I received this Article from Chictopia and thought I would share it . I know Blogging is still relatively new in Jamaica as most people don't truly understand how to 'Blog" and the opportunities that can come from it.
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Hi, Chictopians!
It's been a while! I can't believe it's April, our eight year anniversary here at Chictopia! Over the past 8 years, we've grown from a social networking website where individuals can come and share their personal style posts, to a network for media star influencers that collaborate with brands throughChictopia Connect.
8 years ago, blogging was just a hobby that no one took seriously. Today blogging is a career that can lead to many amazing opportunities and experiences. Through hard work, dedication, and a commitment to their fans, it's been so rewarding to see so many of our Chictopia babies reach new highs in their careers. As we evolve as a community, we look forward to seeing more cool projects done by each and every one of you.
8 years ago, blogging was just a hobby that no one took seriously. Today blogging is a career that can lead to many amazing opportunities and experiences. Through hard work, dedication, and a commitment to their fans, it's been so rewarding to see so many of our Chictopia babies reach new highs in their careers. As we evolve as a community, we look forward to seeing more cool projects done by each and every one of you.
Question: What do bloggers actually do?
Answer: Make a career out of working on creative projects.
We took a closer look at the different types of bloggers and found the following trends amongst different types of bloggers and what they do to make a living.
We took a closer look at the different types of bloggers and found the following trends amongst different types of bloggers and what they do to make a living.
Celebrity Appearance and Hosting
Art in Our Blood, a native Californian and a student at Parsons, was invited by New York brand Alice + Olivia to host the third year anniversary of their San Francisco store.
Tyler Oakley, a former Chictopia's former team members, and now a star Youtuber, was invited to interviewed Michelle Obama! Marzia attended New York Fashion Week and sat front row for Chictopia x Sperry New York Fashion Week Campaign. | ||
Social Media and Creative Consulting
Blair Eadie, originally a San Franciscan, is now the Creative Director for Tory Burch in New York.
Zanita, one of Chictopia's early Style Icons, now hosts classes for aspiring bloggers. | ||
Content Creation and Distribution
With the number of social media channels brands have to maintain, everyone is looking for quality content creators. This spring, 10 Chictopians's styling photos got featured on Victoria's Secret PINK, social media channels, and banners on Chictopia. Many brands have started their own Chictopia content hubs to feature bloggers. Smashbox Cosmetics and JCPenney have featured some of our favorites like Xander Vintage and Micah. Michelle Phan and Zoella, who are amongst the world's most popular fashion and beauty bloggers, are all doing amazing things with their careers.
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This is an ever changing business and we are all trying to figure it out as we go.
ReplyDeleteSo many people still think of blogging as solely a hobby (which of course it is for many people); they don't realize that it really can be your job!
ReplyDeleteIt's really hard to say what we really do. We're all different and so I'm still trying to answer that question for myself.
ReplyDeleteI have been blogging since 2008. For me it has changed since I 1st started and it is all a learning curve.
ReplyDeleteWe do a ton of work. Besides blogging, there is social media and networking that must be done.
ReplyDeleteIt is true there is a lot of misconception about blgogers. thanks for sharing this and clarifying it.
ReplyDeleteI love blogging! It's incredibly hard work but so gratifying! It does make me nuts when friends and family ask, "So when are you going back to work?" Really? Second to being a Mom, blogging is one of favorite jobs ever!
ReplyDeleteI love how many types of bloggers there are. There are so many experts on a variety of subjects.
ReplyDeleteThere are so many great bloggers. The beauty of it is there is room for everyone because there are so many passions, ideas, and blog concepts to cover, and from so many different angles. I love reading a variety of blog types and I'm sure others do as well. :)
ReplyDeleteEven here in the US I still get asked all the time "You're a blogger? What do you DO exactly? How do you make money doing that?" Its still such a new profession that people don't really understand it
ReplyDeleteThat is such a great question. I get asked that a lot. Blogging is much more than people think.
ReplyDeleteBlogging has enriched my life wholly! I finally feel like a complete person!
ReplyDeleteI feel like it's a field that's always growing, so it's really interesting to see all of the different career options bloggers are making for themselves now.
ReplyDeleteThere is SO much more to blogging than I ever realized! It's definitely more than a hobby for so many people.
ReplyDeleteI think some believe we sit around watch tv all day. But it's definitely work. I love it, though, and can't imagine doing anything else now.
ReplyDeleteWow! I love how these ladies used their blogs to open up doors. So awesome and inspiring!
ReplyDeleteI hear that question all the time. I do love that blogging is always changing.
ReplyDeleteUntil I started blogging, I had no idea what bloggers did either. I though they just wrote about their kids milestones and that was about it!
ReplyDeleteBlogging has changed since I started blogging years ago. It is amazing how far it has come and how far ti will go.
ReplyDeleteA question I get all the time. WE work hard!! I love saying that!
ReplyDeleteIt's amazing how many career options are available to bloggers now!
ReplyDeleteCreative consulting sounds like a great option for me. Thanks for the tips.
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