tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post621395695009580592..comments2024-03-08T00:53:58.620-05:00Comments on Welcome to the UNI-corner: Blog and TpT EtiquetteChristina Bainbridgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16706097644672521776noreply@blogger.comBlogger129125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-43658357279478162292013-02-12T20:13:33.691-05:002013-02-12T20:13:33.691-05:00This is awesome and I really appreciate this as bo...This is awesome and I really appreciate this as both a new blogger and tpt seller. It's hard and overwhelming to know whats right and wrong in this new adventure. <br /><br />Thanks for the help :)<br /><br />ErikaErikahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02667740782772503746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-644170627685078462013-01-20T16:40:39.049-05:002013-01-20T16:40:39.049-05:00Christina, thanks for validating what I suspected ...Christina, thanks for validating what I suspected to be proper blogging etiquette. I'm a couple weeks into creating my blog and finding my blogging voice, and it's always a happy surprise when someone comments on my thoughts. That's how I treat my comments, also- as something heartfelt. I've found some kindred spirits through blogging. Anything else that comes of it is gravy! <br /><br />Thanks again for the gentle reminders!<br />PamPamela Kranzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01357966919964673584noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-44020092599258027712013-01-15T19:53:14.223-05:002013-01-15T19:53:14.223-05:00Thanks for this post! Its SO important to build c...Thanks for this post! Its SO important to build community online the same as you would in your classroom or in your own personal life. It's always hard to be the newbie! <br /><br />I've read a lot of TPT sellers requesting leaving feedback about freebies. Is there a way to do that on TPT? Or are they just wanting a comment on their blog about it? I've looked, and asked a couple sellers, but never gotten a response. Just curious. Freebies are usually what I use the most so I'd love to share feedback on them (but am probably only likely to do it if its convenient, let's be honest) Thanks in advance for answering my questions! Erikahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09085272227841600642noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-80620574407986362532013-01-14T18:58:59.403-05:002013-01-14T18:58:59.403-05:00Hi there!
I just commented on another one of your...Hi there!<br /><br />I just commented on another one of your posts and then came and found this one as I was looking around. I have to say that as someone who has just started blogging and has only been selling on TpT for less than a year, it is nice to hear from bloggers who are successful. It's helpful as a newbie to hear from others that are doing such an awesome job at something that is so much fun.<br /><br />I really enjoy your blog and look forward to keeping up with it.<br /><br />Thanks for the post!<br /><br />StaceyStacey @ Riedmiller's Roomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04658132406953991875noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-58291177246501471702013-01-13T15:21:29.548-05:002013-01-13T15:21:29.548-05:00Well said!
I am new to blogging and yes I LOVE ge...Well said! <br />I am new to blogging and yes I LOVE getting comments but not the comments that are asking me to follow them. It does bother me. I want genuine comments. In the beginning I thought that was the thing to do but it never felt right to me. <br /><br />This is a great post especially for 'Newbies'.<br /><br />It is my belief that you need to think about your purpose for blogging~ is it just to achieve 'followers'? <br />Rhonda<br /><a href="http://rhondabaldacchino.blogspot.com.au/" rel="nofollow">Classroom Fun</a>Rhondahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18026876946832942381noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-14010056364152662932013-01-11T20:54:57.782-05:002013-01-11T20:54:57.782-05:00I just happened to stumble across your site today ...I just happened to stumble across your site today as a link from another site and I was very interested in this post. I am new to both blogging and TPT. I started my store in August and have really gotten into it, so I thought I would try out the whole blogging world. I have followed several blogs for awhile but never really commented much...just kind of watched and used ideas for my own classroom and making my teaching better. I had never really thought of blogging etiquette but I guess it makes sense, as there is always an appropriate etiquette. I saw so many posts that were like this, I didn't even realize that people felt that it was fishing for followers. <br /><br />I am curious though, as a new blogger, how do I go about getting help and constructive criticism for my blog? I currently have 6 followers...not much, but I haven't been up long. I know that it takes time, but more than anything I would love some constructive criticism on how to make my blog better and more appealing to followers. I am learning to be "techy" and I catch on quickly but I am honestly just learning as I go. For example, I just learned a couple weeks ago how to add my own blog to the bottom of a post. Recently I have posted on others' sites, (giving great feedback) in hopes that they will return the favor and give me some of the feedback that I need to keep going. Does this make sense? Maybe there are some blogs you would suggest I follow for info on how to make my blog better? Would love some advice on this!<br /><br />Thanks!<br />Jessica<br /><a href="http://hangingoutinfirst.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Hanging Out in First!</a> Jessica Hamiltonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15682627435031761156noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-63524617475424930772013-01-10T21:07:45.314-05:002013-01-10T21:07:45.314-05:00Although I am not a Lions fan. I am a fan of this...Although I am not a Lions fan. I am a fan of this post! Everything you said is so very true. I tried to read most of the comments also (however there are a ton) but I agree with what I read. Meaningful comments and suggestions in Q&A would be FABULOUS before someone just rates you and doesn't give you a chance to fix what was wrong. I find that even though I work hours on my stuff, I am only human. I love constructive feedback. On another note, I don't have that much knowledge in bloggin because I just started myself. However, I think one of my favorite things is seeing some personal info about the person whose blog your reading. It is a fun way to get to know the human behind the blog! Thanks for your sharing your thoughts!<br />;0) Cara<br /><a href="http://kindergartenboomboom.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Kindergarten Boom Boom</a><br />P/S I am your newest follower!<br />Carahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13718280673474217916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-24172960059596311832013-01-10T20:31:58.015-05:002013-01-10T20:31:58.015-05:00I totally appreciate your words of wisdom for new ...I totally appreciate your words of wisdom for new bloggers! I just started a blog (http://thetechieteacher2.blogspot.com) and I put your button on my "Best Blogs" page. Thank you for all you do for the cyber community!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09059371502049727520noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-42906326553522279852013-01-09T23:24:12.667-05:002013-01-09T23:24:12.667-05:00This is very true! I even get emails from people a...This is very true! I even get emails from people asking me to follow them simply because we live in the same country...One person who asked me to follow them because they were following me didn't have any products relevant to the levels I teach and they clearly hadn't taken the time to check out me to see if I was a person that would actually purchase their products. So annoying!<br /><br /><a href="http://teachingproduct.blogspot.com.au/" rel="nofollow">TeachingProducts</a>Jennifer Douglashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07470264429797923533noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-22454060982550670982013-01-08T23:04:26.275-05:002013-01-08T23:04:26.275-05:00Fab post! I really enjoy how you and Erica are bo...Fab post! I really enjoy how you and <a href="http://ericabohrer.blogspot.ca/2013/01/tell-it-like-it-is-blogging-and-tpt.html?showComment=1357703181250" rel="nofollow">Erica</a> are both bringing these matters up close & personal for all of us. I am not one to notice these sort of things much but can see how it could be frustrating to others. I figured more of these things would just kind of be common sense, though I have to admit I do kind of like it when someone lets me know that they are a new follower of mine since I'm a newbie compared to some of the veteran bloggers. I will certainly keep your suggestions in mind that is for sure. I am so glad you shared your thoughts and kept it "real". On the note about getting emails from new bloggers asking questions I would think this would be kind of encourage, at least a bit? I have never emailed a blogger for questions, mainly because I don't have the courage but wouldn't that be more flattering than a pain in the butt. I mean as long as the email was sincere and has a reasonable question or concern. Thanks for being awesome.<br />P.S. I'm in love with your blog design!!!<br /><br />Brittany<br /> <a href="http://lovelyliteracyandmore.blogspot.ca/2012/09/best-tip-of-day.html" rel="nofollow">Lovely Literacy & More</a><br /><br />BrittanyBrittany Weidlichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13484922384100117050noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-40488202270189850002013-01-08T20:55:39.127-05:002013-01-08T20:55:39.127-05:00Great post! I am new to both blogging and TpT. R...Great post! I am new to both blogging and TpT. Recently, I got a comment on TpT telling me to return the favor and rate their freebie all A's....I was dumbfounded! And I did not return the favor, but it sure seemed weird! I imagine it happens a lot to people who have successful shops! It definitely rubs wrong.<br /><br />Anyway, thanks for sharing your thoughts and expertise!<br /><br />~Kristen<br />http://kinderpillars.blogspot.com/Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01978099636396902439noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-1608664863682089172013-01-08T20:37:41.157-05:002013-01-08T20:37:41.157-05:00This was WONDERFUL and so well written! I shared ...This was WONDERFUL and so well written! I shared it on my blog to send others over to read it! :-)<br /><br />Cynthia<br /><a href="http://2ndgradepad.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">2nd Grade Pad</a><br />Cynthiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14880536592295941267noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-35305221321145932272013-01-08T12:55:25.342-05:002013-01-08T12:55:25.342-05:00This comment has been removed by the author.Ashleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09029429405300697756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-20799104079513844702013-01-08T12:53:33.333-05:002013-01-08T12:53:33.333-05:00PERFECTLY said! Everyone should read this before ...PERFECTLY said! Everyone should read this before starting a blog or joining TPT. I just started blogging in September & have *What I think* gained followers pretty quickly (I am up to 59) because I genuinely interact with other bloggers, comment on posts that have given me those "Wow" feelings & am doing this because I enjoy it. I never though that in 4 months I would have more than 50 followers but I am so thankful for each and every one of my followers. I really hate when the even newer ones come to my blog & are follow mine just to say, "I'm a new follower, come check out my blog!" I'm here to make bloggy friends & get ideas from some amazing teachers that I would never get the chance to meet otherwise. I appreciate & respect you for writing this! Thanks :)<br /><br />Ashley<br /><a href="http://primaryteacherhood.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Primary Teacherhood</a>Ashleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09029429405300697756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-16487000435257091402013-01-08T06:37:03.382-05:002013-01-08T06:37:03.382-05:00WOW!! Thank you for your advice Christina. I am ve...WOW!! Thank you for your advice Christina. I am very VERY new to blogging and TPT and it's good to know some of the do's and don'ts from someone more experienced.<br />I will definitely take on your advice.<br /><br />Chantelle<br /><a href="http://missjacobslittlelearners.blogspot.com.au" rel="nofollow">Little Learners</a>Miss Jacobs Little Learnershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14463859443205401514noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-11734196314063694692013-01-07T21:53:36.771-05:002013-01-07T21:53:36.771-05:00I appreciate your heartfelt advice. I am a fairly...I appreciate your heartfelt advice. I am a fairly new blogger and brand new TPTer and have made numerous mistakes. As someone said above, I too have emailed more seasoned bloggers for advice and have never gotten a response, so I am thankful for this post. I have left those "I'm your newest follower" and "Come check me out" comments many times. I never meant for them to be annoying or to come across as begging. I sincerely want to build relationships with other teachers through this medium. Reading others blog posts and seeing what other are doing in their classrooms has made me a better teacher. <br />Sharon<br /><a href="http://www.buggyforfirstgrade.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Buggy for First Grade</a>Buggy for First Gradehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03988273062481235371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-79659753152360014712013-01-07T20:49:27.889-05:002013-01-07T20:49:27.889-05:00I feel the same frustration when I get that same c...I feel the same frustration when I get that same comment on an item in my TPT store! I usually don't visit their page if they put that. Thank you for taking your time to list your do's and don'ts. It definitely doesn't happen overnight but it is worth the wait of building community throughout the blog world. Thanks for your post! :)<br /><br />-Courtney<br />http://2ndgradesnapshots.blogspot.com/Courtneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07890384218324063785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-63796891581100507542013-01-07T05:48:13.221-05:002013-01-07T05:48:13.221-05:00BTW--I haven't a clue as to add my address to ...BTW--I haven't a clue as to add my address to a comment as you suggest, other than typing it in, however that doesn't link to my site. Can you share how to do that?The Wild Rumpushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15643472024191082738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-49006116946722070142013-01-07T05:42:42.216-05:002013-01-07T05:42:42.216-05:00As a relative newbie, I am so appreciative of this...As a relative newbie, I am so appreciative of this! Others have said it already, but I think many (including myself) just sort of do what they see others doing because they think it's the norm. As time passes, I've started to see of the things you have mentioned in a different light. Unfortunately, it has caused me to unfollow some people on Pinterest, stop reading the forums on TPT, etc.--all of the self promotion is not what I want to read every day and just seems yucky. The upside is that it has made me think hard about my own blogging and comments, etc. Sometimes a simple "thank you" is what's called for, kwim? However, much of the time, a meaningful comment is more appropriate. Like most things in life, the Golden Rule can be our guide!The Wild Rumpushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15643472024191082738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-13142898480852834942013-01-07T05:31:05.741-05:002013-01-07T05:31:05.741-05:00I learned that one pretty quickly! It drives me nu...I learned that one pretty quickly! It drives me nuts as well.The Wild Rumpushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15643472024191082738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-6875742137494330962013-01-07T05:29:19.536-05:002013-01-07T05:29:19.536-05:00I'm guilty of that as well. I think when I fi...I'm guilty of that as well. I think when I first started blogging, I saw it so many times I thought it was the norm, like a friendly response vs. trying to get followers. I appreciate knowing this now!The Wild Rumpushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15643472024191082738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-15948365066651295562013-01-07T03:08:42.159-05:002013-01-07T03:08:42.159-05:00I really appreciated this post. I'm very new t...I really appreciated this post. I'm very new to blogging and TpT so I am always looking at blogs for ideas and suggestions. I appreciate the tone of your post, too. You were not "preachy". <br /><br />I've been a fan of yours since your old website. I will share a funny story about your "desk fairy" cards. I printed and distributed your cards to my kiddos who had clean desks, my daughter had drawn a cute "desk fairy" on the white board, and all was set. <br /><br />One of my tech savvy cuties, immediately looked at the card and exclaimed, " she left her website!" I had neglected to trim your blog address from the card prior to distributing! He tried and tried to find the desk fairy, but "some other site keeps coming up," was all I heard! So cute! Anyway, thanks for sharing and making my teaching better!<br />Susan Efseaffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01671611159432156038noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-41474882199660024382013-01-07T03:05:28.939-05:002013-01-07T03:05:28.939-05:00This comment has been removed by the author.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02110637877357286132noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-11459179703681095862013-01-06T18:13:25.257-05:002013-01-06T18:13:25.257-05:00Well said. I take comments on my blog and feedback...Well said. I take comments on my blog and feedback on my TpT store very seriously. I appreciate it so much when someone leaves positive feedback, I wouldn't want someone to say something unless they really meant it (as opposed to saying cute just to get a follow back). <br /><br />Thanks for the post!Danielle Chacrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07221399780993473440noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4552904866848236784.post-37176333939321799792013-01-06T18:02:45.559-05:002013-01-06T18:02:45.559-05:00Thank you for posting this. I'm a new blogger...Thank you for posting this. I'm a new blogger and seller on TpT and this is very helpful. I have seen people leave feedback on TpT only for the purpose of promoting themselves, and that bothered me. I've only just gotten started on both of these new adventures (blogging and selling) and your words have made me try to b patient as I continue to grow.<br />Thanks!<br />Carolyn<br /><a href="http://www.exceptionalkinders.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Exceptional Kinders</a>Carolynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03291652557541955032noreply@blogger.com