The diagram below is a result of ongoing research into why people go online and where and is a project called Rudd Finn Intent Index.
It basically classifies people’s reasons for going online into seven categories in descending percentage order:
1. Learn
2. Have Fun
3. Socialize
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1. First impression is the last impression
There is a possibility that a particular post of yours maybe the first post someone reads on your blog. Thus he or she will form his or her first impression from this article only. With even a couple of grammatical errors that person will form a bad impression of you and your blog!
2. Content is king
It’s so cliché to say this but, content is king and so producing content which is right in every possible way is important. Content has to engage the reader and not distract (and disappoint) your reader with minor grammatical errors and typos.
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Are you overwhelmed and confused with so many blogs about blogging doling out tips, tricks and advices for new bloggers and wannabe probloggers day in and day out?
It’s even more confusing and depressing when you fail, even after trying out their advices and tips on your blogs – whether you are trying to create digg-worthy posts, trying to involve your audience through polls, gifts for comments, free downloads for subscription, guest posting on a couple of blogs in your niche, submitting your blogs to blog directories, hosting blog carnivals, etc…well, you get the picture. Believe me it’s depressing, I have been there.
The Dead Poets Society is a 1989 film which tells the story of an English teacher (John Keating played by Robin Williams) at the prestigious Welton prep school, which is based on four principles – tradition, honor, discipline and excellence. Mr Keating inspires his students to change their lives of conformity. The movie is all about the awakening of the individual and that authority must always be just a guide in the process.
How To Break Free From The Bond Of Conformity And Be Different
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