I'd never written a post and I'd DEFINITELY never posted a comment on a blog either. One of my favorite facts I've learned about them since is.....
The best thing about blogs is they aren't a one way form of communication.
Because it is possible to comment on the content presented, future presentations improve AND more importantly, a sense of community develops among those who regularly submit comments and the blog contributors.
Because a few members wanted to know, here is how YOU can submit your comments on a club blog post......
Once you've clicked on the post from the home page or clicked on comments, you are taken to the comments field for that particular post. Just enter your comment then click "Post a Comment".
Once you do this your comment goes live on the blog under that particular post. If you have a Google account, since Blogger is a Google app, your comment will go live immediately if you're signed in.
If you're making your first comment and don't have a Google account I suggest you create one (future RSS Reader related posts will explain why).
When selecting your profile choose Google from the dropdown menu then click "Post a Comment. You'll be taken to the screen below.
Click on "Create One Now" and you'll go to the following screen to get you started with a Google account.
Once this is done all you'll need do is make sure you're signed in to your Google Account when you'd like to post a comment. If you are, your comment will immediately go live.
Remember your first Toastmasters meeting?
I felt a little intimidated in a room full of accomplished speakers and leaders. Yet over the past three years, by doing what I feared and receiving feedback on every effort, my speaking and leadership skills have grown.
By regularly contributing your comments on blog posts your content creation and evaluation skills will grow. Not only that, but we'll also create an even deeper sense of community among our members and those searching the web for a way to improve their speaking and leadership will be drawn to us. That's how our community will grow.
So, what do you think? Are you ready to comment now?
Thanks Mel for these insights into blog comments. The comparison of a blog comment to a TM evaluation are very appropriate -- it's a positive two-way communication intended to both affirm and improve on the communicator's message. And we can get better at commenting with practice too.
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