Day by day, blogs are getting extremely popular. More and more are getting addicted to updating ones thoughts, writing logs and sharing miscellaneous activity. There seems to be no indication of trend reversal.. but now with increased awareness more and more are becoming aware of this new phenomenon. If you are competing for a popular spot in the blog running, here are some tips to get your blog on that high pedestal.
First of all it is important to get your name out there. Social networking, like blogging, is extremely popular as well. The more public accounts you have online the more exposure your profile/blog will become.
You could start a controversy. Current trends in news are one of the most popular and active blogs on the internet. You could start a contest, and give away prizes. It is important to keep people actively involved. Asking questions, encouraging opinions and creating polls can bump up your traffic as well.
Dressing up your blog is also important too. Making your blog visually pleasing will keep them coming back to read. Branding your blog will also give it an identity. Make sure it has a catch-phrase, or a logo.
Advertising is also a bump for your blog. You could make bumper stickers or tshirts that may lure some people to your site, or maybe post your blog’s ad in the local newspaper or the yellow pages.
Also, it is very helpful to keep a track of websites that pick up your articles or press releases, Offer them exclusive news or content. Other possibilities are starting a newsletter, podcasting, get featured in print magazine, start a blog comic strip, build tools that your visitors may find a use for, and publicize!
