
What I've Learnt About Blogging
By Thoughts By Fiddler
Blogging…..people think when you start blogging that you just write about stuff and boom it is post to the internet. Boy was I wrong about that! There is definitely more to blogging than just making a post. One of the first things I learned when I decided I wanted to blog was that you need a niche. Coming up with ideas for blog post does take time. The way I came up with my niche was I needed to write about topics that I love and I do in my everyday life. Getting my blog noticed is another challenge that is harder than you think. Networking with other bloggers and reading their blogs is smart thing to do before you start blogging. You can see how the layout of their site is and how they write their blog post.
How did I get started blogging? A little over 2 years ago I was involved in a work accident. I had 3 surgeries done due to the accident. I was a custodial supervisor when the accident happened. With time I had being laid up I was looking to get in a different kind of a profession. I wanted a job that I could do from home. Working from home would be a really good fit for my family and I wanted to something that was less stress on my body. I always was interested in blogging, but just did not know where to start. I started researching about blogging and what was involved. I seen that people do actually make a good living blogging. I thought why not let’s give this a try. My wife was very supportive of my idea to give this profession a try. I first did think “this can’t be that hard to do”, but as I stated earlier, it is more involved than I first thought. I did know that I was not going to just start a blog site and post a bunch of stuff and boom money would start coming in. It does take time to get your blog site noticed. As I came up with my niche and what topics I wanted to talk about, I really enjoyed writing blog post. I would love to be able to make blogging my full time job.
I am still learning new things everyday. Not only just ideas, but learning how to get my blog in search engines and getting people interested in what I am writing. I looked to see how do people make a living blogging. One of the things I learned was that there are affiliate programs that companies use to advertise on your blog site. When readers see these ads and click and a purchase with one of these companies you will get paid a commission. I started applying to these affiliate program and was rejected a lot at the beginning. These companies just do not accept anyone, there is criteria that a site has to meet. I started posting more blog post and as I started getting more traffic I reapplied and finally got a few to accept my blog site. I am in my 5th month of blogging and I have not really made any money yet, and yes it very frustrating because I really would love this to my full time job, but I have not given up.
I really do feel like I found something I love to do. I love when I get feedback from other fellow bloggers and when you see insight of how many people visited your site for the day. It makes me feel really good that people are liking what I am writing and are interested. There is still a lot to learn yet and there will be more bumps in the road with blogging. But I am still very motivated and if anyone wants to start blogging, go for it! Yes it is hard and it does take time. Blogging has been very rewarding and a great experience.
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68 Comments
easterntrekker
Excellent idea on blogging.
It has been a challenge for me
.but I love writing
PoojaG
It’s all about enjoying what you do!
dcmori
Research is important. I’m interested in seeing how different bloggers credit their sources.
PoojaG
Yeah research is definitely important!
Cethru Cellophane
Nice post. How’s your German nowadays?
PoojaG
Glad you enjoyed it! Unfortunately I’ve fallen into a bit of a stump but I want to start the lessons again when I get a break!
Cethru Cellophane
Don’t give up. one word a day.
Josh's Blog
Great post I found this very encouraging!
sjacobthewriter
I would love for blogging to be full time job as well, but I know that it would be a long shot. So I try to approach it as something that is just a fun hobby. Anything more than that would just be a bonus. Keep at it!
PoojaG
Yeah it takes a while before you actually start making money and at first it’s better if it’s just a hobby.
PoojaG
Glad to hear that!
ceponatia
Great post. Went to follow the author but unfortunately their blog redirects to malware. Just a heads up in case Fiddler isn’t aware of this. 🙂
@messybunandgettingdone
same 🙁
PoojaG
Glad you enjoyed it and yes I’ll let him know. I had no idea it was doing that.
Millenial Classy Mum
very well written. I also love writing and sharing ideas. Just wondering , how does the collab work? I’d love to try it with some of my favourite bloggers? By the way , I love your blog.
PoojaG
Thank you so much and glad you enjoyed the post! I would suggest just reach out to them via email/DM and let them know you’re interested.
lindaswritingblog
This is all too relatable!
PoojaG
Glad you enjoyed the post!
Christina Kyranis
helpful reading your post. i too would love to make a living out of blogging and find it difficult and time consuming. I tried the affiliate programs but not too tech savy when it comes to it.
PoojaG
Yeah it can be extremely time consuming for sure.
Eromonsele Emmanuel
I like to think most people have interesting stories about how they started blogging.
For me, I’ve been posting short stories on my WhatsApp status before my friend advised that I could start a blog. The best thing that ever happened over a year ago.
Blogging is fun, and the new friends you make is even more reason to keep publishing…
PoojaG
Yeah I agree everyone has a unique story about how they started blogging which is always interesting to hear. I’m glad you started blogging and making new friends is always fun!
EPPICBLOG
THNK YOU! I’m new and this was super inspiring:)
PoojaG
So glad to hear that!
To Live...
Massively encouraging to read for a new blogger. I’m currently brainstorming future posts based on a years worth of travel experiences… but I know it’s one thing to write about it, and another to be able to do it for a living. Well done for keeping one going! Persistence is key… I assume! 😂
PoojaG
Glad you enjoyed the post and yup it’s all about persistence!
Man. Improved
I’m glad I wasn’t the only one who thought this when started!
In the few weeks that I’ve been doing this I’ve learnt quality > quantity.
At first I thought I’d be able to bang out 3 or 4 posts a week, but quickly realised that wasn’t going to happen (not for me anyway).
I wanted my posts to actually mean something, so I stepped back and waited for the wave of inspiration to hit me, then I’d start writing.
Now, this means I may have a have multiple posts a week up, but it also means I may only be able to produce one a week, depending on how much time I have free, and how inspired I get.
I quickly realised this was fine as readers will appreciate the fact I’m posting better quality content.
Anyway, really enjoyed this post and I’m definitely gonna to check out his blog!
PoojaG
So glad to hear you found the post helpful and relatable and I hope you enjoy his blog!
D Hoisington
I love this post. But first, thank you visiting my blog twice!! I really appreciate that. Now, I just started my blog on Tuesday and trying to get my blog notice.
Don’t give up. You got this. Always take baby steps!!
PoojaG
Thank you and you’re absolutely welcome!
tianiangelahibbert
Great post!
PoojaG
Thank you!
apocryphallyme
This is exactly what I needed to hear! Keep doing your thing 🙂
PoojaG
So glad you enjoyed the post!
beauteallabout
True
Shamshad Hussain
Nice post.
PoojaG
Thanks
Random Repeat
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PoojaG
Thank you!
Random Repeat
welcome
Red Lips and Cigar Sticks®
It’s always good to hear and read others experiences as a blogger. There’s a lot of moving parts for sure and it takes a lot of time and effort. Best of Luck to all of us!
PoojaG
Thank you and yes absolutely!
TumiTumss
It’s certainly been a challenge and I’m only 2 months in
PoojaG
It get better I promise!
DFV Queen
Great post, inspiring
Thanks for sharing
PoojaG
Thank you glad you enjoyed it!
cas9.tech
You may get a job and also continue to blog. $$
PoojaG
Yeah for sure.
Valentine Ambata
This was very helpful. I’m also new here so this is my first time for blogging. I’m a student myself and I find what you’re doing to be very motivating. Keep up the great work. Cheers!!
PoojaG
Glad you enjoyed the post and good luck on your blogging journey!
Valentine Ambata
Thankyou.
PoojaG
You’re welcome!
DebbySEO
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PoojaG
Yeah absolutely feel free to share that link I think my readers would find it very helpful! I actually also have a specific page to share your blog on that you can also leave a link on because more people tend to go there to find other blogs to read: https://lifesfinewhine.com/2016/11/17/share-and-promote-your-blog-here/
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PoojaG
Thanks so much for that I’m sure a lot of people will find it helpful!!
DebbySEO
Wishing you a good day, let’s stay in touch!
PoojaG
Thanks and yes absolutely!
Psychologistmimi
Hang in there and keep having fun with it.
PoojaG
Glad you enjoyed the post!
yashrejhra
You are a great blogger PoojaG and this blog post is amazing. Would you like to share that even after 5 months of blogging you are not able to earn enough money, so what is that that encourages you to continue and how should we cope with the emotional and mental instability while learning any new skill.
Thanks
PoojaG
Thanks! To be honest don’t expect to earn money off blogging for the first year or even for the first few years. Blogging is great but it’s also very demanding and like all other professions you need to learn the skills before you can start earning a good amount. I guess just stay positive, keeping working hard, stay consistent and have a backup plan.
reflectionsofananxiousman
Thank you for the post, I just started blogging last month, and I am learning a lot from other bloggers!! This is great information
PoojaG
Glad you enjoyed the post!
Paulan Goats Vlog
I would love to do it full time as well , to be a permanent job someday, I’m still so new and my niche is about what I did everyday, farming . You’re right! It really takes time to start making money if we just started . I also did like yours, I applied to be an affiliate even on the day I started my blog haha and I learned that day that I need a traffic on my site 😁
PoojaG
Yeah it definitely time consuming and hard work but once you reach your goal it will all be worth it!
bloggingboehme
Great post!!
PoojaG
Thank you!