A one-word post has caused a stir on Uber tech-blogger Michael Arrington’s blog TechCrunch. On 25th May this year he wrote the word Twitter and that drew in 420 comments. The lesson in this example? You need the reputation of Michael Arrington before this kind of experimentation will work on your blog.
He’s prolific in his posts, he’s authorative, well-informed, has insider knowledge and he knows his audience. He’s opinionated and writes well, and his blogging has put him at forefront of movers and shakers. When Michael Arrington posts lots of people pay attention and he often provokes strong reaction.
Study his output over a fortnight and learn how the blogosphere can work. Then think of your own business or hobby or political interest. You’ll become a whole lot more effective.
PS. His post was actually empty… he only wrote the word Twitter in the Subject Box!
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A one-word post has caused a stir on Uber tech-blogger Michael Arrington’s blog TechCrunch. On 25th May this year he wrote the word Twitter and that drew in 420 comments. The lesson in this example? You need the reputation of Michael Arrington before this kind of experimentation will work on your blog.
He’s prolific in his posts, he’s authorative, well-informed, has insider knowledge and he knows his audience. He’s opinionated and writes well, and his blogging has put him at forefront of movers and shakers. When Michael Arrington posts lots of people pay attention and he often provokes strong reaction.
Study his output over a fortnight and learn how the blogosphere can work. Then think of your own business or hobby or political interest. You’ll become a whole lot more effective.
PS. His post was actually empty… he only wrote the word Twitter in the Subject Box!