Each of the below learning paths prescribe a recommended set of tasks, books, courses, etc. to help you put together a study plan. Remember the Break Diver's Creed: No Rules. No Excuses. No Regrets. Go make it happen!
Beginner
- Make sure to polish your language skills in the language you want to write in. You don’t need to be perfect at the language, but your readers should be able to understand you.
- Explore different topics that you might want to write your blog about. Make sure the topic is something you’re actually interested in.
- Read other blogs that focus on similar topics to yours. These blogs could give you inspo when you start your own blog. Also read tutorials about setting up blogs so that you’re prepared.
- Figure out what kind of tone you want to use in your writing. Do you want to be friendly, professional, or something else?
- Write a few blog posts and get feedback on them. Try to practice as much as possible.
- Visit our “resources” section for Blog Writing and review each of the “beginner” resources.
Intermediate
- By this stage, you’re ready to create an actual blog and attract readers from around the world.
- Think about the purpose of your blog. What do you want to do with your blog? What kind of message do you want to send to your audience?
- Try to eliminate grammar and spelling mistakes by the intermediate stage. These errors can make you seem less professional or capable than you really are.
- Read blogging tips from other bloggers to get a better idea of what your blog should look like.
- Promote your blog to your peers and get feedback on where you can improve.
- Visit our “resources” section for Blog Writing and review each of the “intermediate” resources.
Advanced
- By this stage, you can start creating multiple blogs if you want. Just make sure that you can manage all of them and keep readers engaged.
- Continue getting feedback from your peers. This will help you create an appealing, successful blog.
- Continue to polish your language skills. Keep expanding your grammar and vocabulary.
- Visit our “resources” section for Blog Writing and review each of the “advanced” resources.