Introducing Shane from Whispering Sweet Nothings.
1. Why did you start blogging?
I began blogging two years ago as part of a “30 Day Challenge” I didn’t intend to continue after that, but realized I found a certain satisfaction in writing and getting others feedback.
2. Tell me a little more about your leap list, I love this idea!
Most people have a Bucket List of things they wish to accomplish by the time they croak. I like to put a positive spin on this by listing events which would take me outside of my comfort zone as “leaps” into the unknown. I’m actually going to be able to cross of my number one dream of traveling to Australia because I just got offered a job in Sydney last night! Check out my leap list!
3. I’ve noticed you dish out great blog advice, what would be your top 3 tips for new bloggers?
a. Network,
network, network. The blogging community is amazing! They will lift you up when you are down and give advice when you need it most. The bonds and
relationships you create with other bloggers is crucial to both the success of
your blog and enjoying what you’re doing. Maintain an open conversation with
your readers by replying to comments, talking through twitter, etc to keep them
coming back for more!
network, network. The blogging community is amazing! They will lift you up when you are down and give advice when you need it most. The bonds and
relationships you create with other bloggers is crucial to both the success of
your blog and enjoying what you’re doing. Maintain an open conversation with
your readers by replying to comments, talking through twitter, etc to keep them
coming back for more!
Find other bloggers in your area on my Bloggers Coast to Coast map!
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b. Expect dry blogging
periods. Having a case of
writer’s block? Go experience life. Don’t sit around in front of
your computer wasting precious time. Chances are good while you are out
enjoying your life, inspiration will magically appear. Still feeling
stuck? Read this or this or this or this
periods. Having a case of
writer’s block? Go experience life. Don’t sit around in front of
your computer wasting precious time. Chances are good while you are out
enjoying your life, inspiration will magically appear. Still feeling
stuck? Read this or this or this or this
c. All blogging advice, rules, what have you, is relative (Including these!) There is no blogging bible you get when you first start off and not one set in stone way of doing things. We’re making
this up as we go people! Go with what works for you and your readers and screw
the haters! You will never please everyone.
this up as we go people! Go with what works for you and your readers and screw
the haters! You will never please everyone.
4. What have you found most challenging about blogging?
Feeling like I have to be confined to a certain niche to be accepted. There are so many DIY, food, mom, and fashion bloggers, none of which I fit under. I’ve learned to carve my own path and only post about topics which I am confident in.
A major passion of mine is the empowerment of women and I would love to feature you in Operation Beautiful. Submit your entry here and I will let you know when your feature is live 😊
5. If you could have your dream job, what would it be?
I would love to be CEO of Google, but then again who wouldn’t? I spent the summer creating an iPhone app for an Australian company who I will now be working for, which is pretty darn close to living the dream, I’d say.
Are there some hyperlinks in this post? Because in a few spots where I expected them ("this and this and this…"), there weren't any. 🙁
Being a CEO at Google would be so fun! Great post 🙂
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So cool about creating an iPhone app, Shane! Good luck in Australia- I've always wanted to visit!
I think many people who start blogging soon find out how addict it is and how bloody great it is………now you're coming to Australia hope you have a bloody great time here and love the experience. Sydney is a big place but many people love it there, I am not one of them to big to crowded for me
Love reading both of you ladies! Also loving the new design!
great blog!!
TheTipsyBlonde
Thanks for sharing! I truly feel like I do not exactly fit into a niche of certain blogs either.
What a fab post – as a brand new blogger it's just what I needed, so thank you!
Thanks for fixing the hyperlinks!
Oh great giveaway and lovely post 🙂
Fingers and toes crossed 🙂
Laura x
Loving the new look (bit later I know)
I wouldn't mind travelling to create an App!
hahaha omgosh will fam's face cracks me up. & your weekend looked great!
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Its like you read my mind! You seem to know so much about this, like you wrote the book in it or something. I think that you could do with some pics to drive the message home a bit, but other than that, this is great blog. A great read.
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