Clearly there’s something in the water because a whopping 71% of you don’t use an editorial calendar for your blog. Don’t feel bad, I didn’t start using one until I relaunched the Success Center into the site you see now. When I started blogging I wrote everyday which put me under a lot of pressure to deliver everyday. And who put me under so much pressure? I did (amazing how we abuse ourselves ain’t it? – FYI, “ain’t” is in the Memphis English dictionary).
Once I relaunched this site I decided to take my blogging seriously because I wanted it to succeed as something bigger than a blog. No one actually told me, taught me, or showed me anything of an editorial calendar so I figured it out myself. The thing is, I’m an organization nut. So, planning is something I do naturally (There’s a big difference between being an organization nut and a neat freak, so don’t get to excited ladies).
I don’t know what your goals are for your blog or website, but If you want to gain consistent readership, viewers, and traffic you’ve got to create a plan. That’s all an editorial calendar is. If you haven’t watched my 17 minute video detailing How to Create an Editorial Calendar for Your Blog, then get on it! If you voted in this poll and seen the video has your mindset changed? Is there a better way to blog that I don’t know about? For the one person who voted that they don’t use an editorial calendar, what’s your secret? Voice your opinion in the comments below. If you want your pretty picture to show up beside your comment then you’ll want to log in with you Facebook, Twitter, or OpenID account. Cheers! [We'll have a new poll start next week]
Do You Use an Editorial Calendar for your Blog?
- I don't yet, but need to start. (71%, 5 Votes)
- Absolutely! Don't know where I'd be without it! (14%, 1 Votes)
- Nah, I just wing-it when I blog . . . (15%, 1 Votes)
Total Voters: 7
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