The Obvious Truth About Blogging
Executive Summary:
- Blogging often involves stating the obvious
- New audiences can benefit from familiar ideas
- Tone and anecdote can make a familiar idea more relatable
The Internet’s Verdict: 60% Hyped, 40% Skeptical
The Curse of Knowledge
As one forum user noted,
> So it must be that a key ingredient to blogging is simple: have a willingness to state something that seems obvious to you but nobody else is saying it.
This concept is closely related to the Curse of Knowledge, where experienced individuals assume their knowledge is common.
Original Thoughts are Rare
A PhD mathematician pointed out,
on a statistical level, it is fair to say no one ever has any original thoughts, and the ones most capable of elucidating existing ideas can be the ones least motivated to do so.
This highlights the importance of presentation and tone in making familiar ideas engaging.
Reinventing the Wheel
Another user commented,
I was never a prolific blogger. I do write a LOT internally at work and I write very long messages in group chats. With the advent of LLMs, I’ve felt even less need to publish publicly.
This sentiment is shared by many who feel that their ideas may not be original or valuable enough to share with a wider audience.
The Value of Simplicity
A user planning to write about the
seven cardinal sins of blogs about basics
emphasized the importance of remembering the target audience and avoiding unnecessary complexity.
Focus Keyword: Blogging Truth
