Jan 25, 2016 / Community Pool

Community Pool

The place for feedback, advice, 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. So I’ve been thinking about having some giveaways to go with some of the products that I write about. Many spirit makers will give out free glasses or other drinking paraphernalia for free, especially around Christmas time. I’ve got a collection of such things (in an unused state, of course) and was thinking about giving them away when I post write ups for their respective products.

    Has anyone tried anything like this before? Does anyone know how to make it more successful or spread the word about the giveaway?

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    1. I think it will work well once there are more subjects for people to comment upon. Hang in there. I liked the points you brought up about schooling. maybe connect with another blogger, and each take one side of an issue. you start the posting, they comment, you debate their remarks sort of thing? It might work and get you more beneficial traffic. http://www.suziland.net

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  6. Man that felt great. Just got some stuff out about my personal battles. I don’t even mind if no one reads them, that was more therapeutic that anything I’ve ever done. So thankful I found this place, to have a place to voice my life.

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  9. Hey everyone.. !
    I am 17 human years old. Writing is something very new world to me.
    I have posted a article ” what she never said ” it’s about motivating teenagers

    Please check out ! Thank you 🙂

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  10. please please I am unable to download the WordPress app on my Android phone. After downloading the app it says install not successful. please tell me what to do.

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  12. Hi all my blogo-mates and travelers!
    Yesterday I have posted a pre- Valentines’s Day guide on how to spend your most romantic moments on the most beautiful places of New Zealand >>
    http://independentcouple.com/2016/01/27/these-incredible-places-will-make-your-valentines-day-unforgettable/
    Post is accompanied by stunning pictures of my husband -photographer, so if you are planing to go to NZ or just want to get inspired, pop up on our blog and leave a comment how did you like it. Your opinion is most welcome and we will be happy to meet new friends!
    Thanks and See you 🙂

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  16. i’ve just started a blog. there’s going to be lots of different recipes and things on it please at least check it out and feel free to comment things on my post. I will probably be posting daily.

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  19. Hey all, check out my blog! I just started it a few weeks ago and I was hoping for some feedback from some of you more seasoned writers. This is a link to a poem I wrote but the blog holds a lot more things than just poetry. If you guys could help guide me in a direction where I can get my voice out there faster and with a greater impact, that would be EXTREMELY appreciated.
    When You’ve Withered Into Nothing | NRZY
    https://nrzy.wordpress.com/2016/01/25/when-youve-withered-into-nothing/

    Thank you!

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  20. Hello wordpressers,
    I’ve recently set up a site and it would be great if you could drop by and let me know your thoughts. There are only 2 posts at the moment; one inspired by a song title and the other my wife, but I’m planning to concentrate on short stories

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  21. So right now I think I am using my blogging for release and therapy. Because if I don’t get this out, I’m going to bust. And solitude isn’t really my login, it’s my life. My questions are….the BloggingU that is advertised, is there a cost? Do any of you have multiple blogs? My current one is a real downer and painful….so I was thinking of starting another lighter….good news happy times something. Just wondering if you guys juggle multiple sites. I have lots of ideas for down the road, after I know more of what I’m doing.
    This is me now: https://solitude1blog.wordpress.com/

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    1. Writing is therapeutic and the way you are managing is fine. I like how you release every inch of your emotions out on “Solitude1blog”. I do hope that you feel better after everytime you write.

      I think it would be great if you could start another blog for more lighthearted pieces. Of course, it would be great if you could also insert certain light-hearted pieces in the current blog; it acts as a variety so as to speak. I’m sure when you look back in years to come, you won’t have to brood over all the negativities. 🙂

      Hope I helped! Cheers!

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      1. I truly appreciate that! I will check yours out as well, I am very very new here, as you could tell. And I think you are right, this is FOR me, so why not add my own funny stuff in there. I can at least show myself I’m not all negative. And I do plan to revisit this, and hopefully help others after I get my life in check. And I do! Feel so better everytime I write something. Some of these events I haven’t thought of in years. It’s a real “process” remember, writing and somewhat releasing stuff I’ve had bottled up for so long. You are the first person to write me anything at all, and I sincerely appreciate your time 🙂

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  24. Hey guys! After a while, I finally add a “about me” text and a picture, trying to reach you with my beauty (xD just kidding!)
    Would love some feedback about my blog (yeah, I know, my food photography is not the greatest in the world) and would love to meet more foodies just like me!
    Thanks a lot you all 🙂

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  26. Hello all! I just started my blog, it only has 3 entries. I would really appreciate it if you could take a quick look and let me know what you think! 🙂 Leave comments or follow if you’d like.
    I would be more than happy to offer feedback on your posts/blog as well! Looking forward to hearing from you, thank you!!!

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    1. Hey there, I like your pictures in your first post. But I do find it a little bit annoying when it comes to viewing your wordpress. It is the bottom black bar with the “create a free website …” thingy, that hinders me from seeing the whole post. Try removing it. (FYI, I am using a laptop.) Otherwise, the design is clean and simple. 🙂

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  28. Hey, so I am getting discouraged… Follow for follow ??? I posted a story, and my plans were for it to be a chain for everybody to comment a sentence or two, to make it a fun, silly, dramatic, interesting, story !! I am slowly posting more of my photography. And I want to post some more rants, because I got reports that all of my 2 followers liked that. Help me come up with ideas to post and make my blog a bit more interesting. Thanks so much. https://loveorhate118.wordpress.com

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      1. Haha I was super confused about what you said !!! Now I understand !! The snow jump, is me. The one I wanted people to comment on, I thought was very clear, because i have it posted “Help me finish this story”….

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  29. Hi there. Ever heard of Vsauce? In a Nutshell: Kurzgesagt? Life Noggin? Well basically I was inspired by their use of aesthetics along with their giving out of esoteric info, to create my own. And so here it is, my very own informational blog/website:
    https://esotericinformation.wordpress.com
    Feel free to check it out and if you have any questions feel free to comment. And if you feel like it, you can follow me. Hope you guys have a good one and good luck on whatever you’re doing. 🙂

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