January 2016 I had 100 followers, as of January 2017 I have 1169 followers. That's a growth of just over 1000 in 12 months, and so far 2017 is looking to smash that. The most common thing I hear on Twitter is the struggle on growing Bloglovin'.. So I thought I would give my last post an update, and share with you all what works for me!
So here is my big secret...
I actually use Bloglovin'... Sounds silly right? Using something you want to grow, but its all it needs really. So I started using it to read and comment on blogs.
The easiest way to do this is by using the "Following" function on the menu bar. I then add blogs into categories, here is the options I use, but you can make them anything you like really:
By doing this it then filters all the ones you want to read first. I keep the groups small, so I can attempt to keep up, but it helps me keep on top of the posts I am obsessing over, and the people and friends I want to catch up with. Once I have been into the filters, I will then read and comment on a few in my main feed, then add or remove any in the categories. They change all the time to keep up with everyone :)
I know the most common way to keep track of blogs is usually twitter, but I promise that giving this a go will work out well for you - and you will begin to appreciate it for keeping you up to date too.
To help with growth I also make sure to tweet out my link twice a day, and I will also make sure to leave my icon at the bottom of every post. No one likes to hunt to follow you - make it simple, easy & straightforward.
I will also find new blogs through friends posts, twitter, and make a point of leaving a good, full comment about their post, follow them on BL, and say at the end of the comment "I've just followed you on BL!" Don't say "Follow me, or follow me back" Leave it up to them - It's all about the engagement!
If there is any other questions you would like to know make sure to ask in the comments!
Do you use bloglovin'? Do you find growth hard? Let me know :)
Oh and make sure to follow me! ;)
I love bloglovin' it makes it so easy to see all my favourite blogs in one place. I followed you lovely.
ReplyDeleteBeckie xo // The Pale Tails
Thank you so much lovely! I'll make sure to follow back :)
DeleteYou always inspire mi with these posts. You've done amazing job throughout the year. Congratulations.
ReplyDeleteMichelle Morchella
Thank you so much lovely :)
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