2010 has been an amazing year, and blogging has really come into it’s own. According to BlogPulse, there are now 152 million blogs on the internet, up from 126 million in 2009, which is a 20% increase in just one year. It has never be easier than any time in history, to step up, and express your knowledge, experience and opinions – through blogging. I learned a lot about blogging in 2010, and I found some great people to follow.
Here is just a small sample of some great bloggers I stumbled onto in the blogosphere in 2010:
1. Jay Baer: Convince and Convert
Jay knows social media, and he knows strategy. He understands business, entrepreneurs and marketing and his blog is always entertaining and honest. Jay is a great listener, who engages his readers.
Recent Posts Include:
- The 10 Social Media Thoughts You Liked Best
- The New Small – How Technology Levels the Playing Field
- Blogging Success Summit – 23 Tips From Blogging Top Dogs
2. Ileane Smith: Basic Blog Tips
Ileane is a passionate blogger, educator and true champion. She really engages her online friends and readers, and her blog is an amazing resource. She covers the blogging basics and encourages a strong community spirit. Whether a beginner or pro blogger, there is plenty to learn here.
Recent Posts Include:
- 5 Tips for Setting Up a Video Blogging Room
- Video Tour of the StumbleUpon Toolbar for Chrome
- Give Facebook a Facelift with PostPost
3. Brian Clark: Copyblogger
Since 2006, Brian’s Copyblogger website has been delivering his latest thoughts, and opinions on SEO, Writing, Keywords, and Internet Marketing. He is definitely an elite blogger, who gives and engages as much as he shares his wisdom. All bloggers should not miss this blog.
Recent Posts Include:
4. Extreme John
A great business entrepreneur and blogger from Florida, John definitely blogs outside the box. He shares weird and wonderful stories from his business, as well as amazing advice for business owners everywhere. The information he provides is invaluable, and business owners and bloggers alike can learn so much here.
Recent Posts Include:
- 6 Best Business Blogging Posts of 2010
- 6 Best Social Media Posts of 2010
- 15 Best Business Articles Featured in 2010
5. John Paul Aguiar: Money Dummy
Everyday people learning how to make money blogging. John is a dedicated blogger and inspiring internet entrepreneur. He offers great resources on his blog, is always engaging, and has a writing style that is always enjoyable to read. He is a student of life, who’s not afraid to make a difference. Bloggers, writers and entrepreneurs will bookmark and follow.
Recent Posts Include:
- Top 10 Android Apps For Bloggers
- 12 Days Of Christmas – Blogger Style
- 19 Entrepreneur Blogs That Will Change Your Life
6. Karan Labra: Techfudge
Blogging, Make Money Online, WordPress, SEO Tips, Link Building. Karan has a great passion for blogging and helping others. His latest blog, techfudge, has only been around for a few months, but he is already making an amazing impression on bloggers of all levels. He really understands social media and that to truly make your mark, you have to take your time and form real connections. His blog is a must-read resource.
Recent Posts Include:
- How to write a great article with 5 simple tips
- And it all NOT ends here
- 4 Efficient SEO Methods Every WordPress Blogger Should Utilize
7. Suresh Khanal: SEO MMO Tips
Sharing the Blogging Experience. The blogging genius from Suresh shows that blogging is truly an international talent, as he shares his wisdom and online experiences from Nepal. Started in 2010, Suresh covers the basics of starting and running a blog, as well as search engine optimisation and making money. He also offers a great handful of WordPress tutorials that bloggers of all levels will find really helpful.
Latest Posts Include:
- Achieve Highest Score on SEO Blog Post
- Internet Marketing and SEO Basics for NewBies
- MyLikes Review–Are you really making money on twitter?
8. Kim Castleberry: Just Ask Kim
Internet Marketing made easy. If you’re a big fan of WordPress, Social Media, and Tool and Resources for bloggers, then you will spend a lot of time here. Utilising her background in IT, small business and social media, Kim shares her thoughts and helpful resources, and is always engaging and friendly.
Recent Posts Include:
- Can You Help Me Find The DoFollows?
- WordPress 3.0.4 – Critical Security Update
- Free Planning Tool – 2011 Blogging Calendar
9. Mike Nguyen: E Blog Camp
Help you make exceptional money from blogging. Mike is a great blogger who shares his experience in Internet Marketing, Keyword Research, SEO, PPC, affiliate marketing and other blog tips to help you make extra money online. He has a real passion for learning as much as he can about blogging, but also in engaging and helping others. You will love his straight forward approach to blogging tools and business resources.
Recent Posts Include:
- Now This’s What I Call Game Changer in Internet Marketing and Blogging!
- What To Do When You Keyword Rank Drop? Not For a Day, But a Week!
- And Here’s–The Working Guide To Get #1 Position on Google [Proof Inside]
10. Kiesha Easley: We Blog Better
Blogging Tips & Tricks for Much Better Blogging. Keisha and her team have put together an amazing series of blogs, suitable for small business owners looking to blog, professional and semi-professional bloggers, writers, marketers and social media managers.
Recent Posts Include:
- Bloggers Must Never Go On Holiday – Unless…
- Merry Christmas & what’s coming next on WeBlogbetter!
- Adopt A Family and Ad Space Winner Results
Of course, there are many more bloggers who inspired me and blew me away in 2010… definitely too many to name here. But these bloggers got my attention and engaged me – and that’s what’s blogging is really about. I cannot wait to see what 2011 will look like.
Which blogger inspired you in 2010?
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Twitter: melaniekissell
December 31, 2010 at 7:10 am | Permalink
Thanks for introducing me to some extremely way cool blogs and bloggers, Fiona! It’s almost too risky for me to read a post like this because I’ll go venturing off to explore all these fab blogs and their authors/owners and an hour or two from now … I’ll still be deep in exploration.
Brian Clark’s Copyblogger has been at the top of my hit parade for a long time. Top Notch.
Let’s face it. I’m hooked. I’m a blogging addict.
Melanie Kissell´s last [type] ..How To Reach Desperate Buyers
Twitter: fionamceachran
January 1, 2011 at 3:44 am | Permalink
@Melanie Kissell, Hi Melanie, I hope you don’t get lost in these fabulous blogs for too long
It was very difficult choosing which blogs to include, as I didn’t realise how many I follow. But what I love about these bloggers, as even though the famous bloggers in the world mostly hail from US, it was great to see such international talent.
Of course I love your blog as well. It has been an awesome inspiration for me in 2010, and I’m sure it will grow and become even better in 2011.
Thanks for this awesome list! I am a blogging fool and I LOVE reading interesting, info-loaded blogs. I am not familiar with all of these so you are giving me a great gift. I’m heading over to check ‘em out now
Martha Giffen´s last [type] ..Finding The Real Gold In Your Online Business
Twitter: fionamceachran
January 1, 2011 at 6:14 am | Permalink
@Martha Giffen, My pleasure Martha. I’m happy to introduce you to some new bloggers.
You have a great blog too Martha. I like your latest, about starting the new year with a bang
I think it really is time, for all bloggers, to make a serious committment to their blogs and start setting some goals. If they do this, 2011 could be a really top year.
Twitter: weblogbetter
December 31, 2010 at 7:25 am | Permalink
Hi Fiona!
HA!! I was hanging around Blog Engage, looking for something interesting to read when I stumble upon this post here and was almost knocked off my chair when I saw my blog in this list among all these other really great blogs! Thanks! It’s always a treat to discover someone has been enjoying my blog.
Happy New Year!!
Kiesha @ We Blog Better´s last [type] ..Bloggers Must Never Go On Holiday – Unless…
Twitter: fionamceachran
January 3, 2011 at 1:39 am | Permalink
@Kiesha @ We Blog Better, Hi Kiesha, I’m happy to hear you found the post through Blog Engage. That really is a great site.
Yes, you have an awesome blog, and it really looks good visually as well. It was great to read about your upcoming video series. Video is going to be a great driver in 2011, and more bloggers need to embrace it.
Wow! Thanks Fiona, great insight into some blogging sites I didn’t know about. Thank you for all your help and inspiration throughout the year! I’ve learned so much from you. Have a great New Year
Lauren McEachran´s last [type] ..You’ve Got That Loving Feeling
Twitter: fionamceachran
January 3, 2011 at 1:45 am | Permalink
@Lauren McEachran, My pleasure Lauren. It has been great to watch your blogging skills grow. If you need help with your blogging strategy for 2011, just let me know
Twitter: seommotips
December 31, 2010 at 2:38 pm | Permalink
Feels really proud to get listed here on this yearly review. Please accept my true appreciation.
I’m trying to learn and share whatever I believe is useful to all friends who aspire to become a blogger. I always feel lucky to find great hearts around me in this blogosphere.
Suresh Khanal´s last [type] ..Achieve Highest Score on SEO Blog Post
Twitter: fionamceachran
January 3, 2011 at 1:50 am | Permalink
@Suresh Khanal, Hi Suresh, Yes, the internet has it’s own community when it comes to blogging, that it almost feels like it’s own country.
I remember a discussion I had with Melanie, when I learned she was living in California, and how surprised I was. Or when a blogger I’m friends with, says it’s snowing outside, when it’s hot and sunny where I live.
It makes me feel like the world is SUCH a small place.
Wonderful blogs all! I’ve just discovered some of them meself earlier this year but didn’t know of others…will be adding them to my feed reader today. Thanks!
Barbara Ling, Virtual Coach´s last [type] ..How To Proactively Respect and Keep The People You Value
Twitter: fionamceachran
January 3, 2011 at 1:52 am | Permalink
@Barbara Ling, Virtual Coach, Hi Barbara, I’m happy hear to like these wonderful blogs. They are all great teachers, and there is so much to learn on their pages. Enjoy!
Twitter: YvonneAJones
December 31, 2010 at 3:46 pm | Permalink
I can always count on you for valuable resources, Fiona, and you’ve done it again! Thanks for sharing these Bloggers and their blogs, and since we can learn from each other I will make a note of these people and sites to check them out one by one in the short blocks of time I’m allocating for doing so daily.
Have a wonderful day.
Yvonne A Jones´s last [type] ..Jumpstart Your Motivation For Project Success
Twitter: fionamceachran
January 7, 2011 at 11:13 pm | Permalink
@Yvonne A Jones, Thank you Yvonne
I’m sure you will love these blogs too. I have been very impressed with the content on your blog as well. It has really grown to become a great resource of info.
I especially like – 5 Ways Entrepreneurs Can Build Trust With Their Customers.
Thanks for the New Year Gift.
I am obliged to be entitled as one of the bloggers which have added real value to the blogosphere.
Thanks once again and a Very Happy New Year.
Karan Labra´s last [type] ..How to write a great article with 5 simple tips
Twitter: fionamceachran
January 7, 2011 at 11:18 pm | Permalink
@Karan Labra, Hi Karan, Your welcome. Your passion for blogging really shines through. I look forward to seeing the evolution of your blog in 2011.
sad that i missed the list
Praveen@techperk´s last [type] ..Rewind 2010-A Yearly Round up of Posts
Twitter: fionamceachran
January 7, 2011 at 11:21 pm | Permalink
@Praveen@techperk, Hi Praveen, It was a tough list to put together, and I could have easily come up with 100 great bloggers of 2010. Your blog is excellent, and the design is very easy on the eyes.
You really have great passion for technology, so you are going to be very busy in 2011 I imagine, as the tech boom will continue, especially with mobiles.
RT @abnormalmarket: 10 Great Bloggers of 2010 http://www.abnormalmarketing.com/2010/12… STARRING @jaybaer @BasicBlogTips @copyblogger @extremejohn @JohnAguiar
Twitter: JohnAguiar
December 31, 2010 at 11:32 pm | Permalink
Fiona.. Thank You for including me on this great list.. I Appreciate it.
I’m glad I been a resource for you in 2010.. hopefully that will continue in 2011
Also like to say Thank You for all the support you have given me on Twitter..You are the best.
Happy new Year
John Paul Aguiar´s last [type] ..Top 10 Android Apps For Bloggers
Twitter: fionamceachran
January 7, 2011 at 11:33 pm | Permalink
@John Paul Aguiar, Hi John, My pleasure. It’s also great to see that you have taken your great blogging skills, and turned it into a product which can help others.
To be a great blogger takes time and training, and to make money from it, is another artform. And despite what some people say, blogging will only work as a profession with A LOT of investment. That means planning, strategy and hard work.
I look forward to your posts in 2011
RT @abnormalmarket: 10 Great Bloggers of 2010 http://www.abnormalmarketing.com/2010/12… STARRING @jaybaer @BasicBlogTips @copyblogger @extremejohn @JohnAguiar
RT @abnormalmarket: 10 Great Bloggers of 2010 http://www.abnormalmarketing.com/2010/12… STARRING @jaybaer @BasicBlogTips @copyblogger @extremejohn @JohnAguiar
@abnormalmarket oh wow…. I didn’t expect that! Thank you!
RT @abnormalmarket: 10 Great Bloggers of 2010 http://www.abnormalmarketing.com/2010/12… STARRING @jaybaer @BasicBlogTips @copyblogger @extremejohn @JohnAguiar
@abnormalmarket Yay! Oh my goodness! Thank you for the feature! <3
Twitter: Ileane
January 1, 2011 at 12:18 pm | Permalink
Hi Fiona,
Seeing this post is a very pleasant surprise. I appreciate being included on the list, thanks so much. I need to check out Jay and Karan’s blog now because I’m already a regular visitor or guest poster on the other blogs.
Fiona, you should add yourself to the list because you have always inspired me and provided a wealth of insightful information to the blogging community.
Have a safe and prosperous new year!
Ileane´s last [type] ..Help Readers Find Your Guest Posts
Twitter: fionamceachran
January 8, 2011 at 7:16 am | Permalink
@Ileane, Hi Ileane, Thanks for stopping by. It was quite easy to include your blog – you really have some awesome ideas there.
And I’m flattered you would add me to the list. I’m very happy to hear that you find inspiration here. Stay tuned… it’s gunna be a great 2011!
Twitter: lavenderuses
January 1, 2011 at 4:06 pm | Permalink
Hi Fiona
Came over from Twitter after one of my blogging buddies tweeted this post. Know a lot of the bloggers you mention and all well deserved that’s for sure. A couple I don’t so will go check them out.
Thanks for sharing the list. I love meeting new bloggers and interacting with others in the blogosphere. Ileane and Kim have both been a real support and encouragement to me as a fairly newbie blogger. Great to see them on your list.
Patricia Perth Australia
Patricia@lavenderuses´s last [type] ..At Lavenderuses Safety First Means…
Twitter: fionamceachran
January 8, 2011 at 7:45 am | Permalink
@Patricia@lavenderuses, Hi Patricia, Thanks for your comment, and thanks for letting us know how you found us.
I’ve never seen someone so passionate about lavender before – you must really love it
Your blog and store, if combined, have such big potential. I hope you keep up the writing in 2011, especially the ebook. You really seem to have great plans.
Twitter: extremejohn
January 1, 2011 at 5:21 pm | Permalink
Happy New Year and wow what a killer surprise! Thank you so much for including me, I appreciate it and can only hope I deliver the goods in 2k11.
Wait, I know I will.
Thank you again and here’s to a killer year!
Extreme John´s last [type] ..Happy New Year 2011
@Extreme John, You said it John
Twitter: fionamceachran
January 8, 2011 at 7:48 am | Permalink
@Extreme John, Hi John, Surprise!!
I’m sure your blog will be full of all kinds of fun in 2011
HI Fiona,
I’ve recently discovered Jay Baer’s blog actually. Know a lot about the rest. Suresh’s blog is pretty young but he seems to be doing really well. Definitely deserves being on the list there. I think lists like this helps bloggers keep track of the good ones to follow and interact with.
Have a great new year ahead!
Bryan´s last [type] ..VISA’s answer to small businesses – The Visa Business Network
Twitter: fionamceachran
January 8, 2011 at 7:54 am | Permalink
@Bryan, Hi Brian, Thanks for your comment. Yes, Jay’s blog is a very enjoyable and educational read. I’m glad you liked the list and find it helpful
And I’m a big fan of the Visa Business Network. It’s a great move from Visa to lend a hand to businesses.
Twitter: danielsharkov
January 2, 2011 at 3:49 pm | Permalink
Some great bloggers there Fiona! I’m familiar with pretty much all of them and a regular commentator. They are all worth checking out, providing tons of quality content. On the other hand the list reminded me of some blogs I’ve lately forgot to read. Will do it straight away. Nonetheless I just checked out Techfudge – a new one for me. Haven’t gone through reading an article yet, but judging from the titles, seems like a quality blog. Thanks for sharing!
Daniel Sharkov´s last [type] ..3 Ways to Deal with Your Blogging Tasks Easier
Twitter: fionamceachran
January 8, 2011 at 8:05 am | Permalink
@Daniel Sharkov, Hi Daniel, Thanks for backing up my list of bloggers. I’m glad you hear you find their blogs as helpful as I do.
I always make an effort to seek out non-US bloggers with great talent. The US really does lead in terms of probloggers, mainly because they have a proactive support network. But the more I look the more I find great talent all across the world.
I can imagine blogging may not be as mainstream where you live?
You’re writing style as a blogger is excellent, but I do think you should look into getting your own hosted site.
Twitter: SheilaAtwood
January 4, 2011 at 4:50 pm | Permalink
Fiona,
Nice round up. I am also familiar with some of these blogger and I added the rest to my round up so I can explore their sites. “They engage me”….sounds like the perfect criteria for choosing your favorite blogs.
Thanks!
Sheila Atwood´s last [type] ..Masters Of The Web
Twitter: fionamceachran
January 8, 2011 at 8:09 am | Permalink
@Sheila Atwood, Hi Sheila, Thanks for your comment. Yes, I guess that whether the blogger “engages” was a big factor in choosing these blogs, and also choosing other blogs I follow.
I have no interest following someone on a “shout box”.
RT @abnormalmarket: 10 Great Bloggers of 2010 http://www.abnormalmarketing.com/2010/12… STARRING @rdx_karan @seommotips @eblogcamp @askkim @krenee76
RT @abnormalmarket: 10 Great Bloggers of 2010 http://www.abnormalmarketing.com/2010/12… STARRING @rdx_karan @seommotips @eblogcamp @askkim @krenee76
Hi there. Thanks for sharing this. even though it’s already 2011 now, but I guess it’s still relevant enough!
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