4 Years of Blogging: What I Did Right, What I Regret, and Why It’s Worth It

4 Years of Blogging: What I Did Right, What I Regret, and Why It’s Worth It

It’s been four years since I started blogging. What began as a casual experiment has now become a meaningful part of my creative and professional life. Looking back, there are things I’m proud of—and a few things I wish I had done differently.

✅ What I Did Right

​The best decision I made was to stay consistent. I didn’t stress over the length or perfection of each post. I simply kept writing about what I loved, and over time, I began to see my strengths more clearly. My writing improved, and my blog became a personal asset and a platform for self-expression.
I’m also glad I designed my blog homepage like a mini portal. It left a strong first impression on visitors, and I’ve received many compliments asking how I made it. That initial impact was worth the effort.
In the beginning, I shared a lot of practical IT tips—things like PDF tools or online resources. This strategy worked well and continues to bring in steady traffic even years later.

And yes, blogging led to small income streams. I’ve received requests for ad placements and collaborations. It’s empowering to realize I created something from scratch. It’s not just about money—it’s about seeing my work go beyond the local and connect to a wider, even global audience.

❗ What I Regret

I wish I had kept the category structure simpler from the start. Having too many categories early on made things confusing later. Something like "daily life," "classroom ideas," and "art and exhibitions" would have been enough.
Another regret was focusing too much on details of each post at the beginning. I now understand that the early phase is more about direction than perfection.
I also ran my blog and info content as two separate channels. In hindsight, combining them would have made branding and content management much easier.
Most of all, I regret not focusing on SEO and keywords early enough. If I had learned more about search strategies sooner, I could have reached a much broader audience.

💡 Final Thoughts

​Four years in, blogging has taught me patience, consistency, and the value of honest work. I no longer crave fast money or quick success. Instead, I’ve come to appreciate the dignity of creating something meaningful.
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I wholeheartedly recommend blogging—not just as a side hustle, but as a way to build your personal brand, grow creatively, and reach people far beyond your immediate circle.