Blogging Etiquette Write original articles. Do not plagiarize/steal/copy someone else’s content or ideas. Putting a new spin on a subject is one thing, but downright copying someone else’s ideas is not right. If you can’t think of something to write about, don’t publish until you do. Give credit where credit is due. If what another blogger wrote inspires a post, make mention of the post, and create a link back to your inspiration. Check and recheck your grammar and spelling. Although some typos may slip through, try your hardest to provide a post with proper grammar and spelling. Your blog is a reflection on you and your credibility. If need be, have someone proofread for you. If you leave a comment on another blog, try to add value to the post/topic. Saying “great post” is not value. If you can’t find something valuable to say, don’t comment. Try to avoid “off topic” comments. If you comment on other blogs, do not post negative comments. Your comment is a reflection of you. Negative comments are hurtful and do not add value.
If someone visits your blog, and leaves a comment, make time to visit their blog as well. It’s common courtesy. If you cannot identify with