How Blogging Can Bring Simple Joys and Big Lessons For Startup Founders

Starting a business is full of surprises.

But I discovered a special habit along the way – blogging.

It’s something I love doing, and it turns out it’s pretty helpful for others too.

At first, blogging was just a way to talk about my business and find people who might want to work with me.

I had two blogs – a serious business one and a more personal one where I talked about the day-to-day life of building my business.

To my surprise, my personal stories got people’s attention.

My blog became a cozy spot for me and those who read it.

When I shared the good times and the tough times, people connected with it.

And when more people started reading my blog in May 2023, I began writing daily. It felt great to be part of a bigger community of people like me.

What made my blog take off was being honest.

Talking about the hard times, not just the wins, got people talking and sharing.

It made my blog a two-way street where we could all learn from each other.

Every time I wrote something new, it felt like I was doing the right thing, making me want to keep going.

Writing on my blog every day helped me stay steady, even when business got crazy.

It was like a daily check-in with myself and those who found hope in my words.

Writing helped me think clearly and remember why I was doing all this in the first place.

It’s cool to see more people reading my blog, but the real win is the community that’s grown from it.

It’s not about how many people visit; it’s about the connections we make and the support we give each other.

Sharing our stories reminds us we’re not alone, even though we’re all on our unique journeys.

Here are some simple truths I’ve learned from blogging about my business adventures:

Being Open Is Powerful: Talking about the tough stuff can help you and others feel more connected and supported.

Stick With It: Blogging regularly helps me stay focused and on track with my business goals.

Listening Helps You Grow: Comments from readers aren’t just nice words; they teach me new things and help me get better.

Writing Sparks New Ideas: Putting my thoughts into words often leads to new ideas and better ways to do things.
Friends Make Everything Better: Sharing my journey has given me friends who are there for me when times get tough.
People Like the Real You: People are drawn to stories that are true and heartfelt, not just the perfect success stories.
Sharing Struggles Inspires Strength: When I talk about how I keep going, it encourages others to do the same.
Excitement Is Catching: Writing passionately about what I’m doing excites others.
Small Steps Lead to Big Things: Writing a little bit daily adds up and can help me and my business.
Your Story Is Important: Never think your story doesn’t matter. It could be just what someone else needs to hear.