Is It Too Late To Start A Blog In 2020?
By: Marguerite Faure
Tags: Startup, Entrepreneurship, Freelancers, Work From Home, Work From Home Jobs

Is It Too Late To Start A Blog In 2020?

Four Reasons Why You Should Create Rather Than Consume

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The excuses for starting a blog can send your mind on a mental marathon of self-doubt. Everything from, it’s all been said, the future of blogging is dim, and the competition is ruthless. The list of reasons why it’s a bad idea is exhausting.

However, that’s the final piece of negativity that you will be hearing from me. Let’s jump straight to the light at the end of the tunnel.

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Ease of Starting a Blog

These days, everyone has had plenty of practice on a variety of social media platforms. Without being fully aware of it, you may have been practicing and absorbing short-form blogging content for a while now.

All it takes is actioning the first step of choosing where you want to host your blog. Most platforms offer a free version of their platform for you to use while you are starting out.

Money isn’t an excuse. Technical skills, well, that’s hardly something to stress about with all the free templates that are offered to you regardless of which platform you decide to host your blog on.

I started my first blog in 2010. Back then, I was the only person I knew with a blog. Navigating my way around the platform which I hosted my blog on was simple. But if I think back to it- my blog looked about as good as those nasty websites people were making back in the early 2000s. Remember when it was cool to add a soundtrack to your website? No? That’s because it was never cool. But I still did my best to bring the vibe to my blog.

Also, there are free versions of editing software that can assist you with forming grammatically correct articles. If you were worried about typos- you can even get free help with that now.

Take-home point: Anyone, with a computer and a functioning internet connection can create a blog.

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Time Spent Online

With people spending up to 10 hours a day online, we should be asking ourselves a question: Do we want to spend the majority of our time-consuming content or creating content?

Creating content gives you the space to share information that you are passionate about, but also to cement your opinions on specific topics. By taking the time to research information, you are able to form well-rounded viewpoints that could enhance your own understanding. As a result, you may also be making the process easier for someone else to understand too.

Your free time could be used to absorb value or create it. Either way, people are spending a lot of time online and the demand for quality content is through the roof.

Take-home Point: To consume or to create- the choice is yours.

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Trends and Topics

With so much volatility in the world, there is always something new to talk about. Trends and ideas are changing like the weather.

Also, people gravitate to different types of people. You may have a talent at communicating a certain form of content in the perfect way that someone has been searching for.

There is always space for valuable content. Also, there is space for fresh takes on topics.

If you are unsatisfied with the quality of content available, or if the tone that the content is communicated frustrated you- do something about it.

The big names in certain niches may have babies, go on holiday or become complacent. When focus shifts, if you have spent time creating value, you could benefit from the opening.

Take-home Tip: Don’t be a copycat. Find your own spin on a topic and use your voice to create value.

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The Foundation for Future Revenue

If your goal is to make money online, a blog is a great foundation to direct traffic.

Whether you hope to write a book one day, or to create an online course, your blog is a space for you to practice what you are passionate about.

There is also an opportunity for affiliate marketing and ad revenue.

The blogging world is a lot more interactive than you may be aware of. You can collaborate with other bloggers and link to their site, as well as have them send links to yours.

Take-home point: This does not happen overnight. You have to consistently provide valuable content for a long period of time before you earn anything from blogging.

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Conclusion

There is always room for fresh takes on old topics and for new voices in the blogging world.

Think about the music industry. At some point, it may feel like all the songs sound the same. Then, one brave soul decides to create a new sound in the highly competitive industry.

It is unlikely that their first song would be a hit, however, with perseverance and consistent great singles, over time, they will build a dedicated audience.

The same is true for blogging.

Find your own voice, communicate authentically, and be consistent.

The more you practice, the more committed you will become to the success of your blog.

Before you know it, you will change your question from starting your blog to growing your blog.

Marketing and promoting your blog is the next step.

But like I said, the choice is yours. As thankful as I am that you chose to consume this content, it is now time for you to go create your first piece.

Good luck.