers I offer to my readers hit the ” needs” the deep needs of my market and this is something I’m trying to improve on.
I will need to look into sites for my market which is women in business valuable such as mashable which I know is great!
Warm regards and greetings from Italy!
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bethhewitt80 Reply:
December 19th, 2011 at 11:42 pm
Hi Patricia,
I know how you feel, sometime it is harder to write a little when we have so much we want to share and offer.
Beth
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December 19th, 2011 at 10:14 pm
Great ideas about starting blogging. I have never gone to Alltop, Masable, or Problogger but I will follow your advise and get over there. With my posts I think that I take too much time researching it to come up with information so I haven’t been blogging everyday. I going to give myself a challenge for 2012 to post something everyday for 20 days.
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bethhewitt80 Reply:
December 19th, 2011 at 11:41 pm
Hey Joyce,
I like the sound of that challenge. I am trying to do something similar. I look forward to reading your daily content
Beth
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December 20th, 2011 at 1:27 am
Hi Beth, I am always looking for tips about content.. I think when you say do something everyday, that it helps… the longer I leave it sometimes the tougher it is to get back on track.. thanks for the other tips you have given here as well. I have done a few challenges in the last year and they are that, challenging! But with what I have learned lately I think I could do another!! I will check out the 3 sites you have mentioned, Thanks!
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December 20th, 2011 at 2:45 pm
hi Beth
What a great blog for new people that love to blog but do not know were to start.
I can say with you just start donwarry the rest will come, i did it and it work for me.
As the say go with the flow
Regards
Theuns
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December 20th, 2011 at 3:36 pm
This is very nice information especially for a newbie like me. The step by step ways that you showed me is very informative and easy to understand.
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December 20th, 2011 at 4:10 pm
Beth,
I find that most of my ideas for content come from either reading or conversations with others. It usually comes in the form of an “ah-ha” moment. I write the idea down immediately so I don’t forget then I get to work on it shortly after.
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bethhewitt80 Reply:
January 2nd, 2012 at 10:46 pm
writing thoughts down as soon as we have then is a great thing to do
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December 20th, 2011 at 6:21 pm
Beth,
this is a fantastic subject matter. Lots of people get this so mixed up that it hurts me personally.
It is so simple to write an article. You must only write about your passions. This is a subject with a lifetime of wisdom. What else would you gain knowledge daily on. What else do you know inside and out. Nothing compares with writing about your passions.
This is the samething your true business is all about. Sharing your passion globally and generating revenue from it. Showing others how to manifest their own passion and duplicate the process. This is everything summed up with having a supportive passionate team of people in every step of the way, priceless.
Beth, with only sharing your passions one would not have to think about any content. They would be face with my problem. Having the persistent patients with when to stop writing for that given day. Cut those subject matters on your passions short. Anything over 650 words is just too much. Add some pictures from google or your own files. You have an article published weekly.
Hey, join a group of dedicated people such as us, Beth. Like the best is TSA and you have the link on the side of your blog. This is a free support area with all the worlds greatest coaches, visionaries, mentors and leaders in our industry. Giving without expecting anything in return. One stop solution services, ask a question from the leading passion people who we the few have lifestyles. This allows us to only focus on you and your success as you can only determine. Priceless hands on support.
Beth your amazing and your passion speaks clearly on your awesome blog. I look forward in continueing to give support. I love your unique way of expression and stand in awe. Thank you for caring so much for all of us.
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December 20th, 2011 at 9:27 pm
Great advice Beth - especially about blogging regularly. I’m a writer by trade, and even I find that if I take a week off it is really hard to get back into the flow. Also I like the list of directories you recommended - I use them all, along with the CNN site. It’s huge and the news and articles are what’s happening right now. Thanks!
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December 21st, 2011 at 1:43 am
Great post, Beth! Another thing that I would recommend is to be open minded about your niche. Sometimes, you’ll think it’s one thing, but as you write, your comments and your passions will show you that it’s something else.
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December 21st, 2011 at 3:39 am
Hi Beth,
Creating content is somewhat easy for me because I absolutely love writing. I tried the blogging schedule but it was too stressful trying to keep up with it because I am often out on all-day appointments. Trying to create a post or creating email newsletters then becomes work. I have found that the more thought and attention I put into it, the better results I am then able to take out. I always seem to have my eye out for a new tool that can take a writing project from hours to minutes
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May 16th, 2012 at 9:41 pm
Aloha Beth, wowww.. you really hit that on the head and simplified it so well. I know at times, I get blocked in what to right about and but when I do my mind do open up to the topic and I indulge it with some of my personal twist to it. By the way, I like that in your message as well. You have some great pointers on here and it gives others some ideas what to expect and what to do. In fact, I impressed so I will put this on my fb biz page. Mahalo, Lani
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May 17th, 2012 at 1:45 am
Hi Beth,
Very good tips about blogging. I do a lot of what your are describing here. Many times I do start writing with an idea, but don’t know exactly where I am going to go. Knowledge about what I write and practice do help me to always come out pretty much OK.
Reading can really help any writer, indeed! New or not so new.
This is a really good post-tips to learn how to start writing regularly on a blog for any new folks.
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May 17th, 2012 at 8:04 am
Hi Beth, like most things in life practice is the key, the more we write the better results we get. Of course the other imprortant thing as you mention is to read others articles, books etc. this always help to get an idea of what to write, thanks for sharing…
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May 17th, 2012 at 9:15 am
Hi Beth,
. I’m wondering about writing blog posts every day. I used to do something like that but some of the people around me I just give each post a couple of days to let it ‘ferment’ and give it time to reach people. What do you think about that? I can definitely relate to the first tip, where the more you write the more you develop and feel comfortable with your own style. Only recently did I begin talking in the first person (using I) whereas earlier it would be just plain objective scientific information. I’m waiting to see how people continue to respond to my new style 
. Thanks for sharing and highlighting important points. 
Great post
Zena
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bethhewitt80 Reply:
May 17th, 2012 at 8:49 pm
Hey Zena,
Nice to see you here. I agree it is good practice to let them naturally find your audience over a few days. But in the beginning to get some real traction, it is good to blog more frequently.
Thanks for your comment,
Beth
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May 18th, 2012 at 11:45 pm
Hi Beth,
Great article. I think the biggest challenge to stay fresh is consistency. I may not be speaking for everyone, but I
believe for the most part, we are bloggers because we like to write, share, and help others. We are proud of our blogs. I don’t think most bloggers have a problem writing…the issue is reaching inspiration consistently. The ebb and flow of life has an effect on what information we post on our blogs.
When the inspiration comes, it is fantastic! However, when it doesn’t taking your suggestion to seek inspiration by reading, and visiting sites such as Alltop, Mashable, and Problogger. Blogging daily has been encouraged lately, as you know, and it works. The more quality content created using good optimization techniques will attract quality traffic. It isn’t easy to blog daily, but I agree with your recommendation.
Thanks for an excellent post!
Raena Lynn
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May 19th, 2012 at 4:57 am
Always reading will give you something to write about. I also like to view other blogs and come up with ideas. Like you said blogging is the best way to enlarge imagination and be more creative with your style.
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May 20th, 2012 at 3:46 am
Hi Beth,
You’ve touched on some valid points. A lot of people complain about “information overload” but that same information can be used to create a TON of content! You could probably squeeze 3 or 4 great articles from a single webinar. Take from it, add to it, make it your own!
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June 5th, 2012 at 7:55 pm
Great points thanks Anthony
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May 20th, 2012 at 5:32 am
Hi Beth,
thank you for your time putting these great tips together.
Blogging daily would definitely be a challenge, and I can see the point you are making about “the more you write the more you become comfortable with your own style”.
I appreciate the links to the sites for ideas and more tips!
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May 20th, 2012 at 6:15 am
Really good tips and advice Beth. I remember when I first started my blog how I didn’t enjoy writing because I wasn’t comfortable with what I was saying. Today, I have listened, watched and learned so I have built a wonderful and positive attitude towards writing.
It is also really important the business owners, marketers and entrepreneurs know that just writing blog posts is just the beginning. Visiting other blogs and writing good comments along with leaving your link is a great way to build connections and your visibility.
Over the years I have created a list of ‘favorite blogs’ that I will always revisit, read and leave comments. I believe this is one way to build your community just as we are doing with TSA.
I enjoy your blog because you always provide such good quality information that everyone can benefit from.
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