Let’s face it, everyone has to start somewhere. You’ve done your homework, created your blog, wrote posts, spread the word, maybe even had a few positive comments but alas, now all you hear are crickets.
The truth is, even the most experienced and successful bloggers have been there. All I can say is the experience of not being “read” brings about a lot of deep introspection. If anything, this is a good time to hone your writing skills and feel less inhibited in your views. No one said that blogging would be easy, and this time is certainly a test of your “sticktoitivity”. If you truly believe in what you bring to your blog audience, this isn’t the time to give up.
Darren Rowse’ post “What to do when it feels like no one is reading your blog” tackles this conundrum and gives you his thoughts based on his time at the pulpit.
Seth Godin’s If no one reads your post does it exist? gives a more holistic view on this.
The act of writing a blog changes people, especially business people. The first thing it does is change posture. Once you realize that no HAS to read your blog, that you can't MAKE them read your blog, you approach writing with humility and view readers with gratitude. The second thing it does is force you to be clear. If you write something that's confusing or in shorthand, you fail.
Finally, I suggest you gather inspiration from those that have “made” it , you might be surprised at how entertaining they are as well…
According to Technorati the most linked to Blog is engadget, and next in line is Boing Boing
Sara Ost’s healthbolt was ranked number one by MedGadget and under the “you have too much time to kill category” you can always read more tips on blogging with 113 blogging tips
