Are you scared to blog? Are you wondering how blogging can help your business? I will admit, I am not an expert BUT I do know as a result of blogging daily for over 4 years (OMG!) I have made a difference which is my purpose personally and in my business.
A simple challenge from Vanessa Coppes of ETTM, changed my life. On those days I want to quit, I go back to the emails I received from readers and customers to see how something I shared has helped them. Do I struggle some days finding a topic? YES! Do I wonder if anyone actually reads them? YES! It is the occasional comment or message from a friend or reader which keeps me going, wanting to write more and share more. I am always amazed how many people actually read my blog! It is humbling to think people read AND share it with friends, family and team members.
The Sales MOMS Network actually did a story on “Blogging for Direct Sales“. There are some great suggestions in there on how to get started if you are in direct sales and are considering blogging. It can be a little scary at first but the benefits far outweigh the scare factor. They also shared a blog on “The 7 Tips of Basic Blogging”.
I remember the first time Deb Bixler included my name in a tweet – I was shocked, honored and for those who know me – yes, I cried just a little but they were tears of joy.
I know my blog is all over the place. I go from talking about my business to sharing personal health struggles to organizing tips and product spotlights. I have heard pros and cons about the best way to blog – focused versus general. Most days, my blogs are about what I need to hear and I hope some where along the way, it helps someone else.
Are you considering blogging? What have you got to loose, right? Will it give you instant business? Probably not. Will it help you to develop relationships? Absolutely. I know for me, it has changed my life. It has helped me step just a little further out of my comfort zone by sharing sides of myself very few people know. I LOVE helping others to grow – personally and professionally to be the best they can be. Remember “You can’t fail if you don’t stop BEFORE you SUCCEED.” Wise words from Mary Christensen.
I challenge each of you to move the walls of your comfort zone so you can grow. If it isn’t blogging, maybe it is picking up the phone and making calls. Or is it sharing the gift of your business with someone you don’t know? Whatever the wall is – step beyond it and experience the greatest gift of all – overcoming your own personal FEAR. I look forward to hearing about the walls you are moving – please share. If you are blog or are starting a blog – share your link below so we can all check it out.
Have a ThirtyOne-derful day.
Hope Wissel 