tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post934706456819332651..comments2024-03-12T10:45:12.762-07:00Comments on moviesandsongs365: Being scared of zero commentsChrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09395044055566348346noreply@blogger.comBlogger65125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-41475097996676106162012-06-04T08:38:04.766-07:002012-06-04T08:38:04.766-07:00@Niels: ha ha, I thought that was a spam comment f...@Niels: ha ha, I thought that was a spam comment from a moment or two there, you fooled me. I'm glad you can laugh at commenting, because shouldn't be so deadly serious all the time. <br />I didn't actually "try" and "aim" for lots of traffic for this post, just kind of appealed to everyone I guess, because all bloggers have an opinion about commenting. Thanks for joining in! I am with you that more effort should be put into the writing than trying to get some traffic going...if the content is rubbish, nobody will want to read it anyway in the long run.Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09395044055566348346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-46293751200082041032012-06-03T20:33:48.409-07:002012-06-03T20:33:48.409-07:00Wise (VISIT MY BLOG) words Chris, I couldn't (...Wise (VISIT MY BLOG) words Chris, I couldn't (VISIT MY BLOG) agree more. Definitely (VISIT MY BLOG) food for thought (VISIT MY BLOG). <br />I hope I don't (VISIT MY BLOG) become obsessed with comments (VISIT MY BLOG), even though they (VISIT MY BLOG)do make my days sometimes (VISIT MY BLOG).<br />I think being overly aware of comments can only hamper your focus and possibly detract from the quality of your posts. I always spend more time on my actual articles than on trying to get some traffic going, which I think shows in my case given that I get a small amount of comments in comparison to other juggernauts of the blogosphere. Not that I think any less of all of my blogging friends for having so much traffic, it's just not something I'm aiming for, I just visit blogs like these to get a different perspective from a fellow cinephile and hopefully learn a little.....(VISIT MY BLOG).Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-25179397051983653052012-05-25T06:59:16.977-07:002012-05-25T06:59:16.977-07:00@NeverTooEarlyMP: Happy you enjoyed reading, than...@NeverTooEarlyMP: Happy you enjoyed reading, thanks for sharing your thoughts on this! <br />Does feel uncomfortable not paying back the favour and leaving a comment on the other blog, and is indeed difficult to force yourself to leave a comment, if there is no interest in the post. <br /><br />The etiquette within the blogosphere is supposedly "paying back the comment" , but we each have to find a limit to how many blogs we comment on, because it can easily get out of hand, so it feels like work. Some are able to follow 50 blogs with no stress, others may prefer to follow 10 sites. It all depends what you want to get out of comments, because 10 good friends may be preferable over 50 you hardly know. You don't have to agree with everything a blogger friend says, but if you have nothing in common, I think it smells like someone trying to get any comments back.<br /><br />I also think the more a blogger posts on his/her site, the more you feel pressure of "comments duty". I only blog once a week for this reason, so I and my readers can breath, and have a few days to comment.<br /><br />Yes, the comments where you feel the commenter has actually read the article and has something to add are the best, but to me any supportive comments are better than zero.<br />An alternative "how to" guide for bloggers, I'd read that for sure! I guess my article is a small contribution in that direction ( :Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09395044055566348346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-4932350430546541592012-05-25T01:38:30.469-07:002012-05-25T01:38:30.469-07:00This post is such a relief to me, not because I ge...This post is such a relief to me, not because I get zero comments, but because I have a really hard time leaving comments unless something really strikes a chord. And yet, all of the "How-To-Make-A-Good-Blog" posts that I have read talk about how essential comments are, that you have to run around leaving comments on everyone's posts incessantly, to the point where I felt like some days I had to decide between doing my "comment" duties and actually having a quality post on my own blog. <br /><br />The problem was that sometimes the weight of feeling like I had to leave comments everywhere felt more stressful than the joy I would receive when they commented back, especially when it felt like they too were doing it just to get comments... an endless circle. In the end --or at least where I am now-- I realized that the comments that meant the most to me were the ones that felt like someone had legitimately been moved by my post, so I try to do the same, commenting less to put points on the board and more when something really surprises or pleases me.<br /><br />I have often thought that someone should do an alternate "how to" guide for bloggers, looking at the accepted standard for each point and showing the benefits of doing the opposite. And then let each individual decide which mode works best for them. We might actually end up with a more interesting diversity of blogs that way!NeverTooEarlyMPhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06971628452385566511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-53923102622753880252012-05-24T10:00:26.631-07:002012-05-24T10:00:26.631-07:00@Nostra: indeed you can't NOT think about comm...@Nostra: indeed you can't NOT think about commenting, if you are in that world. <br />A good way to get recommendations (or warnings what to avoid) out there!<br />Also agree a great way to find new blogs with a similar taste, and make new friends ( :Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09395044055566348346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-46002892128561586622012-05-24T09:33:49.707-07:002012-05-24T09:33:49.707-07:00Wow, you really got people talking and of course I...Wow, you really got people talking and of course I had to comment too. I too think it's something that every blogger thinks about. Of course you will visit other blogs to check them out after they have left a comment, I think it is a great way to find new great blogs. As long as the comment is actually meaningful I really don't mind. If they are just one word I will delete them and not visit the blog.<br /><br />I really enjoy getting comments (always love reading them), but I also enjoy seeing how many people sign up for updates through email for example. Even though the number of people that comment is sometimes low for specific articles (for example ones about documentaries) it really doesn't matter. I enjoy the writing and if even one person watches a movie because of it then that's great.Nostrahttp://www.myfilmviews.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-54859915274959282942012-05-23T00:00:05.100-07:002012-05-23T00:00:05.100-07:00@Ruth: Is subjective how we perceive commenting. I...@Ruth: Is subjective how we perceive commenting. I think the trick is not to fear zero comments. I would admit it is a little extreme to have 50+ and my next music post has zero comments. <br />I'm trying not to worry about comments anymore, if they happen good, if they don't, no big deal. I love comments as much as the next man, but I don't want to be dependent on them. Though my blog would probably die if I got 50 zero's in a row!<br />ps Thanks Ruth for also sharing your views about ads!Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09395044055566348346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-16069266438199720642012-05-22T14:46:25.437-07:002012-05-22T14:46:25.437-07:00I feel the same way about ads, but since WordPress...I feel the same way about ads, but since WordPress launched the WordAds that is automatically built in to your blog without you having to do anything, I figure why not? Fortunately they don't mess with your layout.ruthhttp://flixchatter.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-61378859918696127982012-05-22T14:45:29.407-07:002012-05-22T14:45:29.407-07:00Well Chris, obviously it's the fear of every b...Well Chris, obviously it's the fear of every blogger. And see, when you blog about 'em you get a ton of comments! :D<br /><br />In the beginning, I'm used to having zero response on my posts, so even having 2-3 comments truly made my day! I do treasure comments and try to respond to each and every single one of them as much as possible. I even try to find out the person's name if I could so it's more personable.ruthhttp://flixchatter.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-62297738578275797902012-05-21T12:45:08.162-07:002012-05-21T12:45:08.162-07:00@Bonjour Tristesse: ha ha, yeah, perhaps I should ...@Bonjour Tristesse: ha ha, yeah, perhaps I should retire from blogging, can only go downhill from here! Just kidding, I'll stick around, of course. ( ;<br /><br />Plenty of good advice from this discussion, awesome!Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09395044055566348346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-17902330860681497272012-05-21T12:29:35.121-07:002012-05-21T12:29:35.121-07:00Wow, looks like you created a monster with this po...Wow, looks like you created a monster with this post. I just came back to see how things were going and it looks like you've started a great discussion here. Just don't be disappointed when the next one doesn't reach 50+ comments :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00597866901901238462noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-68729760231733703852012-05-20T22:20:40.566-07:002012-05-20T22:20:40.566-07:00@Andina: You're welcome. Yes, is often luck! I...@Andina: You're welcome. Yes, is often luck! I didn't mean no comments is a bad blog ( : How many you know in the blogosphere also counts to number of comments, and if everyone can weigh in on the topic !Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09395044055566348346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-50611890515616628442012-05-20T19:44:14.951-07:002012-05-20T19:44:14.951-07:00So sweet of you to say! I'm currently having t...So sweet of you to say! I'm currently having those right now, but I've predicted it. I don't think zero comments means your blog isn't good. Sometimes it happens, some posts have lots of comments, some don't. Have a good day, Chris!Andinahttp://www.inspired-ground.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-22501117061848760362012-05-20T11:42:55.317-07:002012-05-20T11:42:55.317-07:00@DWC: I know the feeling, we all start with zero f...@DWC: I know the feeling, we all start with zero followers!<br />Particularly those movie blogs who at first don't know about the LAMB community I think struggle to get regular comments. <br />There's no shame in wanting to be noticed and liked, who doesn't! You just have to learn to be happy on your own, when you're not being noticed as well ( :Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09395044055566348346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-69912477317726777172012-05-20T11:30:56.147-07:002012-05-20T11:30:56.147-07:00@Jaina: I like that approach of commenting as a bo...@Jaina: I like that approach of commenting as a bonus, and writing as the main thing. <br /><br />Reciprocating comments as an etiquette and a way of supporting our blogger friends is one way to look at the blogosphere. As long as it doesn't become buisnesslike, systematic, and unemotional.<br /><br />I don't have any adverts on my blog, because I have no interest in making money from blogging. Is a hobby for me, not a source of income ( : <br /><br />ps woohoo! 50 comments, guys!Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09395044055566348346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-81673917196551058352012-05-20T11:15:33.564-07:002012-05-20T11:15:33.564-07:00While i would like to say my blog is totally for m...While i would like to say my blog is totally for me, in the beginning i was kind of desperate to get followers. Although now that i have more bloggers frequently leaving me comments its not such a big deal. Still whenever i see a comment from a new person i get a little bit exciteddirtywithclasshttp://www.dirtywithclass.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-52622298659843476682012-05-20T10:50:18.329-07:002012-05-20T10:50:18.329-07:00This is a great post, especially for any bloggers ...This is a great post, especially for any bloggers out there who are just starting out and getting a bit down by a lack of comments on their blog. <br /><br />You're right about the blogosphere - all "how to blog" blogs and tips all state that commenting on other blogs is the best way to get people to notice yours. As there's the etiquette within the blogosphere to always reciprocate. I'm an advocate of that, but I don't just post comments just to get hits/comments. I'll post comments on things I want to post comments on. I started blogging because I wanted to blog and didn't care about comments. It's just a nice bonus. Though the nicer bonus is when you get the same people coming back and you build a nice sense of community and friendship.<br /><br />I guess maybe if your blog is solely up there for monetization purposes then you need a constant flow of hits and interaction on it. But if you're just doing it for yourself (like I do) then ... not too important. Just, like I said, a nice bonus.<br /><br />Excellent post!Jainahttp://time-wellspent.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-35212283688311043792012-05-19T00:07:36.949-07:002012-05-19T00:07:36.949-07:00@Chip Lary: I agree that changing who you are is u...@Chip Lary: I agree that changing who you are is unwise, you wouldn't feel comfortable blogging in the long run. Though no harm in experimenting with fresh ideas, because trying new things can help you grow as a person(in real life and in the blogosphere)<br /><br />hmm, I'm sorry to hear people are sometimes not answering your comments . Maybe it's a factor that I've noticed you write sometimes long comments on blogs? I love long detailed comments, but I know it could be overwhelming/time-consuming to answer for others. Bloggers are more likely to answer shorter comments I would think(even though it is less effort for you). I'm not trying to change who you are, just a piece of advice ( :<br /><br />Well the word verification turned off has given so far 1 spam comment, and lots of comments this week, so happy days here ( :Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09395044055566348346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-26624841824206467072012-05-18T15:30:12.812-07:002012-05-18T15:30:12.812-07:00Well, you picked a sure fire way to get comments, ...Well, you picked a sure fire way to get comments, didn't you?<br /><br />Like the others said, I like seeing new comments in my Inbox. I spent a lot of months with none at all, though, because my first followers were people I knew, most of whom were not into movies as much as I was. Once I got connected to more movie bloggers I started getting some.<br /><br />I don't believe in changing who I am to try to generate more traffic or comments, though. I'm not going to start posting reviews where I trash films, or write outrageous things, even though it would attract a lot more attention.<br /><br />By the way, don't let people bully you on the word verification. I had it suggested to me, too, and frankly it puzzles me. Almost every blog I follow has it, and they get tons of comments. Yes, some individuals don't like it, but should you have to pay the price of getting spammed constantly just to get a few more comments from people too impatient to take an extra few seconds? I got lots of spam at first, added the word verification, and have had a total of THREE spam comments in the 16 months since. If you don't get spam, then fine. If you do, you may have to consider turning it back on.<br /><br />The only thing that keeps me from commenting on a couple of blogs is that I've learned the people running them never respond. And I don't mean that they just don't say thank you, but that they don't even answer a follow-up question to their post.Chip Laryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00787403805554027107noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-62598174933296054792012-05-18T07:09:25.637-07:002012-05-18T07:09:25.637-07:00@Ruth and @Alex Withrow: What you both say is impo...@Ruth and @Alex Withrow: What you both say is important. If we look at the invisible readers of our blog in a positive way, then we won't be so cynical about zero comments. Good advice, thanks!Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09395044055566348346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-37465744249764974962012-05-18T03:04:24.562-07:002012-05-18T03:04:24.562-07:00@Lisa: No, you didn't offend me at all. My pur...@Lisa: No, you didn't offend me at all. My purpose of this article was to be critical of the overall system of commenting, not any particular individuals.<br /><br />LAMB or no LAMB, keep doing what makes you happy! <br /><br />Look forward to your response on the Cafe De Flore review at your site. Hope you didn't miss my comment ( :Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09395044055566348346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-72771028724899613112012-05-18T02:44:51.838-07:002012-05-18T02:44:51.838-07:00@Ruth: I know. There are just not enough hours in ...@Ruth: I know. There are just not enough hours in the day to read, think about, and comment on every blog out there.Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09395044055566348346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-67366399235217379132012-05-18T02:38:01.725-07:002012-05-18T02:38:01.725-07:00@3guys1movie: I'm thinking the removal of capt...@3guys1movie: I'm thinking the removal of captcha word verification has increased comments here at my blog, we will see, could just be a one off this week!<br /><br />PIA= pain in the ass? Not, Pakistan International Airlines, anyway! <br /><br />Funny comment, dude ( :Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09395044055566348346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-1146288278496596072012-05-18T02:32:49.077-07:002012-05-18T02:32:49.077-07:00@Jessica: Due to the overwhelming response, I'...@Jessica: Due to the overwhelming response, I'm considering a sequel to this piece for the future ( :Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09395044055566348346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619249406686227577.post-60501503716468747882012-05-18T02:30:33.863-07:002012-05-18T02:30:33.863-07:00@Dave: Yes, lucky me! I'm beginning to run out...@Dave: Yes, lucky me! I'm beginning to run out of things to say about this matter actually. Nice problem to have, I guess ( :Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09395044055566348346noreply@blogger.com