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When Should an Article be a Spotlight Post?

August 5th 2008 02:51

Is there a particular factor that decides if an article is a "Spotlight Post"? Love to hear any ideas.

Janet

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Comment by jon

August 5th 2008 02:52

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You just need to designate a post as a spotlight post when you create or edit it. It's up to the blog moderator.

Comment by Morgan Bell

August 6th 2008 17:13

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hi Janet,

when i pick posts to be "spotlight posts" i often select those that i have put the most amount of effort into, the ones that took a long time to write or research, or contain material that im proud of

i have seen it suggested that a "spotlight post" could include something you would direct new readers to look at in order for them to get an idea about the purpose or style of the blog, or some handy insights into the writer (ie you) . . . so perhaps your debut "intro" post or a FAQ or something that you think epitomises your intentions

personally i try to put my less popular posts as "spotlights" to generate interest in the articles that didnt rate as well when first posted . . . this also gives some variety for my readers so the "spotlight" and "popular" lists dont double up with the same posts

another thing i sometimes do is put articles on topics i consider to be important as "spotlights" . . . things that contain information i think people should read, like community service announcements about subjects i think are worthwhile (eg: factsheets on homophobia, environmental warnings, promotions for events or products)

i hope all that helps

im sure as you browse around you will see everyone has a different system and they change their spotlights from time to time

Comment by Cibbuano

August 7th 2008 22:28

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Generally, I use the spotlight posts selection to indicate movies that are about to come out, or that play in film festivals, or that are about to come out on DVD. I like the idea of using the spotlight posts category like a sort of 'Best of'.

Comment by Janet Collins

August 8th 2008 01:17

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Jon, Morgan and Cibbuano

Thank you all for your comments on this post. I was always a little unsure about the "Spotlight" post and your comments clarified a few things for me.

Cheers

Janet

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