Blogs began as online journals where people shared their lives. But today, the goals are more professional. Most people now blog to promote their business or brand. This post highlights common reasons for blogging and the benefits. People love to share what they are passionate about. If you love fishing, you will want to tell the whole world about it. This goes for other things such as marketing, photography, etc. Blogging about what you love helps you connect with others who share your passion, all around the globe. A blog gives you a platform to teach others. As you do so, you will also be learning more about the subject. Educating through a blog can open a stream of income for you. Blogs for business owners increase exposure. Regular blog content earns you visibility in Google search results. And if you create content for other websites, you will expose your business to a new audience. Sharing what you know via a blog makes people view you as an authority. If you choose a specific niche, you may start getting invited to speak at events, podcasts and interviews.