What Is A Blog?

What Is A Blog?

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[Blogging + How It Works]

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If you’re confused about what a blog is...

...you've come to the right place!

how it works...

and if starting a blog is right for you...

We didn't know the difference between a blog + a website when we first started.

We're breaking down everything you need to know.

And now, we've built two super-successful, six-figure blogs!

What is a blog?

A blog is a website with posts (articles) that contain the writer's thoughts, experiences, observations, and etc.

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It’s just written content on a website, generally meant to instruct or be informational in nature.

What does the word “blog” stand for?

Blog is a combination of two words: "web" and "log"

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WEB + LOG = BLOG

What is blogging?

Dictionary.com says:  “to maintain or add new entries to a blog”

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The much more interesting truth is that blogging is an incredibly fun + mentally charging form of creative expression.

What is a blog used for?

It can be whatever you want it to be.

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Here are some examples:

– Personal journals – Creative expression – Teaching + coaching – Selling products – Promoting brands

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Blogs vs. Websites

What is the difference between a blog and a website?

A blog is a website, but a website isn't always a blog.

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We're going to compare 3 website examples:

The website is a blog The website has a blog The website is just a website

The website is a blog

Our website is primarily a blog because it’s centered around updated content on the website.

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Other names you could classify our blogs as:

Blog Website Authority/Niche Website

The website has a blog

The website has a blog section, but the blog is not the primary purpose or content.

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This is common, as a blog is a good way to drive traffic + gain customers.

The website is just a website

The website exists without a blog as a standalone site.

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Examples of these types of websites:

– Image editing tool sites – Local realtors – Platforms like Youtube and Facebook

Swipe up to learn more about what blogs are + how you can start a money-making blog today.