How Important Is It To You To Build A Blogging Community?
How important Is It To You To Build A Blogging Community?
Wow, the beauty of the blogging community! Do you believe that there is really such thing as a good and genuine blogging community that will help and support you in time of need?
Well, if you don’t, and are reading this blog on a regular basis, you are a witness that such community does exist. While the host of this blog, our dear Barry Wells, is going through some health issues that’s preventing him from attending to his blog as usual, he received an avalanche of offers from other bloggers to post for him while is unable. Now that’s a great blogging community, wouldn’t you agree?
Do you belong to such community? Do you wish you did? If you haven’t taken the time to build such community, then you might be wondering how that would be possible. In this post, I wanted to give you a few tips to help you develop the same kind of online relationships that Barry has going on here.
How do you build relationships with other bloggers?
Not so long ago, I was building sites (blogs) to sell products as an affiliate marketer, and I was not seeing the need to build relationships with other bloggers. I was more trying to build relationships with potential customers whenever possible. However, a little bit over a year ago, I decided to drop affiliate marketing and build my own online businesses instead. That’s when I really understood the importance of building relationships with other bloggers.
I started visiting blogs, checking what they were up to, and began leaving comments on the posts that I read and liked. When you leave a comment for the first time on someone’s blog you want to make sure that you leave a good impression about yourself. What this mean is that you want to show that you have read the post and leave a valuable comment of at least a paragraph or two. In most cases the blogger will return you the favor and pop over to your own blog. If they don’t that’s OK too. Just keep on coming back and try to build that relationship with the owner of the blog. There are few people out there that will just NEVER return the favor, but eventually you can drop them and stick to the ones where you see a relationship growing.
Blog commenting is the best way to start developing great relationships in the blogging community. I have developed wonderful relationships myself, included with Barry, doing just that. But you must put the effort and the time. You know the famous saying; you will take out what you put in.
Going a step further
Once you have developed those relationships you can and should try to go a step further. Why? Well, if you have a blog, it means that you need fresh and original content each and every week, and the people you’ve just built friendships with can help you big time. How so?
You can ask them to give you interviews, and guest posts. You can create a post mentioning some of their own posts, or ask them to participate in blog challenges. You start to seriously engage with your new online relationships so they can blossom into real friendships. Who knows, like Barry, you might be unable to post on your blog for a while, and receive tons of emails offering you to post for you on your blog totally free of charge.
This is building blogging relationships on steroids!
Why should you bother building relationships in the blogging community?
Is it still worth taking the time and energy to build such relationships online? You bet it is. The more relationships you have the more your content will be spread about. The more it’s spread about the more traffic from potential customers you will get. And of course, the more traffic, the more business to you.
Ultimately, such community is helping you build your business while you are helping them. If you still doubt that, go check some Facebook groups that have been created for this very purpose.
If you are still new at blogging, start building your blogging community as explained in this post. And one day soon, you will have the type of online friends that Barry has. You’ll be glad you did.
This guest post was written by Sylviane Nuccio.
Sylviane is a Freelance Writer, a Blogger and a Life Coach.
You can visit her at http://sylvianenuccio.com her writing blog,
and http://understandingyoursubconsciousmind.com her personal development blog.
She also likes to blog about travel and food at http://francetravelandfood.com
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Hi Sylviane,
Thanks very much for writing this guest post for me, I really do appreciate it
Being a part of the blogging community has really helped me out in my current situation, without the support of this community I dread to think what I would have done. It’s not only at times like this that I appreciate the blogging community but also when I need help or advice I always have someone to turn to, which of course works both ways…
If someone ever needs my help or advice and I’m able to help I always will
You’re absolutely right: It does start by visiting blogs, leaving good comments and getting to know people. Then when people visit our blogs and leave comments we should always reply to them and then return the visits to our commenters blogs… That’s where it starts and as recent events here have proved it really does work.
Words could never express the gratitude I have for every that has got in touch and offered to help me during my current situation.
Thanks again Sylviane.
Have a great weekend my friend,
Barry
Twitter: SylvianeNuccio
It was my pleasure Barry
You know how I love to write and seeing this flood of guest post, really inspired me to write this post.
I really hope you get much better soon and be able to resume teaching us useful stuff as you always do on your blog. In the meantime, it’s very nice that your blog keeps going
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I hope to be back soon but I’ve been hoping that for nearly 3 months now and have the hospital next week. I’m hoping they find a simple solution and not a long drawn out one.
Thanks again Sylviane
Twitter: MayuraDeSilva
Hi Sylviane,
Really glad to see you here and we all can appreciate the help you and other blogging experts offer with Barry’s current situation
I can see what you mean here as Barry always get enormous support from great bloggers who are wealthy with knowledge and information. I think as most of them can help with Barry’s niche, Barry doesn’t need to worry about content getting approved. Relevance matters, right?
As we can grow relationships, we can get help in many different ways, no? Could be guest posting, sharing or sometimes they may encourage or offer help personally if we going through serious situations.
Great post with interesting facts Sylviane
Hey Barry, hope you will able to come back soon after the recovery and sorry to hear your wife laid on bed too. Well, you don’t need to worry with the great community you have made
Experts will take care of ‘em. Take care mate.
Have a GREAT weekend ahead for both of you
Cheers…
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Hi Mayura,
Nice to see you here too
It was my pleasure to write this post. Among bloggers when we help each others it’s always beneficial in many ways. It’s more content for Barry and keeps his blog updated and it’s more exposure for the guest bloggers. A perfect world!
Thanks for coming by, dear
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Hi Mayura,
I’ve been truly touched by the support I’ve received from my online friends. It really does drive home the importance of building relationships with like minded people
My wife is improving a little every day but will be house bound for at least another 4 weeks. As for me…. I have my hospital appointment this coming Friday and have my fingers crossed that they’ll have a magic wand handy
I hope that your studying is going well.
Thanks Mayura, take care.
Barry
Nice to see you here, Sylviane! I just finished reading about the lovely city of Nimes
I know we’re on the same page about building relationships! There’s no way around it. If you want to succeed in business and/or blogging you have to connect with other people. Sometimes they help you and sometimes you help them but you can’t do it alone.
There is also another side to it, which is just plain old friendship. I have met a lot of great people online and especially through blogging. They may not be people I will do business with but they are all valuable and add to the support and enjoyment of blogging.
One thing that drives me nuts is when I comment on someone’s blog, not only once but a few times and they don’t bother to answer or ever comment on my blog. I give up after that – what’s the point? I feel like I’m talking to myself. It’s so important to build community and also pay attention to the people in yours.
I can think of a few people who I should forward this to right now
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Hi Carol,
I know you must have been thinking, OH, no, not her again!
(just kidding)Hope you didn’t LOL!
It’s true that the friends we are making through blogging may never become our clients but they offer, as you said, the support our blog and “we” need which is just as important. It’s just different.
Oh my gosh, tell me about those people that we go visit and leave comments to, and never, ever, have the decency to come to our blog. I tend to avoid them after a while become they make me angry and I do not like to be angry, cause it’s bad for ya, you know!
Thank you for coming to ALL my blogs and here as well, Carol
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Hi Carol Lynn,
I totally agree that if we want to succeed we HAVE to connect with people and our blogging gives us the platform to do that.
Like you, I have “met” many good people through blogging and have enjoyed doing so. It’s at times like this that I feel the relationships I’ve built have become real friends. The fact that so many have stepped in to help me during this difficult time has really touched me and eased the pressure I’m under.
One thing worse than never getting a reply from a blogger: When we return to check if a reply has been made only to find the blogger has leap frogged us to reply to their “pals” who commented after us… Like you I give up after that.
Thanks Carol Lynn, take care.
Barry
Twitter: learn_to_blog
I so agree with you that a good, solid community is the best way to succeed at blogging. I like that you’ve mentioned that some people will never return the favour. Yes, I have had that a lot and certainly do drop those people after a while of trying.
Building your own community will take time and effort, as you say, but my goodness it is well worth it!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
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Hi Mandy,
Well, I know that you’ve been helping Barry as well, so you know all about building online friendships and act on it. All the better for you and your online business.
I’m like you, I do drop the “dead bodies” that do not respond to my repeated attempts to connect with them.
Thanks you for your comment, Mandy
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Hi Mandy,
I couldn’t agree more that building a community is well worth it; especially when friends, like yourself, reach out to others when you see they/we need help.
Its times like this that drive home the importance of building relationships with like minded people online, in my opinion it’s the only way to succeed.
Thanks for everything Mandy, I really do appreciate it.
I hope that you’re well, take care.
Barry
I wish I was part of one such community, but, I am part of several different communities like here – I hope I am
– and like at your blog, Sylviane 
Over at my blog, I am still trying to build the community (I have been spending more effort these days, especially into blog commenting). Hopefully, those efforts will bring in good results (so far, it is good).
I think the first thing a new blogger need to do is start building relationships through blog commenting and social before, even before they start their blog (this also results in their blog getting a big launch, depending upon the connections, the blogger made).
Twitter: SylvianeNuccio
Hi Jeevan,
You know what? You are totally right, building a following even before you’ve got a blog is the assurance that your blog won’t be a desert island for a few months.
Great insights, and thanks for coming here
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Hi Jeevan,
I certainly class you as part of my blogging community, with every visit you add value to my blog with your thought provoking comments and the way you interact with each comment you leave.
I know that others value you as much as I do as I know they share the same views
I totally agree that a blogger needs to start building relationships through commenting and I feel that we only start being successful once we start doing so.
Great point about building those relationships before starting a blog… If the person has that opportunity they’d be very wise to do so.
I’ll head over to your blog once I’m able to get some time online my friend, you’re on my RSS feed
Thanks Jeevan, take care.
Barry
Twitter: hajraks
Hey Sylviane,
A very nice post about community and networking. I remember when I first stepped into blogging, there was an advice which said “comment till your fingers drop dead” and yes, commenting (good, sensible, valuable) comments will go a long way in giving you the recognition. Sometimes it takes time, but the bloggers and authors will start coming back to your blog and soon you will have a couple of people whom you can call community!
It take some time, but yes, it is worth all the effort!
Have a nice weekend!
P.S Barry, good wishes to you and your wife; hope she recovers soon.
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Hi Hajra,
Nice to see you here and yes, it takes some time to build a real community and efforts, but it is worth the effort, indeed!
Thanks for you input.
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Hi Hajra,
I like the point you made about good, sensible and valuable comments. They do go a long way in giving us recognition and help to build the communities that we’re a part of.
People need to realise the difference between building back links and building relationships/communities
It does take time but that’s the same as everything that’s worthwhile don’t you think…
Thanks for the well wishes Hajra. My wife is getting a little better each day and I go the hospital later this week.
Thanks Hajra, take care.
Barry
Twitter: suejprice
Hi Sylviane
Nice to see you in Barry’s home.
I think blogging communities are so important. I have been a few now but the one we are all in that Ken started is awesome. You writing here for Barry is a wonderful example of how it works.
Not only do we support each others blogs we help each other out. Ask a question and someone will always answer.
A great post Sylviane.
Sue
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Thanks for coming here Sue.
The fact that we see a lot of the same people on a lot of blogs around also SHOWS exactly what this post really mean, in action. Doesn’t it?
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Hi Sue,
I couldn’t agree more: The communities are so important as we only succeed once we start building them (in my opinion) and yes Ken has put a really good group together
You make a great point about asking for help and someone will always answer, it’s like having our very own help desk and in times such as I’m having at the moment that help is priceless.
Thanks Sue, take care.
Barry
Twitter: sean_beardmore
Hey Sylviane,
This post is quite timely….feels like bloggers anonymous saying its been since 2 years since my last post! Seriously it has…….
I started my blog back in 2009 when I was being mentored by a well known Internet Marketer.
One of the most important parts of that course was discovering the opportunity when you start blogging and building your community. I still have many friends and business partners from then and still have today. Even better now you can target where you want to attract new communities.
Barry, hope you are OK, and look forward to catching you soon.
Back blogging!
Sean
Twitter: SylvianeNuccio
Hi Sean,
Nice meeting your here. As you seem to know, those online relationships can last a life time really beautiful thing to see
Thanks for coming and hopefully we will soon be able to enjoy a post from Barry. I am sure we will:)
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Hi Sean,
Like you I started blogging in 2009 whilst being mentored by a well know marketer (although a different one to yourself) and, like you, I still have friends from that time. It is sooo important to build these relationships online that I feel we won’t find long term success without them.
I’m hoping to be back online and back to normal over the next few weeks, mind you I’ve been hoping for that for nearly 3 months now mate
Thanks Sean, good to hear that you’re back blogging
Catch up soon Sean, take care.
Barry
Twitter: sean_beardmore
Look forward to chatting soon Barry, take of yourself
Twitter: adriennesmith40
Hi Sylviane,
I’m sorry I’m late to the party but what a wonderful post and topic. See, this is what a blogging community can do for you. In Barry’s time of need we all pitch in. If I wasn’t so busy with moving my Mom I would love to write a post for Barry. But, I’m hoping he’ll be back soon.
I remember a couple of years ago when I heard this term, blogging community. I honestly thought it was some type of “click” you had to be in. Like the popular kids in school. Little did I know that you create your own. You meet people, they become your friends, you support and help each other and the next thing you know you have your own community.
I hope every blogger has an awesome community like we do. I’m proud to know all of these wonderful bloggers.
Thanks for sharing this with us Sylviane and Barry, please get well soon. We miss you so much.
~Adrienne
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Hi Adrienne,
Yes, we miss Barry, don’t we?
When I first saw the couple first guest posts I thought that maybe Barry asked those folks to help out, but when he told me that they had all volunteered I was more than happy to volunteer as well.
I’m sure you are very busy with your mom move, and yet still able to comment and that’s commendable. A lot of people find excuses not to comment for less than that
I am sure Barry will be back on track soon
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Hi Adrienne,
I hope that moving your mom hasn’t been to stressful for you. Having moved a few times myself I can say that it’s one of the most stressful things we put ourselves through, I hope that hasn’t been the case for you Adrienne.
I’ve been hoping to be back online since starting my lay up period but week by week the issue has taken over…. But on the bright side I have an appointment at the hospital Friday so things should start moving then…. I hope!! Either way I’d love for you to guest post Adrienne.
I’m so proud to be a part of a community that comes to your aid in times of need, especially when we consider that everyone who’s guest posted for me lately has approached me and offered to help. Words can’t express the gratitude I have for them
It’s funny you mention the popular kids in school as in some circles of blogging we must seem like the popular bloggers. Which can sometimes put new visitors off of commenting, as we discussed during our interview. The way to overcome that is to jump right in and start commenting and like you said Adrienne the next thing you know you’re part of a community.
Thanks for the well wishes Adrienne
Respect and Regards,
Barry
Twitter: adriennesmith40
Hi Barry,
I wouldn’t say the move has been stressful but I’m one worn out puppy. Packing every weekend for five weeks straight, then fixing up her new place and then the move itself. I’m the “reliable” one so I’m the one who has really done all the work. We still have to clean the old house and have an estate sale so I’ve been doing all of this on my weekends which is my time to play catch up. I haven’t been able to catch up since the end of June Barry!
I just really hope the doctor can get you straight. You must be so fed up with this and I can only imagine. Bless your heart. I would love to write a guest post for you so let me see if I can squeeze something in for you. I’ll get to work on that.
We do have an awesome community Barry, we are so very blessed to be connected with the people that we are. I’m so happy everyone stepped up to help you. I just apologize I haven’t been able to be one of those people. Mom’s move has just taken up all my spare time.
I agree Barry because we have discussed this before and one of the reasons I was uncomfortable commenting in the past. I didn’t think I had a place where I belonged but I couldn’t have been more wrong. I say jump in head first and have fun.
Take care Barry, you remain in my prayers.
~Adrienne
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I’m not surprised you’re worn out Adrienne, I know there’s lots of work involved in moving and doing it alone…. WOW!! Sheesh I was getting stressed with our last move and we had a few people helping us and done it in a day.
I know exactly what you mean about not being able to catch up. I’m so far behind I can imagine lapping myself soon, but needs must at the moment. Regarding the guest post Adrienne, please don’t let me add to your work load. I would love for you to guest post but only if you have the time to do so.
I see the Doctor tomorrow so hopefully he can sort me out, although I fear that there is going to be ongoing treatment with the possibility of being admitted at some point in the future… I’ll know for sure tomorrow.
You don’t need to apologize at all Adrienne, the fact that you’ve still been able to comment during your moms move is outstanding. I stand by my claim that “you’re a tough act to follow”
Thanks Adrienne, I hope the rest of the move goes with ease and is stress free.
Take good care,
Barry
Isn’t it wonderful having a community you can rely on when need be? I’ve written guest posts for people when they’ve needed them as well; it’s one of the best ways I can think of to help fellow bloggers other than commenting on their posts.
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Hi Mitch,
It sure is wonderful to be a part of a caring community that reaches out when we’re in need. The real beauty is that I haven’t had to ask anyone for help as they’ve simply seen I need it and emailed me, that really makes me feel blessed.
Thanks Mitch, take care.
Barry
Twitter: SylvianeNuccio
Hi Mitch,
It was a pleasure for me and I’m sure for all those great folks to do so, and fun too. It’s only a win win thing!
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Hi Sylviane
Excellent post. Very interesting.
It’s all about building relationships and giving good content.
This will entice the reader and get them on to your list.
JH
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Hi James,
Congratulations on completing your latest product
Sylviane has written an excellent post hasn’t she… It really drives home the importance of building relationships online and yes you’re right it does help build our lists
Thanks James, best of luck with your sales
Barry
Twitter: SylvianeNuccio
Hi James and nice meeting you here.
It was very inspiring for me when I saw all those guest posts to write mine. It was very easy to write as a matter of fact.
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Twitter: jaylynneent
Hi Sylviane,
You are 100% right about establishing a blogging community.
I think you need to take it even further. On-line businesses require blogging communities, graphics communities, product creation communities and so on.
Any business needs external relationships to help it grow. None of us know everything, but if we share our skills with other businesses we area all the better for it. Call it shared intelligence…lol
Just about everyone knows about joint ventures, but money does not to be involved if you have a community of experts from different fields. Together the community can grow all of their businesses and be successful. Plus you learn from each other.
Like you said, a blogging community is a great start to bigger and better things.
Jay
Hi Jay,
You make some very good points, we do need to build communities and relationships in every aspect that we apply ourselves. In my opinion its only when we start doing this that we stand any chance of long term success.
I totally understand and agree with your comment about shared intelligence. I’m in a JV with 2 others and we all bring different skills to the group so as to have every aspect covered, through doing this I have been invited into another JV
I haven’t forgotten your invitation Jay and will be taking you up on it as soon as I can have some quality time online. I’m hoping that will be very soon as I have my hospital appointment today
I hope that your moving house is going smoothly.
Thanks Jay, take care mate.
Barry
Twitter: SylvianeNuccio
Hi Jay,
Sorry for the late response, You are so right it’s very important to understand that we can build it alone. We definitely need the help and support of others.
For example, even blog commenting is vital for the life of a blog it gives the blog owner social proof.
Thank you for your input
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Hi Barry, hello Sylviane,
It’s nice to see you here on Barry’s blog. Coming to this blog and seeing all the support Barry has is a perfect example of helping each other out. Blogging and building relationships is what it’s all about when you need any kind of help related to your Internet marketing.
Blog hopping and building relationships is the best way to get free traffic to your blog not to mention you also learn a lot by reading other bloggers post and comments. Also it’s great that you can leave your views by commenting. It’s a win, win situation for everyone.
Building relationships with like minded people and their like minded people is very important and rewarding because if you ever have any questions and need help such as Barry does right now you are never alone.
Bye for now Barry, good post Sylviane, will be seeing you on your blog, later
Terry Conti
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Hi Terry,
It is a great feeling when you’re off sick and others step in to help, especially as I can only get to the PC in short bursts.
Building relationships with like minded people is where it all starts and I honestly feel that we’ll never find long term success without building these relationships….. and they all start with commenting on each others blogs…. Which is an area that I have a lot of catching up to do when I’m back online properly.
Thanks Terry, I hope all is good your end
Barry
Twitter: SylvianeNuccio
Hi Terry,
Nice for reading this post of mine here too. Sorry for the late reply, but this post has kept on getting comments…. how great is that? That’s exactly what I was talking about in my post as you emphasis in your comment.
Thank for coming
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Hi Sylviane,
You are so correct when you say it is important to build a community around your blog. I think it is really important because it not only helps you find prospective clients or customers but also sometimes lets you find some genuine friends and acquaintances. Also, it helps in your online reputation building which is pretty much important nowadays.
Hi Shiva, welcome to my blog.
You’ve made some great points about the benefits of building communities around our blogs, especially the reputation we build for ourselves whilst building the community.
Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to comment Shiva.
Take care, Barry
Twitter: SylvianeNuccio
Hi Shiva,
That’s correct and you said it all. Thank you for coming here and add to the discussion. See you around.
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Blogging communities definitely do exist, and are frequently at the start of any Blog, the life of the site!
It’s awesome that bloggers can go from one another s blogs, to give feedback, and comments etc on each others work. In this case, having others write content for the Blog is a great feat! I don’t think I have a community like that around me just yet, but wish to emulate that kind of following and commitment from my followers one day!
Barry, I do hope your health issues resolve quickly, so you are back on your feet and enjoying life!
Take care my friend.
Hi Joey, welcome to my blog.
Blogging communities sure are the life of our sites Joey, but they take time to build.
We go around other blogs, commenting, giving feedback and learning from our peers. This is one of the greatest things about working online, we have an endless list of bloggers that are ready, willing and able to offer help and assistance. If ever there’s something I need to know about I’ll ask my blogging friends first as most have faced the same issues and hurdles at some point.
I’m sure that you’ll be able to grow a community (or join one) in the near future Joey. I’ve popped over to your blog and see that you’re fairly new to blogging. All you need to do is carry on as you are mate, being honest and straight up in your posts and get out there commenting on popular blogs. Most people will come back and visit your blog, leave a comment and start getting to know you.
That’s how the cycle starts Joey and pretty soon you’ll have regular visitors signing up to your RSS feed.
Thanks for the well wishes, another 2 weeks and I get to see the Dr so hopefully I’ll be back properly shortly after that…..
Thanks for coming over and leaving a comment Joey, I look forward to getting to know you mate.
All the best, Barry
Hi Sylviane.
I have a new blog for my plumbing business but I haven’t used it yet. As you can probably see, I have only just started commenting and it feels a bit alien.
I’m finding it hard to work out how to build a community around plumbing. I’m not sure if this is the done thing on blogs but I wondered if you might have any advice?
Hi Dale, welcome to my blog.
Its funny how you came here yesterday as I was talking to my son last night about building him a website when he goes on his own as he too is a plumber, currently working west London for my old boss.
Blog commenting does feel alien when we first start Dale but it gets easier the more you do it, as with everything mate
Asking for advice on a blog is totally acceptable Dale and is one of the reasons I love blogging. We can find advice, support, encouragement and a whole lot more through blogging, all we need to do is ask
You make a really good point about building a community around your plumbing, that’s a tough one mate but…..
…I’ve been over to your site and think it’s looking good. Are you working on it via Steve Hippel of The Small Business Website Club
If not then he may be the man to help you Dale, I know Steve pretty well and he’ll steer you in the right direction.
I hope that helps Dale.
All the best mate, Barry
Absolutely right. If you want to succeed in blogging there must be a better community around you. Just posting articles and sharing on social media is not enough. you need to build better relationships with your fellow bloggers and readers. Get their views and feedbacks and implement on your blog. Its the way you can improve your blog naturally.
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Hi Atish, welcome to my blog.
Yes Sylviane certainly hit the nail on the head in this guest post. In my opinion building and becoming a member of a blogging community is the most important factor of our blogging campaigns. As you said “just posting articles and sharing them on social media sites is NOT enough” which is so true.
Thanks for coming over and commenting Atish.
Happy New Year to you,
Barry