Comments on: Why Nobody Cares About Your Blog

By: NICHOLAS

NICHOLAS — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 15:45:27 +0000

Thanks for the write up this is really some great stuff here!

By: crumbsonmyfloor

crumbsonmyfloor — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 15:14:55 +0000

I’d write a comment but I’m certain no one is going to read it.

:o)

Take care,
Amy

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By: DP

DP — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 20:51:44 +0000

Oh I see, suggestions to possibly help, someone who cares? As if my self-worth is measured by the numbers of followers. Wrong again. Stated above; “You want to have these interactions with other people.” Really? Thats the ONLY reason to blog? No. Just your opinion sadly, as in most of what is online. It’s a bit deeper than the fantasy or personal satisfaction or even getting one’s view/opinion out for other people to see and read.
If your still reading or haven’t removed this it’s evidently obvious your waiting for the moment to slap a label on this or myself. Label attached, the “nobody cares” in my instance is real. The “you need to” comments start as if your opinion matters, it doesn’t. Human nature can’t be changed, an animal is an animal and will react accordingly. All the crap humans use to fill the void in order to receive any acclamation from another is fake. The truth is pushed back and hidden and never allowed to surface in most human’s lives. Why? Real people are used, abused and ex-communicated to a point that nobody cares. The only time Real People are even noticed is when the fake, ego-driven false pride users need something. Only for the moment for his or her personal use to maintain the fantasy of the users pathetic life.
Ying? Yang? It’s much deeper than that, it involves balance. Without Real People living, all that humans have done or achived would not be possible. Yes, since the cave, before any aspect you take for granted.
Instead of seeking recognition through any venue, walk a few steps and be Real. Risk? You bet, it may just open your eyes for that brief fleeting blink of what it’s like. Caution is advised, you just might come away with a strange feeling that you have never felt.

By: Katja N.

Katja N. — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 18:42:18 +0000

I have just started my blog, and definitely can relate to all of this. I feel, for one, that there are tens if not hundreds of blogs talking about the things I could maybe talk about, so instead I talk about something else. Something, which probably doesn’t interest a lot of people.

The difficulty is in finding the audience, like you said. If no one really comments on my blog, I have no way of communicating with the people who possibly sometimes read it. And I’m not sure how to go about establishing relationships elsewhere, especially not ones that would lead to an interest in my writings.

Thank you for writing this, though, it’s given me a lot to think about!

By: Jen M.

Jen M. — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 21:50:06 +0000

Great post!

My blog is an extension of my business, but I’m also truly interested in other people, so I try to strike a careful balance between the personal and business-focused posts. I have another blog, which is my personal blog. That is only shared with people I’ve known a good long while.

I do post promotional information–sales I’m running, challenges/giveaways/events, etc. but I also include my insights about being an artist or small business person and just general studio updates–what I am up to overall. I don’t overshare, and I work very hard to not talk AT my readers.

My blog is small–just 52 followers right now–but it’s a start, right?

Jennifer Moore
JenniferLynn Productions, LLC

By: Jenny Kotulak Real Estate Broker, RE/MAX Aboutowne Realty Corp. Brokerage, Oakville, Ontario, Canada

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 01:54:48 +0000

Aha, I’m sure your wife WAS talking TO you when you were busy doing something else. Perhaps you don’t know that men cannot multi-task like women can. But perhaps that is for another blog post lol.
Great article. As a REALTOR, when I decided to start blogging a year and a half ago, I joined the Active Rain platform. I have learned so much and it has been a great experience. My blogging also spawned an interest in photography so it has been a very positive experience.

By: r4 dsi

r4 dsi — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 11:16:32 +0000

True but your job with your blog is to create a relationship with your audience. You want them to know, like and trust you. That is done by forming true understanding between yourself and each of your readers by chating. You want them to see you as an authority in your market, but also a trusted friend.

By: Sandra Gehring

Sandra Gehring — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 21:15:17 +0000

Late to the comment party, sorry. Two thoughts:
1. I’m still struggling identifying my niche and audience because as a journalist and copywriter I’m a true generalist. Thoughts? Better use of social media?
2. Our collective lack of grammar, punctuation, and spelling continues to make some blogs almost impossible to decipher. As I’ve blogged before (!) we have become a fonetic (sic) society.

By: Deborah Richmond

Deborah Richmond — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 15:10:19 +0000

I’m a new blogger and am finding getting people to comment is really difficult. I’m wondering if it because my information is for people who are new to online communities. I am trying to bring more personality into my posts. I think at first I was too factual. I’m hoping more stories will bring more people to the comment section.

By: Liliana Fidalgo

Liliana Fidalgo — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 03:38:14 +0000

You have great advice for new bloggers, especially the piece about using media to get out there and meet people by talking to them. I just started blogging, and my intention is to build a business based on what I write. The great plus for me is that I actually have an advantage in that I am bilingual. I write my blog in both English and Spanish on separate websites, so that when my blog becomes successful, it will generate twice the income. Your advice gives me a lot of hope.

Thank you.

Liliana Fidalgo

By: Jaime Lim

Jaime Lim — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 02:59:47 +0000

your post just described the very predicament I am having with my blogs, I feel almost as if nobody cares. Google Analytics tells me I have visitors but when I check for comments, I see nothing. Every once in a while I do get a comment from my sis but, no offense sis, she doesn’t count. Truth is, comments would probably get me much happier than Adsense clicks would. I just would love to hear from visitors.

By: mug mommy

mug mommy — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 15:03:18 +0000

Your article on mom blogs got me here, and I must say you really know what you speak of. I have a degree in marketing and was in advertising for a decade before I got married and had kids. I started my blog on a whim, with no objectives or target audience in mind. But reading some of your articles which really make sense, makes me want to do some strategic planning! Oh-oh, does that mean I should also give myself a deadline?

By: abrablog

abrablog — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 04:56:42 +0000

no wonder it happen. We should learn how to attract them.

By: Alex

Alex — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 21:58:45 +0000

i have been working on this blog for a school project and i find it funny because i really got into what was said here and i started reading the storys and getting really interested. its cool what is said here and how it is said.

By: Dana Ashmore

Dana Ashmore — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 20:09:00 +0000

That is a good post. You make many good points. Too many people use the shotgun approach when communicating thinking that if they riddle their listeners with a barrage of messages, that eventually something will land on target. It is a better tactic to have their attention and then deliver a smart bullet.

By: Katherine @ Shoot Me Now!

Katherine @ Shoot Me Now! — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 18:05:43 +0000

This is an EXCELLENT post and a wonderful reminder. (OK I have to admit, as a WIFE it is a good reminder too!)

You know what I ponder? I am familiar with several blogs by “moms” who simply write about their lives. There will be a question here or there, but it is truly a “diary” of their lives – although written very well. Some of these blogs have very significant followings – mostly strangers, simply reading about another person’s life. If you think about it, it is almost a form of (innocent) voyeurism. So how do these people get such a following, when they are often talking TO people. Some blogs are older, and perhaps they found a following as a great blogger when blogging was new… your thoughts?

By: Eric

Eric — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 12:28:48 +0000

Great article. Especially like the food court example, really brings it into light how tough it is to be blogging.

By: Simbelmynë

Simbelmynë — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 01:38:26 +0000

See, this is why I read your blog!
OK, now HOW do we do these things. I’ve posted surveys, asked for comments, started focusing my content. I’m looking around and commenting and starting conversations, joined online communities. And my feedback has been very positive.

But still the conversation is not coming to my blog.

Help!

By: Anastasia

Anastasia — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 22:52:30 +0000

This is really useful for me. I just started my blog and I have been trying to find good tips to help make it better. At first, I didn’t think you had to have a plan when starting your blog, but I’m seeing that you do.