My blog turnaround came from a simple ask in a forum

I was stuck with my blog getting zero reads after months of writing. I finally posted in an online group asking for harsh feedback on my style. A person there said my first sentences were dull and my points were all over the place. I fixed my next article with a clear start and one main idea. Right away, I got three times more clicks and people actually talking about it. I think hiding your work and not asking for tips is a sure way to fail. It's brave to put yourself out there and listen. That single ask made my hobby fun and successful again.

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nelson.finley1mo ago

Imagine actually wanting criticism instead of hiding from it like a normal person.

fisher.diana1mo ago

Wanting criticism reminds me of when my friend asked for feedback on his terrible cooking.

fiona_scott4419d ago

My cousin asked me to read his band's demo lyrics last year and I had to tell him every song was about his breakup with Chloe from high school. It was rough but he finally wrote something new. I mean, @fisher.diana, your friend with the cooking probably needed that same kind of real talk. Getting that direct feedback is like a shock to the system but it actually works. I still don't like asking for it myself though, it makes me feel sick to my stomach.