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		<description><![CDATA[Your blog is all for you and your readers, so define your target audience, please them and enjoy yourself.
• The look
Spend time looking for the right template: You DO NOT want to change it later.
The look and feel as well as the usability of your blog will set readers’ first impression.
Play around: Change the text [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Your blog is all for you and your readers, so define your target audience, please them and enjoy yourself.</p>
<p><strong>• The look</strong><br />
Spend time looking for the right template: You DO NOT want to change it later.<br />
The look and feel as well as the usability of your blog will set readers’ first impression.<br />
Play around: Change the text and background colours, the fonts, the sizes…until you are happy with the result.</p>
<p><strong>• The content</strong><br />
Content is king. Look for news, shock your readers, make them smile, open debates… Keep it fun and meaningful.<br />
Use relevant add-ons to find new sources and automatic updates.</p>
<p><strong>• The style</strong><br />
The main difference between your blog and the next one is YOU.<br />
Choose a style and stick to it.<br />
Have a voice but be open to discussion.</p>
<p><strong>• The bloggers rules</strong><br />
- KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid)<br />
- Choose a topic and stick to it<br />
- Content is king<br />
- Create value for your readers<br />
- Think WIIFM: “What’s In It For Me?”.<br />
- Use clear headlines<br />
- Link often and mention sources<br />
- Return comments<br />
- Tell a bit about yourself<br />
- Have a voice<br />
- Make it easy to interact<br />
- Make it easy to contact you<br />
- Be consistent<br />
- Write clearly<br />
- Proofread</p>
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