After a few months online, especially more around the blogosphere, it’s fair enough to share with you the 3 types of visitors I have seen on a blog. There are 3 and out of the 3, only two are visible. The last, you can say is a ghost still looking for a soul to possess. Uncertain, I guess. 
However, it’s not that deadly. We’re not talking about black magic here folks, it’s about building relationships and sometimes the efforts can range from a lot to barely there. Moreover, every little bit helps. I think we should all acknowledge that at least there is some traffic coming to our blogs. So let’s take a look at each of the visitor in depth.
The Commentator
The commentator is a socialite by heart. You’ll see them with the most meaningful comments. They know that it’s all about building relationships and not just ‘Thanks, great post!’
There’s a lot to learn from these folks because they are master networkers (thanks Fran for the term ). They’re aware of building backlinks both dofollow and nofollow by the bunch. So what you’re seeing here are open conversations which greets the blogger with his/her name, instills a thoughtful relative comment and ends with a cheery goodbye.
These are the comments which I normally check out the blogs from.
On the other hand, you do find the short, less conversing commentators and there’s nothing wrong with that. They don’t have a lot to say, so they keep it simple and this does add value to your posts. However, when you have over a dozen of these visitors, you wish at least someone would challenge you in some way and say something that goes against the grain.
Thus, having a balance of both great and supporting commentators make any blog shine.
The Social Networker
Have you ever been to a blog where the social shares are over the roof but hardly any comment at all?
Either these folks are lazy or they just don’t have the time to read an article in it’s entirety, so they just click on the share button and hop on to the next. I’ve seen a lot of stumblers, tweets and diggs this way.
I’m guilty of it myself too but hey, I come back and comment! Don’t mistaken them as irrelevant visits though. You can get yourself awesome viral traffic by the bunch just from these visitors alone. I found that on a certain day, a post can average at least 100+ visits or more. That is if you’re lucky.
While the majority of these visitors tend to be bounces, they will boost your Alexa ranking as well. So there are good reasons you want to have social bookmarking/network buttons on your site. You’ll never know when you’ll hit someone who has a large network waiting to share one another’s content of which yours is among them.
The Blog Drifter
Unless you have a script that records the IP of the visitors who comes to your site, you’re not going to see the blog drifters. They’re just like the social networkers, only they don’t share your content. Instead, they’re here one second and gone the next.
In the beginning months of blogging, I’ve had a lot of these. I know I have visitors because inside my WordPress dashboard, I see the numbers jump but there are no actions present. No link sharing, no commenting, just bounces.
Thus, don’t be alarmed though. Sometimes it takes more than first impressions to familiarize a visitor with who you are. That may also mean a change in the way you provide your content. Thus, I kind of like to think of it as an infomercial.
At first, if a blog looks too good to be true, I’ll question what is the purpose of it. What is it’s USP? If I can’t find the answer right away, I won’t stay any longer. From there, as the blogs I visit has the blogger commenting on them, I’ll reach out and share a bit of my two cents on their content.
However, it all starts with visibility. I need to know that you are someone whom I can trust. Either that or I will less than likely reach out to connect. That’s just what it all comes down to – are you reachable?
Moreover, I don’t just comment on every blog. I only comment when I feel there are interesting information and I want to instill my thoughts to them. I do that ‘Thanks, great share!’ too sometimes because that’s all I can say.
Hey the posts may be too good that there isn’t that much else to say but ‘Good job!’
The Take Away
Now that you know what the 3 types of blog visitors are, which one are you?
For myself, I’m a little bit of all. I drift, I share and I comment. Having a little variety in the mix enables me to leverage my marketing strategy and not get bored off of the process. Thus, I can keep on truckin’ without quitting.
I’ve learned though that you can’t always get what you want. So if you’ve left the best comment ever, don’t be surprise that you got a mediocre reply. Put yourself into the shoes of the visitors, are you impressing them or are they impressing you?
Kind of confusing at times but you, my friend are very valuable so go out there and rock it! That’s all that counts and furthermore, at the end of the day, a kind ‘Thanks!’ makes all the difference in the blogging world.
What did you think about the 3 types of blog visitors?
Share your thoughts below.
Twitter: richescorner
says:
Hi Thu,
I guess I’m starting to fall into that first category. Mainly that’s because it took me a while to find some blogs that I really enjoy and want to contribute on. Although I think I have a 4th category of visitor on my blog. I see visitors that come to my blog, kind of like drifters, but they stay for 10, 15, sometimes 20 minutes, go through my blog, but never leave a comment. I think I have a lot of those kinds of visitors. They’re not exactly drifters, more like a still pond, silent but deep.
Richard´s last [type] ..Learning a New Way to Get Targeted Traffic
Twitter: thublogger
says:
Hi Richard,
Hmmmm, perhaps there could be more you can add that will enable your visitors to communicate with you, I have some ideas for that coming up in a post for the near future. But it’ll take some time. It’s good that you’re aware of who’s on your site for now. It’s a matter of mixing things up to see how conversion goes. That might mean a change in content or design, I don’t know.Something subtle to test.
I’ll check out your blog soon, let you know what I think.
Thanks so much for your feedback on this article!
Talk soon,
Thu
I absolutely hate drifters who just read your blog for hours and don’t even leave a comment or two. Can’t stand it no more.
I like calling ‘em leechers.
/Nabil.
Nabil@affiliatemarknadsföring´s last [type] ..Milstolpe nådd- igen- forum
Twitter: lavenderuses
says:
Hi Thu
I’ve just started visiting your site as I saw your comments on my new blogging friends sites. I love commenting especially when it is a newbie blogger needing some encouragement to keep going and also I have found as I interact within the blogging community I am meeting some genuinely nice people.
Also learning heaps and I try to get around to my friends blogs plus visit new blogs when I see interesting headlines posted in Twitter. Yes I love tweeting too. You will definitely get a RT for this as to me it sums up correctley the groups who visit my blog.
Has encouraged me also as last week I thought my post was okay but as it was more on the gardening side didn’t think I would get such a response. However lots of people visited. This week when I do natural health topic, have had average number of visitors but some quality comments so it’s up and down a bit. Not been blogging long so staying patient and posts like this help. Thanks
Patricia Perth Australia
Patricia@lavenderuses´s last [type] ..A Dental visit with a difference…where’s the lavender
Twitter: thublogger
says:
HI Patricia,
I’ve been seeing you around the many blogs I’ve visited as well so we are around the same circle of influence. You should be seeing some great results, response for you blog soon as it helps with positioning yourself into the mindset to give and interact.
In time, you’ll know exactly what to do. I’m sure of it. Keep up the great work!
Talk soon!
Thu
Thanks so much for sharing some information with regards to this three different types of blog visitors. So glad to have drop by reading this post.
Mark@Outlook Express Mail Recovery´s last [type] ..The Best And Simplest Computer Virus Protection
Twitter: thublogger
says:
Hi Mark,
Thank you for your feedback. Hopefully you can differentiate your visitors and see how you can better cater to them.
Appreciate the visit!
Thu
Twitter: Craig_Sowerby
says:
Hi Thu,
Now you have put the spot light onto me. Are you quietly trying to tell us that either leave some good response or get your sorry backside out of here!!
I would like to think I leave some good comments and try and build relationships with fellow marketers and bloggers. I think we all would like to be in the category “The Commentator” but I find myself a little bit of all. It all depends what I am doing at the time. Come over and have a quick scan then come back later. It depends if the post interests me. If I feel I can’t leave a good comment then I will not.
If you know of one of my fellow marketers Sally Neil. She did a blog post all about blog commenting/hopping. On the do’s and don’ts. She is also creating a product all about blog hopping aswell.
Cheers
Craig
Craig Sowerby´s last [type] ..Using Private Lable Right Or Original Products
Twitter: thublogger
says:
Hi Craig,
Definitely know about Sally as the product is something which I’m looking forward to. Her blog hopping commandments is one which I would recommend as well and thus, no offense to you, you are one of my best commentators! This is merely a post on the general audience and no attack whatsoever.
It is meant to showcase my observation so far on my blog, others and the whole blogosphere overall.
Thanks so much for your feedback on this matter. It really counts!
Thu
Twitter: Craig_Sowerby
says:
Phew!!!,
That’s good then, I thought you were on a mission to sieve through all your traffic and get those sneaky spammers out of here.
Thanks so much for the mention in your last post about commenters. I will be going over Sally’s product too. I will have check and see when she is going to get it released.
Cheers
Craig
Craig Sowerby´s last [type] ..Using Private Lable Right Or Original Products
Twitter: johnmcnally54
says:
This is good Thu, I’ve never considered the different types of blog visitor. I’m always looking for the commentators who leave their own thoughts, and not just what the blogger wants to hear. 8) I’m a commentator and occasional blog drifter, (when I’m looking for a new blog to visit). If I can’t ‘connect’ with the blogger’s posts I leave without commentating and look elsewhere.
I’m never a ‘Social Networker’ in the sense of leaving bookmarks on Facebook, Twitter etcetera. I don’t do this because it all seems to be worthless spam to me. I understand the benefits to Alexa ratings, and acquiring valuable backlinks, but apart from that, the whole process just seems to fill up the internet with rubbish. I try and create quality in everything I do, and bookmarking seems to be the antithesis.
I know I may be missing out on something here, but unless I think bookmarking adds value and quality I won’t do it. My friend Bill Murney has the same problem and has written a post about it here: http://billmurney.com/blog/social-networking-yes-or-no/#comments
If you or anyone else can explain the value of bookmarking, we would be grateful. 8)
John
John McNally´s last [type] ..Art Marketing Success
Twitter: thublogger
says:
Hi John,
Definitely will take on a post for social networking soon. However, it’s solely dependent on the blogger and how they want to spread their influence online. I’ve found Twitter, Facebook, TGIF Links, Blog Engage the networks I want to spread my influence around.
For Stumbles, Diggs, I haven’t yet gotten into the act of it but there are benefits for having these outlets on your site as well as they are very large networks which will let your content been seen.
Thus, it’s always nice to have fresh eyes every once in awhile.
Like yourself, I’m a bit of all, lately, more on the commenting combined with social networking.
Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts on this topic!
Talk soon,
Thu
Hi Thu
I guess I come under the ‘commentator’ umbrella and a little bit of the ‘blog drifter’. I must admit I find the majority of blogs uninteresting and more concerned with selling than appealing to visitors.
When I come across these type of blogs I leave without commentating. I have no interest whatsoever in people promoting the same products as everyone else. I like blogs that have interesting posts on a wide variety of subjects and that add a little humour to life, not those just promoting IM.
One of the best examples of this is http://johnmcnally54.com.
Regards
Bill
Twitter: thublogger
says:
Hello Bill!
I have to share your sentiments on how blogs are. If they are promoting products and even don’t share their thoughts on what they’re promoting, I’m out of there. Moreover, I have been leaning more towards lifestyle blogs that combine a bit of both the technical part of business in management, organizational experience and even the personal with life outside the blog. The balance is a perfect mixture for great reading. Thus, I wouldn’t feel so stuffed with a corporate working place.
Thanks so much for letting me know your thoughts on this matter! A pleasure and welcome again.
Thu
After reading your post it looks like that you keep an eye on these type of people that visits your blog. And i also noticed that you have the ability to predict by their commenting altitude which a big quality and i admire your skill and your abilities. Thank you very much for the post which has increased my knowledge a lot, i’ll be back to read more of this…..
Twitter: thublogger
says:
Hi Jason,
Actually I don’t have any ability to predict. I believe it’s more about how they have responded to my topics and myself back. I think we have great discussions on something we’re interested in and that keeps us both connected.
I appreciate the kind words though.
Thanks so much for your feedback!
Thu
That sounds about right Thu
Let’s not forget that people can also be all three depending on the blog they frequent. I do this all the time. Some sites I want to leave comments, others I want to share and some I just browse but never interact.
We, as bloggers, put on many hats for our roles at all times
The question becomes which do you want to attract the most?
The commentor will keep a conversation but may not be the one to buy from you if you release a product.
The social networker can bring you great exposure but maybe only once or twice.
The drift may be perfect for traffic and potentially a buyer but they can’t always be expected either.
Something deep to think about, ya know? How can you make your content turn each of these into someone that fits all three roles? This comment is getting deeeeep haha.
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Twitter: thublogger
says:
You’re very right Murray.
The drifter is whom we’re trying to reach however, it’s the commentator who’s keeping in touch. The conversion from drifter to commentator is about bridging that connection and somehow, that’s a spot which I haven’t mention.
I too do all three and would have to say that as a blogger, products are only something I buy if it’s from someone 1) I support 2) I need help with.
Now I think as marketers, the drifters would be essential however, as bloggers, commentators are effective. Traffic vs social proof here.
Twitter: http://igorgriffiths.com
says:
Hi Thu
Great post and I guess I fall under the commentator and the drifter but as you mentioned it I actually remembered to bookmark this post onto delicious.
I use FeedDemon to monitor the blogs and sometimes when I visit one of them and really cannot think of anything of value to add I will slink away and move onto the next one. Will have to remember to bookmark these sites from now on.
Always try to add value in everything you do and the rest will take care of itself
igor Griffiths´s last [type] ..The Warmth of Family
Twitter: thublogger
says:
Great philosophy to go by Igor,
I think you’re right. Implementing both commenting and social networking allows your relationship building to increase. However, I think as a drifter you’re contemplating, researching blogs and thus, there are advantages to all. Whichever way, it’s all about making your blog visiting count. I think it took me awhile before I started social networking too because commenting was a process to mold into.
Thanks for your feedback on this!
Thu
Twitter: stevescott1
says:
Thu,
Very true. I think there are also many who might read your article word for word (I hope) but just not always be the chatty type. If I have no personal connection with people and /or didn’t have a blog I might just lurk and read what people have to say. I did a lot of that “pre-blog”
Even back then, if I saw a blog that was particularly empty (but the material kicked ass) I might have dropped a line to be encouraging. But generally i guess it was because I only wanted to write if I had something BIG to add.
As blog owner: These types can sometimes be very loyal. But it is hard to get a read one them or do things to encourage them.
I agree with Murray point too. I think it partially depends on personality, but people can shift from one type to another as they get more comfortable.
Twitter: thublogger
says:
Yes Steve,
If you don’t have a blog, commenting probably would not be in your best interest but then again it depends on your network. Youtubers have a lot of comments, myspace, facebook too. These are all social networks and blogs are one very interactive network combining all.
I kind of see these visitors as essential to the blogger. You get mix feelings but at least they are honest and real. Thus, I do believe that converting the drifter is be one process to master.
In the beginning, that’s when it really matters and that is what I believe helps the blog grow as well.
Hi Thu, I consider myself to be a little of all 3 types of blog visitor because there are so many different kinds and types of blogs.
As for the commentator in me- Some blog posts interest me a lot and I naturally leave a comment, I really don’t think about what I’m going to say it just comes. Just like I’m doing here right now. I do look over the comment, correct spelling and may change a few things around at times but it pretty much flows.
As for the social net worker in me- well I social bookmark here and there. I will most definitely bookmark all blog posts of people who comment on my blog. Good point you bring forth though about this kind of visitor can give your blog a boost.
As for the drifter in me- well if I don’t find a blog or a post interesting or if it’s a bad post or blog obviously I go away. If I read a post I don’t like or even a good post, I might not simply have a comment even if I try. I’ll look for another post in the same blog I can give my views and comment on if I like the blog.
We are all different and as a result all blogs are different and the way we react is different for each and every particular blog we encounter. The result to all this is that we will develop our favorite blogs and continue to build more and more. It’s all about building a community of relationships, helping each other out and learning.
Terry Conti
Terry Conti´s last [type] ..How to Kill Information Overload
Twitter: thublogger
says:
Hi Terry,
What you state is true. It does depend on the type of blog you visit. I know for sure that when I’m visiting a blog, I tend to bookmark it first then follow-up with a comment. As I’ve batched my processes, it allows me to continue building relationships. Thus, you can say drift -> bookmark -> comment. Evolution and process.
Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts on this Terry
Thanks for letting us about the three types of visitor that you have mentioned in your post and i really like the Ghost one. As it seems quite invisible but still present in between the lines…lolz….
Twitter: thublogger
says:
Hi Ray,
Yes, you’re one of the ghosts I’m talking about. Thanks for becoming visible.
Hope to see you again here and appreciate the comment.
Thu
Most bloggers belong to the first kind, because everyone wants link back to their blog and because that helps them to rank better on Google. That is not so bad, because Google ranks better blogs that have more comments and a regular visitor get the impression that your blog has a higher activity.
Jaric@That’s My T-shirt´s last [type] ..Thatsmyshirt Model Contest Info
Twitter: thublogger
says:
Hi Jaric,
That’s absolutely right. I believe we all start without comments and as we drift around to blogs getting ideas on where to comments to build around that blog, we get further and further into the conversations of the topic which the bloggers put out.
However, the first time doesn’t always mean forever, it’s on a consistent basis. You have to see the history sometimes to see the whole picture and that’s where the archives and sitemaps give you that view.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this topic!
Thu
Twitter: AdamPaudyal
says:
I can’t say for sure which category I belong to. I tend to do a little bit of all. I think it all depends on whose blog I am visiting and the value of the post. Sometimes I don’t even leave comments because I have nothing to add value to the conversation. Sometimes however, I love to acknowledge the blogger so I simply say Great post or great insights..
As you said Thu, oftentimes, just a Thank you can make all the difference in the blogging world.
Twitter: thublogger
says:
Haha
We’re just alike Adam. I think that’s how it is with most bloggers. We drift from commentator, social bookmarker and drifter on and off as it depends on the blog we’re on. Sometimes it’ll take one, two or three times before I comment. I may not be ready but then again I will bookmark it for later.
Sometimes, I never get back to it but at least I did something.
Thanks for your take on this!
Talk soon,
Thu
I consider myself as a commenter and sometimes a blog drifter. Of course, I’m not in the mood to make comments all the time, but I’m fond of reader new ideas from other bloggers. At least there’s a bit of variation in what I’m doing.
MikeRamsey@excessive sweating´s last [type] ..Tips On How To Stop Excessive Sweating
Twitter: thublogger
says:
Hi Mike!
You’re definitely on the ball when it comes to hearing the input of other readers. That’s where some posts actually make or break themselves. I’ve seen it often online and while I believe that it’s partly because of the connections we build online, it can vary, depending on topic.
Appreciate you leaving your thoughts on this!
Thu
Absolutely right! Once you can really relate to the topic, then it would be easy for you to leave a comment. Who knows, your comment might create a deeper discussion between you and the blog owner. Assuming that the blog owner replies to comments of course!
MikeRamsey@excessive sweating´s last [type] ..Tips On How To Stop Excessive Sweating
Twitter: thublogger
says:
Hehe, as I was reading this, I’m wondering, ‘hmmm will he respond?’
Yes, I do reply to my commentators and try to build that interaction. I think sometimes, especially on blogs that seems to only write about technical stuff or even business, what you find is there is this ‘corporate’ take, so no responses are seen.
That’s the most important part, and most sites crave the numbers in comments. But everyone is blogging nowadays, so if you aren’t making it personal, I think I’m going to leave as well.
I appreciate you taking out the time to reply once again, especially on a topic which seems to have different takes on them. So while it is interesting for some, others have no interest and just want to leave. Thank you for taking action to say something about it.
Twitter: sonlinebiz
says:
The Social Networker does exist but I don’t think he/she is responsible for those posts with a large number of retweets. Most bloggers are now part of retweet clubs and so am I. Retweet clubs could explain the high number of retweets but low comments.
I see myself as been both a social networker et commentator
Udegbunam Chukwudi@Wordpress Blog Setup´s last [type] ..How to Rank 1 For Highly Competitive Keywords on Google SERPs
Twitter: thublogger
says:
Hi Udeg!
Welcome to Blogging For.
That’s interesting, something which I didn’t know. So you see, while social networking is part of the process, there’s even more intricate ones internally! Whoa. Hehe, now that I know there are retweet clubs, it makes me wonder, all the different things you can do on Twitter.
Ah, a new investigation for a new post. Thanks so much for sparking up that thought. Now, how effective is this retweet club? I’m sure the visits are plenty but how are the posts read more, or bounces.
I guess, I’m aiming for commentators and social networking combined. That’s an ideal combination but hard as I mentioned that some visitors don’t want to read the whole thing, just retweet! LOL.
Well, I appreciate your thoughts on this topic. It’s been good to see another perspective.
Thanks!
Thu
Twitter: sonlinebiz
says:
Sincerely speaking, I haven’t noticed any increase in visits, page views or bounce rate since joining the retweet clubs. Most members just retweet for the sake of maintaining their retweet ratios. I also do the same with the difference that if the post’s title really grabs my attention, I’ll check it out.
Udegbunam Chukwudi@Wordpress Blog Setup´s last [type] ..How to Rank 1 For Highly Competitive Keywords on Google SERPs
Twitter: thublogger
says:
Great to get insight on your experience Udeg, that can explain why some posts are more socially network-inclined than some. Thus, this really clues me into the process. Appreciate you sharing this info with us.
Well, I do not think that thinks are so simple
. From a website owner point of view, it may look that way, but actually one person can be different types of visitor in different situations.
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For example if you are looking for something and you enter a page, and you see that it is not what you are looking for, you will bounce off the site. But if you see that this is what you want, you will start reading and you might comment if you like it, and you might sometimes share
Regards.
Twitter: thublogger
says:
Hi Jim,
Welcome to Blogging For. Good to see your take on this as I know that not all sites are for everyone. So you’re right, it may not be something which you intend to visit, but if it grabs your attention then it might interest you.
After awhile though, for myself, in particular, I get tempted to comment because well, that’s just me. I have build myself to become that and if I can’t contribute now, I’ll social bookmark for later.
Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts on this!
Thu
Hi.
. You lose focus and you start browsing deeper and deeper in the web.
Actually if you are looking for something, and you stumble on something else that is interesting and you start reading it and spending time on it, this is bad
It is good if this is your intention at this moment. But if you are working, then staying focused is vital. But it is very hard, though
By the way, here is an awesome video about the importance of focusing: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wM144_MgWaE
Regards.
Twitter: thublogger
says:
Great share Jim! No, I wouldn’t want to take away from your focus. What I’m saying is if you’re looking for the topic which you also express interest in, then of course, from a blogger’s point of view, you’re going to want to leave your two cents.
I know what you mean when we find something and go deeper and deeper. If you’re working, then definitely leave. That bounce then can either be a return later or not. I normally socially bookmark so that I can return when I can. So it’s a matter of interest.
Thanks so much for your latest share Jim! Really appreciate it
It seems that you are talking about the situation that the user is interested in the subject. And I was talking in my first comment that if you are not interested you will become a bouncer. Now I see what we both wanted to say
So we are both right I guess.
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Sooo … Anyyyyyway …
What was I going to say… Oh, yes. The video about the focus is really great. A friend of mine showed it to me. Since then we joke about the “I am climbing a mountain” phrase and about the “get some sake” (I do not know how to write sake, so it could be wrong). So while I am working for example if he distracts me on skype I say to him something like: “making me go for some sake”, or “I have to go climb a mountain, so I have to go”.
This helps us to remember to be always focused. But it is still pretty hard to be focused
Hi, this is my first time on your site. I think I belong to the first category. I comment and share my thoughts on posts, complete with greetings and goodbyes.
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Twitter: thublogger
says:
Hi Felicia,
Welcome to Blogging For! As long as you enjoy visiting the blogs you build connections with, there will be no problem with the commenting process. I believe nowadays, there are a lot of bloggers coming together to form a social network which helps tweet, like and stumble posts. Such as what Udeg has specify.
Also mastermind groups are really helpful as they get you up there and motivated as well to keep promoting quality content for readers and new visitors alike.
Thanks so much for sharing your views here.
Thu
Well, it depends on the comment. Sometimes a person will visit your site with pure intent of using the site as a means of linkbuilding. But there are some who do both, they enjoy your blogs and links it to his/her site which is a still win/win situation.
Twitter: thublogger
says:
Hi there Robert,
Sorry for the late reply.
Welcome to Blogging For! Nowadays, blogging as a means to build connection will do just that – linkbuild and link to. As I myself try to make that effective every Sunday, documenting ‘Where This Blog Has Been’.
Overall, it’s a win/win/win for the blogger I connect with. I visit the site, comment, social bookmark and link to! It makes the visit a bit more in work but worth the effort in the long run. You can say, drilling as well.
And I do have to admit, it depends on the comment as well. Some helps you come back, others, once in a great while depending on the topic if it is relevant to what you also blog about or not.
Great insight BTW!
Appreciate you taking out the time to comment and share your thoughts on this matter.
I add comments when the post is worthwhile. I do understand the value in collecting links of all types. I don’t tweet, stumble or like (hardly at all) because I have yet to build big networks in these realms.
This is a good original post. Keep up the good work.
JadeDragon@innovativepassiveincome´s last [type] ..What Kinds of Articles Will Not Earn Money Online
Twitter: thublogger
says:
Hi Jade,
I apologize as well for the late reply. Well, my rule of thumb is it’s never too late to start. Once you do, the traffic will slowly trickle in. I think having the general idea is enough to start as you don’t want to jump into anything knowing everything with social networking. Heck, I didn’t and there are so many to start!
Taking action with some interest is already enough for a push to see what pulls you further. And this is without getting distracted of course while you’re passively seeing how you can leverage each to your advantage. We all eventually come up with our own way. That there is worth sharing.
Thanks for the kind words and if at any time you’ll like to guest post, let me know. I haven’t yet gotten back on you on that but just so, it’s open. Just shoot me an e-mail, a draft and we’ll go from there.
Talk soon,
Thu
So many blog owners don’t take into account this mindset of their readers. Developing content for each of the different types of visitors to your blog is essential for active engagement.
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Twitter: thublogger
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Hi John,
I think that’s where variety is great. A little bit of text, video and pictures. Because while text is predominant, what’s realistic is 99% having them socially passable content will enable a greater advantage in all the other areas. Overall, raise the bar for one, the others will follow. Like attracts like.
Thanks for sharing your insights with us.
The Networkers do your blog a lot of good by sharing your content on other social media. Hope I have more of them.
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I believe it takes time. For awhile I didn’t know how to network. So I just went out there and did it. Lo and behold it wasn’t that bad. You kind of have this notion that you have to be somebody to start, don’t. Just be yourself, say what it is that you would say and be real!
I believe that’s how I was able to gain the trust of my readers who are now my friends. I find them an invaluable source through which I can’t do business without. So try, try, try to network. They make your life off and online so much more meaningful.
Thanks so much for taking out the time to share some of your thoughts sandipan. Welcome to Blogging For and hope to see you again!
Cheers!
Thu
Thanks so much for sharing so much awesome information!
Twitter: thublogger
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you’re very welcome
I always like to see new faces even though there are a lot of drifters on my blog. It’s great to see them become visible.
I don’t see the point of simply visiting a site without saying anything and i also don’t share articles on social networks…so that means i am the first type: the commentator
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LOL Radu, glad to know that you’ve identified yourself at least in some way. You know, a lot of bloggers or visitors in general don’t even think about what is their purpose online. They just read or scan or something and move on.
Thanks for sharing your status on the internet!
Thu
Hi Thu,
I’m definitely all three.
I comment, share on Twitter, and also skim and leave a few blogs pretty fast! I’m working on the comment one a little more. There are some pretty inspirational commenters here in the blogosphere and I admire them for their sharing so much and making it around to so many blogs.
Great way to classify blog visitors! It’s all just so true.
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Hi Elise,
Yes, I’ve ran into quite a few commentators who are genuinely passionate about sharing ideas. Most importantly, they know what they’re talking about! So I find that no matter what, when in doubt, leave your mark. You’ll never know when that comment of yours will come back … in a good way of course.
Thanks for your take on this post!
Thu
I tend to be more of a blogging “lurker.” It’s not that I want to be anti-social or creepy, but I often don’t post a comment. I really should comment more often, though, because bloggers want to know people are actually reading their articles!
I also try to keep my blog comments succinct, so I’ll end now.
Twitter: thublogger
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LOL, hi Dan.
Well, depending on the blog you’re on, it can vary. I do encourage lengthy conversations here as you can see. However, just like in real life you often don’t need to say much. With text, it tends to get out of control.
I’ll leave it at that. Thanks for stopping by and showing up instead of lurking.
Very good article.
I think blogs can work as good networks through the comments section. “They know that it’s all about building relationships and not just ‘Thanks, great post!’”.
I myself share the article or post in various networks which I find useful and favorite.
Twitter: thublogger
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Hi SekeltonBox,
Is that a play on skeleton box? Well, I try to build my own social network here. I think in having it elsewhere, you do lose it’s value as it gets buried within layers. Blog comments are great in that they keep you focus as well.
Thanks so much for your thoughts on this!
Thu
Honestly, I have never thought about the 3 categories of blog commentators. You made me think. It is so nice of you to take time off and reply to each comment. That’s improved visitor satisfaction.
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Hi Arun,
Yes, that’s one of the other things I keep up with besides posting on a regular basis.
This helps me focus and even know what it is that my readers want, don’t like and more. Hence, it’s a great platform for me to learn more about how I can provide better service.
I’m glad you were able to take something away.
Appreciate the comment!
Thu
Good article. We have trouble getting people to come back and comment too. People just seem to pass through, leave a post, and never come back.
Twitter: thublogger
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Hi Mike,
Perhaps use your social networks to create a few comebacks? I was able to leverage Twitter and connect with some awesome commentators. Then I moved on towards blog networks such as Blog Engage to further build new connections.
With the niche you’re in, I’m sure at times commenting isn’t necessary, however as long as you provide the information, the ‘drifters’ will be there. You don’t know it but they’re there.
Thanks for sharing your experience!
Thu
Twitter: lc_talha
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You haven’t mentioned the spammer, and the linkbuilder.
Most commentors can fall into different categories though.
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Ah, a new followup post!
Thanks for the idea. I have had a lot of those and will soon elaborate on them. Thanks Talha!
I’m a mix of all 3. Sometimes I will not comment if I feel my comment will not add value to the post. I am learning that this in turn means people may do the same to me and sometimes it’s great just to have someone tell me if they enjoyed a post or did not.
As a newer blogger it is discouraging when people do not comment. When people do leave comments it gives you something to base your performance and future writings on. Without them, you’re flying by the seat of your pants.
Great post. I’m glad I found it even if it was written a long while ago. I’ve read several posts in your blog and will be back.
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I know what you mean about being a newbie and not being able to know what your readers think. I had that thought in http://www.bloggingfor.info/hello-is-there-anybody-out-there/. From there, the persistence towards blogging just increased.
Sometimes, it’s those little things that counts, however in time, you’ll get over the hump. So keep on!
Glad to have you as a reader here!
Thu
Twitter: Teckillablog
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Surely I come to first two categories. I always leave a comment regarding appreciation or feedback to the post and even I do social networking if I like the post will be helpful for others
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Hi Hursh,
Commenting isn’t for everyone that’s for sure. I mean if you’re not familiar with how blogs or websites in general operate, you’re not likely incline to comment. I’ve seen this throughout my first few months online.
All I can say is that whatever network you belong to, that’s where you’ll want to show up most whether it’s Facebook, Twitter and so on.
Thanks so much for your thoughts on this!
Thu
boss, great website
Twitter: ankithblogger
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Hi Thu,
As a blogger you might have come across many blog commentors.But in the catogiries mentioned above i think, i may belong to the first one as it includes most of my characters and activites.I never came across these type of characters any where
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Hi Ankith,
Sometimes I believe the phases of a blogger do shift. And depending on which market you’re in, you’ll see how this goes. I love blogging and I also love the comments that comes with it.
It allows me to gauge my performance as well as what bloggers in general feel.
Thanks so much for sharing your type of visiting!
Thu
I think most commentators are being a little harsh on the ‘drifter’.
A lot of these users will arrive from the search engines and are probably actually looking for information not interaction. You should be happy that they’ve found your website and are taking the time to read the content which you have taken time to create, if you’re lucky they might click on a relevant ad too?
Twitter: thublogger
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Great one!
I would love a click on my ad to generate revenue, however that’s against Google’s terms of service and I would in no way want to jeopardize my agreement with them. Hence, it’s back to creating great content and maintaining the readership base so that they’re happy.
And if they want, they’ll donate whatever time.
As for the drifter, well, I’m not being harsh, I’m just saying sometimes, you need a little time to decide.
Thanks for the great conversation!
Cheers,
Thu
Hi Thu,
Thank you for gave the grate explanation about blogs visitors.I think blogs can work as good networks through the comments section.
Thanks so much for sharing your views .
Twitter: thublogger
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Yes Andrew,
Comments are important to a blog’s life. Without it, you don’t really know if there’s a demand. It’s social proof of your authority!
I would definitely place myself into the category of skimming over blogs and never leaving comments. If it’s a topic I’m passionate about and I really disagree with the blogger, however, sometimes I make exceptions.
Hi Thu,
Thanks for sharing the three type of visitors. It really help us to improve our site content and i also thought the blog can work good through comments.
Twitter: thublogger
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You’re very welcome Kattey!
This post has actually opened up my eyes to how much bloggers don’t realize that the visitors who are coming to their site are in fact valuable. While a lot may preach about getting traffic, how can you when you don’t know what you’re working with? So it’s a different take on the common approach but nonetheless, it’s has grown to be a popular post just from bloggers who have taken a look at it from being put ‘on the spot.’ Unintentionally of course!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts here.
Thu
Quite an interesting article.
Out of 3,I judge myself as commentator.
I think out of 3 they are best,at least they read and appreciate the blog,sometimes click on ads too so that blogger can earn some money.
Twitter: thublogger
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Interesting point Sumit and a generous visitor in that. I believe once you’re in the blogosphere for awhile you do want to give that vibe off to encourage your brethren to keep going rather than stop. Sometimes, it can get quite competitive but all in all, it’s part of the blogging development.
Thanks so much for your awesome comment. Hope to see you again.
Thu
True story bro. I’ve been blogging for 2 years now and I agree with those 3 types of visitors you mentioned. The 1 I hate the most are those commentators that only wants their links in your post, the comments are not even relevant in the topic. It should be like give and take. Make valuable and informative comments if you want your links to stay. Thanks bro.
Twitter: thublogger
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Interesting Jason as that’s a follow-up post which I am working on at the moment. You’re right on par with that nuance as I realized that as the more website owners become aware of their rankings, it’s also a process which they go through – dofollow.
Stay tuned for that post.
As always, appreciate your comments and conversations
Thu
Good Tips. Thanks for providing the useful information. The blog should have good unique content for getting traffic and visitors and i also thought the blog can work good through comments.
Nice one….but hope this works, really?
Twitter: thublogger
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Well, what would you say works? I mean, what type of visitors does your site produce?
Twitter: Ajayudayagiri
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Take me under first and second categories as i would comment and share the post if i likes the content.
Thanks for sharing.
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Hi Fussed Blogger,
I think most of us start off as drifters and then migrate towards building a connection. It is a time-consuming process as I find that often, it’s about really wanting to connect. And not everyone will receive you well, so keep at it as it’s always about the effort.
Thanks for your comment on this topic!
Thu
I like to think of myself as a thoughtful commenter, but that’s for others to decide I guess, not me.
Twitter: thublogger
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Hi Luke, thanks for your input as you’re right and based upon the blog you visit, how the interaction goes is really where it matters as wells.
Thanks for your input,
Thu
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I’m a big fan of comments. I like engaging my audience.
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I do as well! It’s the most organic process in which you can tell whether or not the content was received well. However, in another sense, it’s also a testament to just blogging – to further engage on the topic given.
Thanks for your thoughts on this,
Thu
Great post thu,
By taking others you can improve the relation ship with others .As well as by commenting the others blogs we can improve the relation with other bloggers, this relation ship helps a lot for our improvement.
this is a nice post about the types of the readers….nice info
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