Today I am having my blog critiqued by Laura Barnes from Laura B Writer. She does this on a regular basis - so go and check out her blog. I think she said some very nice things about my blog (phew, worried there for a moment) but, of course, also things that need improving. I shall consider and try and implement them. (I have cut out 'negative space' already. And stopped the exclamation points - boy, that feels like I am speaking in a monotone. Ooooh wanted to put one there.)What do you think? Do you agree with Laura? Anything you would rather see or not see? Any blogging tips or secrets that I am missing?
One of the things she mentioned was not having a regular blog schedule. Now this is a tricky one for me. I can be fairly undisciplined and like to be spontaneous. Plus my everyday life (and now work) make it quite hard to find the time to write a blog on a set timescale. How do you guys do it?
Also, a tagline for myself? Yikes, not sure what that would be (well, anything that could go on a public blog, anyway). Suggestions anyone??
Great critque, and yeah as far as the schedule goes. I just post everyday so I don't need to think one up..haha
ReplyDeleteSounds like great suggestions. I think a schedule or regular posting is important.
ReplyDeleteCudos to being brave enough for the critique! I haven't put myself out there yet because I know EXACTLY what she'll say, and I don't want to hear it. (Ignorance is bliss...or self-delusion is bliss.) I echo your sentiment about a schedule. I've worked with and without one, and I got a larger regular following with a two to three times a week posting regiment than once a week. BUT, life is life and I can't afford that much blogging.
ReplyDeleteAs far as a tag line, good luck! I think it's essential to know what you're after through blogging before nailing down details like that.
She had some great comments! One I agree with the most, is the uncluttered compliment - bravo! (Yes, I used an explanation point.) You've got a great thing here for sure! :)
ReplyDeletePat - I don't know how you do your blog every day, especially rhyming. So impressive.
ReplyDeleteCiara - Yes, I think I am going to have to bite the bullet and commit to this blog. Yikes(!)
Crystal - Yeah, denial is so great, isn't it? Interesting re followers though. Hmm food for thought.
Kimberly - thanks for your kind comments. Trying not to clutter but I am going against my nature LOL
Laura has some really good advice. I have to say I agree with her.
ReplyDeleteThanks Michael - yep, gotta make some changes arrgh!
ReplyDeleteHi Claire, I admire your courage to submit your blog for feedback. Your post triggered me to check out Laura's feedback. I also checked out the specific blog elements Laura reviews> I learned quite a bit that I can apply to my blog as well. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteHey Claire -- I had my critique from Laura today, and it was pretty helpful! I was thinking about your dilemma trying to figure out a tagline/description of your blog. I had the same issue, which is why mine is just list of the sorts of things I tend to blog about. You could try that. I'm still not entirely sure how to describe my blog, I'm just pursuing things that interest me and I assume it will work itself out in time. But I'm still thinking about it.
ReplyDeleteKimberly - thanks, yes, it was a bit nerve-wracking, but Laura gave me a lot of excellent suggestions so it was worth it.
ReplyDeleteCallie - ooh will check out your blog critique. Thanks for the support re tagline. I am still thinking about it so will go and look at your blog.
I just thought of three major areas I write about on my blog, and added "and life" to cover everything else! LOL
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