blog directories, mentions in other blogs, social media sites like Digg or Technorati). I’ve spent as much time talking clients out of starting a blog as I’ve spent talking them into a blog. If you hate to write (or can’t pay someone else to do it), can’t find the time to write, or don’t think you have anything to say, save yourself the heartache and don’t start a blog. If you want to get clients from the internet and are willing to write (or pay someone to do it), blogging is a great way to get people into your sales funnel. A blog is a great way to build relationships online. Benefits.