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By: Link Love (26/05/2012) « Becky's Kaleidoscope

Link Love (26/05/2012) « Becky's Kaleidoscope — Sat, 26 May 2012 15:01:38 +0000

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By: Jennifer Zamora

Jennifer Zamora — Tue, 22 May 2012 23:24:00 +0000

I see what what you did there……at the end…with a question… ;)

By: Carre

Carre — Wed, 16 May 2012 09:29:00 +0000

I hate posts that begin with the word, “Well.” As in, “Well, I ran out of milk this morning…” It sounds ameteur and unconvinced. I don’t want to ramble through your thoughts with you. Collect them and make them concise before you post them, then wow me with their momentum!

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By: Plbecker999

Plbecker999 — Sat, 05 May 2012 23:08:00 +0000

I am both a blog reader and a blog writer. Here’s my absolute pet peeve: people who use poor grammar, incorrect punctuation, no capital letters, and a dozen or so other grammar goofs that I won’t bore you with. OK, I also teach writing, and maybe I’m a little OCD about this, but seriously.

By: Danielle

Danielle — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 23:31:00 +0000

Like your article. Am going to have to process it a lot; I can tell I tend to do most of the things naturally. Yikes.

By: Sensitiveandcentsible

Sensitiveandcentsible — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 18:54:00 +0000

Thank you so much for all your help. I just listened to your podcast about blogging and got some great tips for a newbie starting out. (3 months) I can’t wait to read more on your site!

By: Cheryl A. Thompson

Cheryl A. Thompson — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 23:32:00 +0000

I took Thomas Umstattd, Jr.’s class at Mount Hermon on social media. it was in his class that I learned that those who follow your blog really don’t care about you. It made me laugh to think about all the Facebook users who incessantly post their every move as a status update!
Thanks for a great article!

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Tips from Experts | The Catholic Writers Guild — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 15:45:39 +0000

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By: Njut Tabi Godlove

Njut Tabi Godlove — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 17:01:00 +0000

great post. leran some thing new. rhapsody-of-realities.blogspot.com

By: 22 People Who Are Better Than Me | Matt Ragland

22 People Who Are Better Than Me | Matt Ragland — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 14:24:39 +0000

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By: Raymond G. James

Raymond G. James — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 22:10:00 +0000

Thanks for the info. No matter how long a person has been posting articles/blogging I think there is something to learn.

By: Helen Chadwick

Helen Chadwick — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 01:30:00 +0000

This is a fantastic. Add this blog to the growing list of advice I have been following for the past three or four years, since completing my first novel. I will be back for more because your writing is effective in helping me focus on slaying that dragon. I think the dragon I battle each day has more than three heads, however.

After starting a blog with full-steam-ahead enthusiasm, I got discouraged with all the hoops to get published and returned to spending all possible time (aside from day job, part-time job, and family) writing another novel, and another, and another…

Thank you for this wonderful blog…I will be haunting the place more in the future.

Lucy

By: antiquerain

antiquerain — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 03:37:00 +0000

Just reread your post–so many good and practical reminders. Sweet and simple.

I find that it is so easy to share your content–it sticks in my head. So, when I’m sharing something I’ve learned of late, often a post principle is what’s there to draw from.

Thanks for editing, trimming and giving such quality content so consistently. Cheers!

By: antiquerain

antiquerain — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 03:37:00 +0000

Just reread your post–so many good and practical reminders. Sweet and simple.

I find that it is so easy to share your content–it sticks in my head. So, when I’m sharing something I’ve learned of late, often a post principle is what’s there to draw from.

Thanks for editing, trimming and giving such quality content so consistently. Cheers!

By: Joe Lalonde

Joe Lalonde — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:37:00 +0000

Since you are admitting to being guilty are you doing anything to change?

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 07:08:00 +0000

I’m GUILTY!!!

By: Writing a Blog? Check Out These Three Posts « doug toft

Writing a Blog? Check Out These Three Posts « doug toft — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 16:15:07 +0000

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By: Sonya Lee Thompson

Sonya Lee Thompson — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 23:04:00 +0000

I took a sabbatical one year for about a month. My numbers, and groupies, never returned. Biggest mistake by far for me.

By: Chad @ RoadDogTravel

Chad @ RoadDogTravel — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 22:32:00 +0000

Thanks for the information. I’ve been reading alot about how to bring traffic to a blog. All of the advice seems to very consistant except for one thing. There seems to be a split as to whether your blog should be personal or not. Some say it’s a mistake while others say it’s essential to gaining traffic. Maybe it depends on the type of blog. Anyway, thanks for sharing.

By: You Too! Can Write! The BEST! Blog in the World! – or – How not to Blog | Big Green Meanie

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 15:16:20 +0000

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By: asenath

asenath — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 20:44:00 +0000

Where have you been hiding? I just came across your blog and I cannot get enough! This is good stuff! I started my blogging about three months ago, and I wish I had this when I started! My favorite part is the part about the first paragraph… I will work on it!

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Tue, 10 Jan 2012 21:18:12 +0000

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By: Brandon

Brandon — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 15:33:00 +0000

I love reading this blog!

By: Nisha

Nisha — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 06:10:00 +0000

In the short span that I have been blogging, I have noticed soooooo many off-the-topic stuff some bloggers write about in their post. Totally unrelated stuff, like about their child’s school admission & then coming back to the recipe at hand; or how someone’s husband returns home & says ‘oh you’re cooking this AGAIN?’ story then mention the recipe, etc etc.
Sometimes I fall off the chair laughing, sorry, really not trying to be rude, but sometimes it’s just plain funny, you know what I mean? :D
These bloggers actually have huge fan following in thousands & they all probably love reading & connecting to the author’s life, but like you said, I as a reader definitely ask “so what’s in it for me?!” :)
Great post – I’ll keep these (and your other advices & tips!) in mind too when I blog – who knows someone else may be laughing at mine too! :D

By: Justin Wise

Justin Wise — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 19:43:00 +0000

Rookie … Consistency is key. Sometimes the only way to learn this is the hard way! It sounds like you’ve got a good rhythm established for the year. Keep with it and watch your readership grow!

Go get ‘em.

By: Rookie Manager

Rookie Manager — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 18:46:00 +0000

Great Tips! Consistency was hard in 2011. I realized this was caused by what I’d call ‘emotional blogging’. I blogged when I felt like it.

I hope the fact that I’ve allocated an afternoon every Sunday to write and schedule my 3-4 posts for the week helps.

By: Kathynettles

Kathynettles — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 05:54:00 +0000

Excellent advice for a brand new ‘blogger’ in your post and thru the comments. It’s amazing the timing of the Lord. I see you wrote this 2 years ago… when the Lord planted a seed , leading me to encourage others, especially women, using humor, to tackle doubts, fears and demands to be ‘perfect’ personally and professionally. I’m excited to say, I will ringing in 2012 with the launch of barbiebarnabas.com ~ stay tune. (Oh and Kens’ will be welcome ; )

By: Peggy Lea Baker

Peggy Lea Baker — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 22:37:00 +0000

Not only was this blog excellent to begin with, reading the majority of comments from others was also very valuable. Thanks so much Michael, and everyone else!

By: Hockey Drills

Hockey Drills — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 16:44:00 +0000

Another great article. In particular, I have made a note of number 4. It seems like a simple concept, but easy to overlook.

By: IC Design

IC Design — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 09:31:00 +0000

Comprehensive writing and conceived method should be the most important aspect of your writing in blog. If you have images for your description it is very healthy to use them. If you are writing about some technology post then try to make your own image representations. This will make your post completely fresh and healthy for readers.

By: Louise Thaxton

Louise Thaxton — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 22:08:00 +0000

I love the list and the links to other resources. My challenge has been consistency …..blog every day for 10 days – then nothing for few days. But this post challenges me to up my game and build that discipline into my week. Once again, thanks for great content, Michael.

By: How I Fell of the Blogwagon: A Update of Sorts | Honest To God

How I Fell of the Blogwagon: A Update of Sorts | Honest To God — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 15:49:25 +0000

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By: Stuart Palmer

Stuart Palmer — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 17:13:00 +0000

Very helpful ideas if you are thinking of starting to blog more seriously. Hard to be consistent I find. There must be a tool that lets you write posts in advance and then select future publishing dates?

By: Yourbadneighbor

Yourbadneighbor — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 05:39:00 +0000

I find it is better if you make a mistake in a post concerning your factual information you should admit it, thank the comment writer and move on, do not try to bully your way through. Now if there are two valid views acknowledge this and tactfully explain that while there are two views, the one you posted is correct for the information posted

By: Craig

Craig — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 22:08:00 +0000

Thanks for the list. We (my wife and I) started our blog and got side-tracked with life in general. Good to see these mistakes. I especially need to be reminded of #10.

By: Bronwen Scott-Branagan

Bronwen Scott-Branagan — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 09:27:00 +0000

Five a week sounds good. I’m doing a course and in the next two weeks I’m to do thirty. It takes ages!

By: Naomi

Naomi — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 02:43:00 +0000

Great advice! Straight to the point and easy to read. Refreshing!

By: Melindatoad

Melindatoad — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 18:38:00 +0000

The one thing that makes me flee faster than anything on a blog, is music! Music on a blog to me is too pushy and in your face. If I am reading from the library or coffee shop, the last thing I want is someone’s music blaring across the place! In my opinion, the music is about YOU and not your reader. And the second is if the website is too busy. Flashing banners etc bother my eyes and distract. Great advice. It’s so easy to lose focus.

Blessings,
Mel
Please feel free to stop by: Trailing After God

By: Abhijit Kar

Abhijit Kar — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 18:22:00 +0000

Simple but absolutely to the point revelation of a set of common mistakes by most of the bloggers – despite, some of them being much better than the bests – that fail to create a sense of engagement with readers.

By: Lisa Tognola

Lisa Tognola — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 14:38:00 +0000

What about bloggers who overlink? I’ve seen many a post dominated by words in color because of link-happy bloggers. I find this distracting and annoying. (Maybe it’s my own negative association from reading so many of my professor’s red editing marks on my college papers!) I think bloggers need to find the right balance of links useful to the reader and helpful to the blogger’s traffic. Thanks for the helpful post!

By: Grania

Grania — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 12:29:00 +0000

Really bad grammar or spelling ( I’m not talking about the odd typo) totally loses me – please guys, if you can’t spell, use a spell-checker.

By: Wife

Wife — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 15:31:00 +0000

Thanks R for your input! k & K R now both in college. Where has the time gone? Enjoy your teenagers! It gets 2 become over sooner than U thought! P

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 18:39:00 +0000

I think you pretty much summed it up! I know I am guilty of writing too long of posts. I am trying to get more concise. I will try using your advise of bullets points. Thanks!

By: VirtualAgents

VirtualAgents — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 05:44:00 +0000

Great to hear and an inspiration. Great post! I love it! It can really help to boost and improve your business. Thanks for the info.

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By: Julie Belschner

Julie Belschner — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 16:48:00 +0000

thank Mike :) I’ll send you a link to our new blog using your suggestions, once it’s up and running (should be Sept. 1)!

By: Patcrawford

Patcrawford — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 14:05:00 +0000

This was useful information, thanks.

By: Michael Hyatt

Michael Hyatt — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 01:58:00 +0000

Yes, I think it comes with practice. It also helps me to have a blogging template. I have written about that here.