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Promoting Your Blog ….. The Secrets to Leaving Comments

You are going to learn the secrets of commenting on others blogs that ends up promoting your blog. Sound good? ….Of course! Setting up a win -win always works! Let’s dive in and learn the secrets.

Promoting Your Blog ….. The Secrets to Comments

When you leave a comment on a blog or forum lets make sure that it isn’t just spam. Your  objective is more than just leaving a link to to your site, you want to help out the other persons blog or forum. Well maybe you don’t ….. but it is a good idea to do it any way. ; )  If you help them get what they want, it will help you get what you want.

You should comment on a topic that is relevant to your blog site. Of course you may comment on what ever you want. However if you want to make it count for promoting your blog…… keep it relevant.

Make sure to actually read what has been published that you are commenting on. That way you can add to the discussion at hand .

3 Things I like to keep in mind When leaving comments

  1. Pick out something that you liked in the post. It could be “I like the idea of promoting my blog because I have a really great blog that is so great that …..” oops…… did that slip in?….. You get the idea. there should be something that you connect with …..” I have been thinking about doing the same …..” …..”I feel the same way as you, about taking care of…..”  ….” I see it differently than you, it seems to me that……”.
  2. “Leave something of your self” as Ken Pickard says over at thenetworkdad.com. You can lead in with something like “this is what I found when I…….”. This helps you show leadership or authority. That is if you want people to follow you! lol.
  3. Remember that what ever you say is a reflection of your self. You are promoting your blog. So keep it positive, even if you disagree. That is another thing that shows leadership.

Promoting Your Blog ….. The Secrets to Comments

It is a good idea to try and comment on 5-10 blogs for every one you publish. This has a compound effect  as you publish more and more content, you also get more and more links back to your site. not to mention traffic. With only 10 more blogs published you will have 50 to 100 back links. Not to bad! Just think of the additional exposure your getting. …….  I suppose we could call that promoting your blog.

Gravatars are another important item while commenting. It gives you a face to those that read your comments. It is a good idea to match it up with your blog so people start to recognize you…. always good for helping people to trust you. So….. just add it to your comments…..it is pretty easy. I will show you how  in Promoting Your Blog … Gravatar Avatar.

So there you have it. Remember to: 1. “Pick something you like” 2. “Leave something of your self” 3.”What you say is a reflection of your self”. these are a few keys to keep in mind when “Promoting your Blog” with comments.

To your success,

Stephen Peters

 

p.s. What have you done for leaving comment? Do you leave comments? What bugs you about some comments? Would love to see what you have to say!

p.p.s. Click this if your wondering what to blog about. Be sure to leave your email in the form on the right to get more info.

 

Stephen Peters

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    • Thanks for the Warning Dave. I'll watch my back side. ; ) Good one! ....them' evil comments....oh no ...they got... me...
      By the way Dave your always welcome here. -Stephen

  • You practice what you preach, bro! We just started a nice comment conversation over at Probloggingsuccess. That is what commenting is all about! I like your blog :)

    • Hey Samuel,
      Glad to connect with you. You are a very talented young man. For those who don't know Samuel ---you just need to check out his blog. Link is in his picture.

  • Hey Stephen,

    These are very easy to follow tips and I really liked the post's simplicity.
    I'm avoiding to read blog posts that are more than 1500 words unless the title really got to me :)

    The only thing I don't like about comments that everybody agrees with everything. That just doesn't add up to me. But I guess I see the point, but there is a difference between genuinely nice and boot licking in my opinion.
    I try to stay true to myself when commenting on blogs, however that action takes me sometimes to a "slippery territory" - if you know what I mean.

    Thanks for the share!
    Akos

  • Hey Akos,

    Thank you for the kind comments....glad you enjoyed this post!
    I'm totally with you that people don't need to agree on everything.

    Getting a difference of opinion is always welcome. Especially if it is done in positive tone. That may or may not keep you from the "slippery territory" depending on weather your conversing with someone looking for a fight.

    Come back and share often,
    Stephen

  • Hey Stephen,
    Great insights my friend about blog commenting..If one eliminates the "I need backlinks stuff" and start being authentic is amazing how many insightful discussions and creative ideas can show up in the comments area.
    I love the last part: the comment is a reflection of your self: your character, values and common sense :) How you treat a itsy bitsy little comment is how you treat the big things in life too.
    Glad to see that we're both in MLSP:) Look forward to network more..Keep the posts coming!

    Cheers,
    Radu

    • Hey Radu,
      Thank you for coming and taking the time to comment. Even while you have a contest to work on. I hope you win!
      Great insights you have there. I could easily get on a rant on perception appears to be reality. We will save that for another day.
      Your always welcome here my friend.
      My best, -Stephen

    • By the way guys. Radu is in a contest and needs your comments on his post about "Blog Content Ideas: 40 Simple Ways To Never Run Dry". Great ideas there. Any way just click on Radu's picture up above, read his post and comment to help a great guy.

  • Hi Stephen,
    I agree with you that what we say is a reflection of ourselves that's why I always try to share something I know about a topic whenever I leave a comment.
    In doing this, there's a better chance that my comment will not be ignored and will be posted.
    I'm sure we'll be meeting the same bloggers and it helps to be seen as someone reliable or insightful.
    Besides, I've already taken the time to read the post so why not take the time to contribute something as well. It's a nice feeling when you do that. :)
    Thanks for the tips!

    • Your welcome Theresa,

      You nailed it. Well.... not literally to the wall. lol. I am sure you feel good about being that reliable insightful friend, because you did just as you said. Thanks for the comment! -Stephen

  • Blog commenting, my favorite topic Stephen.

    I started out visiting five blogs a day and commenting on them and then sharing their content on twitter. It didn't take long before those people started to become interested in what I was writing about and they started visiting my place and sharing my content.

    That's how it all began for me and it's been a snowball affect.

    By the way, I think very highly of Ken Pickard so whatever he recommends doing as well, I say go for it.

    Enjoyed your tips on blog commenting. Hope you've been enjoying your day!

    ~Adrienne

    • Oh Wow Adrienne. You visited and commented here!

      Your the master at comments I should have listed your name as a reference as well. Well every one! Here is a shout out for Adrienne click on Adrienne's link and you will learn a lot.

      I like the idea of, "5 a day", you sure have developed a faithful following of "snowball affect". : ) It must snow a lot at your blog with all those snowballs and comments. :)

      My best to you my friend. You are always welcome here. You can straighten my out with all your experience.

      -Stephen

  • Hi Stephen,
    Would you have anything to say differently if you were giving advice who is selling a physical product, such as fresh roast coffee? Do you think it is easier or more difficult?
    btw... first time here. Saw you on Adrienne's site.
    enjoy

    • Hi Morris,

      Glad to have you here. In internet marketing you need to establish rapport and enough trust to make your sale. It is the same for any product your selling, if the customer doesn't trust you no sale. Blogging and commenting are an excellent way to reveal your self to potential customers and connect with them(rapport). Now why did I have to say all that to say yes. :)

      I went and looked at your web site and blog. It looks very nice. Are you getting traffic? Hope so. Any other questions I would be happy to answer. Your always welcome here my friend.

      My Best,
      ~Stephen

      • Thanks for the feedback.
        No traffic yet. For the most part, the site is only a couple of weeks old.

        As you may have noticed, only the Antigua Guatemala Coffee and Old Government Mocha Java Coffee were written up. I am also completing the operational components and working out a few kinks.

        • Your welcome Morris.

          Congratulations on the beautiful new site. You have put a lot of work into it.

          Keep working on traffic....target "keywords" of buyers....get more and more post on your "blog".....and of course "comment" to steal others traffic. :)

          My Best,
          ~ Stephen

  • Hey Stephen

    I love comments! I love reading good valuable comments and how some readers actually put in the effort to make it a conversation. Though people think they don't know what to comment at times; I say just speak your mind. Though some have a tough time leaving a nice comment you can always do better than "Great post, Loved it!"

    Though this is great post and I loved it, I have so much to say. Why don't people read other comments left and join in the conversation? Please feel free to disagree, I like people who speak their mind, give opinions and try debating. Be courteous but leave nice comments. Once I see your pretty comments I am tempted to get back to your blog and see that if your comments are so awesome, your posts must be!

    This was an interesting read!

    • Hi Hajra,

      Good to see you here. Thank you for coming by, commenting and giving kudos. I can tell you love comments it shows in your writing style..... your having fun!
      You never know what friends you can make while commenting. Or what an impact you can have on some one.
      Come on back and keep commenting. You have the gift.
      ~Stephen

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