Got my blog up and running, need some help

bgmv · 07-23-2008, 05:38 PM

I just started my blog:

Shooting the $hit

I have a few posts, just to get going. I added some adsense, put up an RSS feed and changed the theme.

What am i supposed to do with those advertisement boxes on the bottom? Is the RSS feed in the right spot? I would just like some pointers on making this site cool and user friendly, I want to make people come back; for a reason other than my superb blogs!

Thanks.

weblord · 07-23-2008, 05:55 PM

on the bottom you can get some 125x125 sponsor ads via linkshare or cj.com
or also try adbrite.com

bgmv · 07-23-2008, 06:13 PM

thanks weblord. do i need a referral for CJ? I cant find a place to sign up on their site

weblord · 07-23-2008, 06:17 PM

just use
https://www.godaddy.com/gdshop/affiliates/landing.asp
then click on "earn up to U.S.$105 per sale"

Originally Posted by bgmv

thanks weblord. do i need a referral for CJ? I cant find a place to sign up on their site

bgmv · 07-23-2008, 06:55 PM

thanks weblord! what else should I add to my blog? anyone got some suggesgtions?

shockie · 07-23-2008, 09:43 PM

you might want to add the usual blog widgets... join mybloglog, blogcatalog, entrecard, technorati, etc... just don't over load with too many widgets! if you're planning on getting lots of rss subscribers then you should join feedburner too.

bgmv · 07-23-2008, 11:05 PM

Can someone explain to me the correlation between widgets and RSS feeds. I dont see how I am suppose to go about adding different feeds from different places. How does this bring me traffic? Where do i put the widgets and how do I use them effecitvely. Can someone customize my blog for some $$$?

shockie · 07-23-2008, 11:11 PM

there is no direct correlation, unless it's an rss widget. think of widgets as just applications you can add on. they could be a donate button, poll, tell the weather, visitor tracker, etc.

rss = really simple syndication. think of it as a way of showing your posts on someone else's website, feed reader, etc.

bgmv · 08-15-2008, 06:42 AM

So my blog has been running smoothly since Shockie helped me out. I am still looking for a banner/header...any other suggestions for Shooting the $hit

netzilla · 08-15-2008, 07:03 AM

Also, help promote your rss feed by publishing it on feedburner.

DDC_Cyn · 08-15-2008, 01:14 PM

I'd like to address the one thing most people overlook - the content! It's nicely written, you've got a newsy but opinionated style and it's easy to read so bravo! But when it comes to monetizing, it's tougher to do this with an "everything" blog as opposed to one with a subject. Not saying you should make a change because I like your style, just be aware that it can be harder to convert.

But then again, rereading your original post, I'm not sure you're interested in making money off of it (I'm sure you wouldn't mind if it happened, though.)

bgmv · 08-15-2008, 03:48 PM

Originally Posted by DDC_Cyn

I'd like to address the one thing most people overlook - the content! It's nicely written, you've got a newsy but opinionated style and it's easy to read so bravo! But when it comes to monetizing, it's tougher to do this with an "everything" blog as opposed to one with a subject. Not saying you should make a change because I like your style, just be aware that it can be harder to convert.

But then again, rereading your original post, I'm not sure you're interested in making money off of it (I'm sure you wouldn't mind if it happened, though.)

Thanks alot DDC_Cyn. + red added. I personally love writing these blogs and I feel that I put a good amount of effort into them. I just wish I could get more traffic and have more repeat visitors. I put up some ads but those arent going to pay the bills. I see what your saying about sticking to one subject but then I wouldnt be able to update daily, also there isnt really one subject I know alot of: maybe be cars, LLLL.com/net, school, thats about it. How do i get those visitors, how long does it take? I have subscribed to feedburner, technorati and all the others but after about a month I am seeing 200 uniques every 2 weeks, so 400 UV a month...is that good?

DDC_Cyn · 08-15-2008, 04:53 PM

Originally Posted by bgmv

I have subscribed to feedburner, technorati and all the others but after about a month I am seeing 200 uniques every 2 weeks, so 400 UV a month...is that good?

That's pretty good. Basically, all you can do is hook them in with your words. You're writing a blog for entertainment -- meaning people come to enjoy what you wrote as opposed to "I'm looking for a recipe for pea soup" kind of thing.
????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/website-development/496016-got-my-blog-up-running-need.html

That's the hardest and the most rewarding kind of blog to write. People will come back because of you. Open up on the blog, be yourself, let people get to know you. Ask questions, put up a poll. It takes time to build a readership. Believe me, I write a TV blog for fun and it's a tricky beast.

You have to love what you're doing and keep doing it. That's all you can do.

Dr. Teeth · 08-15-2008, 05:06 PM

I really like the title of your blog; 'Shooting the $hit'.

Gr8 going dude!

bgmv · 08-15-2008, 06:03 PM

Thanks for the kind words DDC and Doc. So I guess there isnt alot I can do, just keep on writing and try to acquire a dedicated reader presence. How would you rate my blog thus far?

Also the title: I thought it fit the blog perfectly, because Shooting the $hit is exactly what im doing.

I just put a poll! Can you guys check it out and vote on it please...maybe some comments

http://bgmv.com/tabloids/who-is-the-...jing-vote-now/

07-23-2008, 05:38 PM	THREAD STARTER #1 (permalink)
bgmv Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: bgmv.com Posts: 2,388 Follow @bvardag	Got my blog up and running, need some help I just started my blog: Shooting the $hit I have a few posts, just to get going. I added some adsense, put up an RSS feed and changed the theme. What am i supposed to do with those advertisement boxes on the bottom? Is the RSS feed in the right spot? I would just like some pointers on making this site cool and user friendly, I want to make people come back; for a reason other than my superb blogs! Thanks. __________________ HVAC Training Michael Myers Mask Joan Miro Great Keppel Island Calculadora Gratis Enclosed Car Transport Paperless Office Blood Diamonds SEO Boca Raton Serenity Prayer

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weblord NamePros Legend Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Philippines - www.Nabaza.com Posts: 19,785	on the bottom you can get some 125x125 sponsor ads via linkshare or cj.com or also try adbrite.com __________________ Nabaza.com - Amaia

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bgmv Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: bgmv.com Posts: 2,388 Follow @bvardag	thanks weblord. do i need a referral for CJ? I cant find a place to sign up on their site __________________ HVAC Training Michael Myers Mask Joan Miro Great Keppel Island Calculadora Gratis Enclosed Car Transport Paperless Office Blood Diamonds SEO Boca Raton Serenity Prayer

07-23-2008, 06:55 PM	THREAD STARTER #5 (permalink)
bgmv Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: bgmv.com Posts: 2,388 Follow @bvardag	thanks weblord! what else should I add to my blog? anyone got some suggesgtions? __________________ HVAC Training Michael Myers Mask Joan Miro Great Keppel Island Calculadora Gratis Enclosed Car Transport Paperless Office Blood Diamonds SEO Boca Raton Serenity Prayer

07-23-2008, 09:43 PM	#6 (permalink)
shockie Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 4,702	you might want to add the usual blog widgets... join mybloglog, blogcatalog, entrecard, technorati, etc... just don't over load with too many widgets! if you're planning on getting lots of rss subscribers then you should join feedburner too. __________________ - shockie

07-23-2008, 11:05 PM	THREAD STARTER #7 (permalink)
bgmv Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: bgmv.com Posts: 2,388 Follow @bvardag	Can someone explain to me the correlation between widgets and RSS feeds. I dont see how I am suppose to go about adding different feeds from different places. How does this bring me traffic? Where do i put the widgets and how do I use them effecitvely. Can someone customize my blog for some $$$? __________________ HVAC Training Michael Myers Mask Joan Miro Great Keppel Island Calculadora Gratis Enclosed Car Transport Paperless Office Blood Diamonds SEO Boca Raton Serenity Prayer

07-23-2008, 11:11 PM	#8 (permalink)
shockie Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 4,702	there is no direct correlation, unless it's an rss widget. think of widgets as just applications you can add on. they could be a donate button, poll, tell the weather, visitor tracker, etc. rss = really simple syndication. think of it as a way of showing your posts on someone else's website, feed reader, etc. __________________ - shockie

08-15-2008, 06:42 AM	THREAD STARTER #9 (permalink)
bgmv Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: bgmv.com Posts: 2,388 Follow @bvardag	So my blog has been running smoothly since Shockie helped me out. I am still looking for a banner/header...any other suggestions for Shooting the $hit __________________ HVAC Training Michael Myers Mask Joan Miro Great Keppel Island Calculadora Gratis Enclosed Car Transport Paperless Office Blood Diamonds SEO Boca Raton Serenity Prayer

08-15-2008, 07:03 AM	#10 (permalink)
netzilla Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 1,717	Also, help promote your rss feed by publishing it on feedburner.

08-15-2008, 01:14 PM	#11 (permalink)
DDC_Cyn NamePros Regular Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: The OC Posts: 385	I'd like to address the one thing most people overlook - the content! It's nicely written, you've got a newsy but opinionated style and it's easy to read so bravo! But when it comes to monetizing, it's tougher to do this with an "everything" blog as opposed to one with a subject. Not saying you should make a change because I like your style, just be aware that it can be harder to convert. But then again, rereading your original post, I'm not sure you're interested in making money off of it (I'm sure you wouldn't mind if it happened, though.) __________________ Maximize Your Revenue DDC -- Power Parking

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08-15-2008, 06:03 PM	THREAD STARTER #15 (permalink)
bgmv Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: bgmv.com Posts: 2,388 Follow @bvardag	Thanks for the kind words DDC and Doc. So I guess there isnt alot I can do, just keep on writing and try to acquire a dedicated reader presence. How would you rate my blog thus far? Also the title: I thought it fit the blog perfectly, because Shooting the $hit is exactly what im doing. I just put a poll! Can you guys check it out and vote on it please...maybe some comments http://bgmv.com/tabloids/who-is-the-...jing-vote-now/ __________________ HVAC Training Michael Myers Mask Joan Miro Great Keppel Island Calculadora Gratis Enclosed Car Transport Paperless Office Blood Diamonds SEO Boca Raton Serenity Prayer

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