So this is where I sit. Lately I've been sitting in front of my computer a lot. Taking notes and making mind maps. Listing things and executing things. I'm studying. Online. It is intense and incredibly fun. The sun is going down outside my window and I light a candle to get some "hygge" feeling.
Have you ever done a blog course? I have. And I am doing it again, because you always learn something new about yourself, you set new goals as a blogger and you discover some nitty gritty stuff you didn't know before. And you get inspired. I am so inspired!!!
I am taking a
Blogging Your Way online course with Holly Becker at
Decor8. It is an inspiration course with focus on
Blogging and Social media. As you all know, 2016 was not a great blog year for me and I was so close to give it all up
(read about it here) but I stuck it through, and I really want to protect my space and keep on having this corner of Cyber World that I share with you. And that is why I am taking this course. To re-discover my blogging mojo and all that joy it brings. Because the best thing you can do when being stuck, is to educate yourself to move forward.
I've done courses with Holly before. In 2012 I did a Basic BYW e-course, but the timing was so bad that I couldn't attend very
much. Two years later I signed up for a new blog course for experienced bloggers called
Blog Boss, and enjoyed it immensely
(read about it here).
Holly's courses are
so good. She is the most lovely and captivating teacher and she feels like a good friend in the virtual class room. She is very generous, personal and on point with the information she shares, which makes her trust worthy. She knows what she is talking about. She is an expert and she doesn't hide anything from you, quite the opposite - she gives you all the tools you need to become a successful blogger. But... You get what you put in. You work hard and you will see results. You make
the course happen for you. If you throw yourself in there to connect, engage and really get to the point with your homework, you will walk out with your head up high and an inspiration overload.
This last week has been intense and lots of self discovery and examining work has been done. My head is already full of inspiration and you can expect some posts about blogging and social media showing up here in the near future. Watch this space for some blogging conversation. And crochet... of course. I just have to share my
Granny Cardigan progress... See you around.
Kärlek
Annette
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Glad you're enjoying the course and feeling inspired. There's nothing like a course for motivation and encouragement is there. I'm so glad you didn't give up your blog, a post from you is always a real treat. CJ xx
ReplyDeleteHi
DeleteEducation is such a great inspiration. You not only learn new things but with that new knowledge you grow as a person, professional and in your mind and soul. The day we stop learning is the day we die of boredom... Thanks for popping in!
xxx
Annette
We have an expression here in Australia for encouragement.."good on you!" So well done on exploring the wide world and telling us how you get to your destination, education is never wasted, and self knowledge is a gift.
ReplyDeleteI really enjoy your blog, you are such a "real" writer with a lot of genuine warmth.
Hello?
DeleteHi Susan
DeleteThank you for your message and the encouragement. One can never have enough of education and growing on life. So pleased to hear you're enjoying my blog and my writing. Thank you so much for the sweet words. I really appreciate it. Happy Weekend and see you around.
Xxx
Annette
Hi Annette,
ReplyDeleteThis is Blenda from Blogging Your Way Class!
Enjoyed reading the you wrote post about the BWY ecourse. Holly is such an inspiration, isn't she?
And because of us both enrolling in her class, you and I were able to connect and meet! Thank you for the lovely feedback you posted about my blog in the forum. It's all good feedback... I'm for sure going to follow your advice.
Your blog is so inviting and friendly. I feel right at home here. Don't think I'd change a thing. (Also, Ileft a reply for you in the forum.)
Talk to you soon,
B
Hi Blenda
DeleteWelcome to my corner of Cyber World. Happy to gear you are enjoying your visit. The class is fantastic. I'm enjoying myself fully. It is hard work but I am really growing in the process. See you in class.:)
Xxx
Annette
Good for you! I am all for education of any kind and inspiration is so wonderful! I love when something inspires me...it's like finding a secret room I knew nothing about and I gt so excited! I am in the process of trying to sell my house so now would not be a good time but after I move it would be great to take that class especially when you recommend it.
ReplyDeleteI love your blog, your posts, your projects and I think you have me convinced to start that granny sweater! I shouldn't but I need practical items to make and it might be a while before I tackle a knitted sweater....this sounds wonderful! There I go....getting excited again! LOL! Thank you for all the inspiration you provide!
Hello dear
DeleteThank you for your sweet words. So happy to inspire you. When you're done with your move and have settled a bit you should consider doing one of Holly's blog courses. Even if I've taken her courses before, I'm like you - love growing and learning. And I always learn something new. Good luck with the move and all and have a wonderful weekend.
Xxx
Annette