ProBlogger asks what is the #1 reason that you blog?

101 responses to this plurk.

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  June 13, 2008 at 02:35 msakiya says expression
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:36 TheNanny612 says To have a "say" in something.
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:36 sociallydistressed says To help others experiencing the same problems I have experienced.
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:36 sarahcada says for documentation. and share stuff for people to learn from, while i'm at it.
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:37 coqui2008 says provide a service
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:37 gl3nnx says to promote my freelance services
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:38 Rhett says to share
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:40 Adheeth says to share,index certain things,the feeling,money and meet new friends
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:40 lolagoetz says for my horrible memory, and at times, a loveletter to my son. and because i just have to write. it's many things.
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:41 Adheeth says also rather than using a portal system i use blogging coz of the easiness compared to portal systems
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:42 definatalie says I like my subject matter and I want to be part of the discourse. Also for self promotion and to promote the artists and designers I like.
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:43 Mike Nally to
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:43 Sarcastic Mom says it helps with the verbal diarrhea. I'd say it's for my mental health, but it probably benefits my husband's mental health even more.
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:44 ProBlogger asks great reasons everyone - would you say that your #1 reason has changed since you started?
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:45 definatalie says yes, I've discovered there is money to be made. But I have nfi how to really monetise
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:47 Samir says its fun!
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:47 flashman says because I want other people to share my point of view. but changing opinions on the internet is hard
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:47 sociallydistressed says My reason hasn't changed, the topic has.
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:47 flashman says hence i rarely blog any more because it just leads to arguments
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:47 coqui2008 says I first started mine as a way to adjust to a new country - then realised that it was also providing a service
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:48 Rebecca says for the opportunity to meet great people!
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:49 Teej says because my friends are sick of hearing my stories.
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:49 MrCooker says expand my knowledge and try to share it with others.
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:54 DamonClifford says to share the information I know. It also helps me learn more about specific topics and from the feedback I receive on my blog posts.
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  June 13, 2008 at 02:59 STARFEEDER says To support a game I love, and launch several businesses based around the blog.
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  June 13, 2008 at 03:04 northrock so far it's been to learn....soon to be for a living.
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  June 13, 2008 at 03:08 ablenetdesign says I enjoy it, I am changing the direction of my personal blog a bit allow for more general blogging
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  June 13, 2008 at 03:09 jamesduthie says to ensure a constant evolution of my knowledge of the online space. In other words, personal development.
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  June 13, 2008 at 03:12 ChicShopperChick says its fun! I've met lots of cool people.
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  June 13, 2008 at 03:22 BradyV says I blog because I enjoy discussing a variety of topics.
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  June 13, 2008 at 03:23 AdamDesAutels says inform
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  June 13, 2008 at 03:25 ScrapNancy says I started out as a way to do something for myself with a small child as SAHM, now it's turned pro, to make $$$
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  June 13, 2008 at 03:26 TerenceChang says To record my life and find happiness.
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  June 13, 2008 at 03:27 jeffmccord says problogger must get a billion karma points because you plurk more than anyone I've ever seen.
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  June 13, 2008 at 03:28 DebInDenver says I really enjoy new media, but a it is still new to PR people in our community, since I get asked about it, I decided to start a blog.
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  June 13, 2008 at 03:30 rjleaman says it's my job and it's my hobby - how lucky is that?
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  June 13, 2008 at 03:59 deew27 says mental health, fun, documenting my children's lives
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  June 13, 2008 at 04:04 DaisyOlsen It's hard to build credibility as a blog developer unless you actual blog yourself. I like working on blogs more than posting to them, tho
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  June 13, 2008 at 04:08 oro says because I can't think of anything else to do!
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  June 13, 2008 at 04:18 snorkelbuddy says sometimes I have a hard time expressing in writing what I am thinking, so need practice; the more I practice, the easier it gets
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  June 13, 2008 at 05:07 brentsinboxers thinks he likes attention.
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  June 13, 2008 at 05:46 adondai you can assess your ability by instant recognition. better article = more viewers + more potential income.
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  June 13, 2008 at 06:04 rudolf51 thinks Friends
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  June 13, 2008 at 07:17 Chris Hinton says personal interest - I enjoy the subjects I blog on and hope that others might find it interesting too.
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  June 13, 2008 at 07:46 Silky thinks his head would explode if he didn't write down all those stupid jokes.
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  June 13, 2008 at 07:58 dotlizard because it's there.
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  June 13, 2008 at 07:58 jarkkolaine says understanding life
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  June 13, 2008 at 08:00 Breastafarian says that I blog because I must.
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  June 13, 2008 at 11:59 The Happy Rock says to share and to help
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  June 13, 2008 at 12:00 drivenmg says its the only way I can be creative and learn new things
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  June 13, 2008 at 12:05 Liz Marionga says i like to talk about photography
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  June 13, 2008 at 13:31 ChangeForge... says msakiya - completely agree... I have thoughts to share and want to hear (read) others thoughts as well...
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  June 13, 2008 at 14:45 Jargenhunter feels that it makes things easier for others, info in one place
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  June 13, 2008 at 14:53 STARFEEDER says For financial freedom
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  June 13, 2008 at 14:54 STARFEEDER says all the other nicer sounding goals are right under that however being the best StarCraft 2 blog in the world muhaha
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  June 13, 2008 at 15:05 olorinpc says for enjoyment and personal record on my main blog... and to share
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  June 13, 2008 at 15:17 arshad says readers
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  June 13, 2008 at 15:20 remarkablogger says It's the best way to connect with potential clients so that they can get to know you and trust you.
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  June 13, 2008 at 15:27 mitsuhiko because i can use it to share things i stumble upon and announce changes in my projects
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  June 13, 2008 at 15:34 renkai says To motivate other freelancers and designers
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  June 13, 2008 at 15:57 evelester says right now, sadly, to make money, with a baby on the way I need all I can get while on bed rest!
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  June 13, 2008 at 15:58 Lar says For Business
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  June 13, 2008 at 16:04 minademas says for the love of technology!
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  June 13, 2008 at 16:13 MrCooker says Not changed since I started. Got a feeling it could though.
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  June 13, 2008 at 16:25 STARFEEDER says @ Darren's 2nd question: No nothing has changed, however a lot of the direction of my blog has changed starfeeder.gameriot.com
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  June 13, 2008 at 16:42 sandossu says blogging is something that I like and if I can earn money from what I like, then I'm a happy man.
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  June 13, 2008 at 16:43 renkai says sandossu there you go - make money doing something you enjoy that is the ticket
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  June 13, 2008 at 16:51 Jeanine says for an outlet
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  June 13, 2008 at 16:58 junyor is still trying to figure plurk out
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  June 13, 2008 at 19:09 Softi says just like to have somewhere to show off my kids, and readers (who've become friends) to help as a sounding board!
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  June 13, 2008 at 19:19 revyd to improve my writing and by extension my communication skills
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  June 14, 2008 at 19:59 mvandemar says Mostly cause chicks dig guys who blog
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  June 14, 2008 at 20:10 NeverSmell wants to find other people who were born without the ability to smell and to entertain/educate anosmics and olfies alike.
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  June 14, 2008 at 20:14 otherdeb says Because I've learned some stuff along the way and want to share it
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  June 14, 2008 at 21:03 John1954Moi wants to add positive to share with others
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  June 14, 2008 at 23:27 amsall is Blogging has now become part and parcel of my marketing system. Let the conversation flow!
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  June 15, 2008 at 05:54 Boredcollegekid says fun to get my feeling out, and a little extra money on the side ain't bad
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  June 17, 2008 at 17:22 MsSingleMama says to share what I've learned about being a single mom - it's not easy! The extra money and perks are nice, but really - it's about expression.
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  June 17, 2008 at 17:26 DreInDenver says to share
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  June 17, 2008 at 17:26 DreInDenver to answer your second question - no, the reason hasn't really changed from day one, just the type of information shared
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  June 17, 2008 at 17:28 cpons says i enjoy writting
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  June 17, 2008 at 17:31 mwilton13 says It started as a way to communicate my happenings with friends and family, now it's my outlet for everything I do
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  June 17, 2008 at 18:57 Ginkgo says I have to write. I can't not write, and a blog is a good place to let it out
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  June 17, 2008 at 18:59 vickya says fun
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  June 17, 2008 at 18:59 Ginkgo has not had the primary reason change, but a lot of additional reasons have been added
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  June 17, 2008 at 23:04 juliemckown says I can't NOT write, and this gives me at least a shot at an audience.
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  June 17, 2008 at 23:22 LostZombies says it doesn't get my hands black like a newspaper
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  June 18, 2008 at 06:21 shotokan is Because I enjoy writing.
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  June 18, 2008 at 06:26 Patrick It's the passion of the topic and the desire to take part in creating a booming community all surrounding that one passion.
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  June 18, 2008 at 07:02 Makkina says to share and make idea growing
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  June 18, 2008 at 07:04 catepol says to share what I know and what I find, to communicate something that could be useful and interesting for others.And because I have a big ego
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  June 18, 2008 at 07:04 hatkirby thinks blogging is fun
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  June 18, 2008 at 12:12 uberdev says i skipped having a number one reason. i'm working on my second reason which also isn't looking very good
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  June 18, 2008 at 12:20 Despil says I like to write.
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  July 08, 2008 at 12:13 MatthewBennett loves participating in thought provoking conversations with people from all over the world
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  July 08, 2008 at 13:31 BenBarden says to make a difference and help others to learn
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  July 08, 2008 at 13:41 RaaVi says Beacuse that's what I feel
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  July 08, 2008 at 13:43 DeanTastic! says because I love writing, and blogging allows my writing to reach a wider audience, thus making a happier me! Ad revenue doesn't hurt either.