4 Benefits of Blogging

I believe that most people want to grow personally and professionally. But you and I both know that it’s easier to read about and talk about growth than it is to actually do it. If it were easy – everyone would be doing it all the time.

Life is far too short to coast – even for a moment. Your life and legacy are immensely important to so many who are ready for you to lead with passion and intentionality.

I want to grow and lead with purpose – which is one of the 3 reasons I started a blog. And I want to inspire you to grow on purpose, to live more effectively, to develop influence, and to lead your tribe. I want you to know that you can grow intentionally and lead today.

So my posts are generally related to one of 4 topics – personal growth, organizational growth, leadership, and coaching. Although I’ve conducted significant academic research and written scholarly articles, I write this blog in a practical and casual style. I’m more comfortable that way – you are too!

Although I began blogging for 3 reasons, I’ve realized that there are several other byproducts of blogging. Here are the four benefits of blogging:

It has helped me how to…

1. Raise my organization’s visibility. Thousands of individuals read my blog each month. I have received scores of emails and comments from people who had never heard of FBC Midlothian before coming across my blog. My blog also puts a face to the organization to develop more personal and professional connections.

2. Articulate vision. One of my primary reasons for starting the blog was to clarify and articulate my thinking and my vision to my team and others in my organization and in the marketplace. It’s been a great way to communicate what I’m learning on a regular basis.

3. Network with people who can help me. I’ve learned that I simply will not be effective in my life and work if I try to do everything on my own. We’ll work smarter together than we can apart. Through the blog, I am able to learn from those who are facing similar challenges and growing through them.

4. Coach the next generation of leaders. I’m learning to accept the fact that I’m getting old! It’s not all bad. My experience is allowing me to coach current and future leaders on a regular basis – this is the most fulfilling part of my work!

I believe that most people want to grow personally and professionally. But you and I both know that it’s easier to read about and talk about growth than it is to actually do it. If it were easy – everyone would be doing it all the time.

Question: Are these what you thought they would be? What would you add to the list? Share your ideas in the comments.