What to post, what to post.
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I’m having a dilemma at the moment. I’m not really sure what I should be posting here. I understand that this is my site and I can post whatever I darn well please, but I also realize that people come to a site because it’s something they enjoy reading, as well. So I’m trying to figure out which way to go with the site.
When I first imagined this blog, I envisioned posting each and every one of my pack breaks. I thought it was a genius idea (little did I know there were already so many card blogs out there!). Then I thought I’d differentiate myself by posting a picture of each card from each pack, but that is turning out to be a lot of work! Especially with Jumbo packs or packs with 20+ cards in them. And quite honestly, I don’t know how exciting it is to see everything I pull. No offense to the Pack a Day guys, because what they’re doing is great, but I’m just not sure everyone is interested in every pack I break. So the debate goes on.
I of course would like to blog other topics than just my wax busts. I have a bunch of ideas and some cool topics on my mind, but I’m still working my way through my recent pack breaks before I delve into other subjects. This site is called “Busting Wax” afterall, and hopefully you’ve come here to see some wax busted.
As it stands now, I think I’m just going to post pack breaks that result in something “cool.” Something that makes me say “suh-weet” when I come across it. You know the feeling. I’m thinking that any time I hit a numbered/relic/autograph card, the pack break will get posted. I don’t want to bore you with my 34th Mantle HR insert from Topps.
I would also like to hear from the few readers I have what they would like to see. It will definitely factor into the decision. Or at least let me know that they like the idea of posting the “good packs”. I’m trying to do the majority of my wax purchases at hobby stores, so that already increases the chances of good hits and I occasionally will plunk down the extra money for “guaranteed” hits, so it shouldn’t affect my posting too much, but I’d really just like to gauge the reader’s interest and go from there.
Thanks for indulging me with this little mini brain dump. Things are becoming clearer.
2 Responses to “What to post, what to post.”
By David on May 8, 2008 | Reply
Post what you’re interested in. If you’re interested, someone else will be too.
Posting the above average pulls is a pretty good idea, but I’m sure some people would love to see them all.
You could used creative judgment too. It may not be an expensive pull, but it may interest you due to the player, team, photography, odd stat, etc. I think you definitely want to show the card that stands out, even if it’s a common.
Keep up the good work.
By Tony on Jun 16, 2008 | Reply
@David - Thanks for the ideas. I appreciate you taking the time to comment. It’s been tough to keep interest in this blog, but it’s nice to see other people like to see what I’ve posted.