Oct 12, 2015 / Community Pool

Community Pool

The place for advice, feedback, and friendly blogging chatter.

Have you just published a new post and are dying for some feedback? Did you recently start your blog and could use some layout or design advice from your more seasoned peers?

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    1. Hi,
      I really enjoyed your blog. Your visuals really bring depth into your posts and the contents itself is very captivating. Your About page is also very descriptive which is always a plus. I think you’re doing great 🙂 Keep it up!

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  2. Hi all!
    I just created my first blog. I intend for it to be a space where anyone and everyone can come to discuss real issues in a respectful and constructive manner. If anyone has tips, or an issue they feel is important, I would love to hear about them/it!

    Check out my blog, let me know what you guys think!

    Excited to be part of this community 🙂

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    1. I like the ideas you have initially, especially the one about political correctness. I love the title of your blog, just wondering if you might find a color scheme that is a little more pleasing to the eye. I’ll be honest, I’ve come upon some decent blogs in the past where the font was black and it was hard to read, so I just stopped following. Don’t be afraid to experiment with the different backgrounds until you find one you like at first. Also, I like short posts, but usually 4-5 paragraphs letting us know how you feel is usually a good rule of thumb I’ve found for a sweet spot. And get on Reader and find some other great blogs and start following/commenting/liking others and you will see them start coming to your blog for a visit!

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  3. Hey guys and girls, i just created a blog name howtodow. It will offer you many sort of hepls that you overcome in your life.Can somebody help me how to write creative blog and promote people to view my blog.Pls help me.
    My blog is (howtodow.wordpress.com)
    Tq

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  4. Hey guys!
    My name is sagar. I am an new blogger, i have added a blog “five shoe designs of all time”
    Please pay a visit to it … I would be really thankful.. And don’t forget to give a feedback
    Thanks!

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      2. Hi Brother
        Great to see that you have made your first post.
        Before making the next post I suggest you to fill an important part of your blog that is the About page.
        Every reader comes and visits the about page first to check whats the blog all about and know the author…

        So work on that
        I hope my suggestion would help you
        #HappyBlogging 🙂

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      13. Oh your post. I read it , actually i was not aware about the NO BRA DAY so it was quite knowledgeable for me and other thing is that i was shocked by such kind behaviour of the people like making a positive initiative into a sexual show where girls are clicking selfies and showing their assets ….. Its quite reprehensible..

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      14. Sorry I guess you didn’t get the question I asked…

        From where did you come to know about my post , how did you find it out ?

        Anyways thanks for the comments 🙂

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      15. Oh! Actually when you commented on my post in the community hall at that time i saw a link and opened it

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    1. Hi Stephanie,
      Your blog is beautiful! I always love looking at food blogs just because I’m such a foodie haha. Your pictures really bring more depth into your posts and the contents itself are great! I also enjoyed reading your About page because I was able to connect with work a bit more personally. Thanks for sharing your blog with us 🙂 I think you’re doing great. Keep it up!

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    2. Heya, I love the theme of your blog! It’s really bright and lets you show off those amazing photos.
      What do you think is not set up correctly? I’m new to blogging so actually that question is also for me to figure out if I did the same! 😛

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      1. Hi Doc, what I thought was not set up correctly was the agreement I made with another blogger when I guest blog for her. We did not set up number of posts or how they would be shared before we started and now we have different ideas of how it should go.

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  9. I just extended my blog by creating a presence on Facebook. For those of you who have a Facebook page that correlates to your blog: how do you drive traffic back and forth? What strategies have you found most work most consistently? What things have you found do not work?

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    2. Hi,
      I loved it! I was really able to relate to your About page and your first post. I also tend to question many things and some of those questions you came up with were questions I have also asked. The “what if” game is always a fun game to play 🙂 I’m going to give you a follow because I find your train of thought stimulating and intriguing. I’d love it if you also checked out my blog as well! I’m definitely looking forward to seeing more posts from you. Perhaps, we can engage in such philosophical discussions together 🙂 Cheers!
      https://pebblestonesteps.wordpress.com

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    2. Hi Reyna,
      I loved your blog 🙂 Definitely enjoyed your About page and also the Butterfly post. Your writing is very raw and it definitely strikes a chord with me. As a fellow writer, I’m going to give you a follow 🙂 It would be awesome if you could also give my blog a look! Any feedback is welcome. I’m looking forward to more posts from you! Cheers!

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    3. Hey Reyna, your blog looks really good so far (although I might be biased… books and dogs and coffee are literally like my three top things in the whole universe). Your two furry friends are gorgeous.
      The theme and your writing style is really good, I look forward to seeing what you come up with 🙂
      Cheers,
      Em

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    1. Hello!
      I enjoyed your visuals. They bring depth into your posts and enhance your content. I think so far, you’re doing well! As for the About page, you could possibly include your background, why you blog, the theme behind your blog, etc. Whatever gives readers a better understanding and a better connection to you 🙂 I wish you the best of luck!

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  14. Hi there! My name is landon and I’m a new blogger. Can anyone give me any pointers on what theme would work best? Any suggestions on what I should include in the “about me?” Thank you!

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    1. Your post was very entertaining and highly fun to read. So yes, it is sarcastically bitter enough! I enjoyed reading you blog.

      Will you check mine out in return?
      It’s right here: jenzpic.wordpress.com

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    1. I think in general (although I’m new too so maybe I’m wrong!), everything needs to be under creative commons… i.e. whoever made it has declared that it’s free to use on your site.
      There are a few subtypes of CC I think, like free to use for non-commercial purposes, able to modify etc. Try to investigate the fine print behind the vids.
      Or better yet, contact the person that made it and ask them directly 🙂
      Cheers!
      Em

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  18. Hey people!

    I’m wondering if any of you could check out my blog, and give me constructive feedback and your personal opinion. In return, I will do the same for your blog/site, but only if you ask!

    Thank you! Please check it out:
    jenzpic.wordpress.com

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    2. Hi and congratulations on being published! That’s a massive thing to happen, most of us will never achieve that in our lives so it’s really something to celebrate.
      Onto what you’ve posted about… I have to say that when I looked at your site I didn’t see a photo at all. I saw the picture in your post about the water but I’m afraid the rest was blank. I tried opening your blog from your name, gravatar, and link and they were all blank. I used a new tab and also opened everything in a new window as well.Just so you know I’m using Google Chrome as my browser. If someone else says they can’t see anything, try and fix it then come back and post or contact me on my site and I’d be more than happy to take another look.
      Best of luck with your writing.
      Emily

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      1. Hi Emily thanks a lot with your feedback. I noticed this once too, but then the other times it loaded up fine. I use Google Chrome too, so don’t know if it’s a Chrome thing. May have to tinker a bit more. Thanks again.

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      2. Happy to give feedback if it helps, although I’m not sure I have… at least I’ve alerted you to a potential problem. When I get a sec I will open your blog in Safari and see how that goes.

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  20. I just posted a blog about my labour with my beautiful 6 week old daughter. Would really love to read other women or male partners stories 😊 also feedback on how I did based on my first piece of writing! laurajaypee.wordpress.com

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    1. Hi John,
      Must say I love the look and feel of your site. Your posts are attractive, informative, well written,clean and crisp, the photos are terrific.
      Although I don’t have any plans to go to the USA I’d definitely subscribe to your site if I was planning on going. Please continue just the way you are!
      Happy travels,
      Emily

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      1. Thank you, Emily! That really means a lot. I just started traveling and because of money and situational issues, I can’t go out of USA just yet. But my travels category won’t be only USA. I’m actually planning to travel internationally pretty soon 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!

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      2. No problem it was my pleasure… when you can please go to England and Germany for me (I’m not going to sponsore you though!). My parents came from there so that’s where I want to travel to. I’m at uni at the moment but would like to go eventually 🙂

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  25. A question for anyone who would like to help. We write about our travels, and have a few recent extended trips to talk about – for each trip, would it be better to write just one long post, or break it up and do a short post about each cool place we went along the way? Which would be easier/nicer to read? Thanks in advance.

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    1. Heyo, Alex. For me, I like the shorter stuff better (maybe that’s fault of this tech-driven world!).

      I aim to make my writing like that, sort of snippets of info, but still with substance, and a few top photos.

      In the end though it’s just what you enjoy writing too! Goodluck 🙂

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      1. Sounds good. I’ve only really tried the longer stuff so far, but I’ll give a couple of shorter posts a go and see how they turn out.

        Thanks for the advice!

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      1. Good idea, I think I’ve definitely missed out a few stories here and there in the past, trying to fit too much into one post. I’ll try breaking things up and see how that turns out.

        Thanks for the advice!

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      1. Good idea, I think I’ve definitely missed out a few stories here and there in the past, trying to fit too much into one post. I’ll try breaking things up and see how that turns out.

        Thanks for the advice!

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  26. Hey all!

    Lovely to meet you. I’ve just started on WordPress and am very new to it all, so if you’re feeling partial, I’d love it if you could take a peek, have a read, comment/like, give me any tips, or even a friendly follow (I’m also learning the ropes of how to suss out others’ blogs, so keen to look in return)! If appreciate it beyond words 🙂 Laura

    http://www.whatlaurathought.wordpress.com

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    1. Obviously you don’t have a lot to comment on (yet) but a strong first post and I loved your about page. Very minimalist theme, so adding some images to posts might be one way to attract interest.

      Best of luck Laura

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      1. Thanks so much, Jason! That’s very kind of you. I actually just put up a second post so I hope I’m finding my ‘voice’ a bit more haha, and the image sounds spectacular. Heading over to suss your pressed words out now! 🙂

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    2. Hey Laura, I loved that post on ‘no bra day’ (stupid attempt it is to raise awareness of breast cancer!).
      Theme is cool too, doesn’t distract from your words.
      Looks like a good start 🙂
      Cheers,
      Em

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    4. Hi,
      I thought your blog was nice. The contents are great and I like how you talk about things going on in society. I think it’d help if possibly you could further develop your About page. Just so that viewers can better understand your blog. Also, this is just a suggestion, but maybe if you add pictures or visuals it can bring more depth into your content. These are just suggestions though 🙂 It would be awesome if you could also give me some feedback on my blog! Anything is welcome 🙂 Cheers!

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      1. Hey John,
        Thanks for the comments! It’s awesome getting another perspective. I was a bit lost when it came to writing my About page and had actually forgotten it existed since, so thank you for the reminder! The pictures idea is also awesome, definitely planning on stepping up my game there 🙂 I’ve just headed over to your blog and wow – the layout, the photos, the way you write… it’s honestly quite beautiful. I love it, and I’m not just saying that! 🙂

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  27. Hi all – I’m looking for general feedback on my blog in terms of content (I am quite happy with the layout for now), although I was kinda happy with the content too but it doesn’t really get much attention. I’ve tried liking, commenting on others blogs (without being a serial spammer of such methods) etc but still it is lacking in the interaction department, so if you are happy to cast your eye over it and offer some feedback I would be grateful.

    I just wonder if the content is hard going or difficult to relate to (or something else).

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      2. From what I’ve read so far I like it. I’m very into photography and fiction, so this is much more my kind of thing as opposed to the many ‘lifestyle’ type blogs that proliferate these days. More dark and moody pics / writing is no bad thing.

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      4. everything is wrong about my website  i need to reset it it looking bad it not impresing please help for the last time i guess thank you somuch for your time

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      2. Hi Mount. I had the theme that your blog is using but the pictures I was using didn’t work so well, yours do however, they are clear and colourful which gives it good impact, although once into a post itself the images start to lose their clarity a little as they are (I guess) zommed in too much, this is an issue with the theme rather than your pictures though.

        The font is good and the site is easy to read, for anyone looking for a blog with a religious angle then yours seems to deliver.

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  28. If anyone cares to check out some of my vaguely satirical musings, semi-humorous rants or read the latest in the ongoing series of the (underwhelming) adventures of Procrastination Man, the world’s most unlikely superhero, you will be welcomed with open arms and a free banana (terms and conditions apply..) Thanks

    http://halfbananas.com/

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    2. Hi Jason. I’ve already followed you, and now that I am home from work I can read through your blog a little more. One thing I noticed as doing this is as your posts are quite long on the home back, that after clicking into a post to read, when you go back to the home page it can be quite a long scroll towards the bottom to get to the next post.

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      1. Thanks for the follow and your interest!

        Re the home page, that’s just how WordPress does it, as far as I know. Perhaps easier to use the links on the right hand side to navigate to the posts you’d like to read.

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    1. Hey,
      I dont think you can change the site address. You can definitely change the name of your blog in settings but you cant change the URL.
      There is, however, one option, you can start a new blog with the name of your choice and post everything from your existing blog over there.

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