We have all heard the term "Blog" but what is it about?

A blog is a frequently updated online personal journal or diary. It is a place to express yourself to the world. A place to share your thoughts and your passions. Really, it’s anything you want it to be. For our purposes we’ll say that a blog is your own website that you are going to update on an ongoing basis. Blog is a short form for the word weblog and the two words are used interchangeably.

You may be asking why anyone would want to have their own blog. We believe the answer lies in the fact that every human has a voice and wishes their voice to be heard. The Internet is a medium that is unparalleled in its reach. Never before have average people like you or me been able to reach a global audience with so little trouble. Bloggers have the opportunity of reaching hundreds or even thousands of people each and every day. Blogs can be about any topic, from health to political humor to cooking.

However, for you - ASLP fellows and contributors - blogging is a way to reach out and offers an opportunity for collaborative conversation, easy sharing of information and open discussions.

Always ensure your blog title is clear and descriptive of the content held in your post. Readers will have the opportunity to leave a comment and open the platform for future discussions. The 'blogger' or individual who posts content will have the option of allowing comments to be visible below the blog for security purposes. 

If you require any assistance with blogging on the hub, comment below or email me. Happy Blogging!

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