5 Things You Should Be Doing To Boost Your Blog’s Popularity

photo: Look De Pernille

 

Creating a blog is one thing, getting it noticed is another. If you want to take your audience to the next level, it requires a little bit of strategy behind it. It’s all about creating good quality content and posting regularly, then using these strategies to get ahead and be noticed!

Don’t feel overwhelmed, world-changing statistics might not happen over night but if you try these five tips, you might just hit those targets you only dreamed of!

1. Get strategic with social media

Sharing your blog posts on social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram is the minimum. You should make sure that you’re sharing the right type of content with your followers and at the right times. Pinterest is a hidden weapon for upgrading blog traffic and becoming popular, so don’t share the same post on every single social media platform. And use scheduling platforms so you don’t go crazy while you’re posting across every social media channel!

2. Research hashtags

Hashtag your posts when sharing them with your followers. If your post is about fashion, a popular hashtag to use is #FBloggers which has been used nearly 2 million times on Instagram. Similar to this, use #bbloggers if your post is related to beauty. You are guaranteed an increase in views.

3. Connect with bloggers

There are a lot of twitter accounts that connect bloggers around the world. It’s easy to get involved and have your blog broadcasted to countries you’ve never imagined it would reach. One of the main accounts on Twitter would be @BloggingGals, they retweet hundreds of accounts a week and sharing them with their large following. To get involved, just follow their account and tag your posts with ‘#BloggingGals’ for a retweet.

4. Make sure your photography speaks to your audience

I love taking photos and scrolling through Instagram. I am instantly attracted to good photography, and if there is a blog post attached to it, I’m more likely to click and read it. Working on taking good photos will benefit your blog in the future, and make it more likely to be shared on Pinterest. I’m not telling you to invest in an expensive camera, but use apps like VSCO cam to brighten up your photos and make them look more attractive. iPhone photography for the win!

5. Be Dedicated

Being a successful and popular blogger isn’t easy. It’s hard work, a lot of hours go into making posts engaging and aesthetically pleasing to their desired audience. Make sure this is a hobby you love and enjoy and people will be attracted to your passion!

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photo: Look De Pernille

 

Creating a blog is one thing, getting it noticed is another. If you want to take your audience to the next level, it requires a little bit of strategy behind it. It’s all about creating good quality content and posting regularly, then using these strategies to get ahead and be noticed!

Don’t feel overwhelmed, world-changing statistics might not happen over night but if you try these five tips, you might just hit those targets you only dreamed of!

1. Get strategic with social media

Sharing your blog posts on social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram is the minimum. You should make sure that you’re sharing the right type of content with your followers and at the right times. Pinterest is a hidden weapon for upgrading blog traffic and becoming popular, so don’t share the same post on every single social media platform. And use scheduling platforms so you don’t go crazy while you’re posting across every social media channel!

2. Research hashtags

Hashtag your posts when sharing them with your followers. If your post is about fashion, a popular hashtag to use is #FBloggers which has been used nearly 2 million times on Instagram. Similar to this, use #bbloggers if your post is related to beauty. You are guaranteed an increase in views.

3. Connect with bloggers

There are a lot of twitter accounts that connect bloggers around the world. It’s easy to get involved and have your blog broadcasted to countries you’ve never imagined it would reach. One of the main accounts on Twitter would be @BloggingGals, they retweet hundreds of accounts a week and sharing them with their large following. To get involved, just follow their account and tag your posts with ‘#BloggingGals’ for a retweet.

4. Make sure your photography speaks to your audience

I love taking photos and scrolling through Instagram. I am instantly attracted to good photography, and if there is a blog post attached to it, I’m more likely to click and read it. Working on taking good photos will benefit your blog in the future, and make it more likely to be shared on Pinterest. I’m not telling you to invest in an expensive camera, but use apps like VSCO cam to brighten up your photos and make them look more attractive. iPhone photography for the win!

5. Be Dedicated

Being a successful and popular blogger isn’t easy. It’s hard work, a lot of hours go into making posts engaging and aesthetically pleasing to their desired audience. Make sure this is a hobby you love and enjoy and people will be attracted to your passion!

Want to know more secrets of blogging? We’re working on a blogging course and we need your help! Click here to leave your opinion and win the first copy of the course!

 


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  • Yvonne Ashon

    This is informative. Thanks
    http://www.yourbeautypantry.com

  • Dana

    There’s definitely a lot to think about when trying to get your blog out there, and these are all great tips! Connecting with bloggers through Twitter is something I should invest more time in so thank you for suggesting BloggingGals,

    Dana
    lovedanaparker.com

  • Cristina

    3 & 4 are my favourites, I swear by them!

    Cristina | *janded

  • Thivy Michelle

    These tips are so helpful, I will definitely be using these for my blog! Thank you!

    ~Thivy Michelle
    http://www.thivymichelle.com

  • Kachee || KacheeTee.com

    Connecting with other bloggers is useful! And number 5 ofcourse.

    http://www.KacheeTee.com

  • Green and Yellow

    Really good advises, thanks for sharing :)

  • Lauren

    Amazing advice as always! I wish I wasn’t so shy on social media! I love writing and blogging but not so much into the Instagram game! Lauren | http://www.theyoproedit.com

  • Lottie Gibbons

    Great advice, going to utilise social media!
    http://www.flareaforte.com

  • Atinuke

    These are great and valid points. Connecting with other bloggers has been helpful. Thanks for sharing.

    tinukeawe.wordpress.com

  • Amy M

    Photography is the most difficult for me – I’m a perfectionist and natural light is limited at this time of year! Haha.

    Amy ♥ // Snippets of Amy

  • peonies passionfruit

    Thanks for sharing these points, I definitely need to use my social media a little more wisely
    Eme
    http://www.peoniesandpassionfruit.com

  • Marianne Escobar

    This totally helps!

    http://www.annewndrs.blogspot.com

  • Preris Life

    Amazing tips for budding bloggers like me! Keep ’em coming! :)

    http://www.prerislife.com

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