One of the wishes I received during the Work at Home Moms Talk Radio Business Christmas Wish 2008 was from a mom who wished for blog mentoring.
This mom wanted to learn the ropes of blogging. Working with WordPress, developing a good blogging plan, promoting through social networks, etc.
At first I thought the wish was ‘too big‘ to be granted. Then it occurred to me that she would be a perfect candidate for a blogging internship.
I’ve worked with a few interns in the last year or so. My first experience was with a podcasting intern which turned out very well. After that I worked with a couple of VAs who wanted to gain some experience working with an internet marketer.
In each case the situation was win win. In exchange for their project support for a specific period of time, I provided training, coaching and access to valuable learning resources.
So when someone wants to learn something from the ground up, I think an internship is a great way to get it.
I just happened to have a blog that needed some TLC and since this mom didn’t have a blog to work with yet I suggested the idea of a blogging internship. She jumped at the idea!
We have set up a list of learning objectives including:
- Wordpess Skills
- Develop a Daily Blogging Habit
- Using Social Networks to Promote Blog
- Developing Relationships with other Bloggers
- Writing a Great ‘About Me’ Page
- Locate and Promote Affiliate Programs
Things got started yesterday with an introduction to the WordPress Dashboard and a discussion of blogging culture. We continued today with an introduction to Twitter. We have three months to spend together and I’m pretty geeked about it. I love blogging and enjoy teaching others about WordPress.
Follow my intern (Sharon Trombly) on Twitter: @familyfoodies
You can read her introductory post at Family Foodies 
4 Responses to “What is a Blog Internship?”
Alyssa
1 year ago
Very cool! Kelly you’re always an inspiration!
Jessica Colon
1 year ago
Kelly I think this is a great idea. I am actually thinking of getting my step-mom involved in a blogging internship to help her learn so she can eventually start a blog of her own.
You cease to amaze me with your ideas! You are always thinking outside of the box. I want to be like you when I grow up
MommaDJane
1 year ago
I love this idea! I need to learn WP since I am moving from blogger to WP within the next week. Kind of scary but the thought of a blog internship is a great idea. I am also always looking for a VA position. Let me know if I could ever be of any help!
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Sharon Trombly
1 year ago
Kelly, thanks so much for the blogging internship! I am learning that to be an effective blogger you must have sincere passion for your topic and dedication to being social with others for marketing purposes.
Your patience with me is most appreciated!
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