Introduction to Cause Blogging Series

This series is for anyone interested in promoting an idea or non-commercial message via blogs. Nonprofits, volunteers, activists and collectively who I call “cause enthusiasts” can all find many benefits in blogging.

Part 1: What is a blog?

  • A basic definition
  • A brief history of blogging
  • Blogging today
  • Types of blogs

Part 2: Who are cause bloggers?

  • Nonprofit organizations
  • Associations or coalitions
  • Government or political
  • Corporations
  • Everyday advocates

Part 3: What are the benefits of cause blogging?

  • Information and Advocacy
  • Publicity
  • Website traffic
  • Personality
  • Building relationships

Part 4: How can blogging get results?

  • Goal setting
  • Tracking goals
  • Measuring return on investment
  • Short and long term achievements
  • Improving results with focused blasts

Part 5: How do I set up a blog?

  • Choosing a website name (domain)
  • Getting a webhost
  • Setting up a blog on WordPress