Comments on: The value of blogging http://www.marcomblog.com/2007/01/28/the-value-of-blogging/ Marcom - Marketing Communications :: PR/Marcom Pros Mentoring Students Sat, 06 Sep 2008 01:49:12 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.2 By: Susan Getgood http://www.marcomblog.com/2007/01/28/the-value-of-blogging/#comment-19846 Susan Getgood Fri, 16 Nov 2007 05:21:57 +0000 http://www.marcomblog.com/2007/01/28/the-value-of-blogging/#comment-19846 Well, I cannot tell you how flattered I am that you both found this older post and wanted to comment. I'm glad it was helpful. Well, I cannot tell you how flattered I am that you both found this older post and wanted to comment. I’m glad it was helpful.

]]> By: Kathryn http://www.marcomblog.com/2007/01/28/the-value-of-blogging/#comment-19845 Kathryn Fri, 16 Nov 2007 05:19:11 +0000 http://www.marcomblog.com/2007/01/28/the-value-of-blogging/#comment-19845 Though this post was written for the spring semester, I feel that it was a good refresher for me. I have always heard that the way to become a good writer is to read good writing. But I agree to actually progress and enhance writing skills, you must write. One thing that has helped me throughout this semester the most is having to write when I don't feel like it. When I am not in the mood to write, but I have to because of a fast approaching due date is when I feel I progress. It is the pushing through and forcing myself to do that has made me feel more comfortable. I have somehow gained the confidence that I could sit down and write anything that is needed whenever it is needed. So, even though at times I absolutely having to sit down and blog I know that in the end it will be beneficial. Though this post was written for the spring semester, I feel that it was a good refresher for me. I have always heard that the way to become a good writer is to read good writing. But I agree to actually progress and enhance writing skills, you must write. One thing that has helped me throughout this semester the most is having to write when I don’t feel like it. When I am not in the mood to write, but I have to because of a fast approaching due date is when I feel I progress. It is the pushing through and forcing myself to do that has made me feel more comfortable. I have somehow gained the confidence that I could sit down and write anything that is needed whenever it is needed. So, even though at times I absolutely having to sit down and blog I know that in the end it will be beneficial.

]]> By: Elizabeth http://www.marcomblog.com/2007/01/28/the-value-of-blogging/#comment-19842 Elizabeth Fri, 16 Nov 2007 04:25:03 +0000 http://www.marcomblog.com/2007/01/28/the-value-of-blogging/#comment-19842 I know that this post was meant for last spring semester, but I feel that it applies to me just as well. I have really enjoyed blogging. I do appreciate the acknowledgement that traditional forms of public relations, such as writing and pitching, are not practiced nearly enough. Blogging definitely is a double-edged sword. It allows people to practice writing, but in the same instance, it allows any and everyone the opportunity to be an author. In addition to that, the published material goes global just by clicking a mouse. I agree, blogging is a must!! I know that this post was meant for last spring semester, but I feel that it applies to me just as well. I have really enjoyed blogging. I do appreciate the acknowledgement that traditional forms of public relations, such as writing and pitching, are not practiced nearly enough. Blogging definitely is a double-edged sword. It allows people to practice writing, but in the same instance, it allows any and everyone the opportunity to be an author. In addition to that, the published material goes global just by clicking a mouse. I agree, blogging is a must!!

]]> By: K. Barrett http://www.marcomblog.com/2007/01/28/the-value-of-blogging/#comment-18413 K. Barrett Thu, 27 Sep 2007 04:45:12 +0000 http://www.marcomblog.com/2007/01/28/the-value-of-blogging/#comment-18413 Going into my senior year taking all PR classes, I have noticed that my writing skills are the key component when it comes to achieving success in both my classes and my future career. Society becomes more and more reliant on written communication as Internet development continues to progress at a rapid pace. We have come a long way from dial-up and the only means of sending messages being our AOL email. The world-wide Web now hosts numerous social networking Web sites that appeal to all types of individuals from teenagers to elderly businessmen. There is the use of online instant messaging and the growing popularity of the gchat application. Also, we can't forget blogging! No matter how many communication mediums already exist on the Web, new innovations are going to continue to steadily appear. Whether we are writing an email, a blog or even a Facebook message, we are constantly communicating with others through a written medium and thats why we need to hone our skills so that we can become confident in our writing. Your writing is a clear indication of your thoughts, who you are and how you would like to portray yourself to others. I hope over the next few months I can further develop my writing skills so that I can reach a point at which I can produce something that I am confident and proud to post or send. Going into my senior year taking all PR classes, I have noticed that my writing skills are the key component when it comes to achieving success in both my classes and my future career. Society becomes more and more reliant on written communication as Internet development continues to progress at a rapid pace. We have come a long way from dial-up and the only means of sending messages being our AOL email. The world-wide Web now hosts numerous social networking Web sites that appeal to all types of individuals from teenagers to elderly businessmen. There is the use of online instant messaging and the growing popularity of the gchat application. Also, we can’t forget blogging! No matter how many communication mediums already exist on the Web, new innovations are going to continue to steadily appear.

Whether we are writing an email, a blog or even a Facebook message, we are constantly communicating with others through a written medium and thats why we need to hone our skills so that we can become confident in our writing. Your writing is a clear indication of your thoughts, who you are and how you would like to portray yourself to others. I hope over the next few months I can further develop my writing skills so that I can reach a point at which I can produce something that I am confident and proud to post or send.

]]> By: Justin Murray http://www.marcomblog.com/2007/01/28/the-value-of-blogging/#comment-9339 Justin Murray Mon, 26 Feb 2007 03:15:40 +0000 http://www.marcomblog.com/2007/01/28/the-value-of-blogging/#comment-9339 I am understanding blogging so much more and actually just wrote about successful blogging in my blog site. Not only is it helping me in understanding P.R. but I am getting writing practice which i need. Even though work is work I am enjoying writing more each day. The main thing that I am enjoying the most from this class is my interest in the news. I find myself turning on the news almost everytime I get by my tv.(specially if nothing is on ESPN). The other thing I learned about blogging is that the writing dosn't have to long as long as it is interesting. I am looking foward to more blogging, not only for P.R. class but to better my writing skills. Thank you for your blog through Marcom and have a good day. I am understanding blogging so much more and actually just wrote about successful blogging in my blog site. Not only is it helping me in understanding P.R. but I am getting writing practice which i need.

Even though work is work I am enjoying writing more each day. The main thing that I am enjoying the most from this class is my interest in the news. I find myself turning on the news almost everytime I get by my tv.(specially if nothing is on ESPN). The other thing I learned about blogging is that the writing dosn’t have to long as long as it is interesting. I am looking foward to more blogging, not only for P.R. class but to better my writing skills. Thank you for your blog through Marcom and have a good day.

]]> By: Hayley http://www.marcomblog.com/2007/01/28/the-value-of-blogging/#comment-9269 Hayley Sat, 24 Feb 2007 18:07:27 +0000 http://www.marcomblog.com/2007/01/28/the-value-of-blogging/#comment-9269 Through writing in blogs, not only have I become more aware of what is going on in the pr/social media world, but I have become a better writer. At first it was very annoying and I didn't enjoy it all. Now I actually love doing it and do it out of hobby at various blog sites. Although, I do have a question for you: how do you judge the validity of a blog site? I know there are several factors that go into it, such as the writing, the source, the information, and so on. How do you yourself judge and critique a blog site? What methods/steps do you use? Blogging has instilled within me an incentive to write that otherwise would not be there. Writing used to only be "busy work" to me - I never thought it would be something I would enjoy and want to do everyday. There are several times that I am not sure what to write/blog about though. What are your suggestions for when someone is lost on what to write about? I appreciate all of your input and help through Marcom! Thanks and hope you have a great day! Yay for writing. Through writing in blogs, not only have I become more aware of what is going on in the pr/social media world, but I have become a better writer. At first it was very annoying and I didn’t enjoy it all. Now I actually love doing it and do it out of hobby at various blog sites.

Although, I do have a question for you: how do you judge the validity of a blog site? I know there are several factors that go into it, such as the writing, the source, the information, and so on. How do you yourself judge and critique a blog site? What methods/steps do you use?

Blogging has instilled within me an incentive to write that otherwise would not be there. Writing used to only be “busy work” to me - I never thought it would be something I would enjoy and want to do everyday. There are several times that I am not sure what to write/blog about though. What are your suggestions for when someone is lost on what to write about?

I appreciate all of your input and help through Marcom! Thanks and hope you have a great day! Yay for writing.

]]> By: Virginia http://www.marcomblog.com/2007/01/28/the-value-of-blogging/#comment-9234 Virginia Fri, 23 Feb 2007 17:02:59 +0000 http://www.marcomblog.com/2007/01/28/the-value-of-blogging/#comment-9234 I understand your connection with writing in blogs and writing for press releases. I don't know if it's just me or not, but I have always felt that any writing I do in my blog is much more informal than any writing I would hopefully do in a press release. Do you agree? However, I think writing is writing and that any practice we can get is good practice. I understand your connection with writing in blogs and writing for press releases. I don’t know if it’s just me or not, but I have always felt that any writing I do in my blog is much more informal than any writing I would hopefully do in a press release. Do you agree?
However, I think writing is writing and that any practice we can get is good practice.

]]> By: Liz R. http://www.marcomblog.com/2007/01/28/the-value-of-blogging/#comment-9218 Liz R. Fri, 23 Feb 2007 04:48:02 +0000 http://www.marcomblog.com/2007/01/28/the-value-of-blogging/#comment-9218 Susan, I enjoyed reading this post. In my first years of college, I was always nervous that after graduation I would not be prepared for the real world. As I approach graduation now I’m not as afraid. Robert’s class and similar classes are teaching us things we can really use in our future careers. I have also completed two internships that provided me with great learning opportunities. I particularly liked your advice about learning how to become a better writer. Although I believe that my classes and internships have given me experience, I feel that I could improve as a writer. One of my professors gave us the same advice about becoming a better writer. She also said that we should read good writing. Even if I don’t use blogging in my future career, I believe that it could improve my writing. Thanks for the advice! Susan,

I enjoyed reading this post. In my first years of college, I was always nervous that after graduation I would not be prepared for the real world. As I approach graduation now I’m not as afraid. Robert’s class and similar classes are teaching us things we can really use in our future careers. I have also completed two internships that provided me with great learning opportunities.

I particularly liked your advice about learning how to become a better writer. Although I believe that my classes and internships have given me experience, I feel that I could improve as a writer. One of my professors gave us the same advice about becoming a better writer. She also said that we should read good writing. Even if I don’t use blogging in my future career, I believe that it could improve my writing. Thanks for the advice!

]]> By: Kristina Wilburn http://www.marcomblog.com/2007/01/28/the-value-of-blogging/#comment-8888 Kristina Wilburn Wed, 14 Feb 2007 19:36:29 +0000 http://www.marcomblog.com/2007/01/28/the-value-of-blogging/#comment-8888 The field of public relations is definitely evolving, but that doesn't make the traditional way of practicing PR dead. Using new technologies can only enhance and add to traditional practices. Social media press releases contain a wealth of knowledge that hard, paper news releases cannot; but the knowledge and skill required to produce each remain the same. Writing well seems to be the most desired asset of public relations professionals. Several professionals told me to join the university paper or submit articles to my local newspaper. They say writing is the most important task in practicing effective public relations. Knowing how to craft a message and communicate to a selected audience proves helpful in new media and traditional public relations practices. The field of public relations is definitely evolving, but that doesn’t make the traditional way of practicing PR dead. Using new technologies can only enhance and add to traditional practices. Social media press releases contain a wealth of knowledge that hard, paper news releases cannot; but the knowledge and skill required to produce each remain the same.

Writing well seems to be the most desired asset of public relations professionals. Several professionals told me to join the university paper or submit articles to my local newspaper. They say writing is the most important task in practicing effective public relations. Knowing how to craft a message and communicate to a selected audience proves helpful in new media and traditional public relations practices.

]]> By: Sarah http://www.marcomblog.com/2007/01/28/the-value-of-blogging/#comment-8791 Sarah Mon, 12 Feb 2007 20:08:11 +0000 http://www.marcomblog.com/2007/01/28/the-value-of-blogging/#comment-8791 Someone once told me if you can write, you can do anything. I have never forgotten that because it just made sense. To learn almost anything in this world you have to be able to understand things you read and write the things you think so that others can understand you. The blogging exercises that Robert is having us do are valuable to us, I know. I know this because I can honestly say that if it wasn't for having to write my own blog, I would not read near as much as I do about PR. At least two or three times a week I sit down and go through the contributing bloggers sites (on Marcom), Google "PR in the news", and read Odwyer's site. On top of that, I am always watching Fox News and CNN to see if anything's happening in the world that I can write about and relate to PR. All this writing is a lot of work, but I know that we will be better informed and more prepared than many other graduates when we are competing for jobs in the PR world. Someone once told me if you can write, you can do anything. I have never forgotten that because it just made sense. To learn almost anything in this world you have to be able to understand things you read and write the things you think so that others can understand you. The blogging exercises that Robert is having us do are valuable to us, I know. I know this because I can honestly say that if it wasn’t for having to write my own blog, I would not read near as much as I do about PR. At least two or three times a week I sit down and go through the contributing bloggers sites (on Marcom), Google “PR in the news”, and read Odwyer’s site. On top of that, I am always watching Fox News and CNN to see if anything’s happening in the world that I can write about and relate to PR. All this writing is a lot of work, but I know that we will be better informed and more prepared than many other graduates when we are competing for jobs in the PR world.

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