blogging

How to Win a Blog Award, From a Judge and Award-Winning Blogger’s Point of View

Last Friday I handed over my crown, Miss World style, to the new UK Blog Awards fashion winner. Actually it wasn't…

7 years ago

The “Influencer Look”: Whatever Happened to Individuality in Blogging?

This is not a post about fashion bloggers and what they wear. This is about representation and visibility. All the…

7 years ago

The Question of Diversity in Blogging

"The majority of the finalists are white. The fashion finalists are all female, and there's not a single plus size…

7 years ago

Let’s Get Over 40 Bloggers Shortlisted for a UK Blog Award: Will You Help?

Normally at this time of year I write a "please vote for me" post, usually for the UK Blog Awards. Not this…

7 years ago

How Hobby Bloggers and Pro Bloggers Can Both Work With Brands

Hobby bloggers want to accept gifted items but not do sponsored posts. Pro bloggers need to earn a living. There…

7 years ago

Exciting News: I’m a Judge at the 2019 UK Blog Awards!

Winning two years in a row at the UK Blog Awards was a dream come true, and one I'm not…

7 years ago

Excerpts From My (Imaginary) 2011 Blogging Diary

Ever wondered how different blogging was back in the day compared to today? Before social media took over and the…

7 years ago

The Benefits of Helping Others (in Life and in Business)

Last week I had the pleasure of attending the book launch party of Mumboss by Vicki Psarias, the brains behind the blog Honest…

8 years ago

If Men Ruled the Blogosphere Would They Work For Free Like Women Do?

"Oh we can't pay you, but we'll give you plenty of exposure". This is heard so often by bloggers that…

8 years ago

My Awards Hopes for 40 Plus Bloggers

When this post is published I'll be at my fourth UK Blog Awards event in London where I'm a finalist in…

8 years ago