LinkedIn & Facebook Fallacies
A fallacy is an error in reasoning that leads to an incorrect conclusion. There are many different types of fallacies, but they all involve making a flawed argument or mistake in logic that leads to an unsound conclusion.
Every financial adviser, CPA or attorney is being told by marketing firms around the country that they must have a blog on their web site to be relevant and attract leads. Is this true - or just a false dilemma fallacy.
This course is intended to show you the pros and cons of blogging in 2023.
It is estimated that there are millions of blogs on the internet. According to data from 2021, there were over 600 million active blogs on the blogging platform WordPress alone. The number of financial, investing and attorney blogs are increasing every day as professionals are being encouraged to post materials on the internet to attract leads.
While creating a blog can be a valuable way to share their knowledge and expertise, it can also come with some potential negatives including:
- Time and effort: Maintaining a blog requires a significant time commitment in order to research, write, and publish content regularly. This can be especially challenging for professionals who are already busy with work and other commitments.
- Reputation risk: A blog is a public forum, and the content that is published on it can be seen by anyone. If the content is not well-written, informative, or accurate, it can damage the professional’s reputation and credibility.
- Legal risks: Professionals who blog about topics related to their field may be at risk of legal liability if the content of their blog is perceived as offering professional advice or services. This can be especially true for financial advisers, attorneys, and other professionals who are regulated by state or federal laws.
- Competition: There may be a lot of competition among professionals in the same field who are also blogging, and it can be difficult to stand out and attract a large following.
Overall, while creating a blog can be a valuable way for professionals to share their expertise and connect with others, it is important to carefully consider the potential risks and challenges before embarking on this venture.
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