Five years ago I hit PUBLISH and my life changed. Today I am celebrating my five year blog anniversary… blogiversary and I am feeling emotional and yet overjoyed at the same time. I started What Would V Wear on a whim and big dreams. I set goals for myself, spent countless sleepless nights working on my content while working full-time…, and here I am now. Self-employed and proud that What Would V Wear became my full-time career. It’s been a wild ride but one I wouldn’t want to change for the world!
Don’t compare/measure each other’s success
Here’s the thing, it’s easy to compare ourselves to others. Many of us measure our success in reference to other people. And I used to be one of them until I learned that it’s complete rubbish. It’s far more important to work on yourself, become a better YOU without comparing yourself to others. Work on your skills, learn to challenge yourself rather than copying someone else. Success will come especially when you do not quit.
Don’t focus on only one platform
Just as the saying goes: “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket”. For a long time I was so focused on Instagram only but I quickly learned how foolish I was. With Instagram’s constant algorithm changes, etc. it’s been hard for many us. It got to the point where this sole app would actually stress me out. And the worst part was/is that we don’t have any control over the app. Unlike with our blogs. WE OWN our website, domain, etc. What Would V Wear is mine. Knowing that gives me peace of mind.
Support each other
I truly believe that it is important to support each other no matter what business you are in. Why is it that women have a tendency to be jealous and competitive towards each other, instead of supportive? I’m all about positivity because I firmly believe that what you put out in the universe will come back to you. Do good and good will come to you. It’s that simple. So, support one another. Trust me, it’s way more productive than being negative.
Learn to say No
Not collaborations are always a great match. It’s important to say “No” if you don’t think it’s a great fit. I can’t tell you how many brand partnerships I had to turn down over the years simply because it wouldn’t align with my brand (even though the pay was great).
Take breaks when needed
In the first 3 years I have literally never taken a break. But as my business grew, as well as my family, I wasn’t able to keep doing what I was doing. I needed break, i.e. a detox from social media every now and then. Sometimes social media can become very draining (I don’t have a VA hence I do all he work myself) which is why I think taking a break from social media is only beneficial. We all need to re-charge and I think it’s good for our mental well-being too.
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Dress (sold out, similar HERE)
…and on a different note: Thank you so much for reading and sticking with me! Your support and love for all these years truly mean the world to me! I can’t wait to see what the next 5 years and beyond have in store for all of us!
All your lessons are absolutely right! I learned those along the way!
Oeps sorry….Happy Blog Anniversary!
Congratulations, happy blog anniversary!
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I couldn’t agree more with all your advice! I backed off from Instagram and my quality of life has gone way up. Lol! In love with this dress and happy 5th blog anniversary. Here’s to many more years of style inspiration!
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Happy 5th year of blogging!!! Love your outfit , so gorgeous on you..
Happy blog anniversary Mahal!! Congrats!! Your hard work pays off!
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Oh congrats to 5 years blogging!!! So funny as I’m also celebrating my 3 year anniversary this week 🙂
And yes to all your points – especially support and positivity made me nod and think “yes yes yes”! 🙂 So all the ebst for your future and the future of your blog ofc – your hard work paid off so well and I hope it continues like this ♥
xxx
Tina
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Love this!! Happy Anniversary to your blog!!
Jennifer
Effortlessly Sophisticated
Happy anniversary to your blog !
All theses advices are amazing and so true !
I feel everything you just say and theses pictures are so dreamy !
Xx
Margot
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Congratulations on your milestone! Here’s wishing you 55 more years of doing what you love!
Happy 5-year bog anniversary Vanessa! Enjoy!
Mich x
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Congrats on 5 Years!
Love this post!! Happy anniversary!! 🙂
Happy anniversary V!! These photos are so pretty, that white dress is beautiful! Xx
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such gorgeous pics 🙂 Love it!
– Marina W
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Yay! Happy 5-year blog anniversary!! Cheers to more years of blogging!
Flea
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Love this 💯💯♥️
Happy Blogiversary! I agree with all of these adn definitely do them. It’s necessary for breaks. <3
Have a great week, babe! x
Congratulations! 5 years is a wonderful accomplishment! I think all the lessons you learned are very valuable. It can be easy to never take breaks to the point where one becomes worn down for instance and that doesn’t help anyone.
Kathrin | Polar Bear Style
Babe, this is the best advice ever and I loved what you said about Instagram, you are so right, or blogs are our own and that is so important 🙂 xx
Congratulations!! This is the best advice, and I need to take to heart about what you said about our blogs being our own. So much truth 💛
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You look stunning. Like your all post. Keep posting baby!
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Congrats on 5 years of blogging, Vanessa! I couldn’t agree more with your advice!! 🙂
xo, Steph
UrbanBlonde.com
Happy blogiversary, Vanessa! Congrats on 5 years. I totally agree about the need to take social media breaks and all your other points too! I’m a big believer of women supporting women!
On another note, you look beyond gorgeous !
Julia x
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What a lovely read! Happy anniversary to your blog dear! Cheers for more blogging years!
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
Happy blogiversary. You look stunning. Thank you.
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