To work as a professional blogger and podcaster, you typically need to:

• be a good writer;
• be self-motivated;
• be a good self-promoter;
• understand and know how to use the Internet and blogging/podcasting software; and
• be knowledgeable about a particular subject area.

Education after high school

There is no one way to become a professional blogger or podcaster. In most cases, bloggers and podcasters get their start by working a day job and promoting their blog or podcast in their spare time. Theoretically, you can become a professional blogger and podcaster with any level of education. However, because of the demand for polished writing and expertise in a subject area, most professional bloggers and podcasters have a college degree.

Work experience

In general, your day job may be what gives you the expertise you blog about. Writing, marketing, and website development experience is very helpful.