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Is there a guide to blogging?


It's been 3 months since I started blogging and I already have 57 followers and I am so grateful and thankful. In a million years I would have never imagined being a blogger. But sometimes I do not feel like one. I mean I know being a successful and known blogger doesn't happen overnight, but sometimes I get discouraged. I have always been someone who is cautious and worries about what people think, so sometimes I feel no one will like what I post. I also feel like, because I am not a well known blogger no one will take the time and give me a chance.

I am just being myself, is there something wrong with that? So I started feeling lost and I didn't know what to do; then I thought "Is there a guide to blogging?". Not only did I have these thoughts, but I was also thinking that there are so many wonderful bloggers (beauty, fashion, and lifestyle), so who would even notice my blog. So is there a book to teach people how to blog or am I just overreacting? Sometimes I still feel like I am doing something wrong, but I am realizing that I have to be patience. But sometimes it is hard to keep the readers engaged. Any thoughts to help me? Whether you are a blogger or not, your opinion matters.

If you are a blogger how did you get started and did you face any obstacles along the way?
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  1. AqeelaSaturday, January 19, 2013

    Hey Hun I'm reaching 300 followers but this was VERY slow progress and even I sometimes feel left out but don't worry I've learnt the key is interacting with other bloggers like joining in blogger chats, there is guides out there and also I realised when commenting on your blog u have captcha on which requires u to type a code in before the person can publish their comment bloggers hate this so I would say to turn the settings off .. I hope u found these tips helpful here is a link to Grace's blog on tips for newbies http://www.allthatslap.com/newbie-blogger-tips/

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  2. UnknownSaturday, January 19, 2013

    Just keep going! Your doing great as it.

    Rome wasn't built in a day, and nor will a blog with 1000's of followers.

    Keep smiling!

    xxx

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  3. UnknownSaturday, January 19, 2013

    I'm brand new to this blogging malarky too... The way I like to think about it is it's MY blog, my personal blog, so I can do whatever the hell I want on it.

    You're doing great, keep it up! :) xx

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  4. VanessaSaturday, January 19, 2013

    Thank you so much for the follow.^^
    Follow you back on gfc.

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  5. UnknownSunday, January 20, 2013

    I feel just like you. I generally believe no one ever reads what I write and I simply write for myself. I have had my blog for several months and just got my first follow today out of the blue. (I was super impressed you had so many followers if that makes you feel better.) :) I found you through @juliadee on twitter who I met at a twitter party a few nights ago. If you are a BzzAgent or do any of those sorts of free trial sites or subscribe to any sample boxes like Birchbox I'll do my best to retweet you! Good luck with your blog - I'm about to go read more now.

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  6. Gigi.TSunday, January 20, 2013

    lovely blog! :)

    Do you want to follow each other? :)
    http://fantasyfashioned.blogspot.de/

    xx ♥

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  7. leaSunday, January 20, 2013

    Hi, found you via bbloggers chat.. @lealeaho if you remember? I think just kep doing what you doing. Make sure you include imagery in your posts and be yourself in the posts. blog what you like to blog about and you will soon get readers and genuine followers :)

    Keep it up,

    LeaLea

    www.lealeaho.co.uk

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  8. KatarinaMonday, January 21, 2013

    you just need to comment the other blogs so they know you're here :)
    Would you like to follow each other? Let me know and I'll follow you right back on GFC :)
    xx

    http://the-caramel-dream.blogspot.com/

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  9. KatarinaMonday, January 21, 2013

    Following you back now on GFC as Katarina! :)

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  10. LittleehelenMonday, January 21, 2013

    Great post!!

    My blog
    www.littleehelen.com

    Would like to follow each other on GFC,FB,Twitter?

    great day :-)

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    1. AshleyMonday, January 21, 2013

      Hello! I love your blog and I am following you:) I have a twitter, the link button is on my blog!

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  11. UnknownMonday, January 21, 2013

    great post! would you like to follow each other? let me know!

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  12. UnknownMonday, January 21, 2013

    followed you :) don't get discouraged, you're doing a great job with your blog :)

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  13. AnonymousWednesday, January 23, 2013

    I know how you feel :) i work FT and sometimes I simply don't have the time! I think, that just like a business, a blog takes about 2-3 years to develop and to become known like the "big" bloggers :)

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    1. AshleyThursday, January 24, 2013

      You're right! I guess it is all about patience and when my time comes, I'll know:)

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  14. Nickita Francisca DiasThursday, January 24, 2013

    I'm wanting to read more of your post...keep up :*...kisses

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  15. Pretty Staggering ThingsWednesday, January 30, 2013

    Followed you! I love how honest you are.
    I still have the same concerns and know how you feel!
    You have an exellent blog!
    Kisses

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    1. AshleyThursday, January 31, 2013

      Thank you! I am glad to know I am not the only one who feels this way.

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