Written on June 25th, 2009 at 12:06 am by Darren Rowse
Want to See My Two New Blogging Projects?
Over the last 24 hours I’ve launched two new projects – both are blogging related.
I’m not sure why they’ve both come at once – I wasn’t planning on doing either at all even 36 hours ago – but sometimes ideas hit me in groups. Here they are – I hope one or both interest you:
1. @ProBloggerDeals
ProBlogger Deals is a new Twitter account where I’ll be tweeting out deals for bloggers. I’ve written more about the ‘what’ and ‘why’ of it here – but in short it’s a place where I’ll be sharing promotions, deals, discounts, bonuses, coupon codes (and more) for bloggers.
I don’t think that this will be everyone’s cup of tea – but it’s an attempt to pass on more of the offers that come my way that I don’t pass on here on ProBlogger – simply because there are so many of them.
Two Launch Deals
- The first ‘deal’ that we’ve got is an exclusive to ProBlogger readers – 30% off the Ninja Affiliate Plugin for WordPress – a very useful plugin that many ProBlogger readers use to help with their affiliate marketing.
- The second deal is a $20 Discount on any of the licenses at WP Review Site – another great plugin that turns WordPress into a powerful review site engine.
In the coming days I’ll be releasing other ProBlogger Deals including discounts on blogging themes, training resources and more discounts and trial offers on paid tools and plugins.
I’ve been planning to develop this URL for a while now but have never quite gotten around to it. However of late I’ve had many instances where I’ve wanted to write something a little more personal or reflective and didn’t think it was appropriate to do it here on ProBlogger or on one of my other blogs.
One example of this is my launch post on darrenrowse.com – Who Else Wants to Change a Child’s Life? It’s a post telling the story of a need that I came across through a friend – a class of children who have a total of 4 books between them and a request for people to consider a donation to help buy them some books – I hope you can help me with it.
I’m not sure where this new blog will end up – but I know it’ll be a more personal journey. You can read a little more about my thinking behind starting this new blog here.




52 Responses to “Want to See My Two New Blogging Projects?” - Add Yours
The Bad Blogger
June 25th, 2009 12:35 am
Personal blog, I love reading rambling of bloggers, anyway, I will be looking forward for your post in your new blog.
Twitter Tips
June 25th, 2009 12:35 am
I really like the @ProBloggerDeals idea.. It will helps us a lot by keeping us up to date with the latest blogging deals, and since you’re the guy who’s managing it, I have no doubt that people will benefit from it!
Also I like your new blog :) It’s quite awsome, I’m also thinking to start such a personal blog soon.
BlogSEOExpert - SEO for Blogs
June 25th, 2009 12:39 am
Awesome news, Darren.
Deals, of course, are good. But getting to know you better would be really great!
Writer Dad
June 25th, 2009 12:54 am
Darren Rowse dotcom sounds awesome. I always like the personal a bit better. (or even a lot better)
Browser Game
June 25th, 2009 12:56 am
I was wondering how long would it take for a DarrenRowse.com. :-)
Kudos for that!
andrew
June 25th, 2009 1:05 am
There’s nothing more frustrating than reading personal blogs scattered between informational blogs at some of my favorite sites. I mean, when I have time I’d love to learn more about my favorite bloggers – but when I’m looking for information, that stuff is just noise.
Separating your content to different domains is a move in the right direction. I hope you start a huge trend. You probably will.
Mahogany
June 25th, 2009 1:20 am
It’s great that we finally get to meet the man behind the blog :)
x Corrine/Frock & Roll x
June 25th, 2009 1:20 am
That’s fantastic! Thrilled to hear about your new projects, they sound brilliant! :)
Mikes
June 25th, 2009 1:38 am
Hi Darren,
I am particulary happy for darrenrowse.com. With me knowing that you’re a Christian like me, I really want to know you more this time on a more personal level. I’ll surely be subscribing to that site as well.
I think that’s a good move.
Kayla
June 25th, 2009 1:42 am
Already following @ProBloggerDeals! Both are great new projects, I’ll be keeping up with them both.
The personal blog is exciting, I’m looking forward to getting to know you better though it!
_JD_
June 25th, 2009 1:43 am
Will follow the new Twitter account and stay tuned.
Cheers
JD
P.S.
What about a blog that teaches us how to manage and maintain 42 blogs, 2 kids, staff, fans, personal passions and always look like you just swallowed a spiritual chill pill!
Debo Hobo
June 25th, 2009 2:24 am
WOW!!! You’ve just launch these sites and already you have a strong following. Success begets success! :)
Asswass
June 25th, 2009 2:24 am
Hey Darren did you had to buy the domain for your name from someone else or it wasn’t taken?
Are you going to also write daily on those blog? If so, how do you do it :)
Asswass
June 25th, 2009 2:25 am
Ohhhh I just read on your blog that you had that domain for some years now.
InternetHowBlog
June 25th, 2009 2:45 am
Good luck with your new projects. I am following you on twitter and subscribe to your new blog.
Mike
June 25th, 2009 2:49 am
I am sure I will be able to get some use out of ProBloggerDeals. Can’t wait!
Paramendra Bhagat
June 25th, 2009 3:00 am
All the best. It impressed me that you stay innovative.
Bruce Houghton
June 25th, 2009 3:32 am
The empire grows! Congrats Darren. There are two very smart extensions of your brand.
Ryan Freed
June 25th, 2009 3:37 am
Good luck on your new ventures. I am impressed as well that you are staying innovative.
Ryan Freed
June 25th, 2009 3:37 am
Good luck on your new ventures. I am impressed as well that you are staying innovative.
Stefan | StudySuccessful.com
June 25th, 2009 3:45 am
Good luck Darren, I think you will make these projects into a success also!
Jim Gaudet
June 25th, 2009 5:06 am
Finally a personal domain.. Hmm, I am starting with my personal before coming out with other domains..
But this domain is great, so your personal one will be great from the start!
Josh
June 25th, 2009 9:09 am
Hi Darren,
I think I fall into the camp of liking both.
@ProBloggerDeals sounds like a fantastic idea – I’ve followed.
DarrenRowse.com – It’s great to see a place where you can express your more personal side. I’ve subscribed.
Cheers,
Josh
Money-Era
June 25th, 2009 9:20 am
Great ideas! Congrats! I am signing up right now :-)
needmoney.com
June 25th, 2009 9:49 am
Good idea to diversify.
robert
June 25th, 2009 10:10 am
You have a lot of blogs to manage now, so kiss your free time goodbye buddy.
Cheers!
Denny Sugar
June 25th, 2009 11:29 am
I don’t know where you find the time Darren! But seriously congrats on firing up the personal blog. You’ve inspired me to do the same today. (If the DNS ever propagates!)
Ching Ya
June 25th, 2009 11:54 am
Having a personal blog would be a good idea in this case. Not just about the rambling, but thoughts, charitable act that could involve your readers to lend a helping hand.. And I think it’s truly a good way to give back. Will be following your new blog.
@wchingya
social media/blogging
Technology Slice
June 25th, 2009 11:59 am
The problogger deals twitter account is a good idea.
Not John Chow
June 25th, 2009 2:57 pm
People love to read about famous people! I am sure that this blog will be another of your successes.
Ryan
June 25th, 2009 3:12 pm
Always wondered when you would officially launch a personal blog – glad to see you’re doing it such a positive light.
You have such an awesome platform to do all sorts of good in the world – congrats!
Lee Ka Hoong
June 25th, 2009 4:43 pm
I do enjoy reading established blogger’s personal blog, you’ll be in my reading list Darren! Anyway, probloggerdeals in twitter is a good idea, I’ve followed you! Keep us updated the best deals!
Regards,
Lee
Traffic Blogger
June 25th, 2009 5:05 pm
Cool new projects. I’ll be following @ProBloggerDeals and reading darrenrowse.com :).
Charles
June 25th, 2009 5:38 pm
I think blogs that combine information with personal stuff can work well too, like John Chow and Shoemoney. But I agree it’s a wise move to shift your personal content since you have been a pure information based blogger all along.
Internet marketing
June 25th, 2009 7:31 pm
Hi Darren,
Thank you for connecting us with probloggerdeals @ twitter. I will indeed follow you @twitter. And most especially I was touched by http://www.darrenrowse.com/who-else-wants-to-change-a-childs-life; even in the midst of all your internet success I am glad that you haven’t forgotten the most important things in life.
More success to you!!!!
Michael
June 25th, 2009 10:30 pm
Two new projects in 24 hours?
My, you are getting quite ambitious there Darren!
ITrush
June 25th, 2009 11:05 pm
Wow, that’s really cool Darren.. More power to you and to your new blog.
Celes | CelestineChua.com
June 26th, 2009 12:28 am
Hey Darren, thanks for sharing your personal blog. It will be a great way to connect with the man behind problogger. I recently registered my domain of my own name, http://celestinechua.com, and decided to make it the domain for my personal development business anyway. It’s easier to brand my identity directly due to the kind of work I do (1-1 coaching) and so far it’s working pretty great.
iPhone 3GS
June 26th, 2009 1:18 am
Good luck Darren.
Hope will success
Chris Jacobson
June 26th, 2009 1:55 am
Good stuff, Darren. I like the @ProBloggerDeals the most… anything to help out bloggers pay less is fine by me. :)
fas
June 26th, 2009 3:46 am
Pretty fast you set it up Darren. The new site is sweet.
Fazreen
June 26th, 2009 4:39 am
I thought you don’t have a personal blog but I’m wrong.
David Stillwagon
June 26th, 2009 6:10 am
Great idea! I’ll definitely check them out.
JustLoveMe
June 26th, 2009 12:59 pm
That’s great Darren I just launched a new site too, Im gona give away free press releases with every order so people can start gaing powerfull back links and Im going to Install and buil high quality blogs for them, you and I know that having a well built blog thats well optimized is a important step to making money online. I read your site all the time and I have learned that the more you give the more you’ll get and thats what Im out to do. Thanks Darren, Heres some more freebiews to kick start my new site http://eautoblog.com/?cat=1
carla | green and chic
June 26th, 2009 5:38 pm
I love reading personal blogs! It really is nice change of pace when I’m constantly reading business and business related blogs. Glad I found a new one to subscribe to.
free govermment grant money
June 26th, 2009 6:22 pm
Hi Darren,
I think, i will be following you on twitter and surely checkout the new website.
thanks,
sandeep
leon
June 27th, 2009 1:37 am
hope to see more blog post from your personal site =)
Tech Dockets
June 27th, 2009 4:48 am
It’s thrilled that we finally get to meet the man behind the blog. It is awesome platform.
Ebizel Diary
June 28th, 2009 2:58 pm
Great project … cant wait for the deals :)
johny2shoes
June 29th, 2009 4:42 am
i look forward to reading your personal blog, i have been reading this one for a few days now, there is a wealth of advise and knolledge on here, and i have no doubt your personal blog will be just as good. ;o)
Dean Saliba
June 29th, 2009 1:54 pm
A personal blog is a good idea. I’ve found my personal blog to be very popular.
Ed Hardy bags
July 22nd, 2009 10:16 pm
Great project … cant wait for the deals :)
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