I’ve been blogging since 2007 and left a ‘cute’ or ‘great post’ before. I no longer do this but what happens if you never graduate from link dropping to adding value to the conversation?
Leaving comments on crochet blogs can be challenging sometimes. What if there isn’t a conversation? You enjoy showing your finished items but often times words aren’t necessary.
What if the topic is dry? You really don’t have anything to add? What do you do then? Nothing. It’s far better that you visit another day than to leave a ‘spammy’ type of comment.
One of my mentors told me that ‘I am my business’. This means that I represent my business wherever I go online. This includes social media, forums, and blog comments.
I’m sure I have written some unpleasant replies to ‘hot topics’ during my years but I am hyper aware of what I do now. I’m sure I slip from time to time but overall I know I am responsible for my behavior not only offline but online too. This means no participating in ‘not safe for work’ behavior.
Recently a blogger shared how she was attacked in her comments. It wasn’t just hurtful it was accusatory. She was upset as she should be. What happened? Why? Would this person do this to her face?
What happens if this person decides to open a business? That ‘stain’ is there for all to see.
What’s Your Commenting Style?
- Blatant Spammer – trying to get noticed by the ‘almighty’ Google by writing nonsense for the keywords you’re trying to be noticed for
- Self-Promoter – ‘hey, look at my site. Will you like my page? I sell at xyz shop take a look at my stuff.’ Links to these sites are usually included in the comment.
- Value Driven – someone who knows that their online reputation is important and adds thoughtful notes and resources and tips to the conversation.
- Anonymous Value – a person who gives value but doesn’t want to be known for it. Mrs. Modest Commenter.
This commenting profile screening is inspired by Darren Rowse of (ProBlogger.net) in his post – The Ultimate Guide to Commenting on Blogs. This is a rich post filled with years (since 2002) of commenting wisdom. Plus, you can learn the ‘No No’s’ of blog commenting too.
For those new to the challenge, read the introduction message, and purchase the book that started many of the 31 day challenges like this one. 
(31 Days to Build a Better Blog – that there is an affiliate link just in case you were wondering)
Commenting is connected to your reputation. What do you want your customers to think of you and your business?
So, what’s your tip for commenting? I’d love to read it – leave a comment below.
Today is Facebook Fanpage Hop-a-long. Be sure to add a question of the day to your Crochet Business or Blog page, pin it to the top, and come back her to add your url. Visit at least two pages ahead of you, like them if you aren’t already a fan and then answer the question.
Build your community, have fun, and if you find a connection for a future collaborative project, make a note of it.
A couple of things to note: (all are optional)
- Comments are welcome and encouraged
- Visit the FB group and add your post for the day to the pinned post if you’d like to receive at least 2-comments on your post.
- Join the Crochet Business Blogger G+ Community
- Community Event: Friday Facebook Fanpage Hop-a-long
- Add your blog url to the #31CBBC linky (not the post url) – this will help you identify who is participating
- As you are visiting other bloggers, take note of any similarities you have or complimentary projects/services you have. This is a great time to jot down the blog name and get to know the blogger behind the blog.
- Don’t stress on writing a post each day. A picture with your thoughts, a video, a top 5 list, or simply a quote on why you like crochet all counts as a post.
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About Sara Duggan
I’ve left my share of those “spammy” sort of comments..Never thought of them as spammy though since they were left to show that I liked what was shown, but yeah it can be hard to come up with something interesting to say, if there’s nothing to add. But yeah in a sense they are “spammy” even when they’re not meant to be.
As to what kind of commenter I am, never really thought of that question, so don’t know. Except I know I’m none of the 2 first ones.
Henriette, I never considered it spammy either and probably many people don’t. But I guess since some people use that method to self-promote it’s made a bad name for those quick replies.
I think that I am getting better. I tried to make useful comments. Sometimes that means I don’t leave comment though. Then I feel bad because I really wanted to say that I liked something about the post. I love the like buttons for this reason.
Rebecca, exactly. A like or a share is okay when there just anything else to add except ‘great post’.
I am guilty also of usually commenting, great post or loved your post. But, I honestly do love the posts, but are at a loss of words or I don’t have anything to share. This happens especially when the post is something I have not experienced or know nothing about.