What I learned from Blog Podium : Part Two

Oh hi there! Happy Wednesday to you all

Tonight I am excited to share the rest of my Blog Podium wrap up post! I am still getting back in to the swing of things and trying to get on top of this whole blogging thing again. Sometimes I cannot believe how quickly the weeks go by. Before I know it, the weekend is here again and there is tons going on! So bare with me, and I hope you enjoy part two of what I learned at Blog Podium!

Bloggers & Brands :

• Don't focus on numbers. Focus on content and building community
• After working with a brand, share positive feedback along with stats and media links
• Be professional, honest and enthusiastic!
• Treat your blog like a business, even if it's a hobby
• YOU are a business
• ALWAYS answer emails (within 48 hours if you can!) * I need to get better at this!
• Keep learning, creating and reading

Words of wisdom/Building Successes :

• Goal setting is a massive tool you need to use ; set goals for your blog
• Decide what your skill set is
• Treat everybody like their someone really important
• Don't count on instant gratification, good things take time
• Pick 3 things that you stand for
• Create a blog & brand that is purely yours
• Success is not only measured in money. You will lose the passion very quickly if you only care about money
• Become an inspiration. Re-inspire yourself on your passions on bringing in new elements
• Blogging helps make you find your voice
• Be confident about your information and opinions. Captivate your audience

Closing Notes/Take aways/ Things to remember :

• Become a digital influencer, focus on what you like best
• BE YOURSELF ; find your natural skills
• Celebrate your successes
• If you keep doing what you love, eventually someone will notice
• It's not all about metrics and numbers and fame, it's about make a difference, finding your voice and doing what you love
• Remember why you starting blogging, and focus on why you really love doing it