I have not done an award since almost a year ago, but I want to shine the spotlight on others, as well as allow ways for you to get to know me better.
His Perfect Timing so graciously…TWO YEARS AGO…nominated me for this award. Her blog is always packed full of scripture, application to life, and positivity. She was one of the first blogs I really connected to when I first started blogging.
What Is The Blogger Recognition Award
As I found on another website, The Blogger Recognition Award is given to bloggers by bloggers who appreciate the hard work, dedication and vast amount of hours we all put into each and every post, as well as keeping the website current and updated.
How I Started Inside Cup
Ever since I was 13, I knew I wanted to discuss topics believers face, especially dealing with struggles. In 2014, I had started a blog, but not on WordPress. It was not until 2016 I finally decided to take my thoughts to a bigger platform like WordPress, but it took over a year for me to really find my footing and become involved in the community.
I’m grateful for the first year because I learned a lot, and I had to learn to devote my blog first to God before I started writing for others. In 2017, I started becoming more consistent, creating series, and diving into topics encouraging others to draw close to Christ, even if some were difficult. What I’ve learned from my first full year of blogging helped me tune in better to my community and my audience. I’m so thankful the Lord is my Teacher, and continues to be.
Two Pieces Of Advice I Have For New Bloggers
1. Don’t Focus On The Numbers- It is so easy for people to get caught up in stats. I’ve discussed it a couple of times already.
- 5 Things To Focus On Instead Of Stats | Christian Blogger
- The Right Way To Look At Stats | Christian Blogger
If you start beating up yourself about not making a difference, yet you have even one follower, one comment, or better yet one CONSISTENT reader, you have something going. You ARE making an impact. Use it wisely.
Take this time to slow down. Be willing to admit it’s better having a smaller group while you grow so you have time to refine your skills as a blogger. You can’t learn everything overnight.
While you grow, remember what it was like when 5 views was a good day. Never take any individual for granted. Wouldn’t you want your own view and comment to matter to others?
2. Make Sure To Reach Out To The Community
I’m not saying every day or even every week if it’s not possible. But find bloggers who share your niche. Bloggers who can stir inspiration and encouragement to you. Read their work. Like their work, if it speaks to you. Comment and discuss what you like or what spoke to you. This gets your name out there. It supports others.
In the previous point, I shared how easy it is for us to wonder about our writing. We aren’t alone. Many bloggers feel this way. Show them their writing leaves an impact.
And you may very well find some people who encourage you along the way, and perhaps, become great friends in the process.
I Nominate:
- Beautifully Rewritten
- Refreshing Spirit
- Autumn Wood Writes
- Ann Malley
- The Sullivan Spin
- Growing Thru Something
- Shae’s Days
- Running The Race
- God’s Whispers Of Truth
- Pointe To Christ
- Following Him Beside Still Waters
- Becoming His Tapestry
- Create. In. Me.
- Lea’s Spiritual Journey
- Taking Up My Cross
- Rules For The Nominees
- Thank the blogger who nominated you and provide a link to their blog.
- Write a post to show your award.
- Give a brief story of how your blog started blogging.
- Give two pieces of advice to new bloggers.
- Select 15 other bloggers you want to give this award to. Comment on each blog and let them know you have nominated them and provide the link to the post you created.
CONGRATS EVERYONE!
Comment Below:
What advice do you have for new bloggers?
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Congratulations! Great advice given too 👊
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Thank you so much!
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You are very welcome!
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Congratulations on the award and like Stuart said, great advics for new and experienced Christian bloggers.
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Thank you! I’m glad it was helpful.
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Thank you, my friend. Advice for new bloggers; there will never be a perfect moment to start the blog; just do it
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Yes! This is so true! Experiece is the best. 🙂
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Love your logo ❤️
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Thank you so much 🙂
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Thank you again Sis and BIG CONGRATS to everyone nominated!! My advice would be to definitely pray over your work before you begin to write. I did this over one blog in particular and received a great response. Another advice that I’m also learning as well, is to find inspirational music and the perfect environment for you that helps allow thoughts to flow. I like listening to guitar/piano/ some classical instrumentals.
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Amen!!! Prayer is important!!! For the big and small posts. Prayer for my potentially controversial posts has always been helpful as well.
I love music 🙂 ,too. Good suggestion!!
You are so welcome!
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Congratulations on the well-deserved award, and a lovely way to give a shout-out to other bloggers you love. Great bits of advice, especially with not focusing on the numbers as that can really suck out the joy of blogging. xx
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Thank you!!
Numbers definitely are consuming and I’ve seen bloggers be dragged down by it, even myself (last year especially). But then I remember how the numbers someone with a bigger following is complaining about I would love. People who have less than me would love my numbers. It can be a really selfish thing to do. I hope people become aware of this. ❤
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Great words of wisdom. 😊
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Thank you so much, 🙂
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Good advice, and congratulations to you and your other nominees 😁
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Thank you! And congrats to you! 🙂
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Congrats and wonderful advice!
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Thank you so much!!!!
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You’re most welcome!
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Thanks so much for nominating me. T.R. You’ve caught me utterly unaware. I so needed that. God is good ;^)
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❤ so glad this could bless you! The Lord is good!
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It’s nice to hear more of your blogging story. And great advice too!
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🙂 thank you so much! I’ve shared the story here and there, but I think it reminds me that it is okay to share it more often because I never know who may not have heard it before.
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Thanks for nominating me. It wasn’t something that I was expecting.
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You are so welcome 🙂 You open up about hard things on your blog, and I’ve seen your work impact others. God continue to be with you. 🙂
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Loved reading through this. 😊 Great points about it being important not to focus on numbers and keeping in mind that one can make a difference. 💖
Thanks for the nomination! 💙 I hope to get back to these award posts soon. 🙃
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🙂 take your time!!! You are so welcome!!!
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