Now a proud member of B.I.T.E

You might have noticed (or you might not, since I've only just put it up there!!) that I have a new button on the left-hand column of my blog, which looks like this:

Basically, I am now of proud member of B.I.T.E, which stands for Bloggers. Integrity. Trust. Ethics.



What does this mean for my blog? Well, it just means that I proudly work to the following code of ethics:

• I will blog honestly but constructively


• I will encourage good relationships between bloggers


• I will support blogs that are victims of plagiarism


• I will not engage in cyber bullying - between each other or against brands or PR's


• I will openly disclose press samples sent for review, sponsored posts or affiliated links


• I will not break embargos


• I will not sell press samples

Why I wanted to join:

"As the blogging community continues to grow in leaps and bounds we recognise that it is not always easy for bloggers, brands, publications and PR's to know where to start.
B.I.T.E. is a non-profit resource for all of those elements to come together and work in a harmonious fashion.
Our intention is to highlight bloggers - big and small - who we trust and feel brands, PR's, other bloggers and the general public can trust also."

I feel deeply honoured to have been accepted as a B.I.T.E blogger, because I've always tried to play by these ethics, so to have them acknowledged is really great. There are some great bloggers who are part of this "scheme", and I personally think that it's a great idea.

If you're interested in becoming a B.I.T.E blogger, check out their website.