Comments on: Tips for Writers Who Want to Blog Full-Time

By: Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen

Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen — Wed, 27 May 2009 22:49:53 +0000

George, you are the most community-minded person I’ve met online! It’s amazing how much time it takes to develop relationships with people – both online and in person.

And, now I think the most important tip for writers who want to blog full-time is to build community. Because if you don’t have a connection to the blogger, you’re less likely to go back.

One problem, though: the bigger your readership, the harder it is to connect with readers. Same with Twitter, Facebook, etc. I guess that’s an example of being a victim of your own success!

Laurie

By: Tumblemoose

Tumblemoose — Wed, 27 May 2009 04:56:16 +0000

I have never worked so hard in my life, Laurie. (at least in terms of hours spent.) I work 7 days a week, most days 8 - 12 hours, others - not so much. it is not something to be entered into lightly. Take a day or two off and that time does need to be made up. The rewards can be tremendous in terms of the wonderful folks you meet when you work hard on building your community. And that can make it all worth it. George Tumblemoose’s last blog post..What Kindergarten taught me about writing today

By: Laurie PK

Laurie PK — Sun, 24 May 2009 16:22:45 +0000

Of course, Mary! How could I have forgotten about marketing your blog?!

Yes, if you want to be a full-time blogger and writer, you have to contribute to forums, establish relationships with advertisers and other bloggers in your field, and generally get your name “out there” as much as possible.

I didn’t realize how time-consuming blogging is. And I’m finding that the more time I spend on my blogs, the more things I find to do…like any job!

How much money do you need to survive, each month? If you’re thinking about blogging full or even part-time, I think it’s smart to figure out how much you need to earn…and give yourself at least 6 months to earn that figure. That means working elsewhere part or full-time, and being patient and diligent.

Laurie

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By: Mary

Mary — Sun, 24 May 2009 15:55:27 +0000

Great tips. People really don't have a very clear understanding of blogging. I love that you talk about the time involved in all the aspects of blogging. I'd also like to add that much time is needed for marketing yourself and your blogs and for establishing relationships with advertisers. Blogging is just as time consuming and detailed as freelancing writing, I'm finding. Would you agree? Mary’s last blog post..How I've Missed You, Writer's Digest!