I never use expletives when I write. I can't see the point.If you can't make your idea / opinion known / clear without having to resort to the use of expletives, then I would have to question your abilities as a writer. Twenty Major's use of the expletive is interesting, as he does it in a particular manner. The first couple of times I read him I was offended on certain levels, … [Read more...] about Why I Won’t Use Expletives
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Top Fifty Most Influential Bloggers
Via Digg the top fifty most influential bloggers is a fascinating read. Unlike so many of those lists you see this one has been laid out clearly and explains exactly who each person is and why they may be considered important.You'll probably recognise some of the names, but a lot of the others are probably better known by the sites they run or started. … [Read more...] about Top Fifty Most Influential Bloggers
Comments You Shouldn’t Publish
If you are running a blog of any size you will get odd comments from time to time.I've had several over the years that were from people who misunderstood my relationship with the subject I was writing about.I don't work for Sky, but someone posted a comment that was obviously directed at them - not me.The other day someone posted a comment about their son's driving test, … [Read more...] about Comments You Shouldn’t Publish
Blogroll Due Soon
Since I moved to MT I haven't had a blogroll in the sidebar. In some ways I don't really miss it, but it did have its uses. In any case it will hopefully be reinstated over the next couple of days as part of my revamp .... … [Read more...] about Blogroll Due Soon
Blogging Tips and Tricks
I've been a fan of Darren Rowse's Problogger for a long time. I may not get to read each and every post, but I do try to keep up.Today he's got a very nice roundup of 98 tips from bloggers which is well worth a read.On a sidenote this month's Computers In Business features an article by Adam Maguire on social networking, blogging etc., with a side-panel by yours truly :) … [Read more...] about Blogging Tips and Tricks