Great blog design can make your blog stand out.
It is true that the Steemit interface leaves little room for additional design, but design goes beyond Web design.
The recent update made it possible for Steemians to add a cover photo alongside their profile picture and this have helped spice up our blogs a bit.
But the truth is that most of your readers will rarely visit your blog, they may just see your post on their home feed, read it and add their two cents and go to another post without viewing your blog.
So how do you captivate them?
By using great pictures, design goes beyond designing a blog header or banner, the pictures you use in your post can do wonders for you, and if done right it can reinforce the point you are trying to make in your post
Most people fail to realize this and use sloppy pictures for their post, this makes your content look boring even if you actually make sense
Now that we have established that pictures in a great part of blog design
There is a big difference between good and bad design. Good design is magnetic and draws your reader in
Bad design can make your content unappealing and frustrates readers
But design goes beyond using beautiful pictures or blog headers
The process of design cannot be automated or generated, it needs to go beyond that
In order for it to be achieved, you have to reach a level of connection with your reader
That is why it is vital to blog about what you love or waht you are passionate about, because only then can you connect with your audience
When I go to pexels or unsplash to get pictures for my posts, there is something going on at the back of mind, there are numerous pictures online but i manage to pick the ones that always resonates with my audience
I know this because, my posts always get postitve feedback, and someone told me recently that even my Images are quality content
So these are the things you need to keep in mind when choosing any form of design for your blog
Be Human
Your blog design is one of the first things your readers will notice and that alone is enough to convince someone to click your post
You have to know that you are writing for Humans , not Bots
Design also includes text, so you also have to ensure that your posts are well arranged, if you don't know how to use Markdown then you have download the guide and study it
If you use fancy pictures and blog headers and people find it difficult to read your posts, you will not make the impact you desire
Give Your Brand A Soul
Emotions play a huge role in the decisions we make , your blog design goes a long way in determining how people feel about your blog
The Imagery and general design of your blog goes a long way in determining how people interact with your brand and I have discovered that a good design validates what you are saying and makes it easier for your audience to implement your call to action
If you want your readers to be happy anytime they visit your blog then use joyful colours and have a little sense of humor. 🙂
So What Should You do next
Go through your previous content and review them based on the points I have made on this post, Is your blog design memorable?
You may need to Learn markdown so as to improve your blog design and if you use shutter stock Images for your posts you may reconsider
Even if you run a series that requires a single or simple design, try as much as possible to make it unique and memorable
Below are some designs I made for @infovore for his Steem Magazine
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A good example of a steemain who has a great blog design is @progressivechef, his blog posts are always memorable and interesting
Thanks for reading
Image Source: Pexels.com
Great post ogo! I'm probably gonna end up paying someone to make me a cool logo when I get some more cash, but I normally like doing things myself.
Those are some sick designs you made for infovore, did it take long to learn how to learn photoshop and all that?
Hello @waphilip
Thanks for reading and yes design is vital.
I designed the images on Canva.com.
It is a very nice place and they have lots of awesome templates.
@ogochukwu
I tried it, and it only works on laptops sha.
Bummer.
So true. I found out that putting a little humour in my posts make me more relatable and people comment more .
It's hardwork finding pictures that fit what you are trying to say, especially with the limited websites that have free stock photos.
I only know of Pixabay and Pexels.
Do you know more?
Try unsplash
I really enjoyed your content I have just wrote a similar blog @roverone form a marketing view. I have been in marketing and sales for years so I have a been able to put that into action with a few basic suggestions
Hello @roverone
Thanks for reading, visiting your blog now
@ogochukwu
Hi, Nice to meet you, wish you good luck and a Great Post God Bless you,...!!!
Where can i download the guide
Just search for it online @ewuoso
This is a good steemian with whose writing i am well pleased. Listen to him.
Lol @arizonawise
Thanks for reading and for your endorsment. I appreciate.
@ogochukwu
This is a good steemian with whose writing i am well pleased. Listen to him.
Hmmm
Ever since i started following you, i have beem getting pisitive results from your tips sir
Thank you for the tips..
More grease to your elbow
Hope to get more tips from you😊
Hello @camzy
Thanks for reading and your kind words.
I will visit your blog now.
@ogochukwu
I must say @ogochukwu in all honesty that your outlined points and tips for successful blogging is very on point... Thanks for sharing this informative post as always which earned my upvote ...🙋