Comments on: 10 Things That Bloggers Tend to Forget, But Shouldn’t!

By: Vijasondosdia

Vijasondosdia — Mon, 14 Nov 2022 17:59:40 +0000

Common sense, yet many bloggers are reluctant to upgrade their WordPress software. Some people deliberately choose to use older versions. That could be possible if you know what you are doing (i.e. if you know to patch the security holes). If that is not your case, though, just stick with the latest version.

By: Theresa Allemanon

Theresa Allemanon — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 18:04:00 +0000

Terrific post! Getting an outside set of eyes or a Professional grammar editor to proofread your work is the surest way to get all the misspelled words and awkward phrases corrected.

By: Mark Walusimbion

Mark Walusimbion — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 18:03:00 +0000

This is a wonderful post. My advise is not to count on MS Word spell checker or any software. Just get someone else to look at your work.

By: BLOGBOOZE

BLOGBOOZE — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 11:20:00 +0000

I like the phrase “Sometimes who you know is more important than what you know” very much. that single sentence tells you how important is it to have a network of bloggers…

By: Bradly

Bradly — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 13:14:00 +0000

This is seriously a great post. Reminded me of a few things I need to do on my own site.

By: Jan Polzer

Jan Polzer — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 12:26:00 +0000

Yes, backup is one of the most important and one of the most ignored things.

By: Daniel

Daniel — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 11:34:00 +0000

Karla, the latest version of Firefox also comes with an inline spell checker. It is one of the most useful features I use these days.

By: Karla

Karla — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 11:30:00 +0000

To the first tip, I would like to add that with the availability of Dictionary.com and Merriamwebster.com on the Internet, it’s become so easy to double-check spelling. I happen to be an editor, and I honestly am annoyed with bloggers who’ve been around but continue to refer to “buylines” and “parteh.” It propagates a generation that doesn’t know how to spell. But then, who knows, with the English language being so vibrant, in a decade that might be acceptable. But let’s not go there. Good points though.

By: Catherine L

Catherine L — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 10:37:00 +0000

Hi Daniel. These are spot on tips. And you are so right about the benefits of upgrading wordpress. I could not get my image plugin to work on my blog. And I finally upgraded wordpress last night and it works no trouble. You are so right about commenting too. I have noticed some bloggers have begun not commenting or replying to questions on their blogs. It is a real turnoff because it’s like they don’t value their readers.

By: Jay F.H.

Jay F.H. — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 10:09:00 +0000

To Blog. You forgot that one. ;o)

By: Acebone

Acebone — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 07:16:00 +0000

Great 🙂 do I win a prize

By: Daniel

Daniel — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 06:57:00 +0000

maritza, I don’t, but I will write one soon, thanks for the input.

By: Daniel

Daniel — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 06:56:00 +0000

Acebone, it was done on purpose to see if the readers were paying attention :).

By: maritzia

maritzia — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 06:55:00 +0000

I don’t suppose you have a nifty link to a post somewhere discussing blog networking *smiles prettily*, for us newbies, you know.

By: Acebone

Acebone — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 06:52:00 +0000

“If you browse around the blogosphere you will notice that the vast majority of the bloogers do not proofread” You are so right: bloogers?

By: WAHM Tara

WAHM Tara — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 06:30:00 +0000

This is a very good list!

By: Tejvan

Tejvan — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 05:16:00 +0000

Very good advice. I can think of personal examples for all those 10. I would just add enjoy your blogging. If you enjoy it you will be motivated to do all these 10 things.

By: Andre

Andre — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 04:24:00 +0000

“Link to older posts” I can add the inverse of that: “Link to newer from older” is a great tip that increased my traffic HUGELY.

By: Ben

Ben — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 04:19:00 +0000

Great reminder list. Defintely some things that I need to work. Thanks

By: Guilherme O'Connor

Guilherme O'Connor — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 00:35:00 +0000

Backups are essential. The easiest way I found to have a secure automatic backup on my wordpress blog was to install a plugin that sends an hourly backup to my Gmail (which is much safer than leaving the backup on the same server). And you can configure your Gmail to send your backup to the trash, where it will remain safe for 30 days if you ever need it. I’m sure this can be done with other mail systems.

By: SolShine7

SolShine7 — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 09:15:00 +0000

Excellent reminders!!!

By: Keith

Keith — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 07:24:00 +0000

OUTSTANDING list…bookmarked!!! Best Wishes, Keith Johnson, Author “365 Great Affirmations”

By: brownkidd

brownkidd — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 21:02:00 +0000

Hey there. I’ve been browsing the net for some good advice on getting a blog off the ground and this place is quite helpful. One thing, though: just about every article I’ve read regarding blogging says that networking is crucial, but no one ever elaborates. What’s a good way to network? If it’s emailing people, what should I say in the email? If it’s making phone calls, what should I say on the call? Should I be serious and businessy, or my laid-back self? I’d appreciate any advice you could give. Feel free to email me back at brownkidd@albotas.com or check out my blog, albotas.com Thanks.

By: Mattresses

Mattresses — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 07:32:00 +0000

thanks, all these tidbits are rather useful pieces of information.

By: Free Traffic

Free Traffic — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 12:58:00 +0000

I’m happy Everytime I come to your blog because I always find new valuable information. One of these 10 things I had never used is Backup. This is a great tip. Thanks for the list!

By: Talina

Talina — Tue, 01 Jan 2008 22:13:00 +0000

Thanks for the reminders! Good tips!

By: Jim

Jim — Tue, 01 Jan 2008 08:26:00 +0000

Great list! Now I have to go and take care of a few things I’ve, uh, forgotten.

By: Jacky

Jacky — Tue, 01 Jan 2008 07:26:00 +0000

Really good advice.. ^.^