Blogging Etiquette
Blogging is new to me. I have only been blogging for a few months. Blogging is a learning experience, and I have broken some rules. By no means do I claim to be an expert on blogging. However, I thought I would post some basic guidelines that I try to follow, and hope some will find this information useful as well. When commenting on other peoples blogs be nice. Do not comment just to be rude or irritate the blogger. Rude childish behavior is never welcome. Cursing and swearing is not appropriate in blogs or blog comments. Keep comments friendly and supportive. Have respect when posting from a different viewpoint. Blogging is about personal expression. When posting a blog think of something new and interesting to write about do not be a copycat. Be creative and original with your blogs. Post your blog once in the day or repost it throughout the day or a different day. Don't just copy it and make another identical blog, as if it is new this is often viewed as distasteful. It is not important that the most people view your blog but who views your blog. Are you looking for potential customers, or to share with others in the same profession? Write your blog to those you want to view it. Be confident and kind to others in your blog postings. Don't get arrogant and rude and write demeaning comments about other people. Give credit where credit is due, if someone else wrote the information give them credit. If you can't blog for a while, let others know when you will return. When posting about questionable subjects, inform readers so they can come to their own conclusions. Don't say your opinion is fact when it is only a personal viewpoint. When others are writing distasteful comments in your blog, respond in a positive way or don't respond at all. Not saying there is a right or wrong way to blog, just that we need to have respect for others when doing so. Most importantly, follow the rules of the hosting site. Hope this information is somewhat helpful.