Leaving comments on other blogs is a great way to connect with other bloggers, build relationships, and drive traffic to your blog. But it’s essential to do it the right way to be effective.
Here are nine essential points about comments (including what kind of comments to leave) that will help you get the most out of this strategy:
- 1. Read the blog post first. It may seem obvious, but ensure you’ve read the whole blog post before leaving a comment. This will help you avoid leaving comments that are off-topic or that have already been addressed by the blogger. If you have a question unrelated to the post’s topic, contact the blogger via their contact page.
- 2. Be thoughtful and constructive. When you leave a comment, add something of value to the conversation. Share your own thoughts and experiences, Ask questions and start conversations. If you think the post is excellent, expand on why rather than saying, ‘Great post’ and rushing off.
- 3. You can build relationships with other bloggers. When you leave a thoughtful comment on another blog, you show the blogger that you appreciate their work and are interested in what they say. This can help you build relationships with other bloggers, leading to the possibility of guest posts, interviews, and other forms of collaboration. Friendships can also be made.
- 4. You can drive traffic to your own blog. If you leave a helpful or insightful comment on another blog, other readers may be interested in checking out your blog. This can drive traffic to your blog and increase your readership. However, ensure you’ve linked your blog to your Gravatar; otherwise, it won’t work.
- 5. You can improve your own writing skills. When you leave comments on other blogs, think about your own writing and how you can improve it. Don’t rush to leave a comment; check for any mistakes before leaving it. This can help you become a better writer overall. Other bloggers and readers will determine how much time you have for them by the type of comments you leave.
- 6. You can learn new things. You are exposed to new ideas and perspectives when reading other blogs’ comments section. This can help you learn new things and expand your knowledge base. It will also open up ideas for new blog posts.
- 7. You can have fun. Leaving comments on other blogs can be a fun and rewarding experience. It’s a great way to connect with others who share your interests and learn new things. However, always ensure your comments are thoughtful and constructive. And only leave comments if you are genuinely interested in the post’s subject. Don’t force yourself to leave comments or feel obliged to leave one.
- 8. Be respectful. There’s a difference between constructive criticism and just being rude or negative. If you have a genuine issue with something in the post, try to approach it in a respectful and constructive manner. If you can’t find anything positive to say, it’s probably best not to leave a comment at all. The same goes for rude comments to or about other bloggers. Be respectful.
- 9. Be patient. It may take some time to build relationships with other bloggers through comments. You may see results later. Give it time; remember that not everyone will be interested in your blog’s content. Just because you comment on other blogs does not mean they’ll enjoy and want to leave comments on your blog.
An important message to new bloggers about responding to comments
I’ve recently followed a handful of new bloggers. However, although I’ve read their posts, left them thoughtful comments, and asked questions about their posts, only two of them replied.
To those that didn’t respond: Don’t ignore comments left on your blog posts. Always reply to them or acknowledge them. You’ll gain more followers and readers by engaging with other bloggers rather than lose followers and probably end up abandoning your blog when followers fail to materialise.
Now an important message to all bloggers about leaving comments
Avoid leaving spam comments on other people’s blogs. This includes comments that have nothing to do with the post or are clearly just an attempt to promote your blog or product. Not only is this annoying, but it can also damage your reputation and credibility as a blogger.
If you need help with something, contact the blogger directly rather than leaving a link to your blog asking for help.
Don’t have time to leave comments?
Some bloggers will tell you they don’t have time to leave thoughtful and constructive comments.
I say – If you don’t have time, click the ‘like’ button and move on. After all, isn’t that what the ‘like button is for?
Nobody will care if you don’t leave comments on all their blog posts. I certainly do not expect everyone who reads my posts to leave a comment.
What’s the worst type of comment somebody can leave?
My answer: Bloggers who leave nothing but a link to their blog as a comment. Those comments all go straight to my spam folder.
Leaving a link as a comment shows that you’re only interested in promoting yourself and not adding value to the conversation. Instead, leave a genuine comment that shows you actually read the post and have something meaningful to contribute.
Let’s wrap it up
In conclusion, leaving the right comments on blogs is essential for building relationships, engaging with other bloggers, and growing your own audience.
By following these tips, you can ensure that your comments add value to the conversation and help you establish yourself as a thoughtful and respected blogging community member.
What’s the worst type of comment somebody can leave you? Do you have any tips you’d like to add about leaving comments on blogs? Leave them in the comments section?
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This is very helpful. I really agree that once you’ve read a post, leaving comments are very important for both the writer and the reader. Once you’ve tried it, you will enjoy leaving comments and enlarge your blogging community as well.
Thank you, Gillan. I agree, although I should add that we have to make the comments we leave count. They need to be engaging. Dead-end comments like ‘nice picture’ or ‘great post’ don’t add any value when all we can respond with is a ‘thanks.’
Yes. It has to have substance as well that is related to the writing. 🙂
Thank you, I must admit I’m new and I am guilty of many I’m blogging errors because I was unaware however, I’m growing and seeking out people like you to help me be a better, healthier, helpful and positive blogger. I appreciate you for sharing and I will put into practice your suggestions but please hear this when I say practice unfortunately I really mean practice because really do I get and things right the first time. I bumped my head at least three times a day on the same thing in my house and yes I could move it and yes I could duck but no oh no I don’t I plan to and then I forget so then I write it on a list of things to do move blah blah blah blah blah or duck when you are near blah blah and then I lose the list so thank you for mentioning be patient and kind. I have never been embraced is so lovingly as I have been in this community on this site and I appreciate the genuine compassion knowledge Talent and helpfulness I have found here was definitely a good representation of that by the way. Again thank you 🙂
These tips also provide a great reminder to those who may have fallen back into bad habits in the blogging world. We all do it from time to time.
I’m glad they have been so helpful to you and others who have read the post.
Thank you for your comment.
You always share such useful and helpful information Hugh, so thanks for doing what you do! I agree it’s a good thing to actually read the post you’re commenting on – this tip made me smile 🙂
As to the worst type of comment someone could leave me – this would be a derogatory or rude comment about my post. Commenting can certainly build blogging relationships and is a great way to extend the conversation and learn more about the blogger.
Hope you’ve had a good Easter 🙂
I’m drafting another post, and you’ll be amazed by how many bloggers have told me that they do not read blog posts but still leave comments on them, Debbie. However, all those comments tend to just confirm they visited, not read the post.
Any rude or derogatory comments are marked as spam and sent there.
Hope you had a good Easter too. I’ve still a bit more chocolate to consume.
Yes this is a supporting tool. I mean comments appreciating of bloggers
Yes, I’m glad you agree. Thank you.
When they only ‘like’ your comment but like and respond to every comment but yours…
Makes me regret wasting my time to read/respond/offer insight
I guess it depends on what the comment says. If I can’t respond to a comment with anything but ‘thank you’, I now click the ‘like’ button next to the comments, as I take it that whoever left the comments doesn’t want to engage.
However, if the comment is engaging, then I’ll always respond.
If everyone has a comment but me, I block the site or user.
🙂
I always find your posts useful and of a lot of value. I love visiting to see what new topic you’re discussing and what I can learn next from you. Thank you for visiting us and sharing your links at Senior Salon Pit Stop.
Thank you, Esme. I’m delighted these posts help so many who read them.
Comments are essentially a way of knowing that you are accepted and your blog has been enjoyed. But most is establishing a repertoire with fellow bloggers.
Engagement is what it is all about, although it should be as if you’re having a discussion rather than just a passing comment that adds little value.