I had been writing almost for infinity
and tucking my straight from the heart anecdotes here and there for I loved all
the admiration I received for them. To formalize the same, I started my Blog in
Aug'14 with the earnest endeavor of contributing my bit in improving the state
of women in my motherland with the power of my pen narrating their true tales
of agony as well as inspiration to inspire the millions others trapped in
similar situation. My belief in myself was reinstated when in Mar'15 I received
'Woman Of The Year Award' in Leela Palace Mumbai for my writings on Women
Rights and Liberation and I made my aim to work for this cause, a serious
business.My first book 'Dare to
Defy The Destiny' was released on Amazon this year too evoking an era of
Positive Change. You can always write to me to grab a copy of the same and aid
me spread my mission further.
Being an absolute novice initially, I fumbled at the start of my blogging
journey but got many worthy lessons albeit after making umpteen
mistakes.There are some points I would love to share. First and foremost,
blogging has two aspects, one creating quality content and second making that
content reach masses, in as many ways as possible. While I am sure many of us
excel in the first, we let the latter go and thus let our statistics
suffer.
Remember, its our readers who make our break a successful blog so we must try
and reach them to our ability best and build a loyal readership for ourselves
which also means that in the writing world it is the quality which supersedes
quantity. Another important learning I took is the power of networking with
your fellow bloggers not only aids you takes your blog places but also gives
you some lovely friends in the process.
Also, if you are a multi-niche blogger like me, your editorial calendar must do
justice to all categories you have chosen to foray and as a thumb rule none of
them should remain un-updated for more than three months. You may not even know
when a brand would sneak in looking for a long term collaboration with you and
a not updated blog can give multiple symbols.
While most writers pen their hearts to satiate their souls, it only adds to
one's delight if we are gratified with perks of blogging which is done in
industry in two ways, through monetization or absolute barter. One can choose
the commercials of one's post logically and based on the influence he/she
creates. The best is to start minimally and build contacts and gauge the
industry. Thereafter, carve your niche in their hearts by creating quality
content. Once you become indispensable and the foundation for strong long term
relationships are established, you can up your perks and commercials as you
will spread your wings in the blogging arena, gaining more followers.
A long gap between your posts is another folly I would like to highlight as it
disappoints a revisiting visitor who has been impressed by your previous work.
Though I am not able to myself do it always it is advisable to fix days of the
week like maybe a tuesday and friday) you will publish, so that your loyal
readers know exactly when to expect their next read.
Aahh! I forgot to mention, come what may, always remain true to your readers
even if the post is a sponsored one, the ideas and opinions expressed must be
genuinely yours with relevant pics to keep the audience glued and create
lasting trustworthy impact.
Last but not the least, the power of blogging is best unleashed through
spreading community love. Do associate yourself with worthy blogging
communities like IndiBlogger, Blogadda, Blogchatter etc to keep you integrated
and updated.
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