I’ve heard there’s some automated software that can go around posting arcane comments on people’s sites. The links to those people’s sites are always in the comments. Whatever! Such a waste. Whoever purchases something like that is a real loser in my opinion, because most sites will have filters in place to keep the garbage out. I know some do this thinking that they’ll get back-links and possibly make sales, but why would anyone want to visit a site who’s owner posts a bunch of canned drivel? Meanwhile, someone made a bunch of money selling the software.
This site is not a busy site. No doubt it’d due to the fact that I’m not twittering or face-booking or leaving the site name in my signature. In time, I guess more ‘legitimate’ people with poignant comments will show up. Meanwhile, I’m OK with the status of this site. I created it for the reasons stated – to talk about my experiences on line, at work, with art and computers, etc.
I have a lot of energy, and though it doesn’t necessarily translate into physical activity, it does require that I am doing something at all times – most of the time anyway. So I write, or I build sites, or I visit computer, web, art related forums. I can spend hours doing these things and am quite content doing them.
When I do make comments on someone’s site, I try to keep it germane to the topic and ask thoughtful questions. I know that’s the type of commenter I would like to engage. Which brings out another point…
Even though I take the time to make decent comments, I seldom hear back from the site owner – not through the comment section or email. In my opinion, responding is a way to build good back links. I say something timely on your site, you say something timely on mine, we like the repartee, and the next thing you know, we’re linking to each other’s sites. It’s a win-win because if we’re linking to each other’s sites, and visitors like the content and commenting that’s going on, it stands to reason they’d maybe give consideration to making a purchase if something they need is being offered. They’ll probably visit again, even bookmark the site. I just wish more people would concentrate on substance instead of racking up numbers that do nothing for them.
