Comments on: If You Build It, They (Might) Come http://www.lifewithoutpants.com/blogging/if-you-build-it-they-might-come/ Perspective on life less restricted Sat, 11 Feb 2012 02:39:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: Matt Cheuvronthttp://www.lifewithoutpants.com/blogging/if-you-build-it-they-might-come/#comment-12364 Matt Cheuvront Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:47:02 +0000 http://www.lifewithoutpants.com/?p=3868#comment-12364 If you read my most recent post here (http://www.lifewithoutpants.com/social-media/15-steps-to-effective-social-media-marketing/) it has some great takeaways summarized by yours truly from the MarketingProfs Digital Mixer last week here in Chicago - this advice comes from some of the best of the best and is a good read for any blogger, especially in combating that self doubt.It is tough, Sharalyn - I look at my numbers all the time and while I have seen peaks and valleys - there has always been a steady increase. Each month, so far, I've done better, my views and visits have increased, subscriptions have gone up after making calls to action more OBVIOUS, etc. Try new things - maybe what you're doing is great, but it's time to incorporate a video post (that's just a hypothetical).There will always be times when you think a post is great but you get no views or comments, and vice versa. You could think a post was terrible and it ends up being one of your biggest successes. The numbers fool me all the time. Just keep your head up and look at the big picture. As long as you're growing your community and numbers are increasing, you're doing something right - when you're steady or declining, it's time to rock the boat and mix things up. If you read my most recent post here (http://www.lifewithoutpants.com/social-media/15-steps-to-effective-social-media-marketing/) it has some great takeaways summarized by yours truly from the MarketingProfs Digital Mixer last week here in Chicago – this advice comes from some of the best of the best and is a good read for any blogger, especially in combating that self doubt.

It is tough, Sharalyn – I look at my numbers all the time and while I have seen peaks and valleys – there has always been a steady increase. Each month, so far, I’ve done better, my views and visits have increased, subscriptions have gone up after making calls to action more OBVIOUS, etc. Try new things – maybe what you’re doing is great, but it’s time to incorporate a video post (that’s just a hypothetical).

There will always be times when you think a post is great but you get no views or comments, and vice versa. You could think a post was terrible and it ends up being one of your biggest successes. The numbers fool me all the time. Just keep your head up and look at the big picture. As long as you’re growing your community and numbers are increasing, you’re doing something right – when you’re steady or declining, it’s time to rock the boat and mix things up.

]]> By: Matt Cheuvronthttp://www.lifewithoutpants.com/blogging/if-you-build-it-they-might-come/#comment-31550 Matt Cheuvront Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:47:00 +0000 http://www.lifewithoutpants.com/?p=3868#comment-31550 If you read my most recent post here (http://www.lifewithoutpants.com/social-media/15-steps-to-effective-social-media-marketing/) it has some great takeaways summarized by yours truly from the MarketingProfs Digital Mixer last week here in Chicago - this advice comes from some of the best of the best and is a good read for any blogger, especially in combating that self doubt.It is tough, Sharalyn - I look at my numbers all the time and while I have seen peaks and valleys - there has always been a steady increase. Each month, so far, I've done better, my views and visits have increased, subscriptions have gone up after making calls to action more OBVIOUS, etc. Try new things - maybe what you're doing is great, but it's time to incorporate a video post (that's just a hypothetical).There will always be times when you think a post is great but you get no views or comments, and vice versa. You could think a post was terrible and it ends up being one of your biggest successes. The numbers fool me all the time. Just keep your head up and look at the big picture. As long as you're growing your community and numbers are increasing, you're doing something right - when you're steady or declining, it's time to rock the boat and mix things up. If you read my most recent post here (http://www.lifewithoutpants.com/social-media/15-steps-to-effective-social-media-marketing/) it has some great takeaways summarized by yours truly from the MarketingProfs Digital Mixer last week here in Chicago – this advice comes from some of the best of the best and is a good read for any blogger, especially in combating that self doubt.

It is tough, Sharalyn – I look at my numbers all the time and while I have seen peaks and valleys – there has always been a steady increase. Each month, so far, I’ve done better, my views and visits have increased, subscriptions have gone up after making calls to action more OBVIOUS, etc. Try new things – maybe what you’re doing is great, but it’s time to incorporate a video post (that’s just a hypothetical).

There will always be times when you think a post is great but you get no views or comments, and vice versa. You could think a post was terrible and it ends up being one of your biggest successes. The numbers fool me all the time. Just keep your head up and look at the big picture. As long as you’re growing your community and numbers are increasing, you’re doing something right – when you’re steady or declining, it’s time to rock the boat and mix things up.

]]> By: Matt Cheuvronthttp://www.lifewithoutpants.com/blogging/if-you-build-it-they-might-come/#comment-12362 Matt Cheuvront Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:39:47 +0000 http://www.lifewithoutpants.com/?p=3868#comment-12362 No problem Lisa - that's what a BLOG is all about: CONVERSATION. Thanks for being a part of it! No problem Lisa – that’s what a BLOG is all about: CONVERSATION. Thanks for being a part of it!

]]> By: Matt Cheuvronthttp://www.lifewithoutpants.com/blogging/if-you-build-it-they-might-come/#comment-31549 Matt Cheuvront Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:39:00 +0000 http://www.lifewithoutpants.com/?p=3868#comment-31549 No problem Lisa - that's what a BLOG is all about: CONVERSATION. Thanks for being a part of it! No problem Lisa – that’s what a BLOG is all about: CONVERSATION. Thanks for being a part of it!

]]> By: Matt Cheuvronthttp://www.lifewithoutpants.com/blogging/if-you-build-it-they-might-come/#comment-12361 Matt Cheuvront Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:37:26 +0000 http://www.lifewithoutpants.com/?p=3868#comment-12361 Twitter is a great CONVERSATION tool. But it is also the PRIMARY source of traffic to my blog (a challenge I, and a lot of others, are faced with is spreading around that PR) - I'm not one who recommends putting all of your eggs into one basket. Twitter may not be here forever. But I do agree with your point here - that you have to develop a reputation within your community - so that the link-sharing isn't shameless and there is relevance. Also, use Twitter to HUMANIZE your blog - let people get some perspective into the "real you" both on, and away from your blog. Twitter is a great CONVERSATION tool. But it is also the PRIMARY source of traffic to my blog (a challenge I, and a lot of others, are faced with is spreading around that PR) – I’m not one who recommends putting all of your eggs into one basket. Twitter may not be here forever. But I do agree with your point here – that you have to develop a reputation within your community – so that the link-sharing isn’t shameless and there is relevance. Also, use Twitter to HUMANIZE your blog – let people get some perspective into the “real you” both on, and away from your blog.

]]> By: Matt Cheuvronthttp://www.lifewithoutpants.com/blogging/if-you-build-it-they-might-come/#comment-31548 Matt Cheuvront Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:37:00 +0000 http://www.lifewithoutpants.com/?p=3868#comment-31548 Twitter is a great CONVERSATION tool. But it is also the PRIMARY source of traffic to my blog (a challenge I, and a lot of others, are faced with is spreading around that PR) - I'm not one who recommends putting all of your eggs into one basket. Twitter may not be here forever. But I do agree with your point here - that you have to develop a reputation within your community - so that the link-sharing isn't shameless and there is relevance. Also, use Twitter to HUMANIZE your blog - let people get some perspective into the "real you" both on, and away from your blog. Twitter is a great CONVERSATION tool. But it is also the PRIMARY source of traffic to my blog (a challenge I, and a lot of others, are faced with is spreading around that PR) – I’m not one who recommends putting all of your eggs into one basket. Twitter may not be here forever. But I do agree with your point here – that you have to develop a reputation within your community – so that the link-sharing isn’t shameless and there is relevance. Also, use Twitter to HUMANIZE your blog – let people get some perspective into the “real you” both on, and away from your blog.

]]> By: Sharalyn Hartwellhttp://www.lifewithoutpants.com/blogging/if-you-build-it-they-might-come/#comment-12296 Sharalyn Hartwell Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:25:43 +0000 http://www.lifewithoutpants.com/?p=3868#comment-12296 I love all this commentary everyone. I have a unique situation. My "blog" is a column for the Examiner. Like a blog, I write about what ever I want pertaining to my topic (in my case, it's Generation Y). And, like a blog, I get to throw in my own opinion and insight. But, it isn't a blog exactly, it's still on an accredited media site and I have to pay attention to things in the news which pertain to Gen Y and literally cover a beat. That is all fairly easy to digest (sorry, I just wanted everyone to understand my situation). But, where I get stuck is the promotion as well. My financial success of this column literally depends on page views (i.e. developing a following and getting my columns sent around). I feel like I'm doing well for only being at it for 4 months, but I look at the success of others and it's depressing. (haha) It becomes overwhelming when I try to take on too much (I have to post several times a day). I'm new to the online "community" (and I'm quickly discovering it is a community" and learning so much right now. I can say that you definitely receive a lot, when you give just a little, and I'm grateful for that. I agree whole-heartedly with Matt and the other people who say you have to be proud of what you write. I am very proud of my column and my material. Ultimately I believe in it, but it's hard to keep those self-doubting moments at bay when you write something you think is great and see lackluster page views. Like most things in life, I suppose the key is perseverance and patience. And, it probably doesn't hurt to not be afraid to think you're great and dream big too! Thanks to all. I"m eager to learn from all of you! I love all this commentary everyone. I have a unique situation. My “blog” is a column for the Examiner. Like a blog, I write about what ever I want pertaining to my topic (in my case, it’s Generation Y). And, like a blog, I get to throw in my own opinion and insight. But, it isn’t a blog exactly, it’s still on an accredited media site and I have to pay attention to things in the news which pertain to Gen Y and literally cover a beat. That is all fairly easy to digest (sorry, I just wanted everyone to understand my situation). But, where I get stuck is the promotion as well. My financial success of this column literally depends on page views (i.e. developing a following and getting my columns sent around). I feel like I’m doing well for only being at it for 4 months, but I look at the success of others and it’s depressing. (haha) It becomes overwhelming when I try to take on too much (I have to post several times a day). I’m new to the online “community” (and I’m quickly discovering it is a community” and learning so much right now. I can say that you definitely receive a lot, when you give just a little, and I’m grateful for that.
I agree whole-heartedly with Matt and the other people who say you have to be proud of what you write. I am very proud of my column and my material. Ultimately I believe in it, but it’s hard to keep those self-doubting moments at bay when you write something you think is great and see lackluster page views. Like most things in life, I suppose the key is perseverance and patience. And, it probably doesn’t hurt to not be afraid to think you’re great and dream big too!
Thanks to all. I”m eager to learn from all of you!

]]> By: Sharalyn Hartwellhttp://www.lifewithoutpants.com/blogging/if-you-build-it-they-might-come/#comment-31547 Sharalyn Hartwell Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:25:00 +0000 http://www.lifewithoutpants.com/?p=3868#comment-31547 I love all this commentary everyone. I have a unique situation. My "blog" is a column for the Examiner. Like a blog, I write about what ever I want pertaining to my topic (in my case, it's Generation Y). And, like a blog, I get to throw in my own opinion and insight. But, it isn't a blog exactly, it's still on an accredited media site and I have to pay attention to things in the news which pertain to Gen Y and literally cover a beat. That is all fairly easy to digest (sorry, I just wanted everyone to understand my situation). But, where I get stuck is the promotion as well. My financial success of this column literally depends on page views (i.e. developing a following and getting my columns sent around). I feel like I'm doing well for only being at it for 4 months, but I look at the success of others and it's depressing. (haha) It becomes overwhelming when I try to take on too much (I have to post several times a day). I'm new to the online "community" (and I'm quickly discovering it is a community" and learning so much right now. I can say that you definitely receive a lot, when you give just a little, and I'm grateful for that. I agree whole-heartedly with Matt and the other people who say you have to be proud of what you write. I am very proud of my column and my material. Ultimately I believe in it, but it's hard to keep those self-doubting moments at bay when you write something you think is great and see lackluster page views. Like most things in life, I suppose the key is perseverance and patience. And, it probably doesn't hurt to not be afraid to think you're great and dream big too! Thanks to all. I"m eager to learn from all of you! I love all this commentary everyone. I have a unique situation. My “blog” is a column for the Examiner. Like a blog, I write about what ever I want pertaining to my topic (in my case, it’s Generation Y). And, like a blog, I get to throw in my own opinion and insight. But, it isn’t a blog exactly, it’s still on an accredited media site and I have to pay attention to things in the news which pertain to Gen Y and literally cover a beat. That is all fairly easy to digest (sorry, I just wanted everyone to understand my situation). But, where I get stuck is the promotion as well. My financial success of this column literally depends on page views (i.e. developing a following and getting my columns sent around). I feel like I’m doing well for only being at it for 4 months, but I look at the success of others and it’s depressing. (haha) It becomes overwhelming when I try to take on too much (I have to post several times a day). I’m new to the online “community” (and I’m quickly discovering it is a community” and learning so much right now. I can say that you definitely receive a lot, when you give just a little, and I’m grateful for that.
I agree whole-heartedly with Matt and the other people who say you have to be proud of what you write. I am very proud of my column and my material. Ultimately I believe in it, but it’s hard to keep those self-doubting moments at bay when you write something you think is great and see lackluster page views. Like most things in life, I suppose the key is perseverance and patience. And, it probably doesn’t hurt to not be afraid to think you’re great and dream big too!
Thanks to all. I”m eager to learn from all of you!

]]> By: Lisahttp://www.lifewithoutpants.com/blogging/if-you-build-it-they-might-come/#comment-12289 Lisa Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:07:19 +0000 http://www.lifewithoutpants.com/?p=3868#comment-12289 Excellent point Matt! That's what our 2.0 world is all about. Thank you for creating this forum for collaboration. Excellent point Matt! That’s what our 2.0 world is all about. Thank you for creating this forum for collaboration.

]]> By: Lisahttp://www.lifewithoutpants.com/blogging/if-you-build-it-they-might-come/#comment-31546 Lisa Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:07:00 +0000 http://www.lifewithoutpants.com/?p=3868#comment-31546 Excellent point Matt! That's what our 2.0 world is all about. Thank you for creating this forum for collaboration. Excellent point Matt! That’s what our 2.0 world is all about. Thank you for creating this forum for collaboration.

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