Blogs of the Month: Great Blogs You Should Be Reading – Feb 2012

Sonia February 23, 2012 38
Blogs of the Month: Great Blogs You Should Be Reading – Feb 2012
It’s that time to share some cool blogs you should be reading. Finding new blogs to explore is so contagious and fun. I love exploring different blog styles and how people present their material to the world and their readers. I started a series called, “Blogs of the Month”, where every month I will share a list of blogs that I discover to pass on to you for your reading enjoyment.

Today, I just wanted to give props to some blogs that I have been reading and I hope you’re able to expand your reading habits by checking out these unique blogs. Some you have already seen and some you may haven’t, either way it shows my taste and how I crave variety, do you? Check them out, you might just find something new to subscribe to!

Keep Up With The Web – Sherryl Perry offers coaching and other valuable tips about marketing and branding to help any entrepreneur start their own business online.  If you are looking to start a business and need help brainstorming and need experience, I would send Sherryl an email.

Maria Forleo – Maria Forleo is a one-woman marketing genius. Her approach to everything is done with flair, humor and no-nonsense tips. Her videos for Tuesdays are hilarious and she is one smart lady. She really focuses on giving back and her tips are priceless. She is someone you should subscribe to fast!

John Falchetto – John Falchetto is a brilliant Life Coach, father, husband and friend. I have learned allot from John about life, goal setting, and how to take risks to get closer to my dreams. He has a new website where he offers great tips I highly recommend you sign up for and an ebook (No Affiliate Link) that will truly inspire you too!

Hot Blog Tips – Brian Hawkins blogs about SEO, Traffic and Advanced blogging tips. He has a great team of well-known bloggers that also help offer valuable content for new and professional bloggers. Hot Blog Tips story is a great read that I recommend reading to show how quickly his blog rose in the ranks and how it can help you too. Brian is a superb blogger, my favorite tweeter and friend.

BlackandMarriedwithKids – Lamar and Ronnie Tyler blog about parenting, marriage and provide tips on how to build a solid foundation in marriages. They truly understand the ups and downs of working, running a business and building a loving relationship.

Inspire to Thrive – Lisa Buben runs a blog that offers inspiration, reviews and other types of blogging advice to new bloggers. She is a consistent commenter and very supportive. She is one consistent commenter on my site and she is super supportive to people wanting advice and help with their blog.

The Ramblings of a WAHM – Allison Irish is one determined blogger.  She is everywhere commenting on other blogs and a sweet lady. Allie offers tips about social media, blog tips and making an income online. She is a mother, wife and friend.

Quick Blog Tips – Ben Barden first got my attention on Hot Blog Tips and I loved his tips on blogging and writing.  Ben’s own blog offers bloggers some unique tips to improve your writing, standing out and improving your blog. Give this man a visit!

Uncommon Chicks – Lakesha Brown is a blogger I met when I first started out.  Lakesha is one smart lady and runs both Uncommon Chicks and XD Web Solutions helping bloggers with web design elements and blog tips. Uncommon Chicks is her new venture where she opens up fun discussions about Women.

I’m Just Sharing – Mitch Mitchell blogs about internet marketing, writing and blogging. What I like most about Mitch is you never know what you’re going to get and blogs like that interest the hell out of me. Mitch is someone I came across from other blog comments and he always leaves comments that gets you thinking. He speaks his mind and I admire anyone straight-forward and real.

Personal Facts – Jimmy Jacobs is a blogger and brilliant writer. His blog details the trials and tribulations of relationships and chronicles his ups and downs with love. He is refreshing, super cute (ok, a little biased) and his topics bring up tons of realistic situations we have all faced.

Clever Mommas – Carrie Kitcher and her partner Gina run Clever Mommas where they share some really great ideas on baking, parties and dessert ideas. I met Carrie though Triberr and she has been a great support to my posts with tweets and if you have kids, their ideas will make your next party a hit.

New Biz Blogger – Michelle Welch blogs about SEO, Blogging and is a great source for WordPress Training. I met Michelle through twitter and her blog is great for any blog owner looking to start an online business.

Now I open the floor to readers:

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38 Comments »

  1. Jens P. Berget
    Twitter:
    February 23, 2012 at 10:48 am - Reply

    Hi Sonia,

    This is perfect timing. I have been looking for some new blogs, and from your list, I have only been following a few and John Falchetto is one of them. He’s brilliant and I can’t wait to see more from his project in Dubai next month.

    Thanks a lot for sharing. I’ll be adding all the blogs to my RSS reader.

    Have a great day Sonia.
    Jens P. Berget recently posted..How to start a business in 90 daysMy Profile

    • Sonia
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      February 23, 2012 at 4:49 pm - Reply

      Thanks Jens and I agree John is awesome. His new blog has really come full circle and the information on there is priceless. I appreciate the visit as always Jens and your support to my posts.

  2. LisaTwitter: lisapatb February 23, 2012 at 12:13 pm - Reply

    Wow, I came here to check out new blogs and was shocked to see myself on this list. Thank you Sonia! I’ve been reading Hot Blog Tips and love it! I will be checking out the others too.
    Lisa recently posted..Are Your Blogging Friends Leaving Social Media?My Profile

    • Sonia
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      February 23, 2012 at 4:50 pm - Reply

      Are you kidding? You are always consistent and super supportive. I was happy to add you and I want others to meet you to. You add a ton of value and you really do support others. Bloggers love people like you!

    • Susan SilverTwitter: cirquedumot February 24, 2012 at 6:30 am - Reply

      So Happy to see Lisa on this list! She is super helpful.

      • Sonia
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        February 24, 2012 at 3:01 pm - Reply

        Hey Susan, I agree, Lisa is awesome and super nice.

  3. Ben from Quick Blog TipsTwitter: benbarden February 23, 2012 at 12:29 pm - Reply

    Hi Sonia – thanks so much for the mention. Really appreciate it. :D

    Great job for coming up with a list of blogs that aren’t “the usual suspects” – it’s refreshing to see a list where I don’t know 9/10 of the people on it. I’ll be adding these to my reading list too :)

    PS. Your comment box is really smart!
    Ben recently posted..Keep a Short To-Do List and Get Stuff DoneMy Profile

    • Sonia
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      February 23, 2012 at 4:52 pm - Reply

      Ben you rule! I love your own personal site and can’t wait to explore more of it. It really has some cool articles I need to devour to help my readers too. I was happy to list you because I want others to see what I see about you too. You can write man~!

      • BenTwitter: benbarden February 23, 2012 at 5:42 pm - Reply

        :) Thanks Sonia! Hopefully you mean Quick Blog Tips rather than the personal site I am in the process of winding down (benbarden.com)… there will be a basic site there to replace the blog soon.
        Ben recently posted..Post Titles: Do You Put All Your Cards on the Table?My Profile

        • Sonia
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          February 23, 2012 at 9:34 pm - Reply

          Yes, Quick Tips. I didn’t know about your other blog. How many do you have?

          • BenTwitter: benbarden February 23, 2012 at 9:46 pm -

            That’s the main one I have for the moment. I’m working on a couple of others, will share them when they are a bit further along the line :)
            Ben recently posted..Post Titles: Do You Put All Your Cards on the Table?My Profile

          • Sonia
            Twitter:
            February 24, 2012 at 4:08 am -

            Sounds good thanks Ben. I can’t wait to see what you come up with.

  4. Mitch Mitchell February 23, 2012 at 3:44 pm - Reply

    Thanks for including me with this great group of people; I’m honored.
    Mitch Mitchell recently posted..A MLM RantMy Profile

    • Sonia
      Twitter:
      February 23, 2012 at 4:53 pm - Reply

      I was happy to include you Mitch. I have to go back and read your last post about Prima Donna’s. I read most of it, but got side tracked trying to finish this post.

  5. Jimmy February 23, 2012 at 5:32 pm - Reply

    Thank you so much Sonia for including me in this list! I’m honored! :)
    Jimmy recently posted..Why Guys Dump Girls They’re IntoMy Profile

    • Sonia
      Twitter:
      February 23, 2012 at 9:33 pm - Reply

      You are welcome. Your blog topics always get a response from me.

  6. Kesha, The Uncommon ChickTwitter: uncommonchick February 24, 2012 at 1:54 am - Reply

    Girl, you know I am ever so grateful to have graced your list of blogs :-)

    And just like Ben mentioned, it’s refreshing to connect with bloggers I haven’t seen before!

    Now, on to checking out the other blogs!

    *hugs*

    ~Kesha
    Kesha, The Uncommon Chick recently posted..If You Love Me, You Would…My Profile

    • Sonia
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      February 24, 2012 at 4:05 am - Reply

      Hey Kesha, I love Uncommon Chick. The topics are funny, realistic and stuff I love gabbing about. You were always nice to me starting out and I was happy to include you on this list.

  7. Jason February 24, 2012 at 2:44 am - Reply

    I want to nominate the Homie D over at From Ashy to Class http://www.ashy2classy.net

    • Sonia
      Twitter:
      February 24, 2012 at 4:08 am - Reply

      Thanks Jason, I will check out his blog.

  8. Brian D. HawkinsTwitter: HotBlogTips February 24, 2012 at 12:32 pm - Reply

    Thank you Sonia, it’s very cool to be listed with these great bloggers. Speaking of great bloggers, you are very giving and I appreciate you. :)
    Brian D. Hawkins recently posted..Quick Blogging Tips For Newbie Bloggers – Successful Blogging AdviceMy Profile

    • Sonia
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      February 24, 2012 at 3:04 pm - Reply

      Thanks Brian, your blog put me in touch with Brian and Mitch so I couldn’t do this post without including them too.

  9. EmmaKTwitter: emmakaufmann February 24, 2012 at 4:34 pm - Reply

    Thanks so much for these great blog recommendations! Yeah Personal Facts is a fun read! And do check out my blog too
    EmmaK recently posted..The Dying Art of SwearingMy Profile

    • Sonia
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      February 24, 2012 at 6:25 pm - Reply

      Welcome Emma! I know Jimmy is so funny and his blog talks about some cool subjects!

  10. Allie February 26, 2012 at 5:02 pm - Reply

    Sonia,

    Thanks so much for the shout out.

    It is funny how you say I am everywhere commenting on blogs. Last month and the year before that, I was nowhere to be found on other blogs. But I decided 2012 was going to be different. I was going to leave my comfort zone. I was actually going to start guest posting more often. But my eye caught a blogging contest over at ProBlogging Success with Jane Sheeba. I decided to enter. One way of getting points is to comment on Comluv sites. So i went crazy!!

    At first I felt I was using these poor bloggers blogs for my benefit. But let me just tell you, I NEVER leave a crap comment behind, I always try to leave something for the conversation.

    I commented a lot.

    But then something happen….something awesome! I met some amazingly wonderful people! This contest I am in has become more of a side effort for me. I now feel I want to comment to keep up with my new found friends and their blogs. The contest is just part of the fun.

    So I find it funny that you mention I am everywhere. I didn’t know anyone would notice and I never knew these great things would happen just from one contest. I am so happy!

    Thank you so much for the kind words, especially the part about me being determined. I never thought of myself that way, now I can. :-)

    You made my weekend!

    ~Allie
    Allie recently posted..Blogging Success: Failure Is SuccessMy Profile

    • Sonia
      Twitter:
      February 26, 2012 at 6:10 pm - Reply

      Hey Allie! You are very welcome and your comment is even more inspiring. Allot of new bloggers don’t know to get traffic to their blog and these were great tips. That is how I started too and I met some awesome bloggers along the way myself. That’s the beauty of commenting on other blogs; you get to meet and network with bloggers that no only teach you something, but also give you an enormous amount of support with your blog and other business ventures. Giving back and helping others is priceless and I am happy to have learned that from you and others. Thanks Allie!

      • Allie February 29, 2012 at 2:00 am - Reply

        Sonia,

        You make me feel so good! Thanks!

        You are right. Many new bloggers, heck, some not so new also, wonder how to get traffic. I didn’t know that the commenting would get me such a great response. All bloggers should get out there and share their words.

        ~Allie
        Allie recently posted..Blogging Success: Failure Is SuccessMy Profile

        • Sonia
          Twitter:
          February 29, 2012 at 3:29 am - Reply

          Thank you Allie, that means allot to me. Hey I want to invite you to something on my site. I am gonna send you an email.

          • Allie February 29, 2012 at 3:34 am -

            Sure. if you have not yet, please send it to the one that I used for this comment. I check it more often.

            Looking forward to it.
            Allie recently posted..Blogging Success: Failure Is SuccessMy Profile

          • Sonia
            Twitter:
            February 29, 2012 at 3:27 pm -

            Hey Allie, I sent it over last night. Let me know if you didn’t get it and it should have an attachment with it.

  11. Nicholle Olores February 28, 2012 at 12:58 am - Reply

    I had already read some of the blogs you mentioned above and they are truly great. I usually visited “Keep Up With the Web” and it is great for me.

    • Sonia
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      February 28, 2012 at 1:17 am - Reply

      Thanks Nicholle, Allie has an awesome blog. I appreciate the visit and comment.

  12. Sarah Reece February 29, 2012 at 4:01 pm - Reply

    Hey Sonia,

    Really appreciate your effort to share this awesome list of bloggers with us. This is so kind of you.

    I have visited Kesha’s blog in the past, and found her pretty rocking with the kind of stuff she chooses to write about and also her writing style.

    I’m on my way to check out other blogs on this list. Thanks and would look forward to your next month’s list. Cheers :)
    Sarah Reece recently posted..BluehostMy Profile

    • Sonia
      Twitter:
      February 29, 2012 at 4:26 pm - Reply

      Welcome Sarah! You know when I started that series a year ago, I never thought it would be where it is today. I really appreciate everyone that enjoy this blogs listed and I am so happy to share blogs that I think are awesome. Thank you so much for taking the time to visit and comment Sarah! I really appreciate it.

  13. Vernessa TaylorTwitter: CoachNotesBlog March 13, 2012 at 5:57 pm - Reply

    Hi Sonia,

    This is the first time I’ve visited your blog here. I found my way here because Mitch Mitchell featured you in his Black Web Friday series … Nice to meet you!

    Useful list you’ve put together. I read Sherryl Perry’s and Michelle Welch’s blogs but haven’t encountered some of the others. Glad you’ve highlighted them. I’ll be sure to check out some of them.

    • Sonia
      Twitter:
      March 13, 2012 at 11:47 pm - Reply

      Welcome Vernessa! I have seen your face on allot of blog comments and I am glad to see you here too! Thanks for visiting from Mitch’s blog (isn’t he a sweetie?). I hope you find some awesome posts from the blogs I love visiting. Thanks again for your visit and I really appreciate the comment. Nice to meet!

  14. Terry April 22, 2012 at 8:05 pm - Reply

    Thanks, I will go check out some of these blogs

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