Blogs are a dime dollar a dozen now and when I see a promising blog introduce itself to the internet only to lie deserted until the hosting plan isn’t renewed, I get irritated. I’m not going to name names, but I have concocted a (YES or NO) test for maybe bloggers.

1. Will the blog be updated at LEAST once a week?

2. Is the blog going to be used primarily for media (writing, pictures, video)?

3. Will the look of your blog define the direction of your content?

4. Do you have a willingness to read (and maybe even comment) on a fellow blogger’s blog?

5. Do you know your audience (or future audience)?

6. Are you starting a blog to express your opinions?

6a. Will your opinions be swayed by advertising programs?

6b. Will your opinions hurt or offend a certain group of people?

7. Can you accept criticism?

8. Can you accept the occasional overly-harsh remark?

9. Can you ask for help?

10. When blogging, are you enjoying it? sounds dirty

If you answered every question (excluding 6a and 6b) with a YES. You’re already on track to be a blogger that can work hard and be willing to grow. It will be hard, but if you can start with high standards, you’re already ahead of 75% of bloggers on the internet. I wish you luck.

Send me a link to your blog when you get a chance. mail[at]r3fresh.com