Want More Blog Comment Activity? Use Polls
October 22, 2007
Almost every blog owner I know would love having more comments. But how? That is the million dollar question. One really simple way is to create something for people to talk about. Give them something to do and talk about. I’ve found quick polls or mini quizzes work nicely. They also have the fun factor that makes people want to come to your blog when you email them. In addition, if you share some of your results, in the comments as well as give your own spin on the results, you may get others to write their take on the result. You could also make this a weekly column that way people expect some activity at a certain day of the week and have incentive to return.
The bottom line, if you don’t give them something to talk about, people won’t talk.
For an example, check out this blog entry.
Asking For Feedback On Forums?
October 18, 2007
I see people asking questions on forums almost every day but the feedback you see on a forum may or may not be useful. It’s easy enough for your forum friends to give you positive feedback and it’s rare that someone will come along and give you a serious critique.
How much better can it be to create an anonymous survey and invite people to complete it in privacy?
You’re more likely to get honest answers and spot potential trouble spots when people can offer their thoughts securely and without fear of public reprisal.
