Comments on: So You Want To Be a Blogger?

By: ND McCray

ND McCray — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 14:47:09 +0000

Great post! I’d add…be passionate about your subject. If there isn’t any love for what you’re blogging about, it’ll show in your writing.

For me, writing came first; music was a by-product. My blog showcases my love for all types of music, and the passion I have for writing about it.

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By: Eva

Eva — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:17:00 +0000

Thanks afrobella, this is a really informative post and I’d love to put some of your points into practice. I appreciate all the time that goes into the blogs that I read – they’re inspirational.

But I also agree with post 44.

Where are the bloggers who just write because it’s fun? Or because they need to get something off their chest? I think I fall into the category of blogging for my own wellbeing not for readership (which is lucky because readership is low – lol).

I guess I’m just wondering if anyone still blogs in a less than hardcore manner?

By: toi

toi — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:21:53 +0000

thanks to claire@ thefashionbomb for linking this through twitter. afrobella, you seem like such a sweet woman. and this post was muy informative. thanks!!!

By: The Fashion Bomb

The Fashion Bomb — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 23:55:23 +0000

Hey Bella,
Am doing my blog catch up duties right now, and just like the blogger you described in point 1, it’s 1am here inParis and I’m just decompressing from a long day of coming up with fresh posts (and walking by the Eiffel Tower by I digress).
I started my blog (The Fashion Bomb) in 2006, like you, and I can’t stress enough how important it is to have blogging buddies. You don’t have to be persistent or try too hard, just…real recognizes real. I can recognize a great blogger and am happy to support and usually it goes both ways.
I also can’t agree more about the sisterhood. I meet SO MANY people who are sooo ubercompetitive who don’t realize that pple can click on 50 sites a day if they like and revisit each one every day. I have hundreds of fashion, beauty, gossip sites bookmarked and each serves a different function…which means there’s room out there for everyone.
All I’d say is to try not to be too competitive…give and it comes right on back to ya. And I’ll be honest, the bloggers in the past who were too snobby or stingy don’t exist anymore. Just an observation.
Keep it fab!!
xx,
Claire

By: blackgirlgrown

blackgirlgrown — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 23:24:30 +0000

This is a great post! I’ve been at this for a little less than a year now and am still navigating my way. But want to thank you for being one of the first bloggers to add me to your blogroll – that was major for me (and my site’s traffic)!

Thank you again, and thanks for the tips!

bgg

By: Gina

Gina — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:00:10 +0000

Thanks for this post Bella! It’s so helpful. I started blogging in July. It’s tons of work. I’m having fun with it. I would tell a new blogger not to feel like they have to post everyday right away. Build your blog, voice and readership. Also, It never hurts to just be yourself. We’re all unique so even if you’re blogging about the same topic as many other bloggers, no one can be you.

By: MoniMoni

MoniMoni — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:10:06 +0000

Hi Bella!

Long time since I have posted, but you have been an inspiration to me from the first time I read your blog (about 2 years ago I think).

I’m a blogger (just started on July 4th!) and a longtime reader of your blog! Thanks for posting this as I am reading up on all the tips I can.

I am also writing about what interests me, but I am interested in also posting about individuals who are creative whether they are writing, painting, sewing, etc. I’m loving this and I’m in the process of purchasing a laptop just so I can post when I go to work! Thanks for the tips Bella!

By: Necole

Necole — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:34:42 +0000

What a fabulous post! I’ve been a blogger for a couple of months now and I agree with many of the bloggers who have commented before me; blogging definitely takes up a great deal of your time…..

So, I created a blog that covers all things creative (something that I am passionate about). Although, I devote many hours towards my blog each week, it’s still fun for me because I am writing about people and things that I love:)

This has been my first visit to your site Bella~ I will definitely be back for more:)

By: Georgia Peche

Georgia Peche — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 04:28:29 +0000

This post is so right. I initially started my blog as an online diary, but not too personal. I just did it for fun. Last year I revamped it and tried to put in ads and add pictures to my post. Hard work. I just don’t have the time. One can also run into not being specific enough to be recognized for the subjects you discuss. I am glad that I was recognized to post on a specific website, but I was initially aiming at products and fashion. I discuss a wide range of topics, so eventually I may get picked for other websites, but for now I haven’t posted anything recent and don’t know when I the next time is because I have been busy working. Blogging is definitely a full time job, in it’s own right.