I've been meaning to line up a new blogging post for so long and just seem to lose all track of time. Today's topic is one that I've been thinking about a lot lately and felt like it was worthy of addressing. As I always say with these posts, I'm by no means an expert. I'm simply speaking from what I know and what I've experienced first-hand having this blog. One of the criticisms of bloggers that I consistently see is that disclosures aren't explicitly stated and sometimes, aren't stated at all. Open your mind for just a minute, there are lessons to be learned from those criticisms - I stand by that one hundred percent. And today's topic is one pulled from my research. Readers want (and deserve) details when it comes to collaborations, partnerships, advertisements, etc. Disclosures are vital to our integrity, as a community. Did you get that top from company X in exchange for a review? Are you getting paid to blog about company X's newest product? Here are the details about disclosures. . .
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This one is rather obvious, right? Regardless of it being legal or readers having a right to know, no one likes shady business. I can tell you, there's someone out there who will call you on it. (Ps - If you ever feel like I've presented something on my blog that was misleading, please email me!)
Don't you want to be known as an honest, straight forward, awesome blogger? Yes, I thought so. Even if legalities weren't a factor, it's just good practice to keep your readers in the loop. As a blog writer and reader, I appreciate transparency. We're all in this together, after all.
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Thanks for this important post, Julie! I always feel that you are very clear if you are working with a certain company or organization. :) Thank you!
What a great post! It's always important to remember these tidbits while blogging. Much appreciated! xx
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This drives me bonkers!!!
Really love your perspective on this. And as a new(ish) blogger, I appreciate hearing your honest opinions on these topics!
I appreciate this post. Great perspective!
I really need to be better about this. I almost want to make it a part of my signature, so that I always remember that it needs to be there. Good tips & reminders!
Yep, couldn't agree more Julie!
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