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What I Learned my First Year Blogging

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TODAY LAURYNCAKES (the blog) TURNS ONE!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
That’s right, one whole year of blogging. It blows my mind! A year ago I thought that I would try this thing out, that maybe it might stick, maybe it might not. Turns out I’m in it for good. Along the way, I have learned quite a few things, things I want to let you all know!

leather skirt outfit
chiffon blouse
The Good:
  1. Blogging is an amazing creative outlet. If i ever feel like I need to get something off my chest, create a project, or connect with others, this blog has done the trick.
  2. Normally an introvert, I can share my personal side without having to actually do the talking. Sometimes real life parties wear me out!
  3. You can meet some really, really cool peeps. Like really.
  4. Whenever someone asks what my hobbies are, I now have 2 things to say, “Reading (when I have time) and blogging.” No more awkward, “I don’t know.” So thats pretty nice.
  5. Blogging gets you free things. Which I mean, is such a perk. Ammmmmarite?
  6. Blogging lets me practice the business woman in me– selling a negotiation is both thrilling and addicting.
  7. Having a blog can boost your self-worth. Like, “Yeah, I make/write/put together outfits pretty well.” Self-confidence boost. Yup.
leather and chiffonThe Bad:
  1. When you get free stuff, you have to pay taxes on it.
  2. Once you earn money, you should own a small business license.
  3. Sometimes businesses that you love disappoint you. Working behind the scenes can ruin reputations.
  4. Sometimes you get told, “No.” Sometimes companies just don’t want to work with you. No explanation. You just get over it.
  5. It is extremely competitive. It is a blog eat blog world out there!
  6. It is easy to make life seem perfect. This is not a persona that I want to portray, but who writes about the bad?!
  7. GOMI. Haven’t heard of it? Look it up. Luckily, I am not mentioned there. But it is a mad, mad world to have a site like this.
wide brim fedora
girl with wavy hair
The Unfashionable:
  1. Bad outfits, posted everywhere. For everyone. Ever wonder, “Why did I wear that?” Yeah. Me too.
  2. People judging those outfits. Ever wonder, “Why did she wear that?” Yeah, me too!
  3. Making a spelling/grammatical error. AFTER EDITING. TWICE. & Still missing said error, and posting.
  4. Realizing that having chipped fingernails look terrible in outfit photos.
  5. Hoping that your real friends don’t tell everyone that you live in sweats most of the day, being dressed pretty only happens for about 4 hours a day.
Lauryn is the founder and creative face of Lauryncakes. Since 2013, she has worked on hundreds of social media campaigns, organized various blogging events and workshops, and offered individual consultations for influencers and social media marketers.

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16 Comments
  • DianeK
    January 17, 2015

    I share many of your opinions of blogging–enjoyed reading your perspective!

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  • Ilona K.
    January 17, 2015

    We can learn a lot after one year of blogging. I know so much stuff now than 1 year ago. Amazing photos!

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    • lauryncakes
      January 18, 2015

      One year down and I am still learning! Imagine another year from now… also, THANKS!

      Reply
  • Britta
    January 17, 2015

    Lauryn,
    I am just starting my own blog, and had no idea about many of the pros and cons! I will try to keep myself in check regarding the unfashionable list. Loved the post!

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  • Brenda Smith
    January 17, 2015

    beautiful pictures! I'm going into my second year of blogging on and off and I've learned similar stuff that you mentioned. When I first started to blog I never thought it would be so completive. Also, as big as the internet is I find that I usually run in the same or similar "circle" as others in my niche.

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    • lauryncakes
      January 18, 2015

      I never did either! It is truly hilarious how small the blogging world is!

      Reply
  • Jenny Romaine
    January 17, 2015

    Yes yes yes to editing! I read blog posts from 3 years ago and then cringe when I find a typo!

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  • Tami Q
    January 17, 2015

    Yes, there's good and bad with blogging. Overall I find it worth it.

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  • Sami Simpson
    January 18, 2015

    I didn't know that the GOMI site even existed… Glad you aren't on it or else I would have to do some webihunting 😉

    http://www.confidenceissilent.com

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    • lauryncakes
      January 18, 2015

      hahhahah! Thanks for always having my back, girl!

      Reply
  • Diana Moore
    January 20, 2015

    Lovely outfit. My blog is so small and I write about crochet patterns that I didn't know any of the things you are talking about here. I think I live in my own little blogging world. 🙂

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    • lauryncakes
      January 21, 2015

      Hahaha that's okay! I think it may be a niche thing!

      Reply