The Ultimate Collection of Blogging Tips, Tricks & Resources

Friends, it has kind of been blogging week here on the dear old blog, so if you’ve come for home decor and organization ideas, thank you SO MUCH for bearing with me! They will be back soon, I promise! If you are a blogger or are considering starting a blog, though, boy do I have a treat for you today! I have gathered over 40 of my bloggy buddies together to bring you all of their best blogging tips, tricks, and resources all in one post! Woot! Be sure to pop around and check out their ideas below!

Giveaways

Before I jump into the tips and tricks, I wanted to let you know that there are currently SIX giveaway opportunities to win the largest Master package of my newly updated eBook/course Building a Framework: The Ultimate Blogging Handbook! All six of these lovely ladies are part of the group of expert bloggers that I interviewed for the videos that come along with the Master package, so be sure to pop over to their blogs, learn from their vast blogging wisdom, and enter to win Building a Framework!

The Thinking Closet | Sweet Tea & Saving Grace | I Heart Planners

AKA Design | TinySidekick | Chaotically Creative

Tips & Tricks

One of the things I love most about blogging is that everyone finds success in different ways, so there are so many things we can learn from one another. From brand new bloggers to seasoned veterans, everyone has valuable wisdom they can bring to the table, and these bloggers are no exception!

“When I first started blogging more than five years ago, it felt like I was all alone in a giant ocean known as the internet.  It didn’t take long, though, before I realized that blogging isn’t something I had to do alone. Once I started reaching out to other bloggers, and interacting with my readers, blogging became so much more than my online journal. It became a passion…”

5 Ways to Build a Blog Community by Kirsten at Sweet Tea & Saving Grace

“When I sit down at the computer keyboard, I use those same hands, but instead of digging for precious minerals, I’m digging through words and 20 different sentence-starters, searching for the way in. Some like to call it the hook–those first few sentences that you hope will grab your reader’s attention and invite them to read on. It’s the make or break moment for writers when you either hook them or lose them…”

How to Build a Loyal Blog Following Through Storytelling by Lauren at The Thinking Closet

“I want to share with you the number one thing that has helped me sell more of my products. If you want to sell on Etsy or you want to market your direct sales business online, you’ll definitely want to hear this…”

My Top Secret to Selling More Products by Laura at I Heart Planners

“Knowing where I was a year ago and how helpless I felt, I wanted to share with you what got me out of that rut. Last summer as I was 6 months pregnant and trying to figure out my future, I knew what I wanted but I had no idea how to get there…”

5 Reasons Why You Should Start a Blog by Amanda at Burlap and Babies

“We all know that in order to succeed in life whether that be with a blog or any other type of career, we can’t do it alone. Having friends and others we can talk to and depend on is what makes our success grow and teaches us so much more than what we can learn on our own…”

6 Realistic and Affordable Ways to Improve Your Blog by Bethany at Southern Couture

“Are there days when I’m discouraged? Yes. Are there days that I consider just throwing in the towel? Absolutely. But some strange force compels me, and I keep coming back for more. I think that force is called passion…”

9 Tips for New Bloggers from a New Blogger by Tiffany at The House Down the Lane

“Blogging has become an exciting and quickly growing industry that has proven to be profitable for small businesses, large corporations, writers, and individuals like you! It’s a unique business in that one need only to invest a very small amount to get started and then the sky is the limit for how profitable it can become…”

5 Ways to Get Serious About Blogging by Rebekah at Charming Imperfections

“It was January of 2014 when I decided I would jump into this blogging world with both feet. There was no plan of action, pre-written posts, or even much computer knowledge. I didn’t feel qualified to blog but I did it anyway. I knew if I waited for the perfect time, it would never happen…”

8 Benefits of Blogging by Jayleen at How Do the Jones Do It?

“Everyone has something they can share with others. Maybe you have a special skill or very knowledgeable about a topic. Or you could share parenting advice with other like-minded moms. Or maybe you’ve experienced something (cancer, miscarriage, etc) that you can offer support to others…”

How to Start a Blog: Make Money from Home by Kristina at Cents and Order

“But in order to turn our podcast and blog into a business, we knew we’d have to grow our email list at more than a turtle’s pace! If you’re not convinced that growing your email list is a powerful tool for your business, you should know that when we launched our Brilliant Business Planner a few weeks ago and assigned special tracking links to our emails, Instagram posts, Facebook posts, and Pins, our email link won by a landslide when it came to generating sales…”

3 Ways Building a Framework Built Our Email List by Sarah and Beth Anne at Brilliant Business Moms

“It’s supposed to be FUN! No matter what your motivation, blogging should be enjoyable because you will need that positive mojo to keep it going. Don’t give up… just slow down and maintain perspective…”

New Blogger Tips by Brandy at The Dutchman’s Wife

“I remember the first time I really thought about writing a blog. I had actually been thinking a lot about writing a book and realized how much I wanted a creative outlet. I didn’t know anything about blogging, but after having my son, I had spent some time reading blogs and thought it would be a great opportunity for me to share my own story as it unfolded…”

Blogging Made Simple by At Home with Meg

Stories

I recently wrote a post about the importance of sharing stories, and these ladies have it down. Not only do they share their own incredible blogging stories, but they pull out pieces of wisdom they’ve learned along the way and are SO inspiring!

“And, amazingly, in two and a half months over 10,000 people have visited my little corner of the blogosphere!  …I have been blessed to be featured on fantastic, well-established blogs…  I have even been able to make a little money to help support my family…”

Why I Started a Blog, and How You Can, Too! by Sarah at The Orthodox Mama

“I was on This Reading Mama’s site… trying to get some of my questions answered about teaching my daughter to read. As I continued to explore her site and read her story, it hit me. She has taken her knowledge and passion, and turned it into a website and business that is a huge blessing to teachers and homeschoolers like me! ‘Surely, I could do that too,’ I thought…”

My Blogging Journey by Bethany at Math Geek Mama

“My husband and I moved to the states 14 years ago for work and I had to focus on our business that has nothing to do with being creative, nor is my favorite industry but hey, you do what you gotta do to make life better, right? When we bought our first house this creative mind came to surface  and I really got into creating, decorating, DIY-ing in my free time and I felt that a BLOG would be a perfect outlet to share the world my ideas that hopefully inspire others to create…”

Why I Blog and Why You Should Too by Aniko at Place of My Taste

“Let’s say you decided to do something crazy. Something you never thought you would do. Say, skydiving. Now, even if you were brave enough to jump out of a plane, how many of you would go by yourself the first time? That would be crazy, right? What if the parachute didn’t work? What if you didn’t even know how to pull the parachute except for the elementary illustration in the skydiving handbook? When I started this blog, it felt like taking a huge leap. A huge leap to an unknown, but hopefully really awesome destination…”

How I Started a Blog by Hannah at Seeing the Lovely

“Our youngest went off to college, I stopped teaching after 16 years, and my husband accepted a new position that required us to move away from our hometown for the first time, so now we are adjusting to a new way of living and a new normal.  We officially moved in January and after I unpacked all the boxes, hung the curtains and pictures, and finally sat down to begin breathing again, I thought… now what??…”

Kelly’s Story at Eversouth Lane

“At that time I was in a bit of a rut. I’d had to give up work a while… and I was desperately missing both the challenge of work and the relationships it brings. All of a sudden here was something I felt excited about, where I could be creative, work at my own pace, building relationships with other like-minded people…”

Building a Framework: Get Ready to Grow Your Blog! by Emma at The Messy Notebook

“I remember weekends before I had the little guy. I would spend all of my free time scrapbooking our day-to-day lives. My husband would jokingly ask if I was ever going to come out again or if I was planning to stay in there by myself forever. I loved sitting in my craft space and getting messy with paints and inks. I loved rearranging things on my page and experimenting with new techniques. I loved telling our story…”

Why Telling Your Story Is So Important by Christi at The Keeper of the Memories

“I began my blog 2 years ago after I lost my mom to cancer. I left my job as an interior designer with a local upscale furniture retailer both to spend more time with my new grandson and to launch this blog…”

How to Start a Blog from Scratch! by Sondra at Sondra Lyn at Home

“Apparently writing an ebook that sold almost 1500 copies in a matter of two or three weeks (and more than 3,000 to date) makes you an expert? I don’t know…that’s what Abby over at Just a Girl and her Blog tells me…”

Behind the Scenes at Silhouette School by Melissa at Silhouette School

“It would be A-MAZ-ING to have a successful blog, but I’m not going to lie…this ‘hobby’ of mine has been a lot more difficult than I’d imagined. Getting a PhD in Mechanical Engineering? Piece of cake. Figuring out how to get more than a handful of visitors to my website? That’s a challenge…”

It’s Time to Get Serious by Michelle at Research Parent

“When I started blogging, I did it as an outlet.  I am a stay at home mom, and well, I needed a place where I could be something besides a mom.  Don’t hear what I’m not saying.  I love being a mom and a stay at home one at that.  But I was losing my identity…”

Why I Started a Blog by Amy at A Cup Full of Sass

Reviews

I like to think that the best resource to help you start or grow your blog is my eBook and course, Building a Framework! 😉 But since I may be just a little bit biased, don’t take my word for it! See what these bloggers have to say after reading Framework:

“Rather than scouring the internet for a tip on Facebook for bloggers or a post about optimizing Pinterest, you can have everything you need to know to get started right at your fingertips…”

The Newbie Blogger’s Guide to Success by Jennie at Little Girl Designs

“So if you have yet to hit ‘add widget’ or already have a loyal following of thousands but can’t work out how to keep the kids in shoes – this is for you. It shows you how to start a blog you love and if you love it, so will your readers…”

How to Start a Blog You Love and Make Money by Trina at Love Wonder

“Once I purchased Abby’s book and started implementing her advice, my views started climbing immediately. In less than two months I more than tripled my views. In March, I nearly tripled my pageviews again. In April, I hit an all time high…”

Building a Blog- eBook Review and Blog Update by Kristin at Believe in a Budget

“I have to say that this book is phenomenal. It’s packed full of good information, helpful insights, and raw truths as Abby details what worked for her – as well as what didn’t work – during her first year of blogging. Even this veteran blogger learned a thing or two along the way…“

Book Review: Building a Framework by Christina at Inspired VA Services

“Blogging is one of those things that many people love but they have NO idea where to start. I have been blogging for 2 years and 5 months and let me just say, I learn something new every day!”

How to Start a Blog by Sonya at At Home with the Barkers

“I ended up reading Abby’s ebook in one sitting, all 200 pages. Even though I’ve been blogging for a while there were still many things I have learned all thanks to Abby. Building a Framework isn’t just for the beginning blogger, it’s for every blogger…”

Building a Framework: The Ultimate Blogging Handbook Review by Carrie of Making Life an Adventure

“I really enjoyed reading her blog and respected her straightforward style and honesty with her readers… With only 4 months of blogging experience under my belt, I was thirsty to learn more, and Abby’s informational Ebook surely did not disappoint…”

The Only Blogging eBook You Need by Christie at Sparkles of Sunshine

“Along with the book, I found the printable blog planner that was included to be really helpful. I’m an organizing and planning nerd (of course!), so I appreciated being able to quickly put together a blog binder from the free printables…”

Are You Ready to Grow Your Blog? by Brittany of Overdue Organizing

“I had spent 6-7 years of online research, purchased numerous ebooks, joined online memberships learning everything from keyword research, HTML website creation and social media. While all of this research and information provided me wonderful  knowledge it wasn’t until I purchased Abby’s Building a Framework ebook that our blog came to fruition…”

Create a Blog by Diane at Diane and Dean

“I loved rereading Abby’s personal blogging story! Even though those first pages talk about setting up a blog, there was information that is applicable to where I am in my blogging journey now as well where I hope to be in the the future.  I am looking forward to finishing the book and diving into the videos and interviews…”

Review of Blogging Books by Kim at The Resourceful Mama

“Plugins, templates, URL … I know it can be a little overwhelming, but I promise with the help of Abby’s eBook you will be able to put together a professional blog that is truly your own. She outlines all the things you need to know about the technical side of blogging and easy to follow steps to help you setup a blog…”

Building a Framework: The Ultimate Blogging Handbook Review by Jillian at JST Design

“I was just talking… yesterday about the fear of the unknown. It will paralyze you and allow life to control you instead of you taking control of your life. This blog of mine is still a scary place and I feel overwhelmed at times and uncertain about what I “should” be doing or “could” be doing, but one thing is for certain, I’m doing it – day by day and one blog post at a time…”

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Starting a Blog by Pam at The Birch Cottage

“I already had 2 e-books and 3 books on hand about starting a blog but they didn’t come close to the depth of Building a Framework by Abby Lawson… Abby’s resource has the start-to-finish instructions that I needed…”

Blogging Guide– Building a Framework by Leslie at My Inspiration Cards

“Abby has written an amazing resource… She takes you step by step through the entire process. And since it’s a book you can take it at your own pace…”

Building a Framework Review by Shanica at Chevron Crush

Resources

Where do I go for hosting? Which theme should I choose? Which email service provider is best? Which tools can help me improve my photography? These ladies answer all of those questions and more in their comprehensive blogger resource pages.

Blogging Tips & Resources: How I Turned a Hobby into My Full-Time Career by Dawn at Dawn Nicole Designs

Blog Resource Guide by Kim at Made in a Day

11 Pro Blog Tools for Full-Time Bloggers by Angie at The Work at Home Wife

So You Want to Start a Blog? by Erin at Wild Creative Soul

Blog Tools You Can Use {and Free Blog Tool Printables} by Rachel at Smart Mom Smart Ideas

My Favorite Blogging Resources by Debbie at Simple Joys of Home

How to Start a Cocktail Blog by Shelley at The Drunken Tomato

My Favorite Blogging Resources by Kristen at Families that Stick

Things that Keep Me Blogging by Jillian at I Am a Homemaker

Whew! These ladies certainly know their stuff! A huge thanks to every one of them for being willing to share their blogging wisdom!

And before I sign off, I just need to say a great big THANK YOU to each and everyone of you for your support of the relaunch of Building a Framework this week! You literally brought me to tears {of joy} several times with your sweet words, encouragement, and well wishes. I have never felt so humbled in all my life, and I am just so grateful to everyone who took the time to comment, email, visit the landing page– everything! Awesome. Just totally awesome. Thank you, thank you, thank you from the bottom of my heart! Have a wonderful weekend, friends!