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A Trio of Sisters Bringing Joy to Peoples’ Lives

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AD – PLEASE NOTE – this is a paid advertisement

The Grumpy Olive blog is one of my long-standing gold advertisers. Therefore, this month I want to do something a little bit different with the post. In the same way they are bringing joy to their readers, I want you to experience some of the magic their blog has to offer!

From January 2023, I have simplified advertising packages. The grande package entitles you to several backlinks throughout the month. You get your own dedicated blog post, a custom link in my sidebar, and Instagram shares. 

I’m taking bookings now, save your spot for the new year. My blog stats and details of the packages are below.

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When I first came across The Grumpy Olive

Before I launched my first blog in July 2021, I joined Twitter. It was so much fun discovering new bloggers, making connections and finding my feet. 

The name of the blog drew me in. The style of writing is so down to earth. You feel like you know each of the sisters, like a good friend you love to go have coffee with. This blog continues bringing joy to my life and I hope you feel the same.

That name though

What an amazing, quirky, attractive name for a blog. It’s so unique and I just loved it from the start. 

A trusted blog

I know if I need a recipe, with all the instructions listed, I can visit this blog. 

Book posts – another one of my fave topics. 

Coffee – I love it so much as a busy mum. 

This month’s blog posts – from The Grumpy Olive

Without further ado, let’s get into this month’s blog posts from The Grumpy Olive. 

October 2022 Book Releases You Should Read

What a great and very comprehensive list of recent reads. I love how you can choose to look through the synopsis and there are useful links for where to purchase the book. 

Pumpkin Pie Spice Pancakes Quick Recipe

These pancakes look amazing. Our little one loves making pancakes with daddy on a weekend. Simply because they are so quick and easy to make. And it allows her to get involved. 

The addition of pumpkin spice is a lovely touch and I’m intrigued to find out what they taste like. 

Sausage And Chorizo Casserole Recipe

I love a good casserole, especially at this time of year. And the images in this post look absolutely amazing. Adding it to my slow cooker recipes list. 

Pumpkin Spice Latte Iced Easy Recipe

What a great recipe. One I would use at home to save money on the coffee bill. Time to start purchasing some coffee-making essentials. 

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You can check out the advertiser’s post if you missed it at the beginning of the month. 

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A little bit about the blog

We are The Grumpy Olive, a team of three sisters blogging from London. On our blog, we write about all the things we love and including food, coffee, beauty and books among many things. You can expect to find easy but tasty recipes, the latest in books and also some talk on beauty and travel because we may fancy that here and there. But most of all, The Grumpy Olive is a little corner of the internet where everything is just fun, new and upbeat – just what the doctor ordered!

Ways to connect with The Grumpy Olive

Facebook

Twitter

Pinterest

Instagram

Final Thoughts

I hope you enjoyed reading this post. Go & show my gold package advertisers some love, by commenting, sharing their posts, and interacting with one another. I regularly post on Twitter about the blogging community and how it is great to be part of such a supportive group.

It is a privilege to have this lovely trio of sisters advertising with me.

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Come & Meet The Grumpy Olive With Me

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Today, I am talking to you about my amazing gold advertiser for September.

Since I started my journey in the world of blogging, I have followed these sisters. I love to hear about all things, coffee, books, and lifestyle.

AD – PLEASE NOTE – this is a paid advertisement

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If you missed the advertiser’s post for this month, you can read it here.

The Grumpy Olive

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A little bit about the blog

We are The Grumpy Olive, a team of three sisters blogging from London. On our blog, we write about all the things we love and including food, coffee, beauty and books among many things. You can expect to find easy but tasty recipes, the latest in books and also some talk on beauty and travel because we may fancy that here and there. But most of all, The Grumpy Olive is a little corner of the internet where everything is just fun, new and upbeat – just what the doctor ordered!

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Blog posts you should check out

Matcha Tiramisu Easy Recipe

I absolutely love eating Tiramisu. But what you will find on The Grumpy Olive blog is a unique and quirky writing style. It keeps you entertained and also makes you feel like you’re chatting over coffee with a friend. This isn’t just a recipe, it’s a catch-up.

Easy Vegan Mushroom Wellington Recipe

I am personally not a huge fan of mushrooms, but I would follow this recipe and maybe change the ingredients slightly. I do love that the blog offers lots of vegan options.

Apricot Jam Recipe Without Pectin

Another thing I absolutely love about reading recipes on The Grumpy Olive, is the detail. You get to learn about the science behind cooking or the history relating to food. And you genuinely feel like you’ve learned something new.

Vegan Rice Paper Rolls With Peanut Dipping Sauce

These rolls look absolutely amazing. So yummy and the dipping sauce is the perfect edition. Again, you get lots of information on where to buy the ingredients and how to store them.

Please go check out their posts, give them a follow on Twitter, or support them by commenting on and sharing their blog posts, You won’t be disappointed when you have a browse through the blog.

Ways to connect with The Grumpy Olive

Facebook

Twitter

Pinterest

Instagram

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Want to book an advertising spot?

I am taking bookings for the rest of 2022 and you can find more details here.

Did you know?

Selecting the gold package for £6.50 means you get a custom link in my sidebar, as well as your logo. You ALSO get your own dedicated advertisers’ post! AND four blog posts promoted throughout the month!

Want a special offer?

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I am offering a SPECIAL DISCOUNT for the remainder of 2022. Book three months on the silver package for £10.00, instead of £12.00. (this applies to existing bookings and new ones, and you can select any of the remaining months of the year as three months!)

In order to secure this booking, I would need:

  • Payment of £10.00 to be made via PayPal
  • Details of the months you would like to advertise
  • Confirmation via email of the two blogs you would like to be promoted (I will contact you each month for new ones)
  • Short bio and your logo, also links to your social media

If you have any questions, feel free to email me.

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Final thoughts

I hope you enjoyed reading this post. 

I also hope you enjoy checking out these blog posts.

Blogging, Blogtober, Halloween

How You Can Use The Blogtober Challenge To Increase Engagement

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I took part in the blogtober challenge last year. It was an extremely busy month, but I also managed to release a lot of blog posts, which massively helped my engagement.

In October 2021, my blog was only three months old and therefore I was still in the growing phase.

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The post will outline how the challenge can help you engage more with other bloggers. Therefore increasing page views and how many people view your writing.

Halloween is my favourite time of year and I secretly spend the summer waiting for a scary Halloween party and some spooky fun!

What is blogtober challenge?

Blogtober is an annual event held every October. It involves posting one blog per day, every day of the month. Because I was brand new to blogging when the blogtober challenge came up last year, I only made it part way through. However, I was proud of the progress I made.

As you can see from the archive on my website –

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October 2021 is still the month in which I released the most blog posts. And I managed to release some pretty important content:

Blogging Blogtober Halloween

How You Can Use The Blogtober Challenge To Increase Engagement

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Blogtober Round-up posts

A look back on how far I got with the blogtober challenge

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Knowing when to stop is how I know I’ve evolved

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Blogtober Family days out

5 amazing days out on my 2021 autumn bucket list

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Blogtober

I’m participating in Blogtober – here are 4 reasons I’m thrilled about it

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My September round-up post
An open letter to my anxiety
5 date night ideas for tired parents
The stark truth about my last anxiety-filled day and exactly what it felt like
5 vital tools to prevent seasonal affective disorder during the cold months of the year
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Why it’s vital to understand the workplace conditions which led to my breakdown
How relaxing our routine transformed our lives
How learning helps me become a better blogger
How I plan to transform after years of being ruled by fear
My review of Billy Bobs Parlour, Skipton, North Yorkshire
Why financial worries can impact your mental health
Why It’s time to let you in on another one of my passions so you can get to know me better
Why I believe I inherited my writing skills from my ancestors
Why you won’t regret booking an overnight stay at a Village Hotel
Affirmation cards from Mål paper to help inspire and motivate
Today I am asking should a toddler be allowed a fancy tablet
How I forgave myself for not seeing the light sooner
Why I’m glad the negative aspects of office culture will be left behind

The type of content you release

it is completely up to you whether to have a Halloween-related theme or use this month to talk about a range of subjects on your blog. You will see from the posts above, I did a bit of both. It was also Mental Health Awareness Week, which I believe is a great time to raise awareness of the issues I discuss on my blog.

How to get involved

You can get involved by searching the blogtober hashtag on Twitter. If you are part of the blogging community, get involved with fellow bloggers. You could participate in a blogging tag, and nominate other bloggers to join in. It really is a fun month and I cannot wait for it to come around again.

Final thoughts

Will you be taking part?

How are you preparing for the month?

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Blogging, Blogging resources

Why your fellow bloggers are an excellent resource

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When I first started my blogging journey, I was overwhelmed and I didn’t have a clue. Naturally, I made mistakes. I haven’t repeated these mistakes with my second and third blogs. Simply because I now have experience. 

Using this logic, why not tap into the vast knowledge each blogger has? You should absolutely treat other bloggers as trusted sources because they do this job consistently. They have lived through mistakes and genuinely want to help other people with the products they create. 

I only wish I had tapped into some of these amazing resources, from fellow bloggers, earlier on in my blogging journey. 

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Quick note: Some of the links contained on this page are affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase, I will earn a commission. I only recommend products I use myself and think would be useful for you.

Throughout this blog post, I am going to talk about some of the fellow bloggers I have come across and why their products are a must on your blogging journey.

Izzy Matias

I first came across Izzy when I won a giveaway for her blogging course and can I just say, I am loving working through this at the moment.

I’ve just won a second giveaway with her – how amazing! 

You will not be disappointed by her products and it may just provide you with the concrete foundations you need to stay motivated on your blogging journey. 

Blogging isn’t easy and at times you can feel like giving up. Outlining your purpose and your goals is essential, to keep you motivated. Izzy will help you do this.

Reinventing Neesha

Another absolute trusted resource is Neesha. After years of blogging, she definitely knows her stuff and I find her eBook and money-making emails so helpful.

If you’re starting out on your journey and you are interested in using affiliate marketing to make money, buy and read this eBook. Buying this book will literally change the way you think about writing your blog posts. It is also encouraging me to be selective about the products I promote, in order to get the best return for the time I spend working on the content.

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Lynn Mumbing Mejia

Lynn’s content is so inspirational. It’s like looking at those perfect interior design Pinterest photos. Her blogging templates are no different!

I will be honest and admit when I first started blogging, I thought I could do everything myself! It soon became apparent there was limited time for all the wonderful ideas swirling around in my head. Whilst I intend to eventually create my own Gumroad shop, creating social media templates is time-consuming and I just cannot fit it in. Therefore I have purchased templates for each one of my blogs. And they are so easy to use.

Here are some of my favourites from Lynn:

Nora | 50 Pinterest Templates Canva

We all want amazing Pins which will draw in readers to our blog. Pinterest is a difficult game anyway, but then creating your pins from scratch, adds even more stress. These beautiful templates will take away the added stress, leaving you to write, set aside some time for self-care, or whatever you love doing in your spare time.

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Lucy Instagram highlight covers

I didn’t use Instagram highlight covers initially, but let’s be honest, the profiles with them look more professional, dont they?

Because I love seeing them, I have purchased highlight covers for each of my blogs, and I am so glad I did. This post is motivating me to finally add them to my social media accounts. They are so cute and I can’t wait to see what they look like.

50 Pinterest templates

More amazing Pinterest templates to ease the stress on you.

Media kit

We all need a media kit. If you want to monetize your blog and impress brands, it’s a must. You can view mine here. The best resource I can find about why it is vital is from Rosie. Please take a read.

Should you want to create a media kit, look no further than this amazing template by Lynn.

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Gemma Jayne

There is no denying, starting out on your blogging journey can cost money. At first, I was worried about the amount I spent and whether I would ever get this back. However, if you don’t start, you will never know. You just have to go for it.

After struggling with money myself, this Step by Step Guide to Budgeting eBook is a useful resource for anyone who wants to take control of their finances.

Given my own struggles with money, I set up my second blog about budgeting and making the most out of the money you earn.

Eleanor Jones

If you’re looking to improve your writing, both within your blog posts and social media copy, look no further.

Check out Eleanor’s blog and you will see she clearly knows what she is talking about. Check out her amazing, affordable eBook here.

Final thoughts

I hope you enjoyed reading my post.

Do you use templates or take training courses from fellow bloggers? Let me know in the comments below.

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Blogging, Mental Health, Relationships

Why it’s the right time to put cards on the table and share more about my life

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I will be honest and say, when I started this blog, I was mentally and emotionally in a bad place. It was two months since my mental breakdown and I felt I HAD to do something to help others. Writing for the blog and making connections throughout the mental health and blogging community was my lifeline. All of it pulled me out of a dark place. But I wasn’t yet ready to reveal more about my life. 

The reason for my hesitance was fear and lack of self-confidence. I still thought my toxic workplace could impact me and I wasn’t sure whether my writing would be well received. As I was already in a vulnerable position, it was the correct decision to start an anonymous blog. 

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Recently I slowly started changing this and you can see some of my posts where I reveal more about my life below:

Anonymous blog VS sharing more about your life

There are great reasons to start an anonymous blog. Internet safety is a huge factor and whilst I am willing to reveal more about my life, I certainly won’t be publishing every detail. You can read more about the pros and cons here.

Check out the interview I did for ClaireMac’s blog, where I discuss online privacy and how much I would be comfortable sharing about my child.

Introvert vibes

Throughout my life, I’ve often done things by myself, but community and honesty are what brought me back to living my life.

Along with my personal development and the significant changes I’ve made to my life, it was time to fully step into my comfort zone and embrace the change needed.

What’s next?

This month I’ve had my work cut out for me with a video editing project for my speaker slot at the Mental Health Blog Awards. It was my first time editing a video and to say I hit many roadblocks along the way is an understatement. But this is how you learn and grow. I am proud of myself.

As well as appearing at the awards, I am considering updating my social media profile pictures. Whilst I am not at the TikTok dancing stage just yet, it’s time for other people to connect with the face behind the blog. I will use whatever means necessary to get my message out there.

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Blogging, Blogging reviews

My review of The Content Chest – by Izzy Matias

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#PR #AFF – I was provided with access to the membership in exchange for my honest review of my experience

Before I started my first blog, I was active on social media and found connections with other like minded bloggers really quickly. My attendance at the Mental Health Blog Awards gave me the confidence to launch my blog. Fast forward 10 months and I am now a speaker and nominee for this year’s awards. 

None of this would be possible without the amazing, supportive blogging community on Twitter. We are that close knit, I can post an update about my blog and I know it will be viewed, almost immediately. Given my blogging backstory, I believe community is vital to success. Sharing your creative thoughts with other like minded people is really what life is all about. 

I took on board suggestions on how to engage my audience and was given ideas for new creative ways to get the word out about my writing. Something I need right now because I am currently at the stage where levelling up is the next option. These posts allowed me to brainstorm my next move.

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Supporting other bloggers

Therefore when I was asked to review The Content Chest, Izzy’s new membership platform, I jumped at the chance. And even though illness set me back a few weeks recently and blogging tasks were mounting up, I am thrilled this was one of the tasks on the list. I am currently smiling whilst writing this. 

Izzy is someone I’ve had a connection with for a while. She is so supportive. I’ve won a few of her competitions and always love my interactions with her. I feel honoured to be asked to review her next creative project. 

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The charm of an online membership community 

Whilst I love Twitter, we don’t control the platform. And dreaded algorithm hides our Tweets. I find when I email other bloggers directly, it’s lovely and refreshing to chat one on one. This is the same charm you get in an online community. Fewer people who all have the same interests and assurance your voice will be heard. 

The content chest – my review

I started my membership on 23 April 2022. The posts on the platform are so motivational, easy to read and packed full of useful information. A theme which runs throughout all of Izzy’s posts. 

The topics you get are a mix of blogging support, together with light hearted content about K-pop. 

1. What was your biggest learning/takeaway from the membership?

The questions and prompts within each post got me thinking about my blog. I took on board suggestions on how to engage my audience and was given ideas for new creative ways to get the word out about my writing. Something I need right now because I am currently at the stage where levelling up is the next option. These posts allowed me to brainstorm my next move.

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2. What are your favourite features?

My comments on Izzy’s blog posts go like this “I’m so intrigued by K-pop and K-dramas but it isn’t something I’ve explored“. Well, I’m now sitting here watching K-dramas on YouTube. And she’s right, they are funny, light hearted and bring about a sense of joy in your life. 

3. What did you like about the community?

I love the instructions on using the community and an update about different membership packages and topics available. It was also great to get an email reminder I can refer back to, each time a new post was released. Us bloggers are busy and email reminders I can mark for later make me happy. When I sit down on my blogging days, I can then just search the saved emails and crack on. 

Before joining the membership I was curious, but after I feel empowered 

5. Did the membership meet your expectations?

Yes. It’s easy to navigate and puts a smile on my face. Sometimes as a blogger, you need others to lift you and remind you what’s important. Izzy does this! Remember that bloggers don’t have a colleague sitting next to them to show support. It can be lonely and it’s the reason the community support is so powerful and means so much. 

6. What can be improved from the membership?

So far I love everything about the membership and can’t think of anything which needs to be improved.

7. Any other features you wish were a part of the membership? 

No. But I am looking forward to seeing what Izzy decides to add.

8. What do you think of the pricing?

For the level of content you get, helpful information and all important community, I think the pricing for my package was worth it. 

Ready to sign up?

(AFF) – Sign up to The Content Chest using code: MUMMYCONQUERINGANXIETY and you will receive 20% off your first month! To access The Content Chest, click here.

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AD – INTRODUCING The Grumpy Olive

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Today I am introducing you to three amazing sisters, and their blog is definitely worth a read. Grab a cup of tea and enjoy.

The Grumpy Olive

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I wanted to pick out two of the blog posts which resonated with me and explain why you should go and read them today!

Miso Aubergine Chicken With Soy Sauce

This is such a great recipe and something we would try in our house!

I just love how informative the post is and it teaches you something new about the ingredients in the recipe.

It’s on my list to try. Check out the post!

Best Greek Mythology Books You Have To Read

Such an interesting post.

I don’t know about you, But I am a book lover. I also love discovering new topics to learn about. We are constantly watching documentaries in our house and then researching to find out more about the topic.

This post provides a rundown of the best books to ease you into the topic of Greek Mythology. It’s going on my reading list!

Check it out…

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All the details you need

If you missed the advertiser’s post, all the details you need to connect with The Grumpy Olive are below.

We are The Grumpy Olive, a team of three sisters blogging from London. On our blog, we write about all the things we love and including food, coffee, beauty and books among the many things. You can expect to find easy but tasty recipes, the latest in books and also some talk on beauty and travel because we may fancy that here and there. But most of all, The Grumpy Olive is a little corner of the internet where everything is just fun, new and upbeat – just what the doctor ordered!

Blog posts you should check out

https://www.thegrumpyolive.com/peach-ricotta-crostini/

https://www.thegrumpyolive.com/miso-aubergine-chicken/

https://www.thegrumpyolive.com/passion-fruit-curd-easy-and-quick-recipe/

https://www.thegrumpyolive.com/best-greek-mythology-books-you-have-to-read/

Ways to connect with The Grumpy Olive

Facebook

Twitter

Pinterest

Instagram

FINAL thoughts

Have you already checked out this amazing blog?

I would love to hear from you in the comments below.

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AD – Introducing a great lifestyle blog – Cafe Beauty

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Today I am introducing you to the Cafe Beauty blog, run by Alexis and it’s worth a read. Grab a cup of tea and enjoy

Great lifestyle blog

I wanted to pick out two of the blog posts which resonated with me and explain why you should go and read them today!

What’s New in Makeup? Valentine’s Day Makeup Edition

I just love everything about this post. Who doesn’t get excited about a new make-up palette? But these images and colours are fantastic and something I would buy.

How To Gain Followers and Grow on Twitter

I remember reading and commenting on this post. Twitter is by far the best social media platform for me, in terms of engagement. This post is packed full of useful tips on how to boost engagement.

If you’re looking to gain followers or increase your interaction on the platform, check out this post.

If you missed the advertiser’s post, all the details you need to connect with Alexis are below

Why I loved checking out this blog

Alexis is one of the bloggers in the community I have regular contact with and I love her blog.

A little bit about Cafe Beauty blog

Cafe Beauty is a beauty and lifestyle-centric blog that helps you find the right products. Starting in 2020, Alexis started focusing on blogging tips and college-related posts. On the blog, you can find a variety of posts as she transitions to a new stage of life. 

Blog posts you should definitely check out

(Latest) What’s New in Makeup? Valentine’s Day Makeup Edition 

Closet Organization Tips
How To Gain Followers and Grow on Twitter
Guest Post| 10 Best Sustainable Skincare Brands You Need To Know About

Ways to connect with Alexis

You can follow her on Instagram and Twitter.

Final thoughts

Have you already checked out this amazing blog?

What do you think of the posts I have reviewed?

I would love to hear from you in the comments below.

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5 powerful hacks to boost your productivity in 2022

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I am so happy to welcome this guest post from Magdalene. You can find details on how to contact this amazing blogger below.

The first time I heard the word motion without productivity from my line manager, it sounded weird to me. How can one be unproductive yet move about working all day? This is so true sometimes for me. There are days that I take stock of my to-do at the end of the day and find out I barely scratched the surface. How can I boost my productivity either working from home or at work?

Here are 5 tips on how to boost your productivity in 2022 like a pro. These tips will come in handy for anyone looking to improve their productivity ASAP.

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Make a to-do list

Like the saying, if you fail to plan then you plan to fail. So, it is true if you fail to plan your day. I feel most productive when I have a plan for the day.

Work your way through your to-do list as you go about your day. One way to write my to-do list is by using a planner. Planners are very useful in being productive. Especially digital planners that prompt you to do your task as it comes. You can also read my post on why you need a digital planner to boost your productivity. In this planner, you can split your task into small bits. 

Start with the hardest task of the day before moving to the easiest task. Also, prioritize your task as urgent, not so urgent etc. So, you tackle the very urgent task first before moving to another task for the day. 

If you would like to write a guest post for my blog, check out this post here on the benefits of doing so.

You can send your idea to mummyconqueringanxiety@gmail.com

Take short breaks

We all feel like we have so much to do daily. So, we may feel tempted to work for straight hours without breaks. Doing this is bad for you. Plus, you get burnt out faster this way. 

Always incorporate times for breaks in your work. Take short breaks, like 5 minutes away from your screen or your workstation. If possible, take a short nap for 10 minutes within your work. This will greatly improve your productivity. 

So, while your work, take these short breaks to keep you refreshed to carry out your daily task and maximise productivity.

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Cut out distractions

There is so much noise and distractions we must deal with these days. The temptation to spend time catching up with colleagues instead of working. Also, you may spend so much time scrolling through social media without care.

It is even worse if you’re a stay-at-home working mom. The distraction from the kids, house chores, errands, cleaning etc. Cut out these distractions by blocking out time for your task. If you work from home allocate time for the home tasks and work separately. 

Have a discussion with your family on the time you blocked out for work. In this way, they will help you limit your distractions. So, by limiting distractions you get to do more of your work. This will in turn boost your daily productivity.

Do a daily Call-over of your to-do list

My day job is banking. One skill I have learnt from my job is doing a daily call over of my task. This skill I have also used to boost my productivity. At the end of each day, go through your to-do list to track your achievement. Any task you cannot achieve on the same day, you can move over to the next day. 

This daily tracking will help you stay on top of your tasks. Also, it will boost your daily productivity.

Summary

In conclusion, productivity is achievable for anyone. All you need is to apply these 5 tips on how to boost your productivity in 2022. These tips will help you squash your daily goals and overall boost your productivity. Don’t forget to comment on other tips you use to boost your productivity. 

About the Author

Magdalene is a copywriter, content creator and fashion blogger. She loves to travel, shop and try out new fashion trends. Follow Trendsenstylez blog for fashion & lifestyle content.

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Time for a cup of tea and a little chat – come & join me

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I love a good Christmas gift guide and I am enjoying reading through everyone else’s guides this year. It gets me in the Christmas spirit. But today I wanted to change up the post and write something more personal. It’s time for a cup of tea and a little chat.

A catch-up with my loyal readers and hello to my new ones. I am eternally grateful you’re all here. Simply because the interaction with you has helped me heal from a mental breakdown. 

Last month I included a review of my goals in my monthly newsletter. I wanted to keep this exclusively for my subscribers. It’s now time to share a snippet of how October went and share my goals for November and the coming months. 

You’ve all helped me achieve my dreams. It may sound corny, but it’s true. Back In May 2021, I was at rock bottom in my life and this blog literally pulled me out of the darkness.

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    Review of my goals for October

    Check out my goals for the October post.

    This was the summary and whether I achieved the goals I set out…

    I want to smash Blogtober

    I am pleased with the progress I made during October and that I was able to decide to stop the challenge and put my mental health first.

    Up my game on Pinterest

    I have pinned more this month, and it is now easier because I am only releasing three posts each week.

    Still lots of work to be done on this topic though.

    I am considering buying Pinterest templates as I think this may help. Maybe taking a Pinterest course, because it is something I want to focus on more.

    350 blog views by month-end

    My blog views are still quite low and I have some strategies I want to try to improve this. Watch this space.

    1500 followers on Twitter

    I have 1724 followers. Thank you, everyone. Making connections with like-minded people means the world to me!

    3500 followers on Instagram

    I have 3276 followers, so almost there 🙂

    Get my first affiliate sale

    I have had an affiliate sale, but have not yet received the commission from it. Very happy with this.

    My other wins throughout the month of October

    My DA score jumped to 11 and I landed a partnership with a brand I wanted to work with before I set up my blog.

    I have also received my first paid partnership!

    I am over the moon with these wins because it confirms I was correct to start walking down this path and begin my blogging journey. I am turning my goals into a reality and I couldn’t be happier.

    Goals for November 

    I didn’t set fixed goals for November, but I can give you an update on where I am with the previous goals:

    Up my game on Pinterest

    I am pinning for every blog post and it is on my to-do list to organise folders and set up pin covers. I have also purchased Pinterest and Instagram branding for my new blog to ensure a consistent approach.

    With this blog, I did want it to be colorful and eye-catching. Simply because talking about mental health can be heavy. It was intentional to use vibrant colours and graphics. I want to cheer up my readers and I hope the blog does that.

    350 blog views by month-end

    I am pleased to report my blog views are slowly increasing daily and I am starting to see organic traffic coming through. The views for the last 30 days are over 400. I am thankful to have now smashed my target.

    1500 followers on Twitter

    I am now at 1860 followers and thankful for every single one of you! I genuinely enjoy chatting with everyone on Twitter and it never feels like work.

    3500 followers on Instagram

    Currently at 3277, so still some more work to be done on Insta.

    Get my first affiliate sale

    I now have three affiliate sales under my belt and it makes me happy. I have also recently bought Neesha’s e-book and I intend to learn everything I need to create passive income for my blogs. More importantly, recommend trusted products and services I use and I think could help others. I honestly love some of the products I’ve recommended recently. Check out my media kit below to find out who I’ve worked with so far.

    Media Kit

    Future of the blog 

    I set out my goals for the future of the blog in an earlier post.

    I am currently working on my e-book. Creating lovely, printable worksheets and planners is also keeping me busy and now I’ve mastered my first one, I love doing them.

    The new blog is set up, but in the very early stages at the moment. Keep an eye on social media for announcements of the launch.

    What I did on my week off work

    On a personal note, I had a week away from work to relax and focus on the blog. As it turned out, reality meant I had a poorly toddler who didn’t attend nursery all week and a sick hubby. Although my week off got hijacked, I dealt with it pretty well and made the best of it. This proves my mindset has changed for the better. The old me would have gone into full meltdown mode and threatened to return to work. That’s what living under the negative pull of toxic anxiety does to you.

    I mean, there is always a silver lining. Even under sicky conditions, we had some family time on the sofa to play games and interact with one another. For this I’m thankful.

    I did also get some blogging done and I am happy to report I completed the following:

    Scheduled posts into January 

    Wrote all of my gift guides 

    Created and released my first freebie

    Secured some further blogging jobs 

    Set up my new blog (still, lots to be done) 

    New blogging schedule reminder

    I previously released a new blogging schedule. Just a reminder below about when you will be hearing from me.

    Final thoughts

    I need to thank each and every one of you. From those who read my blog, comment, interact, send blogging opportunities.

    You’ve all helped me achieve my dreams. It may sound corny, but it’s true. Back In May 2021, I was at rock bottom in my life and this blog literally pulled me out of the darkness.

    Come and share some of your blogging or life goals with me. I would love to know what you hope to achieve in the future.

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