Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Google Reader and Posting Comments
I was just musing on the fact that since most of the people I know have started using Google Reader to keep on top of blog updates (myself included), I have seen a sharp decline in comments on my blog. And I dare say that I comment less on others' blogs, too. Maybe it's the extra effort it takes to open up the blog page and then leave a comment, rather than having a comment link readily available. Maybe it's because I don't read other peoples' comments and, therefore, don't feel the need to put in your own two cents. Has anyone else noticed this phenomenon? I guess I shouldn't solicit comments like that. A lack of comment on this blog would only validate my point even more. Anyway, food for thought . . .
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Here's your blasted comment!
I know what you mean. I sometimes feel too lazy to comment when I'm in Google Reader, but then I try not to be a jerk and so I comment anyway. Plus it probably helps me lose weight. (All the typing and opening of tabs...)
I don't think I've seen any correlation between how readers access content and comment frequency. It seems to depend more on content, specifically if the content is a conversation starter or not. These starters are usually one of two things: a strong opinion on a topic or a specific solicitation for reader opinions. A simple "what do you think" at the end draws in an amazing number of additional comments.
i agree. i never comment anymore...although i have been loving hearing about your trip!
You have to say something that is moving enough to either start a fire, so there is a need to comment, or something profound... However, this doesn't always work - see the lack of comments on my blog as well... Sorry.!
Invalidation!
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