Create Your Own Blog
Are
you new to blogging? I remember when I first started blogging.
The site that I was blogging at which was in 2008 was hacked numerous
times. That was when I decided it was time to find another blog
site. I am so glad that I did.
1.
Content
When
I first started blogging I was told over and over content is so
important. It is important to post as much as you can when you can.
Now that may mean different things to different people. I see some
creating several posts a day while others may create a post a week.
You will have to determine what works best for you. It may be
somewhat of a trial and error period.
2.
Education
Educating
yourself is important as well. I started reading everything that I
could about blogging and how to blog. There is so much information
available online now. Different types of linky parties. I first
heard about linky parties by video. I discovered besides video
linkup parties there are various other linkup parties not requiring
video. One of my most favorite inspirations was Lisa Irby. Her
Videos showed when she was a part-time blogger and eventually
became full-time. She has a website also, but I was really captured
by her videos. They were so motivational.
3.
Niche
I
was also told to determine what my Niche was. For some you may need
to wade in the water for awhile to determine your niche. What is it
that you like? What is it that you just do naturally? For some
their niche may be cooking, exercising or maybe coaching. I knew
that I loved to write and I loved to help others. I was like a little
kid when I found something that I liked or loved I wanted the whole
world to know about. I love family and I definitely am very health
conscious. Everyone's niche may be different so find your niche.
4.
Social Media
Social
Media can be very helpful to you to promote your blog. I have tried
several different social media platforms. Even though I am on
Facebook I have found Pinterest to be my biggest platform for driving
traffic to my blog. Other social media platforms may include
Instagram and Twitter. What is your favorite social Media
Platform?
5.
Pinterest Group Boards
Not
only is Pinterest good for pinning the group boards are great for
exposure. When I first started pinning I did not have a clue as to
what I was doing. My friend and co-worker that invited me suggested
I pin what I like. When I first joined my first Pinterest group
board I was hesitant, but I have grown to love them. I have created
numerous group boards and one of my favorite group boards is:
Awesome Home Decor
I discovered I really like beautiful things about the home. I have 4,144 Pins and 18 collaborators. Just be careful when setting up your group boards because I learned the hard way when a collaborator posted undesirable things on the board. I ended up banning and blocking that collaborator. It took a while to clean my particular board up. Note there are those that would post porn to your board. Make it clear that no porn or distasteful posts are allowed. Let it be known that your boards are family friendly.
Awesome Home Decor
I discovered I really like beautiful things about the home. I have 4,144 Pins and 18 collaborators. Just be careful when setting up your group boards because I learned the hard way when a collaborator posted undesirable things on the board. I ended up banning and blocking that collaborator. It took a while to clean my particular board up. Note there are those that would post porn to your board. Make it clear that no porn or distasteful posts are allowed. Let it be known that your boards are family friendly.
* * *My
3 New Favorite Linkup Parties 2020* * *
A.
Blogging Well with Pinterest on Facebook- administrator Lisa
Mitchell
I just discovered this linkup Pinterest Party on Facebook in May 2020.
Although it is relatively new for me it is quite refreshing by
linking Pinterest Pins which also link to your blog. The rules are
simply stated and there seems to be a theme to link daily if you
want. I will keep you updated as to my findings here. I find it to
be quite organized and Lisa is always giving you a daily tip to
motivate and encourage you. I am quite impressed and do recommend
this site highly
B.
Generally Informed Linkup (Happy Now) -Administrator is Jen
I
have been posting at this blog linkup since 2019. Although you can
only add 2 posts at a time. This blogging linkup party has been
consistent. I post there weekly. I also follow Jen on Pinterest.
She has a very interesting Pinterest site. She is a mom, wife, and
author. Her co-host is Leslie from play-dates to parties. Just
remember to read the rules and follow them.
C.
Hearth and Soul Link Party- Administrator April J. Harris
I started this linky party
February, 2020. I really like this linky party linkup. It is to
find or even to navigate on. I also follow April on Pinterest.
This linky party stays open for 6 days at a time. Some linky
parties only stay open 2 or 3 days. So that is something to be
aware of. This is a wellness and soul linky parties. You will find
a variety of things here that feed the soul. You will see great
recipes, diy, crafts, and traveling ideas. She does feature posts
from the previous week of bloggers that had the most clicked links.
consistent and well organized. There have been some linky party
sites that are difficult
6.
Evergreen Blogging
Finally
do not forget about evergreen blogging. I talk about this in my post
article
What
is evergreen blogging? It is content that is long-lasting and will
stay relevant throughout changing times. Holiday content may be
relevant during the holidays. Special events happening may be
relevant for that event, but evergreen contents such as “How to
content,” religion, videos, tutorials,or problem-solving content
may be around a lot longer. When you write your content think about
will it last 7 months, 11 months, or even longer.
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3 comments:
This is such great information for beginner bloggers and wonderful reminders for more seasoned bloggers. It is always good to reevaluate and see what new ways there are for reaching larger audiences. Thanks for sharing and linking up with me.
Shelbee
www.shelbeeontheedge.com
Thanks so much for sharing these helpful tips especially to those bloggers who are just starting out.
It was only this year that I realized how important it was to have a clear cut avatar to focus my posts for. It was then that I wrote as if to "one" person keeping my content related to my niche.
Link up parties were integral in me becoming a part of a blogging community. In fact, there are women I have never met and may never will meet in person who are some of my closest friends and that all happened through participating in link-up communities.
I enjoyed my visit here! :-)
Thank you so much for including Hearth and Soul, Betty, and for your very kind words! I really appreciate you visiting and sharing with the party each week. Take care, stay well and I hope you have a lovely weekend!
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