Writing your blog: Staying inspired

Blogs require constant updates. That means writing posts. All of that amounts to a ton of work.



In order to keep posting, day in and day out, a blogger needs to maintain that all important inspiration. Following that proverbial 1% of the creative equation, the other 99% can take place. We all recognize that enormous part as persperation.



Whether you write a business blog, a political blog, a sports or entertainment blog, a comedy blog, a personal journal, or an online diary, you need to keep your interest level up. Failing that, and your blog will join those millions that have already fallen by the wayside.



If you have been blogging for any period of time, you have probably developed some regular posting habits. Unlike me, you may have some regular posting times. You may have some specific topics that cause you to put fingers to keyboard.



Because blogging is still in its relative infancy, there remain many uncharted waters for writers. There are topics and entire blog categories as yet unfilled. Your niche is definitely not overcrowded.



Blog critics will try to present the failed blogs as evidence of the weakness of the blogging community. In fact, like any entrepreneurial venture, failures are part of the system's success. Don't let the numbers who have dropped by the wayside discourage you. Since you are still reading here, I'm sure that you don't let most things stop what you are doing.



Be inspired to keep writing and posting.



If you want to blog to improve your writing skills, only practicing writing will accomplish that goal.



If you blog to express your personal feelings and concerns, then a blog is the ideal outlet for your thoughts.



Should you have a political or business message to get out to the world, there are few better vehicles than a blog.



A regular check of your visitor counter (and you do have one or more of those installed, right?) will show you in hard numbers, that people are reading your words. They often anxiously await your next post.



When I was ill for a few days, many of my regular roller derby blog readers e-mailed their concerns. It's nice to be appreciated.



Having an appreciative audience always keeps me inspired to post to three different blogs, each and every day.



I hope you have found your blogging inspiration.



If you have, let me know what keeps you inspired to write a blog post, day after day.