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Interview with your Blog

There are so many different aspects of blogging that all companies are looking for. A blog demonstrates your: writing skills, planning and scheduling abilities, social media skills, networking abilities, the ability to generate revenue through content, and the ability to run a small business.

This post is about how to use your blog (or really any small business) in Interviews & on your resume. A lot of people do something on the side or have some kind of small business. There’s bloggers, influencers, YouTuber’s, Resume Writers, start up business owners, etc. But should you put it on your resume? & should you bring it up in a interview?

When you should add your blog to your resume

Under Experience

  • You filed taxes as a business or individual/sole proprietor. You are a legitimate business when you file taxes.
  • This is your job. If your blog is your main source or a significant source of your income then it’s an actual job that needs to be put on your resume. But if it is just a hobby then add it under a hobby section on your blog.
  • You’re established. Make sure that your blog is established: you have been blogging for at least a year, have a good amount of followers, you have a consistent post schedule, & you have a logo or some type of branding.
  • Your overall presentation, content, posts, formatting and theme is high quality.

Under Hobbies, Interests, or Projects

Just because you don’t claim your blog on your taxes or you aren’t an official business, doesn’t mean you shouldn’t add your blog to your resume. If you have an established blog with engaging content and consistent posts then add it under Hobbies or Projects instead of Experience.

When you should share your blog in a interview

If your blog is relevant to your field then you should definitely share your hard work. For example, I work in Marketing. In my current position some of my responsibilities include the organization’s WordPress website and running all aspect’s of the organization’s social media. My blog helped me land the job because they were impressed by my website design, content and my social media numbers.

  • Your posts are consistent & engaging. When organizations hire you to manage their social media and run their marketing platforms, they are looking for someone who can create, plan, and manage content.
  • Your blog is appropriate to the field you are applying for. If you have a style blog & are applying to be a Personal Stylist or Shopper then of course you should share your blog. But if you have a style blog and applying to be a teacher, it’s not really relevant.

How to Add Your Blog to your Resume/LinkedIn

  • DO NOT put CEO for your title put “Owner” for a Small Business or for a blog: “Blogger,” “Editor,” or “Content Creator”. CEO is the most common exaggeration & your resume WILL BE THROWN OUT if you put that your CEO for anything, trust me.
  • The content of your blog will determine the skills and descriptions to add to your resume. List accomplishments, milestones, and partnerships/collaborations that your blog has achieved.
  • Provide your link and channels.
  • Include page views, followers, affiliate link clicks and numbers that contribute to your blog’s success.

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