New to HubPages, just wanting to say hello!

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    Melissa Gishnockposted 10 years ago

    Hi all, my name is Melissa and I am just a few days old here. I've been spending a lot of time browsing the site- lots to learn, but great information. My passion has always been in writing, but I'll be honest, I get discouraged quickly. I hear the key is to just write quality stuff and stick with it. I'm hopeful things will work out good for me and HubPages. I look forward to getting to know you all better. Thanks for listening!

    1. kenneth avery profile image81
      kenneth averyposted 10 years agoin reply to this

      Hello, Melissa. Welcome to HubPages. If I can ever be of help, just yell.
      Sincerely,
      Kenneth Avery/ Hamilton, AL.

    2. Barbara Kay profile image76
      Barbara Kayposted 10 years agoin reply to this

      Welcome to Hubpages.

    3. Rock_nj profile image85
      Rock_njposted 10 years agoin reply to this

      We've all been there Melissa, as a newbie to HubPages.  Welcome Aboard!  Many Hubbers have written useful Hubs about what they learned about how to write good hubs and get views, so search for Hubs like those to avoid making mistakes and to save yourself time learning.  I wrote one called, "Using a Hub Milestone to Make Hubs More Searchable and Accessible" that explains what I know about making Hubs that rank better in search engines and other tricks for getting more views. 

      There is also a place in the forums section of HubPages that allows you to submit a Hub for critique by fellow Hubbers.  That can be quite helpful.  One thing HubPages has plenty of is help for new Hubbers.

    4. ChitrangadaSharan profile image92
      ChitrangadaSharanposted 10 years agoin reply to this

      Welcome to HubPages, Melissa!
      Wish you great times ahead. You would love it here since it is a very supportive community. Everyday you learn something new from some hubs or hubbers.

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      Christy Kirwanposted 10 years agoin reply to this

      Welcome to HP, Melissa! Our Community is the best around. If they can't help you stay motivated, nobody can. Don't hesitate to ask questions or request help here in the Forums whenever you need it. smile

    6. sallybea profile image81
      sallybeaposted 10 years agoin reply to this

      Welcome to HP.  I hope that you stay here is a very happy one.
      Best wishes,
      Sally

    7. tony55 profile image81
      tony55posted 10 years agoin reply to this

      Hello Melissa welcome to hubpages it takes a while but you'll soon get into a writing groove, the community is great and the site wonderful cant think of a better place to spread your wings.

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    JMac778posted 10 years ago

    It does take persistence. My passion is in sports medicine which is definitely a niche market. It took a while for me to start seeing traffic but now I'm consistently seeing 50-60 views per week (for me that's booming tongue ). I try not to let low traffic discourage me and write about my passions.

    Remember to read the guide for new hubbers. Write about evergreen topics and try not to post too many new hubs too close together.
    Good Luck! smile

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      itsevelynposted 10 years agoin reply to this

      @JMac778: where can you review your views stats?

      1. Jodah profile image88
        Jodahposted 10 years agoin reply to this

        On your 'accounts' page, click your name at the top right and a drop down shows 'my accounts' and 'profile'.

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          itsevelynposted 10 years agoin reply to this

          Thanks @Jodah!

  3. ologsinquito profile image76
    ologsinquitoposted 10 years ago

    Welcome and good luck with your writing.

  4. Suzanne Day profile image90
    Suzanne Dayposted 10 years ago

    Good luck Melissa! Just write a few and see what happens. It only costs you some time to find out if it's your thing.

  5. The Examiner-1 profile image60
    The Examiner-1posted 10 years ago

    Welcome Melissa, glad to have you aboard. Write about things that interest you and which you know about. Do not be afraid to ask questions and other Hubber friends will be glad to answer them for you.
    We have a Learning Center and FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) which will usually give you immediate answers. http://hubpages.com/faq/ At the top you can click on 'Learning Center'. Good Luck

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    cjnileskiposted 10 years ago

    Welcome!!  I, too, enjoy writing but get discouraged.  I haven't been here long either, but want to succeed.  Best of luck to in you in all that you do!!

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    itsevelynposted 10 years ago

    Welcome Melissa!
    We both share the same passion, but I will admit I am a novice at writing. Good luck with you writing and look foward to reading your hubs! smile

  8. JulieMProvost profile image60
    JulieMProvostposted 10 years ago

    Welcome! I am new too. I am planning to write about what I know because I think that will be the best way to do this. Good luck to you too smile

  9. Thelma Alberts profile image91
    Thelma Albertsposted 10 years ago

    Welcome to Hubpages Melissa!

  10. Justinnas profile image58
    Justinnasposted 10 years ago

    Hey, welcome to the Hubpages I hope you will get noticed here. smile

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    Melissa Gishnockposted 10 years ago

    Thank you all for the comments, much appreciated!

  12. Jodah profile image88
    Jodahposted 10 years ago

    Welcome to Hub Pages Melissa. Just follow your passion and write whatever makes you happy. This is a great community and perfect place to practice and improve your writing.

  13. Aneegma profile image70
    Aneegmaposted 10 years ago

    Welcome aboard Melissa! It's great to have you here smile

  14. Dana Tate profile image80
    Dana Tateposted 10 years ago

    Welcome aboard Melissa, I'm sure you will do great !

  15. Lee Strong profile image60
    Lee Strongposted 10 years ago

    Welcome. I'm also new -  but haven't posted any hubs yet.

  16. Katrina Speights profile image68
    Katrina Speightsposted 10 years ago

    Hello, I'm new here as well, hope you have as much fun as I am having.

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    ShirleyJCJohnsonposted 10 years ago

    I'm new here as well.  But this journey seems full of promise.  I have so much to give, sometimes I just know where to begin.  Here's to many happy writings and gathered blessings.

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      itsevelynposted 10 years agoin reply to this

      Amen, Shirley! I look forward to reading your hubs smile

  18. WriterJanis profile image91
    WriterJanisposted 10 years ago

    Welcome Melissa!
    Good luck here.

  19. vocalcoach profile image90
    vocalcoachposted 10 years ago

    Welcome to Hubpages.  So very nice to meet you.  We have a very supportive community of writers here, so jump on in and start your first hub. I've been here 4 years and am still learning and love it.

    I wish you all the best and feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.  The learning Center is a great resource for writing hubs.

    Happy hubbing!

  20. noenhulk profile image60
    noenhulkposted 10 years ago

    Hi Melissa! Welcome and good luck to with your writing here in hubpages.

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    Melissa Gishnockposted 10 years ago

    awesome guys, thanks so much! It has been great getting to "meet" and chat with you all!

    1. kenneth avery profile image81
      kenneth averyposted 10 years agoin reply to this

      Melissa . . .you are very welcome, not only to HP, but in my life. I wish you the VERY BEST in your writing adventures and do not forget to keep in touch with me.
      Kenneth

 
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