Posted by
ChrisR on Thursday, November 08, 2007 11:47:45 AM
Note: some of the links in this blog post will point to past entries. Some of these entries have already been reposted on this blog.
If you are pretty new to Townhall.com blogging, or found this post becuase you are looking into starting a blog, this is the right place to start.
If you haven't done so already, you'll want to start by setting up your own blog - it's as easy as clicking on the "Create Your Own Blog" banner to the right, and following the three easy steps. By the way, once you have already set up your blog, clicking on the same banner on the left when you are logged in will take you to the blog post editing page. It's an easy and quick way to get your blog publishing tool when you find an interesting post from any of our other great Townhall.com bloggers to write about.
Once you have set it up, to get started with your first blog post, you will want to login to Townhall.com (if you were not already logged in) at http://townhall.com/secure/. Make sure your browser allows cookies. If you have found yourself having any sort of login difficulties, you might find this post helpful - Townhall.com account sign-in or log-in help.
Once you are logged in (you'll know you're logged in when you see a local radio call letters in the top right box on Townhall.com, or top left on your home page), you can browse the Create/Maintain your own blog oage where you can create new posts, edit old posts and manage your blog.
Below are links to articles you might find helpful in blogging at Townhall.com, including tips on posting YouTube videos, writing headlines, and much more. You'll want to check them out.
Attracting More Readers to your Townhall.com Blog
How To Attract More Readers - Part II
Most Common Blogging Mistakes
Writing Creative and Catchy Headlines
How To Get on the What's Hot List
Posting Videos and Pictures on Your Townhall.com Blog
If there is a topic or issue I haven't covered, please leave a comment and let me know. I am sure other Townhall.com bloggers won't mind offering their own advice.
Blogging is a powerful medium with the ponteiutal to increase your voice and influence in your community, as well as among other conservatives who frequent Townhall.com!
Happy blogging!