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New to SITS? Welcome!! Go read this to get started.
If you’ve ever stopped by her site, then I think you’ll probably agree that today’s featured blogger is someone who should be in most blogrolls.ย Jill from Scary Mommy writes posts that always leave us wanting more.ย Funny, sarcastic to the core, and a mom to quite possibly some of the cutest kids on the planet, I rarely miss one of her posts.ย It’s these things that make her an amazing blogger and my friend.
Back when I first started blogging, I had very little idea what I was doing; let alone how to drive traffic to our site.ย Iโd labor over a post, hit publish, and then continually refresh my page, wondering why on earth people werenโt flocking to our blog.ย What was wrong with the world?ย If they would only read what I had written, they would see how funny/witty/creative/original I was and never want to leave.
But blogland is somewhat of a crazy place.ย The phrase, โIf you build it, they will comeโ doesnโt always apply.ย Something along the lines of โIf you build it, Tweet it, Facebook it, BlogFrog it, comment, comment, and then comment some more, they may comeโ is probably more accurate.
If someone were to ask me for one piece of blogging advice, my answer would be simple: Find bloggers who can help you become something better and follow them.ย Alone, you can only do so much.ย However, by reading websites that provide you with the how to’s and inside tips on all things social media, you can make the leap from a good to great blogger.
Jill helps others do just this.ย In addition to her Scary Mommy Society where she features guest bloggers, she also goes the extra mile and shares all that she has learned…
Twitter Etiquette: A Guide to Getting Unfollowed – If you fall into the Lazy Bones, Annoying Famous People or The Sketch Balls categories, chances are that Jill won’t be following you.ย And others probably won’t be either.
Is Your Blog Making People Sick? – You may not know it, but your blog could be detrimental to the health of your readers.ย Are they complaining of vision problems, dizziness or headaches?ย Jill reveals that your blog could be the cause.
The other reason Jill is a permanent fixture in my blogroll is for her unending supply of ideas and answers.ย Whether youโre looking for tips on how to build a Facebook Fan Page, make your blog into a book, or survive BlogHer, sheโs there to act as your guide.
And she does this not only on her blog, but also in her job as the community manager for Nickelodeonโs Parents Connect website.
For the month of July, Jill is even leading an event dedicated to blogging.ย Each day, she features a new blogger who shares tips on how to improve your blog.ย Itโs a great forum to showcase your site, make new connections, and learn about everything from blog templates to how to create your own community.
Jill’s my one stop shop!ย And she could probably beย yours too.
- Strolling In The Park With The Ergobaby 180 Reversible Stroller - May 20, 2018
- How To Set Up A Home Video Studio - Dec 18, 2017
- Welcome To The Sway โ The New Home Of The SITS Girls! - Jun 8, 2017
- Writing Fundamentals: 4 Things To Do Before Publishing - Nov 2, 2016
- A Letter To Our Community - May 24, 2016
- Ready to POP! Tiffany’s Baby Shower - Jan 22, 2016
- Invisalign: More than Just a Pretty Smile. - Mar 13, 2015
- Invisalign: Does it hurt? - Sep 8, 2014
- Does Invisalign Work? - Aug 1, 2014
- Smile It Forward - Nov 20, 2013
- Donโt Let This Halloween Haunt You! Basic Doโs and Donโts For Busy Parents - Oct 26, 2013
- Getting a Second Opinon - Sep 27, 2013
- Parenting Teens- Developing a Sense of Responsibility - Aug 27, 2013
- Fabulous Custom Canvas: 30% Off! - Aug 26, 2013
- Smile Down the Aisle - Jun 26, 2013
This is my first check in. I love the idea of women supporting each other. I will be back.
No one’s ever told me my blog makes them feel sick. Haha. I also don’t think I’ve ever read a blog that’s made me feel sick because of their layout. Cah-razy.
have i been away that long? everything looks great here!
This is my first check in … love the idea of supporting each other. I will be back.
This is my first check in. I will be back.
Have a great week ahead everyone!
I love Scary Mommy!
Happy Monday!
So glad I found this website. Love it already. Looking forward to meeting many more SITS girls ๐
What a wonderful and timely blog to feature. It seems like so many bloggers have reached a crossroads ~ to continue or not to continue… Introducing us to successful bloggers with their wisdom and wonderful resources is a wonderful way to keep us on track, focused, and motivated.
THANK YOU! This comment so validated what I was thinking when I wrote this post.
You make me happy, Jenn. ๐
Woooow.. that’s reading material for the whole week. Thanks a bunch! ๐
Happy Monday! Swing by my blog and enter our great giveaway!
I love Scary Mommy! Happy Monday all! ๐
Just saw your lovely picture pop up in roll call and it made me smile.
It’s been too long since we connected. Hope all is well in your world!
I have to check out how to survive blogher. i have heard a little about that and was considering checking it out.
So far, got posts up for today. Leaving tomorrow’s post to tomorrow, well maybe tonight.
Back to Mommyhood.
I love Jill aka Scary Mommy…met her at Bloggy Bootcamp in Baltimore and she is so cool!!
Is it Tuesday yet? Happy Monday ladies!
I really liked this comment by the author of this post, “If someone were to ask me for one piece of blogging advice, my answer would be simple: Find bloggers who can help you become something better and follow them. Alone, you can only do so much.” That is essential to the fabric of a blogging community.
Thank you, Margaret. I am so glad that you liked the post! Means the world to me. My name is Francesca and I recently joined Tiffany and Heather as one of the partners in SITS. They been so nice about indulging my ideas. ๐
Glad that the length of my post didn’t scare you away either!
Happy Monday! Stop by One Fine Wire today to check out some of my new home accents!
http://www.finewire.blogspot.com
I love new followers, too! ;o)
This post made me laugh! Your right “blog it and they will come” just doesn’t work. I’ve never read Scary Mommy but will have to now ๐ Thanks for the recommendation!
Been a fan of Scary Mommy ever since I started blogging. Great pick!
Happy Monday….
Monday. I don’t know which is worse, Monday or this mornings visit to hades, I mean the dentist.
I adore her blog!!!
Happy Monday. I’m planning another summer party and I’m beginning with my invitations today! Hope you can stop by and take some ideas back with you! ๐ xoxo
Scary Mommy looks great – on my way to check her out!
http://robyn-fojoy.blogspot.com/
I’ve seen Scary Mommy on blogrolls but laziness got the best of me…off to finally read her!
Always enjoy ScaryMommy’s posts ๐
Happy Monday.
I will admit my last post was a little mushy but you should check it out anyways http://www.taramk88.blogspot.com
Good morning, SITS girls!!! Okay, so it’s afternoon. I might still be morning on the West coast, right?
Jill from Scary Mommy is awesome! I hope everyone has a great week!
Thanks for the introduction to a new site!
LOVE this link! more fun goodies to read.
Good day! Hope everyone has a great Monday!
Hopefully this week will be a good one!
GREAT featured blogger! I need all the advice I can take!
I’m on part III of my story on how the hubs and I met. SO much fun to make! Check it out.
Mondays… back to work… at least I can read blogs at work ๐
Ooooohhhhhh ahhhhh,
I love the SITS new website, etc. Very nice. You guys are really moving along with this.
Makes me want to push harder to make my site better.
Happy Monday all,
-Victoria D.
This comment just made me smile, Victoria. Thank you.
xo
Hey Ladies! I’m back from vacation and feeling oh so refreshed!
Hope everyone had a great weekend. Heading around to comment now!
Looking forward to reading the feature!!
Everyone have a great day!
http://smellslikeinsanity.blogspot.com/2010/07/were-just-not-fancy-enough.html
Big fan of Jill’s. She is awesome.
Can’t wait to check out all this good info!
Scary Mom is the best!!
I already love her blog. What a great blog to feature!
Happy Monday everyone! Hope you all had a fantastic weekend!
I have two new great giveaways going on my blog, one for a beautiful pair of earrings, one for a cute knit doll. Please stop by and enter.. both prizes are from AMAZING and talented etsy sellers.
Or just stop in and say hello, I’ll be happy to return the favor! : )
Jill is awesome. I had the pleasure of guest blogging for her and was so bowled over by the invitation, but that was secondary to the warm reception she gave me when I started my own blog. I’ve said it before…she’s the Courtney Cox of bloggers and makes everyone feel like one of the Friends.
Love, love, love the tips … Scary Mommy is awesome. Thanks!
Have a great week! xoxoxo
The FB sounds great! Can’t wait to check her out! ๐ Have a great Monday & good week, everyone!
Morning all! No X-mas in July for me. The Dutch lost the world cup and the house isn’t going too well either. A little sad today.
Hope everyone had a great weekend! LOVE the featured blogger for today!
This looks like a great featured blogger! (well, they all are:))
Hope everyone’s having a great day!
http://www.chalkaboutit.blogspot.com
Another Monday is upon us. Make it a great week all.