Donna Louise is a 35 year old, cleaning fanatic and mum from Cookstown who is better known to her followers as ‘Mrs Houseproud’. She has recently surpassed 50k followers on her popular Instagram page where she shares hacks for cleaning and household chores.
Why did you decide to become a blogger/influencer?
I like to connect with people and I have a passion for Marketing
Tell us something your followers might not already know about you?
I started my Instagram page after I lost my daddy to mental health. I talk about mental health and support mental health when I can.
What would you consider your biggest achievement as a blogger/influencer?
I went to Cuba March 2020 and Trekked 68 miles for Cancer Focus NI. I did this to create awareness and show anything is possible when you put your mind to it
What would you consider the biggest lesson you’ve learnt in the industry?
Trolling happens to everyone, no matter who you are or no matter what you do, people will always find fault.
What has been your biggest challenge to date?
Ignoring trolling. I’ve had to learn how to deal with negative people.
Do you feel that bloggers are unfairly judged at times, if so why?
Yes. Everyone thinks we have the perfect life. You only see snippets of someone’s life. People shouldn’t judge.
What advice would you give to someone wanting to start a blog/instagram page?
If you want to be an influencer, make sure you are actually influencing something with meaning. It’s not about who has what and how amazing life is, you need to be authentic, real and kind. You need thick skin. You need to be able to handle criticism. Not everyone will like you and that’s ok. The people who don’t like you are jealous
What local blogger do you look up to and why?
LMD – Louise has taught me so much. About self worth and how to handle trolls.
What international blogger do you look up to and why?
Stacey Solomon! I love her! She is so funny, authentic, kind, smart, creative and she is the most amazing mum – all round human being.
You can find Donna Louise on Instagram @Mrs_Houseproud_