Mike from Ordinary Folk, Brown Baron from Brown Thoughts, and Mark from Me and My Drum have come up with the iReply Movement. What a splendid idea. I have mentioned before on my blog that if a fellow blogger has taken the time to visit your blog, it’s very good etiquette for you to return the visit.
I have commented on so many new blogs where the blogger never repays the visit. Many bloggers use the excuse that they could not find anything to comment on and they did not want to comment for the sake of commenting. I respect that, but my blogging pattern is so diverse that I can not understand how a blogger could hide behind that excuse with me.
There has to be something on my blog worthy of feedback. I don’t want anyone to comment for the sake of commenting, but if I visit your blog the least you can do is visit my blog surf through my archives and find something that interests you.
This is one reason I feel that the iReply movement is a great idea. Blogging is not just about marketing; it’s about creating lasting relationships. If you feel the same way as I do then why not join the iReply movement?
If you liked this post, why not buy me a coffee?
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16 responses so far ↓
Wrote: Aug 8, 2007 at 4:38 pm
Rose, you are an inspiration and a genius.
I have been reading your blog for the past 2 days and you have totally changed my mindset.
I think it is vital for EVERY blogger to set you as their favorite and follow your advice.
I am only my way to sign up for ireply
Wrote: Aug 8, 2007 at 4:47 pm
Great idea. I always return the favor when someone visits my site.
Question: On your first paragraph :do you mean excuse instead of accuse? Just curious.
Marie
Wrote: Aug 8, 2007 at 4:52 pm
Hi Marie, I’m a writer. ROFL- Thank you so much for pointing that out. Geez! Now I’m embarrassed. Yes it is should be excuse.
Carl, thank you and I’m glad that you are finding my blog helpful. Send me an email, would you?
Wrote: Aug 8, 2007 at 5:45 pm
You always have great ideas! I’m going buy you a coffee.
Wrote: Aug 8, 2007 at 6:41 pm
I try to do this all the time. It takes so little of your time (unless you get thousands of comments) so why not?
Wrote: Aug 8, 2007 at 8:11 pm
good to see that you have joined the ‘movement’ as well, they are a great group of guys anyways
I responded to your comment on our blog about contests. Hope you come check it out
Thanks
Wrote: Aug 8, 2007 at 8:23 pm
Bob, thank you for another cup of coffee.
Steve exactly!
Blog about your blog, I’ll drop by and see what you had to say.
Wrote: Aug 8, 2007 at 9:42 pm
Hi, Rose
I’ve just joined the iReply movement. Seems an excellent idea to me
Best wishes,
Jon
Wrote: Aug 8, 2007 at 10:15 pm
Great Jon. Boy I have lots of commenting to do. It will keep my mind off of health problems.
Wrote: Aug 8, 2007 at 10:53 pm
Your blog has many wonderful things to read. I’m always glad to drop in.
Wrote: Aug 8, 2007 at 11:15 pm
Please keep me informed on any changes as far as your health is concerned OK?
Responding to your comment on my blog, the answer is YES. I accept requests, and if they come from you, sure they are good. Just tell me what you’d like to see and I’ll try to post it as sonn as possible
Big hugs,
Jon
Wrote: Aug 9, 2007 at 1:31 am
Long time no see hehe. Thanks for link love:smile:
I hope you feel better Rose:grin:
Wrote: Aug 9, 2007 at 1:55 am
Rose, this is the first time I’ve seen this, I’ve been so busy changing my blogs around, I haven’t gotten “out” as much as normal. I’ll check it out!
Wrote: Aug 9, 2007 at 2:08 am
I have been practicing this before I stumbled on this movement. I like the interaction between the writer and the readers. Great blog, I will be back for more.
Wrote: Aug 10, 2007 at 6:34 am
I think that this is a great plan to follow. Everyone loves comments, writing and receiving, so it’s a win-win for us all.
Wrote: Aug 11, 2007 at 11:24 pm
I agree it’s a good etiquette, but I don’t think it would be practical for more popular bloggers that get lots of comments (I am not one of them).