Here’s some reasons why lists can be good for your site or blog:
1. Lists are Scannable - online readers are notoriously lazy. A list helps communicate a number of points quickly and easily.
2. Lists keep posts succinct - there is something about a list that keeps you from rambling.
3. Lists are easy to link to - most of the links to the link above simply summarize the list (giving the keypoints) - bloggers seem to like linking up in this manner.
4. Lists can be more comprehensive.
5. Lists are persuasive - if you want to mount a case for something quickly presenting numerous arguments in a list can be quite convincing.
6. Lists can add to the ease of writing - I like writing in lists because they break down my thoughts into bite sized pieces which is good not only for readers but me as a writer as I consider how to express myself.
7. Lists as Memes - Lists can start “epidemics of ideas”. For the above reasons (and others - bloggers seem to love linking to lists and as a result they have the ability to spread quickly.

Using lists on your blog as part of your writing mix is an worthwhile strategy.

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