Comments on: Fans, Followers & The Drip, Drip, Drop

By: Sammy Nams

Sammy Nams — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 10:38:01 +0000

Entirely Agreed! I was just discussing this same concept with a fellow blogger, but not in such a nice concise post. Great stuff.

By: Debra Askanase

Debra Askanase — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 05:20:08 +0000

David,
Thanks for finding me on twitter, which led me to your excellent blog. A comment on the “greatness” of each post: what an “impossible hill to climb,” as you wrote in a later post. Yes, each of us tries to publish a great morsel every post, but that is a lot of pressure. I try to consider firstly: who is my audience, secondly: why do they read my blog, and thirdly: how can I help them? I find that to be less pressure and then I know I’m writing for a purpose. Eventually, I hope, they will become fans if my approach is consistent. Look forward to reading more!

By: David Lano

David Lano — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 02:02:02 +0000

@Melany – I agree! I’ve also really enjoyed reading the comments. Everyone has added so much to the conversation. Thank you!

@Brokendoll – Thanks, and you’re welcome! :)

By: BrokenDoll

BrokenDoll — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 22:44:37 +0000

Great article. I think this is the exact thing that is one many bloggers minds. The idea behind the Drip, Drip, Drop is spot on. Thank you for sharing with us.

By: Melany Gallant

Melany Gallant — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 17:48:44 +0000

I’ve enjoyed reading everyone’s follow-up comments to this post. Very salient subject, especially useful for people starting out in social media. But also a useful reminder for those who’ve been at it a while. Thanks!

By: David Lano

David Lano — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 05:25:16 +0000

@Rob – Thanks! I can totally relate with you. I felt as though I had good content…but just wasn’t getting any readers. The social networking definitely gives you a boost, but for those loyal readers you have to provide that slow steady stream of amazing content. Not easy, but absolutely crucial.

I’ve looked at your latest posts and really enjoy what you have to say. I’ve already told you this in an email….but I’m subscribed to your feed and look forward to your future posts!

@John – Excellent point John. Each drip can actually hurt your following if it’s full of mediocre content. I can’t emphasis enough the important of quality, relevant drips. Well said!

@Blabweb – Thank you! Yes, I totally agree. It seems as though it takes FOREVER to get to that point, but you’re absolutely right. Well worth it in my opinion!

By: blabweb

blabweb — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 06:44:54 +0000

Very Valuable post here. I agree with the fact that content must be awesome throughout one’s blog and should show no variance in quality. Reputation takes time to build, but once you have established yourself as a reputable person, the word will spread automatically.

By the way, Thanks for the follow on twitter :)

By: John

John — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 21:22:51 +0000

David, So true. One thing that I have been learning is that I have to be alert enough to see the great things. If I saturate my readers, clients, …the world, with mediocrity then the dripping will just drive them away. If I am able to find the great things and then in turn offer them, then the drips will make a difference and people will trust me, follow me, listen to me. Good post!
John

By: Rob Barrett

Rob Barrett — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:14:48 +0000

Great post, David. A very worthy viewpoint.

I think when I first got serious about my website last year, I was expecting far too much, far too soon. I wasn’t regularly blogging, and really, I wasn’t very active at all in the design community.

Now though, I’m chatting to other designers every day through Twitter, my blog is getting regular additions, and I’m reading and commenting more on design work around the web. It’s working for me. Nothing massive just yet, but I’m noticing the steady increase as I keep on making contributions.

By: AJ Troxell

AJ Troxell — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 21:44:42 +0000

I follow you…..wait, was that a Twitter pun? Hm. Great article!