6 Top Bloggers Who Inspired Me To Be A Better Blogger

It’s not every day that you walk away from a blog post feeling as though you paid for a candy bar and got the whole store. That’s what these top bloggers have done for me.

That’s how I have felt many times after visiting the blogs of very special people who inspire me each and every day. The written word can perform miracles and change lives and these talented entrepreneurs share their gifts with thousands every day, inspiring, motivating and helping others along on their own journeys.

I am considering this my “Post of Appreciation” for these wonderful bloggers who reach out through their keyboards to make a difference in the lives of others…..I’m one of them.

#1- Darren Rowse – ProBlogger.net

“If you want your blog to be successful, if you want it to achieve certain goals, you need to put some systems and rhythms in place to take you to those places.” Darren Rowse

Darren is one of the top bloggers on the internet and he has had such a positive impact on my online business and it’s largely due to his sincerity, his knowledge and his approach to blogging. Darren is someone who unselfishly shares his vast knowledge with his readers and the first time I visited his blog and viewed his video, I was hooked. Darren has a very laid-back, sincere approach to blogging.

His book, Blogging For Your Business will save you hours of time and frustration and is an incredible must-have resource for bloggers. With over 321,000 ProBlogger readers, Darren has proven to be one of the most powerful and influencial bloggers online.

#2 - Kim Roach – Buzzblogger.com

“Business is about HUMAN connection. And the only way to truly connect is by being completely you.” Kim Roach

Kim runs a 6 figure business using her innate talent for unearthing powerful traffic strategies that most people wouldn’t even dare dream of. Her laid-back style and passion for providing tons of quality and value has made her a powerful presence online and that’s why she’s No. 1 in my book. Her Traffic Dashboard is a must if you want to learn her proven methods to drive tons of targeted traffic to your website. It’s an invaluable tool in my IM arsenal. Kim is an incredible lady and I’m proud to know her and call her my friend.

#3 – Sandy Krakowski – A Real Change.com

“Love your customers, build a community & a family! Don’t look at everything as a dollar and a cent and a customer or it will be the hardest business you’ve ever built! Look at the people! Their heart, their story. Love people through business!” Sandy Krakowski

I happened upon Sandy’s website a month ago and immediately signed up for her free 30 Days Making More Money Blogging workshop (highly recommended) and it’s 30 days of pure blogging candy! Sandy’s infectious personality and style shine in everything she does. She not only teaches others how to run a successful business, but she goes out of her way to be a friend. Sandy is a “Back To Basics Step By Step Business” expert who currently serves more than 100,000 clients in over 136 countries. In a short time, she has made a wonderfully profound difference in my life.

#4 – Yaro Starak – Entrepreneurs-Journey.com

“Remember your voice is distinct, your experiences are unique and your style is your own. No one can compete with that, so you always have a point of differentiation.” Yaro Starak

Yaro has a very distinct way of getting is message across because he writes from the heart with brutal honesty and his words are enlightening and effective. One of his posts, 3 Limiting Beliefs You Must Eliminate From Your Mindset gave my blog new focus and direction. Yaro is not only a great writer, but a great teacher. Easily earning over $20,000 per month, it’s easy to understand why he’s regarded as one of the top bloggers of 2011.

#5 – Ana Hoffman – Traffic Generation Cafe

“I like to learn everything I can about a particular strategy I am planning to use in my business BEFORE I waste my time doing it the wrong way.” Ana Hoffman

I have spent countless hours at Ana’s blog because it’s such an incredible source of information. Ana’s laid-back approach to her writing makes reading her content very enjoyable and it’s very easy to become totally immersed in her posts. I love Ana’s writing style and her no-nonsense approach to internet marketing. I highly recommend her ebook, 7 Steps To Search Engine Domination which you can sign up for on her website.

#6 – Pat Flynn - smartpassiveincome.com

“I plan to be as transparent as possible with everything I do online. My businesses, my strategies and my income – it’s all out there for you to see. I’m not trying to show off my success. In fact, that’s exactly the opposite of my purpose here. I want to show you exactly what I do so that you can learn and be successful online too – from both my success stories and my failures.” Pat Flynn

I really enjoy Pat’s amazingly insightful approach to blogging. He’s a blogging sweetheart and is very genuine. With regard to his success, he lays it out there on his blog for all to see including his monthly income report. He’s not a self-proclaimed millionaire but his honest and sincere approach to this business makes him one of my favorite all-time bloggers. Pat rocks!

#7 – Kristi Hines – kikolani.com

“I hope to continue my path of self-discovery through blogging, as I learn and grow thanks to the amazing people I meet along my blogging journey through comments and social media.” Kristi Hines

Kristi’s in-depth and informative blog posts, as well as her clear writing style makes one of my favorite bloggers. She offers solid advice and tips and is always at the ready with new and thought-provoking content. You can’t help but walk away with golden nuggets of wisdom. Kristi’s intellectual yet simple writing style is the stuff that bloggers love. She’s a blogger to definitely look up to.

If you endeavor to create a blog that will be enjoyed and loved by the masses, visit the blogs of the net’s top bloggers for guidance and inspiration.