I am also new to blogging - still learning the nuances. But I think regular quality posting coupled with personal touch is what makes a blog click. I am trying to learn from popular bloggers like John Chow, Shoe Money, Dosh Dosh and they provide high quality information with much personal touch.
As Sebastian mentions, its loyal readers who make a blog successful. So you can lead your forum readers to the blog and share your views with them and blogging also provide a great form of interaction,
So best of luck.
