As mentioned in my description, I created this blog as a result of an assignment. Before entering the PR program I had already created a personal blog that I use as a tool for venting. My writing has improved since starting this program and I find myself writing short stories and having better communication with people, but blogging isn't for me.
I am not a consistent blogger nor do I find most of the news interesting. I don't have much of an opinion for media issues but I do find case studies interesting. Some people just aren't meant for blogging. Guess what, THAT'S OKAY. Not everyone has a knack for writing but everyone has their own skills they have perfected. When working in PR not every position requires you to have a blog. It is much easier to update social media or sit down and focus on a specific writing piece than it is to form an opinion on something you don't really care for. Businesses need jacks of all trades and specialists to be successful so no one should feel discouraged if they can't blog.
Certain careers do require PR people to run the company's blog and that is a choice someone makes when applying. If you aren't interested in blogging, don't associate with it unless you are looking to improve. Blogging isn't for all companies so there are PR positions available for people like me. You wouldn't expect to see a blog for a pharmaceutical company for sore joints, but you would for a College.
My point is that blogging isn't everyone, but there is something out there for all. Play up your strengths and work on your weaknesses because someone could always use your talent.
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