Successful School Library/Librarian Blogs – What’s the Key?

Ok, I think we can assume that by successful we’re not talking about how much revenue you generate with your blog. In this instance, I’m not talking about using a blog as an educational tool either. Rather, how do you create a blog that serves as a valuable resource for your students, parents, teachers, and school administrators? I think it boils down to one thing: content, content, content! I'm using the term content to include both the voice conveyed in your blog, as well as the actual information and resources that you share with your readers. Creating a loyal following of readers in your target community is what will make your blog “successful.” Here are a few ideas that may help:

Ten Habits of Bloggers That Win! – Some of the ideas may be a little more “high-tech” than you’re planning for your blog, but this is a useful article nonetheless.
Why Blog Post Frequency Does Not Matter Anymore – Never fear! You do not need to chain yourself to a computer to maintain a blog.

And if you’re interested in more about blogging about professional ideas in the fields of library science or education:
10 Techniques for Finding Readers – This is geared toward how to join the blogosphere and engage in dialogue with colleagues.