I am going through some very rough stuff myself and finding it SO hard to work on things consistently. I think it's awesome that you've found a place to focus your skills. You are such a fantastic writer. There aren't many people who catch my attention and hold it as well as you do! So much that I remember to check on your blog when I haven't heard from you in a while.
You have a gift! There is also a plugin that will crosspost to steemit for you. I want to start blogging outside of steemit as well, because I think it is just a little too limited thus far, but I haven't had the ambition to do the extra lately, either.
Hey @Byn! Sorry to hear that you've had your own issues to deal with lately. I hope that resolves itself soon. And thank you for your kind words about my writing.
I hear what you mean about where to focus your efforts. It's a tricky thing to decide on. Here's a micro-post just for you:
"People ask which is better: quality vs. quantity? The answer is neither. They are both trumped by consistency. Consistency builds trust and connection with your audience. When you are consistent, quantity comes with time. Quality also comes when you are consistent, because you are always practicing. However, consistency is the only way to build trust with those that consume your art. Your audience wants to know that you'll be there for them every day, once a week, or bi-weekly. It doesn't matter which. They just want to know if you'll show up for them. Consistency is the key to all of it."
I have been consistent, but not in the eyes of Steemians, because I'm spread across platforms right now. Perhaps, it would pay to pick a platform to focus on, and readjust as needed. But no matter what, don't forsake consistency! I've made that mistake and also reaped the benefits of it.
Consistency > Quality & Quantity
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Read Chris's post on the Art of Starting. @ChrisMcCron why don't you link it over here??
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I don't have much of a problem getting starting, just spreading myself too thin (and getting distracted from the goal!). I really need to decide where I want my focus to be and I'm not sure if steemit is the best place for that, since the audience is so limited. I've REALLY gotten a lot from being here, though, so I also don't want to just drop it, either.
For me, it's just more of a directional thing rather than a getting started thing. I've been blogging/writing online in one form or another for 20 years since we got our first computer and internet! :)
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Your life and your choice. I know you'll rock it judging by your content and the advice of Mr.Chris McCron above. Just remember this: Whenever you get a setback don't sit back instead step back to BOUNCEBACK. BECAUSE I CAN AND I WILL BOUNCEBACK.
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