Why Not To Blog

Many bloggers preach about the benefits of blogging for business, personal fulfillment, networking, social media participation, etc. The list could go on and on and I 100% agree with all of them. The satisfaction and personal/business gain can be incredible. But, one thing you should know once you jump into the world of blogging is that there are times when you should step away from the keyboard. Here are a few:

• You’re tired
• You’re happy hour went a few drinks too long
• Writer’s block has set in
• Experiencing a period of high stress
• No inspiration
• You’re angry, sad, or just plain grumpy
• No topic grabs your interest
• You’re trying to squeeze in too little time to produce quality work
• You’re watching the kids and trying to write a post
• Your passion is taking a day off

Remember, no post is better than a low-quality post. Your readers and community are subscribed to you because they value the message you deliver. When that message is compromised for any reason, it may be time to take a day or two off.