Building a blog requires plenty enthusiasm on the part of the blogger for many reasons. Blogging sites come and go on the internet due primarily to the time it takes to make a successful blog. The ones that do succeed however generally because they have a passion for what they write about and this makes the building process much more tolerable. This same passion however also reflects in the quality of their efforts which ultimately is what makes the site so popular.
Building a blog can be a long and trying process for anyone who does not have a passion for what they blog about. This is the single biggest reason so many blogging sites come and go on the internet, the blogger gave up. On the other hand, when you have a passion for what you write about this will not only make the process more tolerable, but it also reflects in the quality of your efforts and the way visitors receive you.
The reasons why it is necessary to have a passion for blogging are:
Attraction
If you sincerely have a passion for what you write about it will come through in the way you present your content. Your enthusiasm believe it or not will act as a magnet and can be very contagious with those who read what you wrote.
Engagement
The deeper your own personal interest in any topic the more insights and opinions you will tend to share. People typically are drawn to blogging sites that offer information about topics they are interested in and find the opinions of others to be even more engaging. It is human nature to compare your own beliefs and even values with those of others. The result is when sharing your own opinions as a blogger you will likely further engage the people who read your updates serving to make your site more popular.
Deliver the Goods
Being passionate about your topic usually reflects in the quality of what you post and this is something readers enjoy and appreciate. Furthermore having a personal interest will also serve to help you maintain your efforts since these same efforts are also serving your personal needs as well. Consistency and quality of effort are two things every successful blog needs since this is what people look for and when they find it they continue to return.
Interaction
When anybody is passionate about something they want to share and compare with others. On a blog this leads towards more interaction which helps to develop a greater sense of community which fosters relationship building. The exchange of ideas is also a great way to increase ones own understanding and knowledge of the subject which is the primary intent of most blogging sites.
Enjoyment
The result of interacting with like minded people about a subject you have an interest is an increase in the enjoyment of all participants. The blogger is further motivated by the successful results while visitors are thoroughly enjoying the education and new found camaraderie they are experiencing. This is a good cycle to be in and is what makes any successful blog as popular as they are.