Hey there! So, let’s talk about something close to my heart—blogging. While blogging is becoming a bigger deal worldwide, it’s still a bit misunderstood in India. People often think it’s just a hobby or something we do in our spare time. Spoiler alert: it’s so much more than that! I’ve been asked some pretty funny and head-scratching questions about what bloggers do, and I figured it’s time to clear things up.
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be a blogger or want to know more, stick around. I will break down some common misconceptions and share what this career is about!
- “Blogging karte ho? Matlab kya? (You blog? What does that mean?)”
Thought: Blogging is not just writing random stuff on the internet; it involves research, writing, marketing, and creating valuable content for a target audience. - “Tera bhi YouTube channel hoga? (You must have a YouTube channel, right?)”
Thought in my head: Not every blogger is a YouTuber! Creating video content is a different ball game, and blogging focuses more on written content and SEO. - “Arre yeh to kuch likhne ka kaam hai. Koi real job kyun nahi karte? (This is just writing work. Why don’t you do a real job?)”
Thought in my head: Writing is just one part of the job. Content creation, SEO optimization, marketing, audience engagement, and much more are behind every successful blog. - “Tum toh bas ghar pe baithe ho. Kaam kaha karte ho? (You’re just sitting at home all day. Where’s the work?).”
Thought in my head: Working from home doesn’t mean I’m doing nothing. Blogging involves research, updating content, managing a website, and handling technical issues—it’s real work! - “Aaj kal toh sab kuch Google pe mil jata hai, tum kya naya karte ho? (Everything is available on Google these days; what’s new about what you’re doing?)”
Thought in my head: Google needs good content to rank, and bloggers provide that valuable content. Blogging is about offering unique perspectives and detailed information.
Questions from Relatives and Friends That Show They Don’t Understand Blogging
Relatives and friends can sometimes be the hardest to explain blogging to. They either don’t understand or underestimate the effort that goes into it:
- “Tum ghar pe ho toh zyada kaam toh nahi hoga. Kabhi bhi bulane pe aa jao. (Since you work from home, you must have free time. Just come over whenever you can.)”
Thought in my head: Just because I work from home doesn’t mean I have a flexible schedule. My time is structured around deadlines, content creation, and blog management. - “Tumhara kaam kitna easy hai yaar! Laptop kholo aur bas likho. (Your job is so easy! Just open your laptop and write.)”
Thought in my head: If only it were that simple! Behind every blog post are hours of research, drafting, rewriting, editing, and SEO optimization. It’s not just typing words. - “Yeh blogging ka future kya hai? Permanent job kyun nahi kar lete? (What’s the future of blogging? Why don’t you get a permanent job?)”
I had this thought: If done right, blogging can be a long-term career. It takes time to grow but can be as stable as any other profession once established. - “Tum kitna kama lete ho blogging se? Aur yeh paisa kaise milta hai? (How much do you earn from blogging? And how do you even get paid?)”
Thought in my head: Earnings vary, but monetization is actual. Bloggers can earn a good income if they’re consistent through ads, affiliate marketing, sponsored posts, and product sales. - “Padhai kyun nahi karte? Blogging se kuch nahi hoga. (Why don’t you study further? Blogging won’t get you anywhere.)”
Thought in my head: Blogging requires constant learning, whether understanding SEO, learning new content strategies, or improving writing skills. It’s a profession where you’re constantly evolving. - “Aaj kal toh sab blog karte hain, tumhara kya alag hai? (Everyone blogs these days, what makes you different?)”
Thought: Blogging is about finding a niche, building a loyal audience, and offering value. Just because many people blog doesn’t mean it’s an easy or overcrowded profession. - “Blogger ho toh kabhi free mein trip pe kyun nahi le jate? (If you’re a blogger, why don’t you take us on free trips?)”
Thought in my head: Not all bloggers are travel bloggers who get sponsored trips! Different niches in blogging have other perks, but free trips aren’t standard for every blogger.
How Relatives and Friends Misunderstand Blogging Work
Relatives and friends often don’t see the behind-the-scenes work that goes into a successful blog. Here are some ways they misinterpret the effort:
- They think it’s a hobby, not a real job.
Many people assume blogging is something they do in their free time, not realizing it requires the same level of dedication as any 9-5 job. - They think working from home equals no work.
Since there’s no office to go to, they assume you’re always free, leading to a lack of understanding about work-life balance. - They believe bloggers only write and don’t understand the technical aspects.
From managing websites, handling SEO, and troubleshooting technical issues to marketing and monetizing the blog, there’s much more to blogging than just writing articles. - They assume it’s quick money.
Some people think blogging brings instant income, not realizing it can take months, even years, to establish a blog that generates significant revenue. - They don’t see the importance of networking.
Networking is essential for growth, whether collaborating with brands or building relationships with other bloggers, but many people don’t realize how critical it is.
Conclusion: Blogging is a Real Career
Blogging may seem easy from the outside, but it requires constant learning, hard work, and dedication. It’s important to respect every job, including blogging, for the time and effort that goes into making it successful. Like any career, bloggers deserve respect for their passion and commitment to their craft.
Every blogger’s story, haha
We need more successful bloggers to preach to everyone.