I think we can all agree that blogging is a very saturated industry and although there are pros and cons to that observation, I want to focus this post on how to be more than just a blogger. Ever since I decided to work for myself, I have been struggling with what I wanted to do with my life. I quit my job to do blogging full-time but I realized my end goal isn’t to stay a “blogger” forever. As much as I love this career path and all the opportunities that I have, I want to do more and be more. I am very appreciative of my platform but I want to utilize my following to embark on other projects and I encourage you all to do the same.
I have always wanted to be a writer ever since I was young and maybe that’s why blogging came so naturally to me. I actually enjoy drafting blog posts because they were actually easy for me. I recently decided to bring my love for writing on my social media even though I focus primarily on fashion and lifestyle. I am just testing it out and seeing if it works because that’s one of my passions in life and I thought it would be a great opportunity to share it with the world. I have a main interest in poetry, specifically spoken word. I have a lot of content that I have only shared with a few people, but I decided to play around with this project which I am calling X.
I have other ideas in the works too but the reason why I am sharing this is because I want people to be more creative and dream bigger than just what Instagram allows. Don’t get me wrong, I love Instagram and think it’s an amazing platform to showcase your skills, but I don’t want people to feel limited through Instagram. Ask yourself what you are good at. Try to find something that nobody else is doing. These are the questions that I asked myself, which lead me to sharing my poetry. Sure there are people who write poems and share them online, but I don’t see a lifestyle blogger sharing their love for spoken word like I am.
Again, I am not sure what’s to come of this but I want to be more than a blogger and this is my first step in experimenting. Are there any projects or ideas that you want to put into action? Let me know!
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this post is everythingggg! i resonate with it so well! i think the key to becoming more than just a blogger is having more to offer for sure. quality photos and just more effort in creating good written content brings you far! love your posts xo, sharon
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Thank you Sharon! So glad you appreciate it :)
This is what I am telling to people who wants to jump on blogosphere. Everybody should know their strengths first. Great post and cery inspiring! ?
This is such an amazing post with so many amazing tips and messages babe! Thanks so much for sharing these thoughts :)
XO Jessi,
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I'm so glad you found these helpful! It was something I had been thinking about for a while now and I'm happy I decided to share it.
Mariann I love your courage to dig in whole heartedly. Great advice on following ones dreams. Wishing you all the luck possible.
Xxgracie
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Thank you so much for your support!
Blogging is definitely my love, but I agree with also focusing on what you're good at. I plan to open an online clothing boutique one day, but only after I become a full time blogger. Trying to do it step by step so I'm not overwhelmed all at once. Thanks for sharing these tips!
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That's amazing! Can't wait to see what other projects you have planned!
I think it's awesome that you're pursuing more than one thing that you love at once! You're a total girlboss! I can't wait to hear more about your poetry endeavors! OH! And I love this outfit so much. That blouse is stunning.
Stephanie // SheSawStyle.com
Thank you love! I will be sharing it soon :)
Yessss!! This has been me too. I did the same, quit my part time job at the end of last year, but after knocking off a few tasks on my to-do list that were lengthy, I came to feel like I have to be working on something else long term. At this stage I think I will apply what I have learned within this part of the industry and my background into digital marketing for other brands and companies, to help them grow and achieve bigger goals. But I am always saying how I wish I could write a book and live in Paris! We will see. Good luck with your project X. It sounds like a muscle that you should be flexing.
xx Jenelle
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Wow I love that! I've always wanted to write a book ever since I was little too. Living in Paris also sounds like a great idea. I think we should always take risks and go out of our comfort zones so I'm glad you have long terms goals as well :)
I actually really appreciate it when a blogger includes quality text as well as quality photos. Ever since I renewed my blog, I actually take the time to draft the text as well.. I've always loved writing and reading so it makes sense. I'm not good at poetry though haha. You should definitely include yours :)
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Thank you Samantha. I agree, I think it's important to have substance in your blog and that's something that I've been constantly working on with mine.
Such a cute outfit, i love the embroidery on your blouse.
xoxo, Rachel
http://rachelvogttrends.com
Thank you Rachel :)
It's great that you're already motivated to keep working hard to find every passion of yours. The great thing nowadays is that technology keeps advancing that there will be jobs ahead that currently don't even exist :)
https://www.bunnybernice.com
I'm so glad you brought that up because being an influencer didn't exist a few years ago. I'm excited but also a bit scared to see where technology takes us!