One of the many questions I get from friends and family is what it means to be an influencer. To the average person, it seems outrages that you can make a living, aka a career out of “blogging”. Compared to your 9 to 5 desk job people automatically assume it must be an easy job. Some even go as far as saying that “it must be nice having a job where all you have to do is look pretty”, but this could not be further from the truth.
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Blogging is a lot work
I’ve been a full-time publisher for quite some time now (What Would V Wear turns 5 years old this April!) and there are days where I wish I had a regular 9 to 5 schedule. Blogging is a lot of work! Not only does one need to deal with the stipulation of choosing not to hold a traditional job, but it demands a ton of self-discipline, skill and intelligence. As a full-time blogger you don’t just “look pretty all day” but, in fact, you tackle many different responsibilities, take accounting for instance. I bet you didn’t think accounting was one of them, did you? Well, I turned my blog into a business so accounting matters. Besides the business aspect of it all, you have to be constantly “on”. We promote and grow on social media so, it’s crucial to be active on all social platforms at all times.
Self-Discipline
Self-disciple is the key ingredient to success, no matter what you do for a living. As a full-time influencer, I am now my very own boss. Setting expectations and goals on your own is very important. My business is my baby and I take care of it just as I take care of my actual children. I don’t want to fail so, I work hard on a regular basis to keep on moving.
Creativity
Right now the “influencer market” is pretty over-saturated. It’s hard not to compare yourself to others in the industry and on top of that you have to come up with imagery that is visually appealing and creative. I’ve come quite a long way and lately I’ve really been into photography. Mastering the skills and taking my editing to the next level in one of my biggest goals this year. This being said, you simply never stop learning.
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such a gorgeous color, you look amazing 🙂
– Marina W
http://www.waitmarinawho.com/2019/03/whimsical-wild-thoughts-in-zaandam.html
This is a stunning look! Yes the market is saturated but I still love to have just a small piece of it. I think you are amazing influencer with quality content. I really admire the balance you have between work and family.
https://www.kathrineeldridge.com
I adore for what you do…You work so hard for your success…Anyway you look so gorgeous..
It is so much work and some people just don’t understand it, which is sad. But you are sooooo good at what you do dear friend and you do it all with such grace and love and sweetness in your heart behind it all and that is why so many people love you…your genuineness! AND you ALWAYS look like a million bucks…what an amazing color on you!! So proud of you too! xo
It’s really a hard work. Thanks for sharing your opinion.
Kisses
http://www.atrendylifestyle.com/
Love your honesty about what being an influencer means! I don’t blog full time because I think I would struggle with the self-discipline! ha. I need the structure of a normal 9-5 to thrive. Congrats on the blog turning 5!
I definitely agree that people don’t realize how much work goes into it blogging. I’m glad you are bringing awareness to this!
http://www.rdsobsessions.com
Your photos have been looking amazing lately!! After starting blogging recently, I can totally agree with this post. There’s so much that goes into blogging, and competition is fierce!
http://www.sundaydahlias.com
You’re doing a great job Vanessa! Keep it up. Your photography has definitely improved with your blog. I love how creative your shoots are.
Mich x
http://michjoseph.com
thanks for sharing your views! this is great!
kelseybang.com
4allthingsdisney.com
You’re doing an amazing job girl !
And thoses pictures are so beautiful ! Stunning !
Xx
Margot
https://troughthepasturesofthesky.com
Being an influencer is so much work and I think SO many people don’t get that! (even some of my close friends) But, you do such an amazing job handling it all! I’ve always loved your quality content and beautiful images!
xx, Steph
UrbanBlonde.com
It is a helluva lot of work! Throw in Youtube and it’s more than a full time job. Good thing is so much fun! These shots of you are lovely ❤️
It’s a lot of work but also so rewarding! You definitely have to wear many hats and find balance! Your photos are beautiful!
Jill – Doused in Pink
You’er so amazing 🔝🔝💯💯💯
I agree on all of these! Something not always well understood. You are amazing at it.
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
I’ve gotten plenty of disbelieving looks when I tell someone how long a blog post actually takes me to create. I spend a lot of time blogging part-time for pleasure, and I know it must be so much more work to do it full-time. You’re doing an amazing job though. All your content is beautiful and unique.
Kathrin | Polar Bear Style
You look stunning here! <3 and yes I couldn’t agree more! It’s lots of hardworking than people think and way very expensive too!
Love it!
Xoxo Babita
http://travelhues.com
Being an influencer is incredibly difficult – and it’s an around the clock job! You’re doing such a great job – especially while raising two littles!
xx http://www.qustomquinns.com/blog
Hi Vanessa, this is a great post and really inspiring! Have a great week
Gemma x
http://www.jacquardflower.uk
These are great photos! 🙂
I agree, blogging can be such hard work sometimes. That’s why it will only ever be a hobby for me 🙂
Hope that your week is going well 🙂
Away From The Blue
I have no doubts being a full time blogger is hard work but you do make it look easy haha! Lovely photos 🙂
Jenny | localleo.co.uk
Thats a good explanation babe, I am going on 10 years in August with my blog and it really is so much work so thank you sharing this as more people especially brands need to know how much work we put into everything 🙂 xx
Yess- there’s always something to learn + work to be done! Love your photography, babe- you take some amazing shots!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Love this post!! Love these photos too, you look amazing!
xx, Elise
http://www.sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com
These pictures are gorgeous!! Love love love the sleeves. And I agree, I think it’s easy to forget all the work that goes behind! Xx
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These are useful insights. I hope I can transition into an influencer someday.
http://sophieatieno.com
It’s amazing that you’ve been able to turn this into a full-time job and work for yourself :)! It’s a lot of work but I’m sure it’s more fulfilling to work for yourself than someone else.
Mai // https://www.maidoesthings.com
Totally agree babe it is a lot of work! You look sensational loving the top!
xoxo
Lovely
http://www.mynameislovely.com
I love this post! I’m a part-time blogger, and I tell people all the time it is hard work. I still have a full-time job, run a blog, and a YouTube channel takes up a lot of my time. Plus I read 5-7 books a month and review them. I don’t know where I get the time, but i’m always working. Some people don’t understand or want to understand the job we put in.
http://www.comfycozyup.com
In fashion’s over saturated market, the word influencer gets used a lot. Some live up to the title, some don’t. I’m old school and come from the print fashion generation so I don’t care how many Followers some one has, I care about their talent. How are they influencing me to be a better person…I’ve been Following you for a while and it’s clear that you are one of the Real Ones. So creative – your fashion shoots are always on point and you have a heart.
Have a lovely Sunday hon. Xx
PS Love this shoot in the Field of Dreams!
Such a beautiful read. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this dear. Also, that dress looks amazingly fabulous on you!
Jessica | notjessfashion.com