The simple fact goes like this. Blogging is virtual.
I wish with my whole heart there was some way to interact in a non-virtual way. It would be fantastic to give each one of you a warm handshake, a friendly hug or smile. How incredible, if I could meet with you for dinner. Share a meal, talk about life, blogging or whatever our hearts may desire.
…yet arduously we are confined to a few paragraphs of text.
Bloggers Inspire Me
Within a few moments of searching blogs online I can be whisked away to Paris on a magical trip. Almost like I’m there. Letting the blogger take me to his/her favorite dining experiences, sights and destinations.
The next stop may be a blogger who shares the latest news in technology. Food. Gossip. Their thoughts often bring me a smile.
It’s always a pleasure to roam the blogosphere for new content, and find those bloggers who make blogging something more. Who reach out with their whole souls, and do their best to change the lives of their readers for the better. Those bloggers who do their very best, in everything. Bloggers who make blogging something tangible.
How Do You Become A Tangible Blogger?
This thought plagues my mind on a constant basis.
- How does one go about becoming tangible?
- How do you grab readers with your message?
- How do you produce change?
I’ve heard the answer before.
The answer comes from many bloggers. In different ways. In unique formats.
Be genuine.
Write your blog in a way that you connect with your readers. Reach deep into your own soul, and produce something that triggers the emotional heartstrings of those you connect with. Pose thought provoking thoughts. Share your genuine feelings regarding matters. When striving to become more genuine you will find that you are always rewarded. Your readers will see, and more importantly, feel that inner desire.
We Are A Genuine People
A genuine man goes to the roots. To be a radical is no more than that: to go to the roots. -Jose Marti
When something is of value we say it’s genuine. Genuine leather. A genuine Picasso. Genuine love.
To the blogging world I say: continue being genuine! Reach to be a better blogger. Be a bit more tangible. Leave everything on the table (or a blog in this case) and let your readers know what you stand for, live for and feel.
Are you a virtual or tangible blogger?
Mona Lisa photo by Joaquin
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"You’re such a smart boy!" were his first accolades heard. So, it’s no wonder that this phrase became the title of his business, Smart Boy Designs.
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Hey Christian,
In my area of writing especially I think it’s important to ‘keep it real’. It is focused around positive thinking, but more importantly, doing. I’m not some guru and didn’t want to play one on the net (or tv:)
Actually, I’ve been a slow learner in some ways. I know a lot of ways how, ‘not to do’ something. I find it important to share some of these failings. When a person reads about things that I have been able to accomplish, and my continuing journey forward, they will know it is as one of them.
Keeping it real is why I am so drawn to SmartBoyDesigns. Nothing ever seems contrived. Posts, interviews, and even the photos. It’s just you. And, you introducing yourself to the rest of the world as you are.
This will win out every time as people are seeking to be connected.
Thanks.
Live it LOUD!
Twitter: smartboydesigns
April 9, 2011 at 7:22 pm
It’s great to see that you’re “living” your blog. Not only in the online world, but in your personal life as well. There’s so much more power in your writing when you practice what you preach.
Thank you for the kind compliments regarding Smart Boy Designs. I sure hope we continue to get to know one another, and enjoy the process as we go along!
Hi Chirstian!
Thanks for stopping by my blog and for your kind comment! This post is so relevant to what I’ve been thinking about lately. I often don’t blog nearly as much as I’d like. In my life right now I have to focus on quality over quantity. Hopefully one day the two will coincide.
I’m LDS, too. It’s great to “meet” you!
Lora
Twitter: smartboydesigns
April 13, 2011 at 6:27 pm
Thanks for stopping by Lora. I love your blog. Enjoyed your thoughts too. Sometimes we’ve just got to slow down, produce less articles – and be blessed with an increase of quality.