How to blog by Merlin Mann | Broadcasting Brain

Posted in blogging by markdykeman on September 16th, 2008

Merlin Mann is the guy behind 43Folders.com, among other creative things like podcasting and such.

He’s created a cool slideshow that you might want to check out.

Here’s the essence of his message:

Find your obsession

Every day, explain it to

one person you respect

Edit everything, skip shortcuts

And try not to be a dick

Get better

Yup. That’s it. Works for me.

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Cath Lawson says:

September 16, 2008 at 2:31 pm

Hi Mark – I like these tips better than the long drawn out pages on how to be a better blogger. They get straight to the point & explain everything really well.
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Mark Dykeman says:

September 16, 2008 at 4:25 pm

Yes, very effective.
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