Tuesday, March 13, 2012

vlog :: How to keep your blog fresh when you need a breather

Chantilly and I are back to chat again about blog stuff!
We totally took our own advice on this one and filmed a TON of vlogs on one day (as I'm sure you can tell by our outfits!).

Do you have anything to add to this conversation? As always, leave a comment to share your thoughts!

♥elycia

21 comments:

  1. I'm finding these videos such a massive help! Something I have started doing is whenever I think "oht hat would be a good post" I go and write it as soon as possible and save it my drafts and then all if I get stuck all I need to do is take photos for it for that day! Hope there's plenty more of these to come! REVEAL YOUR SECRETS~

    robyncook.com xo

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  2. You two are hilarious and adorable! I promise that one of these days I will overcome my shyness enough to do (and then actually post) a vlog.

    But I did however push my boundaries in the last couple of weeks and I started doing style posts. I feel like a complete nerd about it but whateves! Check 'em out, http://teetooblog.blogspot.com/search/label/my%20style

    The thing that I have started doing to be a more productive blogger is log into my blog whenever the inspiration strikes and start a new post that I save as a draft. Some days I'm overwhelmed with inspiration so I'll start four new posts! I'll just add some links and write a couple of words and then save it. That way I don't lose my blog topics list (I lose things constantly) and I have a big backup of posts to work on someday.

    Alas, when I pre-plan what I will write about, I never feel like writing about it (I think some psychological tricks are needed here- I don't like to follow my own advice- I'm a rebel).

    Enjoy the sunshine today!

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  3. Loved your vlog! It had some great tips that I'm really excited to use!! Thanks gals, for being so helpful.

    Also, that kitten in your vlog is ADORABLE. I was laughing so hard when he was biting on Chantilly's sleeve. :)

    xoxo,
    Laura
    http://lauraisthriftingthroughlife.blogspot.com/

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  4. I started keeping a journal with me for noting down random ideas a while ago and I can only agree, it is a MASSIVE help!!

    As always, Love the tips!!

    :)

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  5. Great content and lovely to see and hear you guys talk. I also couldn't help but love the kitten trying to attack Chantilly's elbow in the last minute or so...!

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  6. agh! love it! another funny vlog full of great advice, I have actually just started to really get in to scheduling my posts and it is so much better! I can only get a couple of days ahead so far but its a start!

    However guys, that kitty is toooo distracting, when he was biting Thursdays elbow!? TOOO cute :D

    Thanks! Love Jen xx

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  7. the best part of this video is the kitten gnawing on chantilly the entire time. so cute.

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  8. Thanks for the tips. Another thing I've found to be quite helpful, whether it is for blogging in general or other things, is to keep a tiny notebook next to bed. I seem to get some pretty good ideas when I'm trying to sleep! :)

    Priya
    Sunshine Over The Mountains

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  9. Definitely been needing this video! I just need a quick breather right now! Gosh!
    xo Heather
    http://ahopelessnotebook.blogspot.com/

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  10. Great advice and super cute kitten. <3

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  11. Thanks again! :) I have been trying to brainstorm blog ideas and also get a bit ahead of myself. I have a lot of work to do. I appreciate the tips soooo much.

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  12. I always love your vlogs you're sooo right to push them, pretty much every vlog I've ever seen has made me feel more of a human connection with the person who made it regardless of its content. That said, I'm still way too chicken to make one!

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  13. Thanks for the vlog - some really great tips there. I'm quite shy and don't every really include photos of myself in my own blog (aside from the odd bit of hand or foot) so a vlog would be a bit too out there for me. What advice would you give on managing the balancing act of being personal to meaningfully engage with readers without putting yourself in a situation where you might offend your current or prospective employers and also generally protecting your privacy?

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  14. I totally made my first vlog about a week ago inspired by you two's vlog posts!! It was a little scary, but kind of awesome too. I'm definitely going to do more!

    http://www.insideways.com/2012/03/cinematic-thoughts-on-creative-work.html

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  15. This is great, I like vlogs that make me chuckle, in a good way of course! You two are awesome and I'm really enjoying the vlogs! :)

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  16. These are great. Seriously, there are bloggers I follow who have been blogging for much longer than me, and it seems like they're pros and have a whole staff working for them to make their blogs perfect! But hearing all these wonderful tips makes me realize that I can make a wonderful blog too on my own.

    Thanks!
    -Hannah
    darladear.blogspot.com

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  18. I love these vlogs! :) I'm still to afraid to do it, but I think I'll give it a go soon, though! ;-)
    xxx

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  19. I'm sure someone has mentioned this already, but I love they way you both say "out" and "about"

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  20. That cat that was bitting Chantilly's arm is to cute!!!

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  21. Right at the end "... the first one's free." <3 you guys!

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