Blogging Obstacles And How To Overcome It.
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“History has demonstrated that the most notable winners usually encountered heartbreaking obstacles before they triumphed. They won because they refused to become discouraged by their defeats.“ B. C. Forbes
These words are so true about blogging, like real life there are countless obstacles in your path of blogging success, today we are going to discuss 4 such obstacles of our blogging path, and how to overcome it.
Language, Grammar and Vocabulary:
Problem:
This is very common problem for no English bloggers like me (and countless other). Things become really horrible when I have a lot to say, but don’t have right word to express it. When it comes to writing I have limited vocabulary to explain everything without spoiling my message. This limitation of vocabulary use to frustrate me. before I adopted this new writing method
Solution:
In my early blogging day I use to write my post on Microsoft word, it’s in built spell and grammar checker was like a dream gift for me, but after few posts I realized what I was missing, I had very limited words. This forced me to find way to overcome it. After trying different writing method, I found this little lengthy process of writing, which is also time consuming but very useful for me, instead of writing my post in English now I write it in Hindi or Gujarati and then translate it to English, this gives me batter grip on my content and wide range of vocabulary.
Writing Content:
Problem:
Not every one is gifted like Brain Clark or Skellie who can write 10/20 post every day. Or like Darren Rowse who can write series of posts on any topic, be it RSS Subscription, Blog Promotion or Content writing, we new blogger often stuck in writers block. After posting 15/16 post we often meet the dead end of new idea for our next blog post.
Solution:
Joining the echo chamber of writer is the best way to keep your self occupied while stuck in writers block. Write what every one is writing about with your own thoughts and input about the topic. Shanker bakshi of shankerbakshi.com has great tips for you on how to re-write what every one is writing.
Filler Posts are another good substitute when you are left with nothing to write about, some blogger even uses it to maintain the posting frequency. Muhammad Siyab of puttingblogsfirst.com has some excellent ideas about filler post and how to maintain your post flow with it.
Blog Promotion:
Problem:
One thing that troubles every new blogger (and some relatively old ones) is spreading the word about their blog. Your killer titles and great compelling contents are worthless without proper promotion of your blog. I have seen few blogs great content, but there was no activity. This usually happens when your content doesn’t get enough exposure on social media sites like digg, stumbleupon and delicious
Solution:
The best way to promote your content and give it a quick exposure on social media site is to mail your blogging pals (I hope you have made at least 20 blogger friends now) and ask them to stumble and dig your content. Asking your reader for stumble and digg at the end of your post is another strategy that worked for many blogger.
Link building:
Problem:
Social media exposure is good for initial boost of traffic for your blog, but you need piles of link back from authority blogs within your niche for a regular flow of traffic. Expecting a link back or reference to your post without networking or building relation with other blogger would be optimistic to the point of stupidity. You need to build relation with blogger and those so called A-lister before you can ask for a link back from them.
Solution:
Link out generously: One way to make a real impression on another person is to be generous with them. Showcase their best work on your blog, refer their post and thoughts in your articles.
Start with blogger of your level: Approaching relatively new blogger have more chance of working out. And you can help each other drive significant traffic to your own blog. Offer help and consultation: Helping other blogger and reader of blogs you read often can really help you draw other in relation. When you don’t have solution for the problem point them to useful resources or person who can help them.
This creates a good impression upon both of the parties that you connect. Which will lead them come to you again if they have any confusion or difficulty. And you will become the ‘go to’ person, because they know you’ll either help them personally or point them to someone who can.
Join Webmaster Community: Webmaster community forums such as Authority Blogger and Digital Point can be really useful to start your hunt for potential blogging network. Join the discussion, share your thoughts, contact webmaster, and you will see building blogging network isn’t that difficult.
What Obstacle You Have Faced?
So friends what obstacles you have faced during your journey to blogging success and how you over come it. Share your personal experience with us in comments below.
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“instead of writing my post in English now I write it in Hindi or Gujarati and then translate it to English”
Oh Really are you writing it up in hindi first then coverting it in English? Man you are pushing yourself too hard against all odds.
I am damn sure “That BIG success” what people usally refer is not very far from you. You will be reaching to a great place in blogsphere very soon sunil. Good post.
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i’m having real trouble with social media, since i can’t quite bring myself yet to ask my friends to help me out here.
ah well. maybe next week. 
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@Shanker Thanks Shanker frankly speaking translating post from Hindi to English is easier for me then writing it in English from scratch. My knowledge of English is of basic level with little knowledge of proper English grammar, and vocabulary. Which cause me trouble while writing, and It was equally time consuming for me.
Sunil,
I think it’s amazing that you write in a second language. I can’t even imagine being able to do that. You should feel so proud.
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Good post- I guess sometimes we native English speakers take it for granted. I admire you for your command of the English language- I took years of French and can barely speak a word of it now.
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Hi Sunil – My biggest problem was getting my blog found. It wasn’t until I started finding and commenting on other smaller blogs that I started getting traffic/comments.
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It’s interesting to see all these steps written down. I used to do 80% of this by accident. But now that I am more serious about blogging, I need to discipline myself and do more steps to get the blog moving forward.
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That is really a good article to read! Good job cheers!
Great article! I’ll be sure to use a few of your tips when starting up one of my new blogs. It can be a hassle to get one going… but once you get into an active community and get a steady flow of readers it’s all worth it.
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Hi! Great post — very informative! Suggestion: change the spelling of “obstacle” in the post title. It actually took me a moment to notice — it’s correct throughout the post, just the title is oopsied! We are all, afterall, human!!! ;^)
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I guess I need to work harder at the social media sites. I do use I think maybe 50 but I guess if I had a few more blogging friend would help with more traffic.
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You have presented some very good points there, linking out generously can definetly help in the long run, after all – what goes around comes around.
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Haha, I’m off to make me some blogging friends
I’m lucky because I’m english and can write in it no problem (no errors)
Hi Sunil,
Basically everyone starts out at the same level. You just need to take it step by step. Recognize the fact that you will be around for a long time and you will have up times and down times. Life is like that anyway.
Most people will not become like Problogger, Brian Clark, Skellie, etc. Just be happy with who you are. But, if you want to compete with these people study them very carefully. Become an expert.
Have a good week. You are 16 hours ahead of US time!
Ellen
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You really said the real problems. Thank you so much for sharing your suggestions and idea. To tell you honestly, you said the best solution.
I always say that Unique Content is a must for any blog. Everything else comes only after it. Filler posts are great but people come to read your thoughts and experience on your blog, they want to know your opinion and lack of such is a doom to your blog.
Sorry, don’t mean to through the dark thoughts in here but I think that point should be highlighted!
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Another way to help out your blog is to invite guest bloggers. James Chartrand of Men with Pens is a BIG proponent of this.
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I agree with Alex, unique content is a must for any blog. In addition to that, having a strong network is also a must! Having some related topic blogs with strong page rankings helps quite a bit. Great article thanks!
I imagine it must be hard writing in a second language, but that’s a good idea to use translation to make things easier. The other solutions you mentioned were good too, I’ve had some problems with link building but those are effective tips.
Overcoming obstacles is the whole procedure. Some run away from that procedure, but in fact that is where the results tend to be. I also did not know about the Webmaster Community previously.
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Excellent article! Thank you so much for sharing some advice on how to resolve that kind of situation.
Excellent point, Sunil. I think the biggest problem for most of us is to be able to consistently create quality articles. The fact is it’s always easier said than done. We can only become better through practice with each passing of time.
@Ellen Wilson: Couldn’t say it better myself
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I enjoy these “Problems then Solution” articles. Thanks for the effort.
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Good article to read. You really discussed the real problem and how to solved it.
Very good informative article. You have presented some very good points covering real problems.
Thanks for sharing.
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I think the toughest obstacle is just sticking with it. There are many ups and downs with blogging and it takes a lot of patience to become successful. But if you spend the time on your blog, eventually you will become successful.
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nice point actually my problem is link building and blog promotion i just installed my blog last sept. and i dont know how can i get traffic.
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thanks for tips it will really help me a lot
This article makes a great point. You need to keep trying and failing to rebuild something greater to finally succeed. Usually people are one try away.
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Good article! I love that quote – I think it has a lot of truth in it. Writing content can be tough at times, yes, but at least it’s within your control. Building links is tougher, I find, because you have to rely on others a lot of the time.
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Sunil what happened ? It’s been quite long since you blogged. Everything okay ?
My biggest problem is #2 on your list. What do I write about? I can never come up with subjects, and on top of that I don’t feel confident to write about some of them when I come up with an idea.
Anyway I enjoy reading your blog
Thanks
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The Elements of Style is a great book for style and grammar. It’s definately important to write well. A good flow keeps the audience reading.
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Unlike yourself, I am English speaking by birth, yet I still struggle to express myself (actually I struggle in all the areas you address). Thanks for a very helpful post.
The only problem I have is writing content – I don’t outsource and so not only does it take time, but i also get bored and stuck with ideas (I am English speaking)
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This is a great post. I like the way you presented a problem and then gave a great answer to solve the problem. The answers were very helpful as well.
Job well done.
Kelli-Ann
This was a very informative post for me. I am fairly new to blogging but I really enjoy it. I mostly enjoy reading other posts and commenting because I know it has to encourage the blogger writing the posts and helps spur them on to write even better posts. I will be back to read some more of your posts. I’m sure I will get better if I keep finding blogs like yours to help me.
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Well I speak English so that isn’t a problem for me, and I love what I do, so I don’t have many obstacles
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The biggest obstacle is of course getting links to any website. When you are first starting out and a nobody in the blogging world, getting links is definitely difficult. Sure writing great content helps but how many can really write truly mesmerizing content that would attract links like bees to honey?
From the start I got with that! It really showed me that a person should be dedicated enough to know this kind of problems. Thanks for the post and the solutions… hope to hear from you more!
I think regarding the first problem (lack of English vocabulary), you should try reading some English books. Even if you read some small books, you’ll then start to understand more words and get a better grasp of the English language.
Good luck!
Oh, and, regarding the ‘running out of ideas post’, it always helps to just look around and see what other people are blogging about. Either that, or try and hire a writer for one or two posts just until you can get a clear head and think of some ideas.
Personally, I always carry a notebook and pen around with me, then if I think of something I’ll quickly write it down and expand on it when I get home. I find that just walking around the neighbourhood gives you loads of ideas.
I can’t even imagine trying to write 20 posts per day. I honestly don’t think that I could do it. Getting help for me has been the key to solid growth. You have to have writers in my opinion.
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