Want feedback on your blog?

[selfhelp]

Originally Posted by adnoxious

Please review my blog: adnoxious.blogspot.com

1) Things I like. I like the layout and custom header. I particularly like the fact that you included a tagline (a lot of blogs don't do this, and it really helps readers ascertain what the blog is about). I also like the content. But most of all, I'd have to say I like the honesty in the writing, i.e. use of explicit language, personality in writing. It's funny, and it makes you want to read more.

2) Approach to advertising. Almost feels bizarre to have ads on a blog like yours. Wonder if you've felt conflicted about that? That said, if you're going to have ads, I'd place them more prominently. A good thing you can do is have two ads in the sidebar, then plant ads in posts that aren't on your homepage anymore, and on your most popular posts.

3) Things I think could be improved. If you've got a facebook or twitter account, I'd include links to those. I'd also like to know a bit more about your background (i.e. are you in the advertising industry?), and I bet it's be popular if you had a post about what constitutes a good ad. Other than that, looks great. I can definitely tell you're putting a lot of work into it! Thanks.

[plentymorefishoutofwater]

Wow, thanks for the feedback. Going to take on board some of the improvements. I am a total ignorant when it comes to improving the way my blog looks but getting there. I'll have a look at great website design.
And two pics is a good idea - hadn't thought of that.
Thanks again
PMFOOW

[rebeccabythewater]

Originally Posted by selfhelp

Hi R, Here are my thoughts:

1) Things I like. I like your blog's angle. "Free things to do" and "local small businesses." I imagine both sections will grow, and, as they do, so will their value to your readers. I also think you do a great job of posting pictures with your articles (most people are content to post just one).


2) Approach to advertising. The advertising you offer is good. The ads at the bottom of each post in particular jump out. Since you're allowed to offer Google ads in three places on every page, I'd recommend adding it into the body of some of your most popular posts.


3) Things I think could be improved. I'd try to make the home page dynamic (i.e. each post that you write shows up on the home page). Either that, or a summary of what the site's about with some links to your favorite pages would be nice on the homepage. When I first stopped by I was wondering where the content was. The only other thing I might change is the lettering on the buttons at the top of the page. It's kind of hard to read (and some of the buttons don't go anywhere yet). In any event, keep it up! I'll hit you up for advice if I ever visit SLC

1. Thank you I actually find the pictures very useful in attracting readers

2. I tried embedding google ads at the top of the posts but it ended up with a blank area instead - will try again later

3. I increased the size of the buttons and combined many of them. It will be a few more days before they all work. I would like to create a dynamic page for my blog, sort of a explanation of the blog and how to navigate it but I'm not certain how to do that or if Blogger even allows dynamic front pages.

Thanks for the review - it was very informative.

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[Arifgenius]

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[jaquesyoussef]

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[QuirkyMomma]

Selfhelp - This is a really generous offer of your time and expertise. I would appreciate it if you could glance over my site and give me as much feedback as you'd like. I'll be grateful!

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[Madness of the World]

Id appreciate some feedback on my blog:

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[QuirkyMomma]

Hey Self-Help, I checked out your blog and had a problem navigating from the front page. The error said:
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The topics seemed really interesting... I'll be back.