5 ways to curate better content
Yes, it has been a long time since I’ve shared an advice post – and trust me, it’s not because I don’t want to. Truth is I’ve been snowed under (figuratively) and I always prefer to sit down and think about a short and to-the-point way of replying to your questions. How I curate content is a common question and I can understand why. Knowing what to post and when to post is taken very seriously in the Blogging world. Much like a magazine, we have to be on top of our game and know about current events and trends that are in sync with our vision and style. I understand that, though it doesn’t have to be so strict. I cannot talk for every Blogger out there but this is how I choose to curate my content. If you do things differently, please, feel free to chime in and tell us all about it because I’m interested myself.
Be yourself
It is key that you understand what your style is in this story. That will automatically discard a million subjects and ideas that will not resonate with your readers and yourself. Being yourself is also important because that is the only way that you will be able to back up and defend what you post. Beauty is definitely in the eye of the beholder and people might not agree with your opinion sometimes. Make sure everything you share reflects you.
Be current
Among all the beautiful things that are out in this virtual world, there are many that are lovely… but outdated. People, myself included, get excited about current things. It’s part of our nature. Make sure you are current so people can relate to your content and so you can be helpful and add to people’s lives and likes.
Be fearless
I used to be very worried about stepping on people’s toes. Saying the wrong thing or posting something that someone would find offensive worried me to no-end (let’s say a nipple shot) to the point of keeping me up at night. Truth is just as in magazines and large online publications, each article is a representation of trends, art and personal likes. Depriving yourself from posting something that is not damaging, racist and offensive, but simply different, is a huge disservice. There a millions of Bloggers out there now. All of whom are trying to be original. The best road to take is that of being yourself and going with your gut.
Be picky
If I could count the many things I’ve liked and loved over the past years, that I’ve ended up not sharing here, there would be enough to put even the most obsessive Twitterer to shame. Yes, there are many things I’m passionate about – but are not here because either the story behind it or the images made for that specific project or product do not grab me as much as the idea behind it. Being picky is key. It’s one more way to make sure you can stand behind what you post about and make sure you are open and loyal to your readers.
Be passionate
Love what you post about. Read often, browser the net, compare and let yourself fall in love enough to talk about things in a way that’s personal. That matters… and it’s effortless. For me, there’s no worse thing than trying to be enthusiastic about something I don’t fully love. Lack of passion is evident to those who visit you daily. Make sure you give them your own point of view and allow them to enrich your experience by commenting.
How do you get inspired? What are your recommendations for curating good content?