Daniel Johnson, Jr.

Note: I was recently asked to write a guest article for the Career Achievement Network, since they were about to open up their blogging and forums to every member.  I’m crossposting the article here as well, since from time to time I get questions about starting up a personal blog.

5 Ways to Blog for Personal Achievement

“Champion the right to be yourself. Dare to be different and to set your own pattern: Live your own life, and follow your own star.”– Lin Yutang

We’re drawn toward authenticity. Being yourself and communicating who you are effectively remains one of the main qualities of successful people. Online, one of the best and most effective ways to do this is through maintaining a blog.

If you’ve ever wondered what you might say, here are five examples to get you started:

1. Tell a story. Think about a time when you’ve saved the day. Write about what happened and what you did.
2. Document a process. Chances are you know something that could be helpful to others. You can describe the solution to a problem and help others understand it.
3. Share news and information. Found an interesting article? Planning an event? A blog is a great way to describe what’s going on and share what you’re learning.
4. Blog without blogging. Comment on something someone else has said on their blog. Provide thoughtful insight that moves the conversation forward.
5. Ask for input. Let’s say you’re puzzled about something or have an opinion on a certain direction you’d like to take. You can set up the situation in a blog post, and ask others what they think.

These are just a handful of ways you can blog, and I’m sure you’ll discover others as you get the hang of it. Find your voice and be yourself. In time, the content on a blog can become the online advertisement for who you are and what you do. It’s an essential part in establishing your personal brand.

Ready to tell your story?

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