I'm seriously considering writing a blog, partially as a way to properly divulge some of my beliefs and interests surrounding culture, society and science, but also as a means of earning an income on the side. I have done a pretty decent amount of research on the basics of blogging, but I'm somewhat interesting in hearing minor tips and bits of wisdom from anyone who blogs, has attempted to run a blog or even from someone who just reads a lot of blogs.
Any advice? I am pretty much open to any advice, unconventional or trivial. Prefer to avoid discouraging comments though, no need for needless negativity here, but I also won't shy away from more realistic or utilitarian outlooks.