How To Be a Good Blogger
I’ve often wondered what it really takes to be a good blogger. I mean, I always appreciate those that come and visit, but what would it take to get you to stay? More importantly, what would it take to convince you to come back? I spent a little time today researching this, and I’ve found 4 simple rules that I will try to heed to from now on. These rules (or tips, really) came from blog readers across the blogosphere, and they are what keep them going back to certain blogs over and over.
- Post Regularly – Regular content is a must. I think I do pretty well with this one, but I think I actually overdo sometimes. They say 5-7 posts a week are plenty, with 1 per week being the minimum. This one is my 3rd today, so I’m over my limit for the day. I’ll try to space things out a little better, and be a little more ‘predictable’ with the timing of my posts.
- Be Conversational – Rather than presenting information matter-of-factly, make a conversation out of it. Write it as if you are writing a letter to a friend, or better yet, speaking to them about it. Don’t write it out as if it is a formal speech. Make it personal, and write as a conversation.
- Be Thought-Provoking – This one is a little difficult sometimes. Don’t post boring, bland informational topics. Don’t get me wrong, they do have their place, but if that’s all you do you won’t have many loyal readers. An idea is to post topics as questions, soliciting feedback from readers. Don’t make it into a fact, necessarily, but make the post into something that will cause the readers to think about what they are reading, rather than reading it and simply moving on.
- Respond – When someone leaves comments, don’t leave them hanging out to dry! Make it a truly interactive experience. Let your readers know you are listening to them so that it will become a more personal experience for everyone involved.
So from now on, again, I will adhere to these rules and tips. I hope that it will pay off in the end, and I hope that you, my loyal readers, remain loyal. More than that, I hope that you’re no longer bored with the content that I post. 🙂
