tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post7625656107959414477..comments2023-11-23T02:23:35.290-08:00Comments on Emily Branch Designs | Branch Out.: Top Ten: Things I Learned from Being on a Design TeamUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger54125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-58739644548770086012014-09-13T15:34:37.353-07:002014-09-13T15:34:37.353-07:00Awesome post! Very insightful and I couldn't b...Awesome post! Very insightful and I couldn't be happier that my google search lead me to this post first. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.Kishahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05461458469503705334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-74308207282592674522014-09-11T09:47:49.108-07:002014-09-11T09:47:49.108-07:00Hi Emily, I've never been on a DT and was thin...Hi Emily, I've never been on a DT and was thinking about applying to go on one, so I googled about it and your blog came up first. I really enjoyed the read and all the helpful info and your input on it all. Can't wait to read more posts as I search thru your blog. Thanks so much for sharing all your thoughts on this, very helpful. XxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11434312970490181347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-8335754557361639582013-03-04T20:49:14.493-08:002013-03-04T20:49:14.493-08:00Stacy, thank you so much for taking the time to re...Stacy, thank you so much for taking the time to read and respond. It's great to connect with people who've found this post helpful. <br /><br />I am so happy that you're diving into blogging! it's so much fun, and can be stressful at times. Be sure to turn in on wednesday for my newest series titled, bettering you blog and brand! I am going to share with you all that I have learned from blogging and branding so that bloggers at any level are prepared for a fun, successful experience!<br /><br />Thank you also for mentioning Jackie's last name too! I have had several people comment on a Jackie, and I had no reference to who it was! <br /><br />Best of luck to you too! If you have any questions, let me know and I will try my hardest to answer them! :-)<br /><br />Queeniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08490295117900567597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-2247419601688807652013-03-04T20:44:41.843-08:002013-03-04T20:44:41.843-08:00Ronda, girl--I hear you! That's why I wrote th...Ronda, girl--I hear you! That's why I wrote this post! Women just like you and me have shared such touching stories about their experiences with design teams. <br /><br />DT's are not as easy as they look, and designers should be compensated respectfully in the use of their time and talents to promote a company. <br /><br />I am sorry that you have had difficult experiences in the past with design teams, bu I hope that you read through the comments and know that other women, such as I and these ladies can share in the struggles and joy of being on a team. <br /><br />I am so honored that you are following my blog, and look forward to sharing more content with you!Queeniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08490295117900567597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-222716898627512622013-03-04T14:45:51.274-08:002013-03-04T14:45:51.274-08:00Hi Emily, was directed here from an Operation Writ...Hi Emily, was directed here from an Operation Write Home post on Facebook. So glad I clicked through. Great article. I've been blogging (for fun) for a bit over a year now and committed this year to making it more of a regular thing. I also started entering challenges (just the one's that I am inspired by) and read a great article from fellow commenter Jackie Rockwell (thank you, Jackie) about what to expect from that process. This whole blogging thing is so new so I love to read about other peoples experiences and especially your comments about what to consider before taking the plunge into DT calls. So glad I found you and your blog. Looking forward to reading more from you in the future. Best of luck...and thanks!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-3670628449155919582013-03-04T14:30:26.688-08:002013-03-04T14:30:26.688-08:00Super, duper post that is near and dear. I can...Super, duper post that is near and dear. I can't wait to begin following you so I can learn more. I read your post with much delight as a past professional in-house designer and amateur blogger/paper crafter whose been disenchanted with the whole design team idea and loved seeing I'm not so alone. I tested the waters by joining a couple different types and quickly learned I wasn't so jazzed with the idea of spending oodles of time fashioning a blog, blogging, teaching, corresponding, critiquing, judging and making projects for a company who gives you a little discount and very little product. I even "tried out" for a team who held a public contest and fared very well but in the end the owner decided a second project and vote was in order and I saw the writing on the wall and said to myself this wasn't for me. It really is amazing how much our lovely fellow crafters give away to promote for someone else. Thanks for discussing it in a public forum and I hope you will expand on the subject. Ronda Archangelohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09934251111610231236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-81419316271468828972013-03-01T09:02:06.525-08:002013-03-01T09:02:06.525-08:00Thanks Linda for your sweet comment! Oooh, I love ...Thanks Linda for your sweet comment! Oooh, I love trade shows---they're so much fun! You get to see gorgeous products, and the best part of all, hang out with your friends, online and real---which is on of the great benefits of paper-crafting!<br /><br />Assignments and time crunches can be stressful, but you'e right--they can be fun too!<br /><br />Queeniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08490295117900567597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-24737278656650282442013-03-01T08:58:48.753-08:002013-03-01T08:58:48.753-08:00Darnell, you are totally adorable!! "Naughty,...Darnell, you are totally adorable!! "Naughty, and you combine personal stuff with card stuff" had me giggling. It's totally cool to share some fun and personal tidbits on your blog, that's what makes people authentic and real and someone people would read and connect with. No one wants to follow a robot!<br /><br />I am so happy that you are learning so much from Amber, Jackie and myself. When you learn great stuff--you just want to give it away so that others can be successful and have fun with blogging too!<br /><br />Card-making is awesome!! I think its a great craft that people of all ages can get in to! You're right though, there seems to be a lot more young people getting into it, and that's exciting!! Oooh....you've just given me an idea for another Top Ten post! YAY!! Thank youQueeniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08490295117900567597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-54544122703043044692013-03-01T08:54:55.720-08:002013-03-01T08:54:55.720-08:00Dawn, thank you so much for your awesome perspecti...Dawn, thank you so much for your awesome perspective, and for taking the time to read this! I totally know what you mean about bad experiences affecting your decision. I hope that you continue crafting and blogging because it brings you joy, and you know that you have beauty to share with everyone!Queeniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08490295117900567597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-55284997115334019502013-02-22T11:00:59.367-08:002013-02-22T11:00:59.367-08:00It was fun to read your post. I have been on many ...It was fun to read your post. I have been on many DT's and have loved most of those great experiences. My greatest memories are going to the various trade shows and participating in them. These have been the perfect times to meet my online friends, other members of the teams and to get to work with the companies. I love assignments and time crunches! Linda Beesonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07695056905984846001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-54692803504212805682013-02-22T10:51:16.350-08:002013-02-22T10:51:16.350-08:00Very well done, Emily! Thank you for so generousl...Very well done, Emily! Thank you for so generously sharing your time and your expertise. It's the "be authentic" advice that I applaud the most. I'm a card blogger who does it just for fun and friendship and I'm naughty and combine personal stuff with card stuff. But I'm okay with that because that's my authentic self; I am old enough not to care about a brand or being on Design Teams or "winning." I am also delighted to see so many wonderfully talented young women participating in this rather old-fashioned art of card making. Having you and Amber and Jackie, and others, share and mentor upcoming professional card bloggers is a wonderful, wonderful service to them! Keep up the good work!!Darnellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10723876053535575880noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-44707500976318374162013-02-22T08:29:36.835-08:002013-02-22T08:29:36.835-08:00Thank you for sharing it all- good, bad and indiff...Thank you for sharing it all- good, bad and indifferent!<br />I so agree with what you have written, but I also think it is important that we all "find" our way. By this I mean trying different teams,challenges, following blogs and companies and learning from each experience hopefully.<br />In the three years I have been blogging I have tried many experiences- oh yes I have! I certainly know what I don't want now, and which people I don't want to associate with.<br />I have met so many wonderful people like yourself willing to advise, guide, and share the limelight.<br />I am at the point now trying to decide if I should stay or I should go,maybe a bad experience has jaded how I feel but I still need to know if this is what I should be doing.<br />Thanks for the insight sweetie<br />Dawnllhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18078265951449294565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-76304754091829868092013-02-21T18:06:19.421-08:002013-02-21T18:06:19.421-08:00Teresa, you're such a sweetheart! You're t...Teresa, you're such a sweetheart! You're the bestest to work with! Thank you for all your support!Queeniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08490295117900567597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-9891265028351230802013-02-21T18:05:17.526-08:002013-02-21T18:05:17.526-08:00Hello Serine, thank you so much for stopping by an...Hello Serine, thank you so much for stopping by and reading. It sounds like you're on the right track with your blog. I'm excited to check out your blog, and I appreciate you visiting mine. I have lots of great tips to share with my readers this year, so make sure to follow me so that you don't miss anything.Queeniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08490295117900567597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-56221518741869901202013-02-20T22:48:14.590-08:002013-02-20T22:48:14.590-08:00Hi Emily, This post was amazing and you are so ve...Hi Emily, This post was amazing and you are so very right about alot of things in the industry! I am so happy to see you published everywhere and love your brand and what you do in the industry!! Thanks so much for sharing and so glad that I had the pleasure of working with you :) TeresaTeresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01498023894927232842noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-48653578121904603312013-02-20T08:49:18.759-08:002013-02-20T08:49:18.759-08:00This was wonderful Emily!!! Thanks!This was wonderful Emily!!! Thanks!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-67216415344635696862013-02-20T02:18:13.986-08:002013-02-20T02:18:13.986-08:00Hi Emily! I really enjoyed reading your post! I...Hi Emily! I really enjoyed reading your post! I'm all new to blogging (started this month) and I really appreciate these kinds of insights from an experienced blogger. I live in Sweden, so I don't have much knowledge about the industry in the US. What I do know is that the industry is MUCH smaller here in Sweden and I can imagine that the industry here works in a similar way like in the US. You gave me a lot to think about when it comes to asking myself what I really want to achieve with my blog. Do I want to explore my own style freely and without any obligations to an external party (a company or brand), or do I want to be part of a Design team to get more exposure and experience from the industry quicker? I'm leaning towards the more independent path. Since this is just my hobby for now, it feels much better to embrace my own style and take my time to figure out what to do with my brand, rather than spend a lot of time (that I don't have!) on working free for a company. So, I would like to THANK YOU for you honesty! I found your blog through Damask love. Amber's blog is actually my biggest source of inspiration for blogging! But I will be checking out your blog too from now on! :-) I don't have much on my own blog yet, and I write in Swedish, but you are most welcome to check it out! :-) www.serinedesigns.comSerinehttp://serinedesigns.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-4031698077447251762013-02-19T19:11:46.396-08:002013-02-19T19:11:46.396-08:00I appreciate all the insight you shared today. Gi...I appreciate all the insight you shared today. Gives me lots to think about.Gretahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16725341449030070385noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-45040465487692440372013-02-19T10:54:35.596-08:002013-02-19T10:54:35.596-08:00AWESOME post Emily! I found you through Amber, bu...AWESOME post Emily! I found you through Amber, but have been a long-time admirer of your published work. I will definitely be following along with you because I am trying to brand myself and most people aren't so likely to "give away" advice. I am so grateful and appreciative of what you offer! You have a new fan in your new format!MarcyK924https://www.blogger.com/profile/09399918481844343233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-499612341459970562013-02-19T10:16:52.564-08:002013-02-19T10:16:52.564-08:00Hey there Rochelle, I'm so glad that you stopp...Hey there Rochelle, I'm so glad that you stopped by. Amber's re-branding was AMAZING wasn't it? She inspired me as well! Thank you so much for taking the time to read my post, and commenting.<br /><br />I can totally relate to you. When design team projects took over things I wanted to do for my blog and for me, I knew something needed to change. Branding yourself makes your craft so much more, than simply creating a project for a DT. <br /><br />Its so good to see other crafters branding themselves! Do you follow Alt Design Summit---AMAZING resource for all things branding in the blog and crafting world!<br /> Queeniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08490295117900567597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-5080811643575266692013-02-19T09:31:22.155-08:002013-02-19T09:31:22.155-08:00Bumblebee, my heart goes out to you, I can so rel...Bumblebee, my heart goes out to you, I can so relate! There were times when I wanted to make a DT or win a challenge as well, and I always wondered why I never was picked. I did what you did, and tried changing my style to fit them, and it still didn't work.<br /><br />The best thing I learned is to be AUTHENTIC. BE YOU. Whoever you are as a designer and blogger, be that person. Readers want humans they can follow and learn from. People who create in the wee hours of the night after the kids are in bed, or blog while in the car at soccer practice.<br /><br />I'm glad that you found a DT you enjoy. It should be an enjoyable experience. :-) Thank you for stopping by and reading this post! :-)<br /><br />I hope that you'll stop by to read the next top ten series post, it discusses some valuable info on you blog, and stay tuned for my new series debuting soon--"Bettering You Blog and Brand." <br />Queeniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08490295117900567597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-37816522054534756972013-02-19T09:25:04.375-08:002013-02-19T09:25:04.375-08:00Brenda, soooo happy that you stopped by, and I lov...Brenda, soooo happy that you stopped by, and I love Amber, don't you? She's such a sweetheart!<br /><br />I think your view of design teams is very positive: "not joining unless a DT unless they happen to be an awesome fit and will help me get where I want to go." You're exactly right. Unless a DT can offer your brand exposure that you wouldn't get otherwise, what's the point. Sure you get free product, but the cost of your time in designing with that product is way more valuable, since you could be using it to brand yourself.<br /><br />Make sure to stop by and read the next top ten series post, it discusses some valuable info on your blog, and stay tuned for my new series debuting soon--"Bettering You Blog and Brand." Queeniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08490295117900567597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-61357197273218129432013-02-19T09:21:25.583-08:002013-02-19T09:21:25.583-08:00Dania, You're welcome. If you're unsure of...Dania, You're welcome. If you're unsure of where to begin, then you'll want make sure to read the next top ten series post, it discusses some valuable info on you blog, and stay tuned for my new series debuting soon--"Bettering You Blog and Brand." <br />I'm so happy that you stopped by to read! :-)Queeniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08490295117900567597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-28926530188707208742013-02-19T09:19:57.176-08:002013-02-19T09:19:57.176-08:00Jackie, OOoooh I am clicking over to your blog ri...Jackie, OOoooh I am clicking over to your blog right now! YAY! You go girl! :-)Queeniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08490295117900567597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5629825078574162647.post-7588453622964396492013-02-19T09:19:20.757-08:002013-02-19T09:19:20.757-08:00Awe Julie, thank you so much! I am thrilled that y...Awe Julie, thank you so much! I am thrilled that you enjoyed it! Make sure to read the next top ten series, and stay tuned for my new series debuting soon--"Bettering You Blog and Brand"Queeniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08490295117900567597noreply@blogger.com