So, you’ve decided to do what millions of other people are
doing – start a blog. Congratulations! We hate to burst
your bubble, but since you are just getting started it is probably safe to
say…you are your only reader.
How should you go about doing that? We’re glad you asked. Here are six ways to entice loyal blog
readers.
1. Be memorable.
Did you know there are actual conversations that take place
outside of the digital realm? It’s
true! Not everyone uses their keyboard
to chat. Therefore, it is important to
make sure your blog is memorable to those individuals too.
Use a domain name that people will remember; usually short
and sweet is best. If you can manage to
use a keyword in the name, that is even better.
Just be sure to use words that are easy to remember. Make it simple for people to talk about your
blog.
2. Start with five pillar articles.
A pillar article is a tutorial style article that offers
your readers useful information. The very best pillars will have at least 500 words and offer practical
advice. Try to offer unique information
that your readers won’t get elsewhere.
Why should you worry about pillar articles? The answer is simple – pillar articles never
lose their appeal. They aren’t depended
on time, so the information doesn’t seem outdated. More pillar articles translates into a better blog. A better blog entices a bigger audience.
3. Keep the content fresh.
Write at least one article per day. Not every article should be a pillar
article. Mix it up with some news articles
and short stories. You want new readers
to know it is worth their time to come back again tomorrow. And the next day. And the next. Let them know there will be new and wonderful things happening each
day.
4. Spread the love.
As a genius blogger, you probably hate to admit that other
people have intelligent things to say too.
Instead of denying this fact, you should embrace it. Here is what you do:
- Go to Blog X.
- Read an article and post a comment (along with your blog name and link).
- Loyal readers from Blog X will read your witty repartee, be so amazed by your groundbreaking thoughts, and want to read more.
- Readers from Blog X will click over to your blog.
- Readers from Blog X will become loyal readers of your blog too.
- Repeat the process on Blog Y.
- Repeat the process on Blog Z.
5. Start a conversation.
Encourage readers to comment by occasionally ending your
posts with a question. Loyal readers will comment. New readers will see there
are loyal readers and assume there is a good reason to stick around. Just make sure you always reply to comments;
once you start a conversation, its best to keep it going!
6. Go back to the beginning.
After you have completed all these steps, go back to the
beginning and start over. Write more
pillars. At the very least, you should
be penning a pillar article every week.
By the end of the year, you’ll have a very well stocked archive of
useful articles.
Good luck with your blogging endeavor. We hope it’s as wonderful as you imagined it to
be!
Author Ryan Smith is a
long-time blogger who enjoys sharing his knowledge with newbies. Right now, he is in the process of helping
launch a blog about Tampa
hair transplants for Haarklinikken,
a hair restoration clinic.
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