When I first signed up to the Problogger.com forums, I was just browsing around and I came across a guy named Jordan Cooper. At the time he was asking for a critique of his new website, NotAProBlog.com. I checked it out and really liked what I saw: a critical and rather sarcastic view of blogging. Since then I’ve been hooked on Jordan and his blog, and I’m sure after reading the interview and seeing his site, you will be too!
The Interview
Hi Jordan, and thanks for the interview. Firstly, could you tell the readers a bit about yourself?
Hey everyone out there, I’m Jordan Cooper. That’s Jordan with an “A” not an “O”. Although you can probably see that already. Unless the font size is too small. You should tell Simon to change his typography then. Or you can cut and paste this interview into your favorite text editor and make it look whatever way you want. In any case, it’s an “A”, not an “O”. A-ok?
And your blog?
Oh yeah, the place where no one visits. Not A Pro Blog. It’s just a blog where I write stuff and talk about things. Sometimes though I just write things and talk about stuff. You know what I mean, Simon? You have to mix it up sometimes.
Definitely. The thing I love most about your blog is the fact you attach a video post to the articles. Could you talk us through why you do the videos rather than just purely text-based articles?
I’m lazy. Really, that’s the reason. It takes so much longer to write things down. Did you realize the alphabet has almost 26 l
etters in it? I don’t have time to sort through them all and place them in the correct order. That’s why I do video. No letters.
Haha, fair enough! For someone who was interested in giving video blogging a go on their blog, what advice would you give them?
Definitely get a webcam. I’ve actually been video blogging for about 6 years, but I didn’t get much success at it until I used a camera.
From reading your about page (and indeed talking to you), you’re a funny guy. Do you reckon that helps you as a blogger, and what would you say about people using their personality in blog posts?
I would hope they don’t. It’s the only thing that’s keeping me afloat right now. You’d see how unfunny I was if others began to do it. Yeah, imagine if everyone started having their own unique opinions on issues… how would we know who’s content to regurgitate?
As a follower of yours on Twitter, you definitely use it a lot to retweet other bloggers posts which you’re reading. What’s your reasoning behind doing this, and would you say it helps your blogging?
Like I said before, I’m lazy. I figure instead of even bothering to make a video or write about the same thing, I’ll just let my follower get it right from the source. They see it’s from me, so I’m building brand recognition there. Oh, and it totally helps my blogging… I can retweet so many more blog posts than I can produce myself. That’s why I’m on Twitter all day. I only have two columns though. One for users who haven’t blocked me yet. The other for you, Simon.
You obviously visit a lot of sites. Which are the ones that stand out as your favourites, and why?
3 blogs I enjoy reading now… CatsWhoBlog.com – RobbSutton.com – SiteSketch101.com. I’m not sure why. I downloaded their free eBook a while back and now I think I’m just drawn to them. Maybe it’s fate. I don’t know… It’s like God is giving me a sign since every e-mail I get in my inbox seems to have a link to them in it.
Another is the Firefox start page. Although they don’t put up new content often.
Is there anyone you’d like to thank or mention?
Nope.
Over to you…
Had you heard of Jordan before? What do you think of his blog? Would you like to add anything to the interview?
As always, I’d love to hear your thoughts as well as any further questions you may have for Jordan. Also, don’t forget to tweet this interview!
 Connect With JordanYou might want to get to know Jordan a bit better. If this is the case, I’d highly recommend sending him a tweet at @NotAProBlog, or even check out his stuff at his blog, NotAProBlog.com. |
Ok, now I have to spend some time on Jordan’s blog. I’ve been meaning to, but I’ve been busy. From the interview, he sounds freakin’ hilarious and I need some of that in my week!
Fantastic interview by the way!
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Glad you enjoyed the interview, Erica! Jordan’s blog is definitely worth a visit… super funny stuff!
Hey Jordan,
Hate to burst your bubble, mate, but the second letter in your name is an ‘o’. So, it’s Jordan with an ‘o’ and an ‘a’. I only discovered this after copying and pasting this page into my favorite text editor and enlarging the text. I also made the text green.
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Honestly, i can not stop my laugh reading this interview. Jordan surely one of most funny guy in the blogosphere.
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Haha! That’s a great interview. Hmm… It would be cool if we could video comment… Someday. Until then, I’ll have to type.
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Now, there’s a great idea for a plugin. Like the video responses on Youtube, yeah?
Could be pretty interesting if that happens! Remember, you heard it from Nick on Teenius first!
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“Another is the Firefox start page” – Jordan that was nice one. Here the element of surprise. A pun where least expected.
PS: I read your article on ProBlogger just now.
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Great interview with Jordan, Simon. Jordan is a guy who’s style I love very much. Keep it up, Jordan
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Another great interviews you have here…I like to read interviews from other bloggers…Sometimes, it’s motivate me to blog =)
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Thanks for the comment. I too really like interviews, so there will be quite a few coming on Teenius hopefully. It’s a great way to get a wider range of perspectives on your blog and also show your appreciation to other bloggers
Thanks a lot everyone for all the love and support… except for Gordie, of course. (although I still owe him my polka dot underwear)
Simon, it was a pleasure to do the interview and think it came out great. Keep up this caliber of work and I’m sure you’ll reach your goals!
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Thanks Jordan for the kind words, and the interview too! I really enjoyed doing it… I wish there were more bloggers out there like you!
Jordan is currently my favorite blogger out there. He actually takes the time to write great comments on blogs he visits. I feel like he really cares about everyone. His videos are always really funny.
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Very true, Brian! Thanks for the comment
Awesome interview Jordan, man you rock! I love your blog like so many other people do!
Thanks Teenius for bribing this good interview!
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