Build A Better Blog Day 20: Leave Comments On Other Blogs

I feel the need to warn you...this needs to be done the right way with the right frame of mind.

Do not expect people flocking to your blog--

• Give value on your comments even on your competitors blog.
• Do it because you have something to say.
• Do it because you want to contribute.
• Do it without expecting others to give back.

You have the added benefit of researching your competitor, keeping up with your niche, getting ideas for topics, and finding people you can help.

 

What TO DO:

1. Comment regularly. Do it from the heart. Commenting regularly will give you the familiar factor.
2. Keep on topic. Don't stray and try to make it in the direction of your blog.
3. Give your opinion. Don't just regurgitate what the post said, actually think about the post.
4. Add another point the blogger didn't mention.
5. Ask relevant questions.

What NOT TO DO:

1. No SPAM. Putting "Great Post" with a link to your blog is spammy.
2. Don't just say anything, be authentic.
3. Don't give open and close comments, leave the door open for conversation.
4. No blasting other comments. The comments are for conversation not a lynching.  Trolling might get you a reaction but do you really want to deal with the blow back?
5. Unless sarcasm is your persona, and even if it is, please leave it behind. Negative vibes don't bring you readers. 

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