Comments on: Banging My Gong – The Voice

By: Shelley D

Shelley D — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 19:37:53 +0000

I'm learning how to use Google alerts, and your site surfaced. Titles are what engages the reader which is why I immediately became involved in your posts. I'm an English teacher by profession, but have much to learn in the field of Internet Blogging. You are refreshing in your matter-of-fact approach and candid nature. It' obviously the reason your readers find it so easy to connect and engage in conversation with you. .-= Shelley D´s last blog ..How to Prepare an Interview =-.

By: ShellMedia

ShellMedia — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 17:36:13 +0000

This is definitely one of my new favorite sites.. Keep up the good work Bob

By: When You Are Your Blog’s Brand

When You Are Your Blog’s Brand — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 10:57:51 +0000

[...] This isn’t a problem for most bloggers. Like most other people, bloggers tend to be a bit narcissistic. I include myself in that group, and will admit that I’m one of the most self-obsessed. I’ve said it before, openly and honestly: I blog, in part, because I want to know and to be known. [...]

By: sue Jeffels

sue Jeffels — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 00:52:25 +0000

Hi Bob,

I really like your conversational tone and am glad that I found your writing,

thanks,

sue

By: Max Miroff

Max Miroff — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 02:39:57 +0000

Bob – nah, I’m just taking a break on it. After all, I’m on vacation! And it seemed to be getting a bit stale. I’ll write a new one in a few days.

By: Bob

Bob — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 20:38:29 +0000

@ Melissa – It’s not easy, is it? Moving in and out between a business and a creative voice…

I do so much dry web content writing to pay the bills that sometimes I have to blog just to remind myself I’m a human being and not an encyclopedia.

Your creative voice is coming along swimmingly, by the way. Your blog is plenty readable. I just came from there, actually.

By: Melissa Donovan

Melissa Donovan — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 18:43:50 +0000

I believe that voice and voice alone is what sets many writers apart and helps them stand out. One of the marks of a good writer is having a recognizable voice — i.e. you know it’s that writer without reading the byline. I struggle with this because I spent so many years doing mostly business writing so I’m trying to get my creative writing voice back now, or maybe I’m trying to find it. Good topic for discussion.

By: Bob

Bob — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 11:01:18 +0000

@ Lindsey – By all means. Bob is my name! I think that folks are coming around; I’m often more self-conscious about calling myself an “Internet Writer” than anything. I always assume people are thinking, “Couldn’t get a real job, eh?” Usually they’re thinking “that sounds cool.”

@ Yvonne – Thank you. I’m glad you’ve stopped in. Don’t be a stranger; I intend to (and recommend that everyone else) spend more time on your blog, as well.

@ Max – Is your “How to Blog on Vacation” series done, by the way? I see you’re tackling Squidoo today…

@ Thesis Writing – Thank you. I’m glad you’ve stopped in!

By: Thesis Writing

Thesis Writing — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 10:17:35 +0000

You provided a great info here, i appreciate you kind knowledge

By: Max Miroff

Max Miroff — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 05:27:42 +0000

Cheers to you not being a lifeless robot!

By: Yvonne Russell (Grow Your Writing Business)

Yvonne Russell (Grow Your Writing Business) — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 04:52:47 +0000

Hi Bob
Thanks for dropping by my blog as it means I’ve discovered yours.

I’ve enjoyed going back through your posts and exploring… lots of really valuable and insightful information here.

I agree with your insights about voice. A writer’s voice is part of his or her authenticity and connection with readers.

By: Lindsey Russell

Lindsey Russell — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 23:59:17 +0000

Bob (if I may call you that) -

I couldn’t agree with you more. I, for one, am very glad that you’re here. I just wish more people valued internet writing.

Lindsey