Dec 5, 2016 / Community Pool

Community Pool

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

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  3. Hey everyone, I am looking for some feedback on my recently made blog showing the designs of my mobile app in the making. The app is based on Neuroscience, Social Science and Sport and Exercise Science (my own field) to deliver an unseen solution towards improving health, mentally or physically.

    Come along and see what we have so far 🙂

    myhealthrev.com

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  5. Hey friends! I am doing Blog reviews LIVE via livestream on YouTube right now for the next hour or two! If you want me to give you a quick review, drop by and let me know!
    In the mean time, feel free to mingle in the chat or maybe even visit my page to review my site too 😃
    Hope to talk to you soon!

    Your pal,
    Benjamin
    http://www.projectbiy.com

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      1. Hey Jessica!

        I’m not doing any live stream reviews right now, and considering how it’s super late (2am) right now, I will not be able to review your work as BUT I will take note of your request and check em out after my slumber and day lol.

        Till then, I hope your sky is good to you and I will talk to you again soon 😉

        Your pal,
        Benjamin
        http://www.projectbiy.com

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      3. Okay Jessica, I’ve just reviewed your blog and love everything so far!

        Imageries used fits the topic in discussion and the clean arrangement definitely will help make the experience of your visitors’ a good one.

        The only thing I’ve noticed missing is just an “Archive” section which would allow easy navigation for your future readers who may wish to access your older content.

        Not necessary to add, but its definitely an option to consider.

        Your content includes info which not many blogs of the same category go into so that’s a good thing to take note of.

        Hope this helped bud! Keep up the good work 😉

        Naturally, if you got any questions etc, do let me know!

        Your pal,
        Benjamin
        http://www.projectbiy.com

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      4. Thankyou so much for such a detailed review! 😊
        I will look into adding an archives section as I think this will be useful 😊thanks a lot for differentiating my blog from similar ones as I’m really hoping to stand out as unique in fitness blogging 😊

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    1. The composition of your photos is fantastic – really well done! As for storytelling tips, it’s always good to remember that there can be prompts anywhere. Over on our site, we focus on nostalgia so everything we do we tie back to that one concept. It’s an approach that works well for us, as we can focus certain posts on certain things. It’s a little bit of a backwards prompt. Maybe having some themes or posting certain types of pictures on certain days would help, and then doing some writing about that concept. Just a few ideas! Love your site!

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    3. I really liked your photography: I am hopeless with photography haha so my opinion is well done! If you have any tips for me please share ahha

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      1. Thank you! What do you mean “in a way”? Is there something that could make them more relatable? Or can you pinpoint what makes them relatable in the way that they are?

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      2. I would say that I could relate to your post regarding; you’re fine and few second afterwards you feel like you want to disappear, to be happy or not but more like thinking about others, are they happy seeing the actions made. We think too much for ourselves too much of others as well, leads to feeling lost. I’m not sure if my perspective is similar to yours, thats explains the “in a way”.
        Overall, I like your post, it makes me feel like I’m not the only one to feel this way, but things will be better by thinking positive.

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    2. I like your writer’s voice. There’s something dark about your work, but it’s subtle. The writing feels earnest. I’ve always appreciated somber, thoughtful art.

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  13. Hi everyone, my blog is about a holistic approach to health. It focuses on encapsulating both physical and mental wellbeing, with a strong focus on positivity.

    My latest post is a great glute activating and toning workout 😊

    https://jessyroseonline.wordpress.com

    I would love any feedback and am eager to have a look at some other new blogs too 💫

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    1. Emily, I am fascinated by farming so I loved reading your blog (I’m a Midwestern Ohio girl, and love Michigan!). I really enjoyed your Tuesday Dinner series. Very cool blog – I followed your site so I can learn more about your farm, food and other fun stuff! Thanks for sharing!

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    1. I’m glad you’re back. Your posts are entertaining and informative. If they have developed a fair understanding of the Q-factors, perhaps the next step could be determing how to stimulate Q-factors in scientists. That sounds like a fun project. https://gracelead.co

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    1. I really liked your post “Is it too early for some Christmas cheer?” Over on our blog, we love Christmas too, and think finding joy in the season can help add so much to our lives. We just wrote about how being nostalgic during this time of year can help you have brighter holidays: https://nostalgiadiaries.com/2016/11/29/three-amazing-ways-being-nostalgic-can-brighten-your-holidays/?iframe=true&theme_preview=true
      Followed you and look forward to reading more of your posts!

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      1. Hey! I enjoyed reading your blog and look forward to reading more from you! I love nostalgia-such as old cartoons I used to watch, toys I used to play with, books I used to read..etc! I especially love going to antique stores and seeing these old things that I remember always brings a smile to my face!

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      1. Hi Jo! Thanks so much! I appreciate your feedback! And yes, NYC is a fun place to live, but sometimes I do wish to be away from the hustle & bustle of the city lol. Also, I did check out your blog! Love it! Already following! 🙂

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  30. Hey everyone! I hope you’re all well! I recently created an upcoming movie releases page for my lil film blog, Flicks and Pieces! It (should) show each and every upcoming film release date for the UK and US, in two (hopefully) handy calendars:

    https://flicksandpieces.com/2016/11/07/movie-calendars/

    It would be amazing if I could get some feedback on the page, just to make sure that it’s working OK. Is there anything I can add or change which might be handy?

    Thanks in advance 😊

    Happy Monday!

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