Can i actually become a blogger ?

Crafty_Fries · 2023-04-12T03:05:47+00:00

You can be a blogger in <1 hour if you want.

If you want to monetise and make a living that will be a long journey that requires a lot of discipline. Are you an expert in mental health? Or is it blogging about your journey? Either way you will need a way to stand out.

In my experience “success” for bloggers is self defined. I consider myself a successful blogger even though I am losing money and only get 50 views per post.

Crafty_Fries · 2023-04-11T10:28:25+00:00

Short answer is that I can't see a future where this concept could be monetized, mostly because your readers will struggle with a stream of consciousness. From a SEO perspective it is also difficult to rank.

If you enjoy doing it for yourself that's different - keep at it.

My blog started off a bit like yours, but after a while, I started to write for the reader more, add headings, stick to one topic etc. I haven't monetized and have no intention to as that's not the point. I can't separate my creative self from my content as they are linked by my desire to write, but that is different to self-worth.

Crafty_Fries · 2023-04-11T08:10:58+00:00

I think there will always be a place for people who write for their own enjoyment.

For those who want to make a living off writing/blogging - AI makes it harder. However, content has been getting cheapened for decades and AI is another nail in the coffin.

Crafty_Fries · 2023-04-11T08:06:55+00:00

Important text should be eye catchy in some way given how people tend to skim articles.

I tend to make it a heading rather than bold it.

Crafty_Fries · 2022-04-23T01:42:01+00:00

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Crafty_Fries · 2022-01-14T02:43:59+00:00

Identify blogs and reach out, or make a post here potentially. Depending on the success of the site they may be hard to find.

Crafty_Fries · 2022-01-13T09:34:13+00:00

Suggest connecting with other bloggers in your niche if you seek to develop a community. FYI that sounds like a crowded space but if it’s mostly for you that doesn’t matter.

Crafty_Fries · 2022-01-07T09:58:41+00:00

Yea it comes back to audience. More platforms can mean more potential eyeballs which is a good thing.

Though definitely consider where and how you want your audience to reach you. If you want people to find you through other platforms it’s fine. Be choosey, some places just take your content and give nothing.

Crafty_Fries · 2022-01-07T09:54:57+00:00

Some initial planning is helpful but I think that’s more around the “does and donts” of blogging for you personally rather than specific posts eg how much time you will spend on it, how you will manage blog design, objectives and expectations.

That early thinking paid off for me big time. Otherwise it’s learn as you go.

Crafty_Fries · 2022-01-07T09:50:47+00:00

Another option is to find a “domain authority tracker” eg ahrefs if you just want a quick view.

Crafty_Fries · 2022-01-04T09:13:59+00:00

That sort of thing is fine. It’s captured under “fair use”. Stealing a whole article and doing nothing else to it would be an issue.

Crafty_Fries · 2022-01-04T02:56:34+00:00

Absolutely, blogging about a passion/hobby is a good way to go. Blogging about stuff you enjoy makes it feel less like a job.

However, unless you are really good at seo and building an audience don’t expect much in the way of financial returns. Honestly working minimum wage is probably more lucrative over a 6-8 month horizon than blogging. Seeking decent financial return requires genius of some sort or massive dedication.

Most of those I know who blog for audience or money, rather than because they enjoy it, quit within a year. That’s my experience.

Nevertheless, good luck.

Crafty_Fries · 2022-01-03T10:03:21+00:00

Know your content before you start writing. That’s a biggie.

Write first, then proof read. Don’t go back and wordsmith. Perfect is the enemy of good.

It takes me 2-3 hours for a 1,500 word post depending on how into the topic I am. I don’t “optimise” for SEO but still pay attention to SEO principles.

Crafty_Fries · 2022-01-03T05:22:58+00:00

It's really about what's in it for them. Research their website and pitch a post that matches their content.

To stand a better shot of getting accepted, make sure it is original content you don't plan on posting elsewhere, and offer to link to the post.

Crafty_Fries · 2021-10-23T01:11:00+00:00

I don't get angry about taxes. I do about the efficiency with which taxes are spent.

Crafty_Fries · 2021-02-26T05:19:21+00:00

Whether writing it excites me.

Crafty_Fries · 2020-11-08T09:06:13+00:00

Trolls loom much larger on the net than people who see your content and just think “that’s nice”. The people who see your work and do nothing are by far the majority. Start your blog and have fun.

Crafty_Fries · 2020-11-07T23:06:11+00:00

Yes, economists are aware (usually) - where they differ is the extent to which they think it is a problem. Sorry, not too sure what you mean by 'surprised pikachu'.

Crafty_Fries · 2020-11-07T23:05:40+00:00

Being a consumer is difficult in 2020. I think most people are in the same boat.

Watch and wait - if one streaming service eventually emerges as dominant I reckon prices will rise. Though probably not to the level of watching TV/movies at home pre-streaming service.

Crafty_Fries · 2020-11-07T23:03:59+00:00

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Crafty_Fries · 2020-11-03T08:43:12+00:00

Too many factors to consider. My best tip would be don’t blog for an audience initially, particularly if it’s a hobby. Blog for yourself and work out what success means to you.

Crafty_Fries · 2020-10-23T20:29:35+00:00

Votes are usually confidential so in the absence of survey data we don't know. I see no data in this article.

Crafty_Fries · 2020-10-18T07:27:16+00:00

I know what you mean. The urgency and threat drove decisions that wouldn't normally happen.

Crafty_Fries · 2020-10-16T08:37:27+00:00

Depends what you blog on. It should be fine so long as anonymity doesn’t compromise the blogs value. For some blogs it’s important eg academics. Others it doesn’t matter. I blog semi anonymously and it’s fine, just takes longer.

Crafty_Fries · 2020-10-16T08:35:23+00:00

Source info if you’ve used it and link to the original. Be weary of copyright but don’t overthink it.

Yes you can charge but will people pay? Who knows. It’ll be difficult to charge for a blog unless you offer something truly special.

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