Do you ever feel like you are part of some sort of secret society when it comes to blogging? I honestly think that it’s one of those things that you just don’t really “get” until you do it yourself.
C’mon…you all know what I’m talking about. I’m referring to the people you know outside of the blogosphere who think that there is no way in hell that you can possibly make a career out of it…or even have your blog be considered a job.
You all know how much I love Facebook, (yes, I’m being sarcastic), and the other night, I had someone mock what I’m doing with the whole blog thing. This person basically told me that what I’m doing is “cute and fun”, but that it will never amount to more than that. Yes…I know that she’s just jealous of me, because I’ve pretty much realized that when people try and cut you down, it’s because they are unhappy with their own lives, and it makes them feel better to pretend that what you are doing is not as great as it sounds. For the record, it is. It’s just as awesome as I make it out to be.
I actually want to take a moment and thank this person, because her little jealous hissy fit made me understand even more just how much I love my job.
As bloggers, we know that blogging is the BEST JOB EVER…and here are 10 reasons why:
1. It may take some time, but if you are dedicated and treat your blog as your job, it does eventually pay off. I’m making a nice little salary for myself now from my gig over at Babble, and I never would’ve gotten that job if it weren’t for what I’ve accomplished with The Mommyologist. I’m also getting some pretty cool swag from THIS blog…and you can’t put a price on that. For all bloggers…even bloggers who are just starting out, I can’t stress this to you enough: STICK WITH IT!! Always see your blog as a stepping stone to bigger things. Because it is. It’s a resume in itself.
2. I have the BEST co-workers in the world. I worked in many office settings before deciding to stay home with my son, and I can honestly say that I’ve never had better co-workers than the other amazing bloggers I connect with on a daily basis. And we ARE co-workers, because we support each other, sometimes we even team up on projects, and we share information about our company (blogging) in order to help it succeed.
3. The water cooler gossip totally can’t be beat. But the best part is that we never gossip about each other. Whether it’s talking about celebrities’ twitter accounts, blog conferences, or the latest social media platform, the conversation never gets old.
4. You really can’t beat the office dress code. Most mornings, I work in my pajamas while having coffee, and over this summer, I’ve even worked in my bathing suit.
5. Since pretty much everything we do is online, we never have to make copies, send faxes, etc. Just think about how many trees we save! Who knew that blogging could be so green, right?
6. Social media is where it’s at, people. And as bloggers, we are one step ahead of the game, because our jobs revolve around it. Even if your blog is just a hobby, you are gaining valuable skills that will be a complete and total necessity in the next few years, and you’re having fun doing it. (See how much this job rocks)?
7. I’m sure there are a few exceptions, but for the most part, there are no cubicles involved in blogging. And our office chairs are way comfier…and some days even come in the form of a couch.
8. The coffee at my house is way cheaper than Starbucks. I’m saving money by not having to stop there on my way to work.
9. As a blogger, never forget how many people you help on a daily basis with the content you provide. By sharing our challenges, struggles, and achievements with others, we have the ability to connect with other people going through the same things. Sometimes just hearing someone else’s story is enough to make any obstacle seem a whole lot easier to conquer. And to any of you who think that your blog is small and hasn’t reached or touched anyone, you are wrong. You never know who is reading your blog, and you never know whose life you made a little bit easier with your posts.
10. They say that if you are doing something you love, you will never work a day in your life. And that is how I feel about blogging. I love every single second of it and cannot even believe how much it has enriched my life since I started doing it last October. It hasn’t even been a year, and I’ve done things I never would’ve dreamed I’d get to take part in. And I just can’t wait to see where this journey takes me next. Thank you to all of you who make blogging the BEST job in the world!
I LOVE MY JOB!!!
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I’m a newbie and just starting out so this article is awesome for me! Thank you! Sticking with it girl!
I’m so glad you wrote this post!!! Several people in my family tease me for blogging & especially tweeting. I am also a newbie,but I could totally see myself doing this for a living.
I can’t wait to meet you in Philly. See you then.
Wow, great post. I feel exactly the same way about blogging, and I just started in May. Thanks for putting it down and writing it so well!
I think this is inspiring for all bloggers…I think you are the perfect example of staying with something and having it pay off. Although I fell off a bit this summer (life got in the way), I’m going to use you as inspiration. Go bloggers everywhere!
YOU TELL THEM, GIRLFRIEND!!!
Good for you! While I’m not looking to make $ off of blogging at this point and time, I’m psyched to hear positive experiences and stories like yours. Congrats to you and thank you for sharing these little experiences that make this so special. [And hugely awesome about saving $ by skipping Starbucks! Too funny!]
This is such a great post, and it really inspired me to keep going. Even though I’ve been blogging (however inconsistently) for almost a year now, I’m nowhere near where I want to be with it. Thank you for this! It definitely gives me hope that I can achieve big things with the blog. You rule.
Great post! It is pretty great, and it has been a stepping stone for me to other freelance writing jobs – the last one was with AOL! So definitely it pays off in unexpected ways. And the coffee is cheaper at my house than Starbucks too!
Does that person read your blog? Oh, I hope so!
She’s totally jealous.
I think it is AMAZING all that you are accomplishing. Dang, girl, a salary for blogging. So freaking cool.
It is funny how people look at you as a blogger….you’re right that they just don’t know unless they’ve done it themselves. I can’t say yet that my blog is “my job” as I’m not really making money off of it yet, but I am definitely enjoying all of the perks and free goodies! LOL And I agree that you never know who you’re helping by writing honestly about your quirks, your shyness, your boo boos as a mommy, etc. I know alot of my family and friends…especially old classmates from school wonder about all of my blog “feed” on Facebook. LOL But, I plan to blog for a long time…I love it!
Girl, you just gave me the boost I needed! Blogging is a great thing and I’m so glad I joined in. I get down some days and wonder if it’s worth it but I know it is. Esp. after reading this post. Thank you!
Being a Blogger is so much fun!!!
I have to be honest, my favorite thing about blogging is that I get to “meet” so many other people that without blogging I would have never met… like you!
Great post and I fully agree! I have been flat out busy and I love it! True especially about the social media skills, I have people asking me to teach them about Twitter and Facebook.
That was a wonderful post! Thank you, I loved reading it, and it’s so true! You never know who you have helped or touched that day by posting on your blog! Thanks again! ~ Take Care
I totally agree with you! I have been doing this regularly for about 8 months and I have gained a great community, met wonderful women who have inspired me, and am even starting to feel like I am actively pursuing my passion of writing. I feel on the precipice of something great..all because of my blogging. I know that sometimes when I talk about blogging to family and friends they get this glazed over look in their eyes but for the most part they are very supportive .They just don’t understand the whole community of blogging and social media. SO happy that your blog has lead to a gig at Babble. That is one of my goals! YOu go girl!Happy MOthering!
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It’s the best gig going!!!!
LOVE THIS! I was just at a BBQ and this girl was asking me what I do. I said right now I stay home with my boys but I am active in social media and I blog. She gave me a little smirk and completely ignored what I said! She is even in marketing…I love it even though I dont really get paid but I have gotten a few really great opportunities, trips and swag. It has led me to connect with so many great people and you never know where it will go! Thanks for a great article!
I didn’t realize there was actual money in blogging. You get paid to blog? Wow, no wonder that chick is so jealous! Heck, I’m jealous. You do a rocking job, girlfriend!
I have found that the people in my life that don’t blog or aren’t involved in social media just.don’t.get.it. I don’t “defend” why I do it anymore – seriously, they won’t.ever.get.it.
I will continue to blog to my heart’s content because I LOVE to write and I love the community & platform I have built – and the connections I have made with women from all over the country – well, you can’t put a pricetag on that.
awesome!! So true. I had a hater tell me that I needed to stop blogging all about myself because no one wanted to read it. Really? Then how do I have followers and what else am I supposed to blog about?? The weather?
I’m so tired of people making assumptions and remarks about the way others choose to run their lives!
Thanks for that. Its something that I needed to hear. Lost sight of why I’ve been blogging and been taking a break from it. Even was thinking of stopping. But thanks for this
Great post! I’m not at the point where blogging is my job, but I really hope to get there some day!
I would love to get more out of my blog and hopefully some day I will, just right now I don’t feel like posting much and this makes me mad. LOL
Anyways, i am glad you stuck with it because I love your blog and find it and you inspiring!
People will always be jealous when you’re able to do what you love as your job. You’re living the proverbial dream.
I always love reading your blog make me chuckle and give me great info. I’m glad you stuck with it and is definitely inspiring!! :-*
What a great motivational post! I’m pretty new and love blogging even though it has yet to amount to much..but I’m happy to be doing it for me! I’m glad you have found such success!!
Thanks for this. I don’t know what my blogging life will be like, right now, it’s about my son’s death from SIDS.
I love writing and always have. I just didn’t expect to connect with people through this level of pain.
Thanks for the post! I look forward to poking around your site more!
Amen honey!
I couldn’t agree more–basically, if you don’t blog you’ll never get it. The friendships. The opps. The awesome posts…
And I’m hoping that she is reading this right now…hehe!
Blogging is such an amazing community – one that missed you at Boot Camp last week!
But don’t worry.
I was extra sexy just for you.