Day 11
Respond!
One of my biggest niggles, when a blogger whose post I have commented on doesn’t respond – AT ALL!
Going back to my last couple of tips, quality interaction is so important, when building up a solid reader base, and if you don’t bother answering or at least acknowledging the comments left on your post, it’s highly unlikely you will be attracting many followers.
The conversations I have had via my comments, or on other blogs, have strengthened my blog relationships with my followers, allowing me to get to know them as well as them to know me too.
That human touch makes all the difference.
An appreciation to those leaving thoughts on your words.
I read, and write A LOT.
If you are following me, you know that.
My saviour is my WP app on my phone.
When I have a moment, I log in, and browse my reader and all my notifications, attempting to answer them all as the day unfolds.
If I know I can’t give all my attention to the comments then, I wait until the end of the day, and spend time responding, genuinely, to all who bless me with a visit to my blog, and leave comments.
Some schedule their time to respond weekly.
It’s up to you, but make sure you do!
But I Smile Anyway... 
Dec 14, 2018 @ 11:56:21
Amen, Ritu!
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Dec 14, 2018 @ 12:19:24
🙏🏼 thanks Jennie!
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Dec 15, 2018 @ 02:05:51
You are welcome, Ritu!
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Dec 14, 2018 @ 09:48:06
Well said! I still have trouble convincing my blog that not every comment is spam, but I do appreciate that people try. That said, if I’ve ignored a comment from you, I’m truly sorry. It was certainly not intentional.
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Dec 14, 2018 @ 10:59:13
These things happen, as long as you check your spam filter regularly, things should be fine!
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Dec 17, 2018 @ 06:29:25
I try to! I always feel bad though!
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Dec 17, 2018 @ 07:03:09
You do give, I’m sure 😊
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Dec 12, 2018 @ 23:48:40
I always respond! My readers mean the world to me! I love when they comment to what I write!
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Dec 13, 2018 @ 06:52:23
It makes it all worthwhile 😍
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Dec 12, 2018 @ 01:39:24
You have to respond to comments and be sincere about it. Like you said, it strengthens relationships it is appreciated when you take the time to respond. Great tip Sister!
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Dec 12, 2018 @ 06:53:16
Well, our siblingship started via a crazy MJ themed comment thread, didn’t it!
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Dec 12, 2018 @ 14:37:11
Yes it did!! MJ working his musical magic 💜
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Dec 12, 2018 @ 20:41:50
😍😍😍
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 20:28:33
Again, it is a giving and taking. Btw. the WP app is not always working on my phone. After replying to a few comments it shows a different comment than I clicked on and only shows that one comment no matter what I click on. Really irritating. That’s why I can only use the app in a limited way 😕
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 20:33:06
I know what you mean sis. It glitches on me too sometimes, but I go into the post via a different route then to find comments!!
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 20:53:46
Yes, I tried this too. But it takes much longer (at least with me… lol). At least an emergency solution… haha!
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 20:54:19
Lol!!!
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Dec 12, 2018 @ 15:39:37
😄
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 16:40:07
Great advice for a novice blogger. Thank you. I feel equally disappointed when I do what I think is a great post and no one views it 😂
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 18:37:06
There is that!!!
I found a few posts of mine at the beginning which I was proud of,that didn’t get the exposure… Then I relaunched them when my following was higher and it got the attention I hoped for!
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 19:04:16
What’s the focus of your blog? Ultimately what do you want to get out of it? Sorry for the random question. For me it’s nice to interact and have a voice. I know some people see it as a career. I’m just curious as to people’s motives?
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 19:28:16
I fell into blogging by accident!
It was a response to a friend’s first ever blog post.
I didn’t even know what blogging was!
After getting settled, I realised my creative urges were pulling me. It dress me to write more, reach out to others in a heartfelt, honest way.
I don’t have a niche at all, it’s random ramblings, poetry and stories!!!
Since blogging I have released and published a poetry book, and a long ago started novel has been completed! Hope to publish soon and my blog and its established base, I hope, will help.me with promoting it!!!
But it is still a hobby, not a career. 😊
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 19:30:16
That’s fantastic and inspirational- thank you! I have always loved writing and have nearly finished a book about my adoption reunion story so maybe I will be inspired to finish it.
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 19:37:05
You should! It’s never too late!!
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 15:05:44
That’s true responding to followers comment’s makes them feel special and it encourages them to be more interested in whatever content you are posting.
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 18:35:51
100% it feels like someone cares 😊
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 13:36:14
This is the main reason that I still have a blog, I love the comments.
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 18:34:37
I think the conversation can be priceless 😊
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 18:38:53
Yes indeed !!
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 12:48:55
I might be catching up for a week, but I do respond! This is very good advice, because it’s a big mistake when made.
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 12:50:35
At least you do Dan!!!
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 10:46:19
Thats costumer service, Sis! lol You are so kind and fabulous. Conversation with you is always like speaking with an angel. 😉 Have a good day! Michael
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 12:50:02
Aw bless you!!!! 😍
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 14:09:34
😍😍😍You too, Sis!😍😍😍
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 07:35:12
Responding to comments is important. I love the conversations that can develop.
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 08:04:05
Me too April 😍
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 07:27:47
Absolutely! Isn’t that the point of blogging – to create a community! My personal development blog is self-hosted now and I no longer receive notifications when people post a comment (if they’ve been approved before) so I have to physically check and not rely on a ‘ping’ on my phone. It’s only polite to respond when someone has taken the time out of their busy day to read your post and leave you their thoughts. You are AMAZEBALLS at commenting and responding, Ritu xxx
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 07:32:45
That is something I couldn’t do without… My notifications lol!!!
I do try my hardest to keep up with everything.
Oh… And did you send me your questions? 😜
😍
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 07:34:22
Nuts!!! I’m on it – sending…sending…sending
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 08:04:35
Got it!!!
I’ll respond soon… At school now, getting ready for nativity dress rehearsal… Eeeks!
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 08:05:10
Ooh, good luck!
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 08:05:59
Thanks!!!
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 07:12:03
Mine as well, Ritu but the biggest culprits are the really successful blogs especially food ones…I am sure I miss the odd one but I try really hard not too 🙂
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 07:31:17
I’ve noticed that too… As if they are above acknowledgement!
We shall keep up our connects though!!!
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 07:41:44
Yes we will indeed, Ritu 🙂 x
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 08:03:04
🤗
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 06:32:33
I generally do the same as you, Ritu. Occasionally, I miss a comment for some or other reason but I really do try.
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 06:57:55
You just have to try and keep on top of them!
And I’m the same with guest posts. I have to keep checking to see if anyone has commented where I might have featured, so I can thank and acknowledge the !
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 04:42:05
AMEN!
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 06:55:21
🙏🏼
Glad it resonates!!!
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Dec 11, 2018 @ 07:19:01
👍
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