Today, I'm going to focus on networking as a fantastic method of promoting a blog.
If I were to begin my journey on the blogging path today, having learned what I know now I'd put a lot of time every day in connecting with people on the internet. The old saying "it's not who you know but who's around' is true when it comes to blogging.
Networking is the act of doing everything which I frequently write about on my blog. Commenting on blogs of other bloggers or responding to comments other bloggers write on your blog, contacting other bloggers whenever you post something you think might interest the readers, providing useful suggestions to bloggers, connecting with others via social media sites such as Facebook, LinkedIn, MySpace and emailing people for a personal introduction, and linking to other bloggers within your field ....
The list can go for... endlessly .... in relation to ways to network , however this time I'd like to put forth a few additional general ideas.
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A few suggestions I'd like to make when networking with bloggers:
Don't be stingy - There is a majority of the social networking I have observed among bloggers is mostly about taking rather than giving. One way to leave an impact on someone else is to be kind to them. Encourage them to achieve their goals , showcase their work to inspire them - be willing to meet their needs. Although you must maintain a good boundary (otherwise people will take advantage of the generosity of others) I believe that a sense of generosity is a good approach to network with.Don't expect to get there in a short time - The most productive relationships I've been a part of through blogging have developed in the course of the course of. Let the relationship develop organically as you establish trust and mutual awareness of the is and how to collaborate.Find the B-listers - Many so-called "A-lister" bloggers are approached throughout the day with requests to connect with. You might be lucky, I've noticed that reaching out to less-known blogs has a better chances of success (and they still generate many visitors).Prove Yourself First - If you're new to the field, it may take some time to establish yourself. This doesn't mean that people are cliquey, it's more often due to looking to determine if you're willing to stay with the idea and if you're aware of the subject matter you're speaking about. There's nothing more annoying than connecting with someone who disappears after a few weeks. Make sure you're committed to the long haul and show that your blog is contributing to the industry and you'll meet people who are more inclined to network.Be persistent, but don't get annoyed - Certain bloggers will need several emails or chats before they warm up to you. There's lots of activity on blogs, so don't be upset If people don't respond, give it another go in a time, but don't follow them .)Search in Neighboring Niches - It is essential when you use blog networking to connect wi