10 Characteristics of a Successful Blogger
Although being a successful blogger is not an easy task, it’s not one that should frighten you. Before asking yourself if you can be one, take a moment to think about what you do and how you do it, and see how many characteristics you can tick off from the following list.
1. A successful blogger knows what he wants
He always has a target and a strategy. He likes to be organized and has solutions for “unexpected situations“.
2. A successful blogger knows what he’s doing
He is well informed and likes to read a lot about many things, not only about niche related stuff. He has a good background and solid experience in his field.
3. A successful blogger knows how to do it
He knows that “quality is not an act, it’s a habit” (Aristotle). He takes time writing and rewriting if necessary, until he achieves the best result. Also, he knows that being consistent is his strength.
4. A successful blogger is a good friend
He doesn’t see other people in his niche as competitors; he sees them as a fresh source of knowledge and experience exchange. He will always link to them whenever they write something great, as he knows that a link is a sign of appreciation.
5. A successful blogger is a good communicator
Whether it’s his writing style or his commenting activity, he’s always there when the discussion gets interesting. He’s not ashamed to ask and always glad to share some advice.
6. A successful blogger has a personality
He knows that in order to make yourself heard, you need to have a unique tone. Copy-paste is not his style, even if things have already been said. He’ll always look for that something that nobody thought about. He’ll always look to develop the topic under his signature.
7. A successful blogger is always ready for change
He knows we live dynamic times that require a dynamic mind and personality. He’s not only ready to adapt, but also he likes to keep an eye on future developments in his niche, and not only.
8. A successful blogger knows his value
He has a good sense of self-analysis. He’ll never sell himself short, and also, never truly overrate. Knowing you value means knowing your flaws. Knowing your flaws means knowing what to improve.
9. A successful blogger wants to be better
He never thinks about becoming successful. He constantly tries to improve, as, the better the quality he will provide, the more appreciated he’ll be. He’s constantly climbing a mountain without a visible top. He know how much he has climbed, knows he can go further and simply presses on.
And last, but not necessarily least…
10. A successful blogger is a healthy blogger
“Mens sana in corpore sano” (“A healthy mind in a healthy body” – latin proverb). He knows that in order to keep a sharp mind, a healthy body is required. He values his sleep hours, his meals and he has a good working schedule.
Over to you
So, after reading these ten characteristics, how many can you tick off from the list?
Do you have what it takes to be a successful blogger?
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Number 10 is certainly an interesting addition to your top 10. Being a good blogger is more encompassing than we may have initially thought.
Great blog here. Bloggers should read this so that they will be recharge like a battery when they are weakening. Lol.
@Bamboo: People seams to be neglecting health issues until it’s too late, and when it’s too late, it will interfere with everything you need to do, besides taking care of yourself. So, taking care a bit daily can improve performance.
@scorpionmagnet: Thanks for your kind words!
I think your 10 points are describing a successful blogger very well. It’s #8 which I have difficulties with. To know one’s value – hmmm…
I am not very good one in this, I am afraid.
Think numbers 7-10 are the most interesting. The others might be considered generally accepted common sense. But the genuine dangers of complacency (whether it be in terms of actual activity, or standard of content), health and the need to improve and be open to change are important factors for professional improvement in any sphere, and often overlooked.
@Ulla: Look around for examples. Study your niche and the results of similar bloggers. It will be easier to evaluate yourself based on a comparison. Also, bloggers have a lot of tools at their disposal to help them receive feedback from their readers. Try them.
@Robin: Indeed, while the first 6 characteristics could be considered common sense, the later can stand for attributes of success in any field. Great observation!
Number 4 is especially important in my opinion. One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned about blogging is the need for a strong network.
Very good selection. So all we have to do is make a check list in order to meet the requirments that you listed in your article.
I think #9 is an important reminder. It’s too easy to become focused on the numbers game and forget that quality content with lasting value is what builds long-term readership.
Good stuff!
Oy, why’d you have to throw number 10 out there? Can’t I just keep up my pack-a-day habit and keep reciting “even if I quit, there’s not a chance in hell I’d stop”?
I’ve actually got a #11, and that’s that a successful blogger knows when he’s spreading himself too thin. I think this is something you realize after you’ve done it, more than before you do it.
For example, I tried to balance three different blogs, and a month later when posting had dried up, I added two more as if it would help me to get the fire back.
Unfortunately, I realized that was terribly unrealistic, and thus I have now put all the helpful advice into one blog, and kept a personal update one. I think it’ll probably be easier now to do my “one post per day” goal if it’s only to two sources, rather than five posts a day on top of programming, a half-hearted social life, and a quarter-hearted attempt at being healthy and active.
I think it’s way too easy to not do anything while you’re trying to do everything.
Great list, I think #10 is the most overlooked of the list!
I really like this article and hope you don’t mind me linking to it!
My favourites are number 7 and number 10!