Blogging 101 Class
Hello Friends and Happy Hump Day Wednesday.
Remember when I told you about the opportunity that was presented to me by The Money School of Delaware to teach a Blogging 101 class? Well, it happened…I did it, I taught a class last Wednesday at the Bear Public Library.
In 1983, I received my BS Degree in Elementary Education from Delaware State (College), but only taught 1 year of 3rd grade before leaving to work in Corporate America. This was the first time since then of being back in a classroom…teaching…doing something that I’ve always loved to do.
I was on pins and needles for months in anticipation, reading everything I could online and from fellow bloggers as well as from the “Blogging for Dummies” book. I was super excited to share what I had learned and prayed that all would go well.
The class was full with 20 people registered, however, there were several no-shows but the walk-ins took their place making it a total of 18 participants. “Not a bad turn out for a new class” stated the Library’s scheduler, which made me feel good.
I was a little nervous only because of the traffic delays that I had encountered trying to get there before the start time and upon arrival there were already 3 people seated. After setting up the laptop with my PowerPoint presentation, I downloaded some Smooth Jazz from Pandora and waited until the start time of 6:30 pm. to begin.
Do you know that saying, “I hit it out of the park”? Well I did…it was an awesome evening, a lively and engaging group of woman ranging in ages from 15 to 60, mothers with daughters and small business owners all eager to learn the basics of blogging. They asked great questions, participated by sharing stories and overall made this a memorable experience for which I’ll forever be grateful.
It was my grandmother’s wish that I would someday return to teaching, so I know she was looking down on me with a smile. Next month I’ll be presenting “Blogging for Small Businesses”, so it’s off to read and learn more, create a new presentation, download more Smooth Jazz and prepare to meet some new students.
Have you ever had an opportunity to go back and do something that you truly loved to do?
C O N G R A T S. You’re doing something you Love. Kudos!!
Yes, thank you – it’s a wonderful thing!
Yay! Happy for you.
Thank you, I am looking forward to the next class.
Congrats on a successful turnout, and working through your nerves to give an awesome presentation!
Yes, thank you, I was truly surprised and the ladies were wonderful, I think I even changed a few minds about blogging.
Awesome!!! Nice class size.
I wish I lived closer so I could have attended your class! Sounds like you did a fabulous job! Looking forward to reading your blog! Thanks for hopping over from Bloggy Moms. I love connecting with all these talented bloggers!
What a really nice thing to say, I too wish you were closer – we would have had fun. I too am looking forward to reading your blog, found so many nice ones at Bloggy Moms.
Congrats!!!!
Thank you!!!!
That was a really good sized class. So glad it was a success for you!
Yes it was especially for a new class being taught by a guest instructor
Thank you!
Antionette, love what you are doing with your blog and what a neat way to get back to your passion for teaching. Teaching other mums and small business owners to blog. Thanks for sharing!
Wow! What a neat experience. I love to see people sharing their passion and showing others what they have learned along the way. Way to go!
Thank you and thanks to BYP University I am learning more and more each day and love sharing it with others.
I would have loved to attend your classes. I’m sure you were awesome! 🙂
Thanks, it would be so cool to have some of my followers in the class!
That’s so awesome! What a great idea. 🙂 I should totally check out the blogging for dummies book myself! Very cool.
Thanks for stopping by Seriously Kate!
Yes, the Blogging For Dummies and Blogging for WordPress are excellent resources. Thanks for stopping over and commenting, enjoy the rest of your weekend!
That is so awesome! I’m glad you had a great turn out. This is definitely something I want to do before the year is out—teach!
Yes, I grew up wanting to teach so it’s been in my blood for over 40 years – lol Thanks for stopping by and commenting #BLMGirl
Fun blog! 🙂 Great job stepping out there and teaching this class. Glad that it was successful and makes you want to do more!!
Thank you, yes, next month I will be teaching Blogging for Small Businesses, need to really read up on that one! Thanks for stopping by and commenting – enjoy the rest of your evening.
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Great job! You are doing two things that your love at the same time. Way to go blogging your passion!
Yes, I’ve always had the mindset of being a teacher even as a child and it was fun. Next week I will be teaching Blogging for Small Businesses which is a bit more challenging, so I’ll be studying hard!
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