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I’ve taken up Daily Blogging Challenges in the past . Project 365Days or Daily Chatter were my most recent disasters. And after that teeny bit of confession , its safe to assume how none have been seen through. So Why #AtoZChallenge? And why would it be any different?
Firstly, I am not in the same space as I was back then. Writing used to be an internalized effort . With #BlogChatter as a community , I can see how blogging isn’t about writing and ditto for #AtoZChallenge. It’s so much more than writing daily. But that doesn’t begin to answer the question right? Here’s the backstory.
This year as part of my larger project on #YearOfMe , with a whole #VisionBoard to see me through it , Blogging is becoming a serious activity that I am investing myself in. Not time, not just energy. But myself. And when I say Blogging , that means – writing , reading , sharing and commenting – essentially engaging . Reaching out , striking conversations.
The BlogBuddy ChallengerSeries was the first step to test run the thought. But that was like a 20-20 match. The fun of the game is the test series. But to play that – you not only need some(?) knowledge of the craft, but also skill and patience . Also a huge team cheering you on & why would they do that , one would ask. Because you are giving back with as much love.
So that’s why #AtoZChallenge Series is different. Its a daily challenge, yes. But I am mentally prepared for it and I am hoping that there would be a community cheering me on as I would do too. Here’s why I am taking the challenge .
- The exercise would see me truly brush up my blogging and engagement skills. If I do what’s supposed to be done and I do it well, there’s little chance that I don’t improve as a blogger and actually reach the next level.
- It would be a worthwhile experiment to take up to evolve and give shape to the abstract idea of #DigitalIdentity that I am working on. If not the whole personality , atleast I’ll figure out my voice , my signature style .
- I want to see what’s at the other side? Dramatic as it may seem . It’s a challenge and a journey . I want to see where this path would take me.
It’s my first attempt and I know just like me you might have a lot of questions on what’s the challenge about and the do’s and don’ts.
Here’s what I suggest you do.
- Head to the #AtoZChallenge Blog page
- Read about the fascinating stories [how it began & how it transformed the lives of some people who took it up – the whole 50 word stories published as a book is my favorite tale] .
Once you’ve made up your mind to blog , read and share for 26 days all through April with more than a thousand bloggers [ trust me the sign up list is huge already] , here’s what you should do.
- Sign up here
- Follow @AprilA2Z for their updates & do participate in their weekly chat #azchat
- Subscribe to their posts. You wouldn’t have to scout around for updates.
- Get yourself a badge [wink wink] and flaunt it on your page.
- Think of a theme & sign up for the theme reveal here. It would make it easier and more exciting .
And yes, Leave me a comment. I would surely follow you back and trust me you would have one person cheering you on for sure.
Also , before I wind up this post , a Disclaimer . I am only a participant , in fact its my first year . I am not a part of the #AtoZChallenge team so following me or leaving me a comment or whatever that you think you’ve taken away from this post – doesn’t associate you in any way to the challenge or that community.You need to follow them and sign up for the challenge to get started .
Here’s why I am taking this Challenge up . What’s your story? Let’s get talking .
okay then. I am staking claim to A to Z Challenge along with Blogchatter community.
Let’s do this!
Lady you inspire me. I am joining you on this…soon. See you there 😉
Good luck! Despite having participated thrice in the past, I am just as excited and anxious about the challenge in 2016. Looking forward to your posts 🙂
Thrice!! wow .. you are a veteran ! Have so much to learn from you .. do share feedback as we go along ?
Yay…. Looking forward to your theme! Let’s rock the challenge!
The one thing I want to learn via this challenge very badly is the skill of commenting on blogs. And this challenge is going to give me a lot of chances to make mistakes, learn from them, and meet a lot of new bloggers!
All the best for the challenge, and I’m sure you will achieve the goals you have set for yourself. April awaits you 🙂
Your pep talk actually made me post the theme reveal 🙂
Thanks so much for that .. As far as comments are concerned I offer you my blog .. Practice away girlie 🙂
I think I wold follow you through this season, let see if I could make it this first time!!
Thanks so much for dropping by and extending your kind support 🙂
What a wonderful reason to play in the challenge, and I look forward to checking out your posts. This will be my second year playing – last year was such a delight I couldn’t resist doing it again. Have fun!
Thanks for dropping by ! My first year and you’d understand how excited and anxious I must be . Posted my theme reveal .. Do check and I would hop across and check your blog as well !
So glad to connect
All the best for your first one. Looking forward to your posts. see you around.
Thanks Parul as I cheer on 40 other Ppl at blogchatter .. Need people like you to cheer me through . Have posted the theme .. Do let me know your views
Good luck, I think you’ll find that most folks in the A to Z are very much givers and cheerers so I really hope you’ll enjoy it! Have you decided on a specific theme? (Sorry it’s my first visit here).
Andrea, volunteer in co-host Damyanti’s fab D Company
Thank you so much for dropping by .. Posted it after fighting the urge to not do so .. Last minute cold feet for a first timer !
Do read it and let me know your views .
Good luck to you. Looking forward to your theme. I’ve done it once and that’s been about it. Not doing it this year but will definitely cheer along friends. Good luck.
Posted ! Do check and let me know 🙂
Congratulations on taking the plunge This challenge is amazing and the connections you make are wonderful. I wish you the best of luck, but you don’t sound like you’ll need it!
A-Z is a great way to acquire/expand your skill set as a blogger, connect with the community, and awesome fun to boot. It’s my third year and I have loved it from the very first, it’s thoroughly addictive. 🙂
Have a great April and Challenge!
Best wishes.
Nilanjana,
Ninja Minion, A-Z 2016.
Hearing your thoughts in here is so soothing. They bring clarity to one’s mind… I am going to see you through your challenge this time if not in comments then reading for sure 🙂
Welcome to your first A-Z challenge. It was my first one last year, my blog was really new and it is a great way to interact and meet new bloggers 🙂 Oh and it’s a whole lot of fun too! Good luck 🙂
Debbie