Q&A: Blogging

Why did you start blogging?

This is so different to everyone I know but I started blogging because I want a career in marketing. I did work experience at a digital agency and learnt about copywriting, SEO, affiliates etc and I realised how much I could expand my knowledge on these by blogging. It’s also a great online portfolio for when I apply for jobs as it shows I can be creative, I’m good at time management and I can self motivate.

What do you love about blogging?

I love the fact I have my own space to write about anything I want. I used to think I had to write about certain topics and stick to those topics. But since I’ve been branching out a lot I love writing posts again.

What do you hate about blogging?

I hate writers block and the guilt of not posting afterwards. I know I shouldn’t feel guilty because no one will actually hold it against me, but I do!

How has your blog changed since you started?

I originally had a separate blog for all my books posts, but I decided to combine them as I wanted my own domain and having one website is cheaper. I also decided that I didn’t care if my blog was a bit different and had books and beauty.

When I started I also wanted to do outfit posts, but I always wear the same things so… decided that it wasn’t for me. It was a learning curve because I wanted to be like all the bloggers I followed, but I live a very different life and so I developed the blog around me a lot more.

How are you trying to improve your blog?

I’m currently scheduling and writing in advance to try and make it a lot more consistent with content. I’m also working on better photos as I have re-fallen in love with my camera.

How do you get your inspiration for posts?

I read a lot of other blogs, watch YouTube videos, talk on Twitter and I jot down anything I think would work as a blog post.

What do you do outside of blogging?

I’m at Uni, although I will be going on a placement year at EA in July! Super excited for that. I read a lot, I’ve actually started writing as an extra creative outlet and of course I binge watch Netflix.

What piece of advice would you give a new blogger?

From my experience I would say be true to yourself, dont force yourself to post about things you dont want to. Also always be genuine, kind and engage with people because there’s so many bloggers who are there to help you and be friends.