Wondering what to buy that person in your life who is addicted to the computer and blogging? Christmas is just around the corner and I have some ideas for you:
Journal
Every blogger needs someplace to jot down their thoughts and plan out blog posts. There’s something about getting away from the computer and sitting down with a journal that helps get the flow of ideas started. This leather journal from Kiki James is one I recently received and it is simply beautiful. The cover is a soft, buttery leather and the pages have almost a handmade paper feel to them. They have a variety of colors and styles- I got the pink one. The paper is unlined, so it’s nice for doodling design ideas as well as scribbling notes.
ProBlogger Book
ProBlogger: Secrets for Blogging Your Way to a Six-Figure Income
T-Shirt
How about a blogging t-shirt? The WiFi Detector t-shirt is genius!
Membership to a Forum or Training Program
The gift that keeps on giving- a membership to Performancing Hive or Authority Blogger would make any blogger happy.
Anti-Glare Filter for the Computer Screen
Staring at the computer for hours and hours can be very hard on the eyes. An anti-glare filter screen
Desk Lamp
Good lighting at one’s desk is essential. I have this one from Target and it’s beautiful.
Ergonomic Keyboard and Mouse
I have this awesome Microsoft wireless keyboard and optical mouse
Caffeine
Coffee is always a great gift for those who drink it. If the person you’re buying for is not a coffee drinker, then how about some candy? I hear that Shock-A-Lots
A Massage
Sitting in front of the computer for a long time can lead to a stiff neck and shoulders, and bloggers are notoriously bad about getting away from the desk to loosen up a bit. A massage would definitely be a welcome gift.
What about you? What do you want for Christmas?
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I see a lot of people endorsing the problogger book. I bought it. I read it. I don’t recommend buying it. It takes a long time to build a reputation as a blogger and there are zero secrets in the book to help. Be consistent, respond to everyone that asks you questions in a timely manner. Post on a schedule and keep to it. Don’t spam (doi), don’t steal content (double doi). There is a big difference between blogs that have little blog catalog widgets and blogs with over 1000 unique users on it a week. That difference is usually quality content. Garbage sinks to it’s own level. Get the book from the library if you must read everything related to SEO – Cheers.
in my opinion you can find the same information on any special blog..and absolutely free
How about buying a blog review or high PR links as a gift?
I like drawing better:)
I plan to take some web design courses in the nearest future. Could you perhaps give me an advice as to what programming languages I shall be required to learn and to what extend? I ma not too keen on learning PhP
@Internet Entrepreneur – just be sure you understand HTML and CSS. You don’t need to get into PHP unless you want to.
@Randa-Thank you! I just hope HTML, CSS, and some Javascript will be enough to create functional websites for another 8-10 years.
I think a new blackberry or iphone may be a useful addition to any blogger. Why stop blogging when you are on the move. If you live in a big city then I am sure you spend hours every day on the tube or buses travelling. This time can be used effectively in blogging on the move. But then again maybe most bloggers already have this.
I think that the Journal is very good and useful gift. I will be happy to use moleskine. When I go somewhere, then write a note and interesting ideas.
Of all the above presents, I for one will definitely pick a massage. I blog about massage and it’s benefits so I know (trust me!). It will amongst other things, put you in the right frame of mind for more blogging!
I’d like one of those new netbooks so I can blog from anywhere. Doing it on the iPhone even with the WP application sucks.
-James
Thanks for the mention. I know there’s a lot of mixed reviews on the Problogger book, but I think if you pick it up, read it as a tool that you mix with your own skills it will work. If you buy it thinking it’s going to be the answer to be all and end all – all the way to the bank, you’ve got another thing coming.
There is NO easy way to become rich on the net. Everything I’ve done, I’ve put so many hours and a lot of heart and soul into every single project. Those are two very key ingredients and without them, well, it just mixes up a batch of good old fashioned failure.
The blogging T-shirt is really geek-like… ;p
I would like to see the blog evolution for smart phone, like omnia or iphone.. i think audio blog will be popular…
I think a new blackberry or iphone may be a useful addition to any blogger. Why stop blogging when you are on the move. If you live in a big city then I am sure you spend hours every day on the tube or buses traveling. This time can be used effectively in blogging on the move.
I’ll have a blogger in a box please
how about a bottle of Provigil pills, might be even better than caffeine pills since it allows someone to stay awake for 40hrs+. Supposed to cheer you up too.
I think number 2,3 and 4 are really worth to buy for geeks. haha. Or, why not try to buy this IPhone 3G:
http://hxppy.com/blog/would-you-smashed-your-favourite-things/
Oh, it has been smashed anyway
I will buy the desktop
Probloggers book is definately good.
I definitely think my friends and family should read this so I do not have to tell them what to buy for me on Christmas. I am looking forward to a fun-filled and prosperous celebration these holidays.
Nice tips, this is great to present special gift for someone
thank for the tips
A very nice tips, but i consider to buy new macbook or iPhone instead
I love the idea about the anti-glare screen for the computer. There’s also a privacy screen for computers also. I’ve seen them and they’re great.
I’d rather buy a blogger a large painting of an Adsense cheque [With some big amount on it]. If that doesn’t inspire and make a blogger happy, I don’t know what will!
Yes, coffee is a great gift to buy someone. Can’t go wrong, unless of course they don’t drink coffee.
Caffeine is always high on the agenda – pro plus and strong coffee have helped me get through many long hours at work.
A very nice tips. I think a new blackberry or iphone may be a useful addition to any blogger.
I second that Akvaryum. I have been meaning to get myself a new phone for a while so maybe I should wait and see what Santa (aka the missus) brings. Fingers crossed…
for bloggers i suppose anti-glare filter for computer screen is d best!!!!! it would definitely help n protect our eyes
Hi,
You might also be interested in my latest book that just came out called Blog Blazers: http://www.blogblazers.com In it I interviewed 40 of the most prominent bloggers online today!
It would make a great Xmas present.
how about a vacation and a hotel accommodation at leutasch as a gift? blogger deserves a rest.
I’ll choose the anti glare filter, as most of my friends are computer geeks lol
How about a pocket-sized recorder? Sometimes the brain moves a lot faster than the hands can write!
Hi, good gifs ideads..just before christmas!
Thanks for this usefull article…
Very good gift ideas indeed. I particularly liked the idea of anti glare filters for the computer addicts. I think my staff would thank me for installing them in my office.
i think the best Christmas gift a blogger could receive is a Good health and good wisdom for them to share in the world.
i think best one is problogger book for a blogger
I definitely want the leather journal ‘coz my fingers are itching to touch the ‘buttery leather.’ And a massage–but not on the neck. My regular shoulder and arms stretching takes care of those pains. I like a massage on my hips, thighs, and legs. I don’t know but I always find my feet on tiptoes while I’m typing away on my keyboard. (Hope my husband would read this.) Thanks for sharing these fantastic gift ideas.
T-Shirt is definitely a worth for blogger!!
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Ooh, a massage. Brilliant!
Bloggers are so easy to satisfy….I´d like to receive visits from my family (they doesn´t read me!!!!) for Christmas. I´ve been working hard….;)
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A blackberry would be great!. Would allow me to blog on the run. Right now I use a little pocket recorder for my thoughts but being able to do it right away online would be cool.
Very good gift ideas indeed. I particularly liked the idea of anti glare filters for the computer addicts. I think my staff would thank me for installing them in my office. +1
Do you think a blogger could use the “Dragon Naturally Speaking” software bundle? Just a thought of a blogger speaking his mind instead of writing.
The massage – yeah that’s exactly what us hard-core bloggers need. I go to bed sometimes so sore from sitting at my computer all day – one day of massage would be heavenly!
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Yes I agree, very nice gift idea’s. I would prefer the anti-glare screen, since my eyes gets to hurting after a days work ;D.
Susanne@couchprofits.com
The journal is a very good idea. It’s one that seems fairly obvious, since blogging is can be considered an electronic journal, but it’s something that I hadn’t thought of.
I agree that it is a good idea to get away from the computer every once and a while. When you sit in front of the computer twenty-four-seven you start being unable to focus. Sometimes sitting out back or in a park and actually writing is usually a great thing to clear your head.
When it comes to journals the moleskin is the only way to go
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Some cynics might say bloggers should get a life for Christmas. Perhaps a Second Life !!