You have a blog and love it, but want… more.
More comments. More interaction. More review and giveaway opportunities.
Gotcha. Here are the top three ways to grow your blog–they’re quick and simple steps that anyone can follow!
Three Ways To Grow Your Blog
1. Be social: Make sure you are part of social media networks such as facebook, twitter, Pinterest, and anything else that tickles your fancy. If you don’t love a network, don’t use it–your time is better spent on things that you love! Use these networks to not only share your posts, but to also share posts from other bloggers. Make sure to mention/tag them when you share! When sharing, instead of just adding a link within a status update, try to engage your audience. “Who is looking for the Easter Bunny? Karen of DesertChicaRamblings.com has a list of where to find the Easter Bunny in Tucson!”
2. Stick to a schedule: I know this one is tough – I am guilty of it, too! Try to post regularly – that might be every day, twice a week, or maybe even once a week. Whatever works for you, stick to it! Regular posts bring regular traffic.Sometimes, it helps to post (and comment) as part of a blog carnival/linky – What I Wore Wednesday and Made By You Monday are big ones! For a full list of blog carnivals/linkys head over to the Blog Guidebook Linky List.
3. Comment Love: Not only does leaving a comment create a backlink to your blog (good for SEO), but it gets your name out there! People don’t know about your blog unless you tell them, and this is a great way to spread the word. Other commenters will see your information and maybe decide to visit your blog, and the blog writer will probably click over and say hi, as well!
By following these guidelines, you should start to see an increase in your blog traffic within two months or so. By building your brand (yes, your blog is your brand!) and gaining momentum, you’ll be more visible to businesses that might want to work with you. Though it may seem like some blogs are an overnight success, it takes time and dedication to grow your blog.
Questions? Let me have them! I’m ready to help :)
Karen - Desert Chica Ramblings says
March 13, 2013 at 9:23 amGreat list! :-)
Kristi {at} Live & Love Out Loud says
March 14, 2013 at 10:57 amGreat list of a few great tips to really grow your blog. Love it, Becca!
Kelly @eclecticmommy says
March 14, 2013 at 8:40 pmSome really simple and fantastic tips, hence why I’m going to start clicking over and comment from my reader. I don’t think about the back link thing.
Hanan says
March 14, 2013 at 10:27 pmSuch simple tips, but so necessary!
Alexander Maurizi says
March 16, 2013 at 7:53 amThree excellent tips! I absolutely agree (especially the “time and dedication” part)!
Liz says
March 26, 2013 at 8:41 amGreat tips! I love how simple and easy to apply they are. Thank you!!! ;)
~Liz
Becca says
March 27, 2013 at 11:13 amThanks for stopping by, Liz!!
Marcela says
October 16, 2013 at 10:31 pmHey!
I just discovered this blog and I think is amazing! I started with my blog about 5 months ago and I really love what I do. Thanks for this helpul tips! Mine it’s a mexican blog so it’s in spanish, but you can translate it and surf all day long! http://www.shoppergirls.com Greetings from Mx
Monica@ The Modern Mrs. Blog says
October 24, 2013 at 6:00 pmBecca its great to find your blog and TONS of info. Hope you can come follow along too :)
Cassie says
June 15, 2017 at 2:04 pmI just read through this and started to comment. It wasn’t until then that I realized this post is 4 years old and still very relevant. It also illustrates the importance of re-using popular content. Thanks for sharing these tips!