In all my posts about SEO I’ve written about the importance of writing for people, not the search engines. My point being that what you actually want is for people to read your site, or blog, and to like what they read, because people will buy from you – the search engines won’t.
I saw a great post from Jack Humphrey today which was actually on the question of the ‘nofollow’ flag and how the hullabaloo over ‘nofollow’ over the past year has led to a general decline in the amount of comments being left on blogs.
Jack’s point is that to avoid leaving comments on blogs simply because they have the no follow flag set is costing you traffic and, in any case, is the wrong reason to decide not to leave comments.
You’re making a decision on whether to comment based on what the search engines will make of it. Which is no different from writing for the search engines
Comments are an essential element of the blogosphere and, I have to admit, one that I have sorely neglected. Undoubtedly to my loss. But they are an essential part of it, and vital to building the flow of knowledge.
To avoid commenting on a blog because it has the no follow flag set is hurting both you and the blogosphere.
And here’s my commitment to getting my ass into gear and being more participative (meaning I’m going to comment more) in the future.
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This is a great post for many reasons. What I have to say here is along the same lines as what you’re getting at. As the owner and operator of one of the biggest review sites on the web, I have a few things to say about money making programs.
I’ve tried, tested, and reviewed literally hundreds of programs and they all have one thing in common at least….they all have someone behind the scenes promoting it.
All programs have the potential to make money but the person/representative behind the program is almost always the reason for its success/failure.
Think about it…how many times have you been approached by someone representing a program and they have, for whatever reason, rubbed you wrong in some way or misrepresented the business/opportunity?
So before you get involved with a program, it is strongly recommended that you check them out on sites like these and mine to learn the truth, public opinion, and exact details BEFORE you waste your time, money, and energy on something that is not worth your time.
Sincerely,
Craig Raphael
http://www.HomeBasedBusinessScamReviews.com
Thanks Craig,
A little off the topic of this post, but your site is a good resource for anyone considering one of the many home business opportunities that are out there!
Cheers,
Martin.