Having your content shared across Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest and on other blogs is probably one of most satisfying, flattering thing that can happen to you.
For a post to create a emotion or reaction so strong that a reader shares it is a pretty good feeling.
Oh, it’s great for traffic too. And you might bag yourself a few extra readers.
While adding widgets and plugins to make it easier to share you posts, like the DiggDigg one I have to the left of the post, or the pin it button at the bottom, there’s other ways to make your content sharable.
Such as a clever or dramatic title. An interesting lead photo or if you’re able to make the actual post itself really hit home with your readers.
If it’s relatable, brings nostalgia, makes you nod and say ‘yes, I totally do that, too!’, makes you laugh or teaches you something new, it’s much more likely to be shared.
Have a look at how other bloggers make their content sharable and what encourages them to share other’s content.
Oh, and don’t forget to share this post 😉
Q1: Do you try to make your content sharable? How?
@skinnedcartree Added a hover-over Pinterest button to my blog to make sharing photos easier, it’s made a big difference! #socialbloggers
— Sarah (@saloca) March 7, 2015
@skinnedcartree yes, I share on FB and mostly Twitter. Sometimes on Instagram #socialbloggers
— Lilly (@lillyinstyle) March 7, 2015
A1 I’m gunna be treating myself to a new blog template for my bday and want to have a ‘Pin It’ button on my photos #socialbloggers
— Angi (@2DWorlds) March 7, 2015
@skinnedcartree A1: No, I don’t. If someone thinks it’s worth a read & decides to share it, yay! If not, still cool. #socialbloggers
— Somdyuti Datta Ray (@hellodyuti) March 7, 2015
@skinnedcartree I try to remember to tweet about my posts so people can retweet but I also want a pin it button #socialbloggers
— Emily Gardner (@emyley17) March 7, 2015
A1: Sometimes, by using a catchy title or header image #socialbloggers
— Corinne (@skinnedcartree) March 7, 2015
A1: I share it on Twitter & Google plus. I also have the possibility for my readers to share my post on social media #socialbloggers
— Mille Aakerlund (@Milleaaker) March 7, 2015
I always share the posts myself, mainly through twitter. My readers can too, but I don’t think this has ever happened #socialbloggers
— Sammy ? (@daintyowlblog) March 7, 2015
@skinnedcartree A.1 yes,by using picture illustration and different collages to make my content understand able more #socialbloggers
— Anum (@Anum3288) March 7, 2015
A1: I try to make sure that all of my blog content is relatable and helpful to others #socialbloggers
— James (@Blogger_James) March 7, 2015
Q2: Do you use widgets/plugins to help people share your posts?
@skinnedcartree A2: I have the basic share buttons below each post but I doubt anyone uses them. I need a “Pin It” button. #socialbloggers
— Somdyuti Datta Ray (@hellodyuti) March 7, 2015
A2. I do, it’s a great easy way to share each others content 🙂 #socialbloggers
— The Shelf Society (@theshelfsociety) March 7, 2015
@skinnedcartree A.2yes all facebook,twitter,g+ wordpress sharing button for my users..ilove to share #socialbloggers
— Anum (@Anum3288) March 7, 2015
A2: I have DiggDigg that lets readers post straight to social media #socialbloggers
— Corinne (@skinnedcartree) March 7, 2015
A2: All of my photos have the option to share to pintrest and there’s the option to share the post on Twitter and Google + #socialbloggers
— James (@Blogger_James) March 7, 2015
@skinnedcartree I always make sure whatever template I use has lots of share buttons to make it easier to share #socialbloggers
— Jessica Anna (@asocalledbeauty) March 7, 2015
@skinnedcartree I have the bloglovin link on my page but that took me ages to do. Lol. My problem is I’m on my phone mostly #socialbloggers
— Bex (@bubblybex3) March 7, 2015
Having more share buttons is always good. We have to be careful not to have too many though! #socialbloggers
— Carina Chung (@rwhitehorses) March 7, 2015
Q3: Would you write a controversial post to get shares?
@skinnedcartree I’d write a controversial post but not purely to get shares #socialbloggers
— Becky Bedbug (@BeckyBedbug) March 7, 2015
I’d only write about a ‘controversial’ topic if I feel very strongly about it. And it wouldn’t be to get views or shares. #socialbloggers
— Ella (@EllaWasHereblog) March 7, 2015
A3. No, not to get shares I would only post something I enjoy or think my readers may enjoy. Wouldn’t feel true to myself #socialbloggers
— The Shelf Society (@theshelfsociety) March 7, 2015
A3: No. I sometimes want to write controversial topics but I avoid it to avoid any abusive comments #socialbloggers
— Angi (@2DWorlds) March 7, 2015
@skinnedcartree I’d write it because I WANT to, not just so people share it, though that would be a NICE bonus! #socialbloggers
— Sarah (@saloca) March 7, 2015
A3: I think positive, helpful posts will get more shares anyway. Like tips for blogging and photography etc #socialbloggers
— Angi (@2DWorlds) March 7, 2015
A3: The sad truth is that controversial topics and blog post titles really do attract readers as well as arguments! #socialbloggers
— James (@Blogger_James) March 7, 2015
A3: I’ve thought about it but prefer to write positive/helpful posts #socialbloggers
— Corinne (@skinnedcartree) March 7, 2015
A3: I think positive, helpful posts will get more shares anyway. Like tips for blogging and photography etc #socialbloggers
— Camera effects (@EffectsCamera) March 7, 2015
A3: If blogging is your business you need to protect your brand identity so controversial topics could weaken it #socialbloggers
— Angi (@2DWorlds) March 7, 2015
I havent plucked up the courage to write such controversial post just yet. I’m way too nice, I think. 😛 #socialbloggers
— Lilly (@lillyinstyle) March 7, 2015
Q4: What makes you share a post on your social media/blog?
@skinnedcartree I will share posts that are helpful and interesting to other people/my friends #socialbloggers
— Carina Chung (@rwhitehorses) March 7, 2015
A4: If it’s helpful, funny or if it’s from a blogger I’m a big fan of. Beautiful photos help too #socialbloggers
— Angi (@2DWorlds) March 7, 2015
A4: I usually share a post if I find it relatable, feel like I gained something from it or just really enjoyed reading it #socialbloggers
— James (@Blogger_James) March 7, 2015
The post has to be interesting and helpful for me to share it. #socialbloggers
— cheeky billo blog (@cheekybillo) March 7, 2015
@skinnedcartree A4: I could relate with the post or it’s something utterly funny/inspiring/beautiful/touching/swoon-worthy #socialbloggers
— Somdyuti Datta Ray (@hellodyuti) March 7, 2015
@skinnedcartree Anything particularly helpful, inspiring or funny is shareable for me #socialbloggers
— Becky Bedbug (@BeckyBedbug) March 7, 2015
If it’s something a bit different. If it’s a personal post I can relate to. Or if I’ve simply really enjoyed it #socialbloggers
— Sammy ? (@daintyowlblog) March 7, 2015
@skinnedcartree Engaging subject, thoughtfulness and something we can all relate to #socialbloggers
— Matthew Pike (@mat_buckets) March 7, 2015
If it’s made me smile, it deserves a share 🙂 #socialbloggers
— Sarah (@saloca) March 7, 2015
@skinnedcartree if I relate to it or I’ve found it particularly helpful or just a really great read! #socialbloggers
— Sian (@CakeyDreamer) March 7, 2015
Q5: Have you ever had a post that’s got lot’s of shares?
@skinnedcartree not yet but maybe one day! #socialbloggers
— Sian (@CakeyDreamer) March 7, 2015
A5: Not “lots” of shares per say but my last one has definitely had the most shares so far #socialbloggers
— Angi (@2DWorlds) March 7, 2015
@skinnedcartree My most-shared posts were on supporting other bloggers and writing book reviews #socialbloggers
— Becky Bedbug (@BeckyBedbug) March 7, 2015
I really don’t share other bloggers posts enough! Will defiantly try to do so now ##socialbloggers
— Sammy ? (@daintyowlblog) March 7, 2015
@skinnedcartree not yet, but I would love to see that happen. #socialbloggers
— Kristy Mansfield (@BLONDiiE017) March 7, 2015
@skinnedcartree A.5 mostly my food recipes 🙂 #socialbloggers
— Anum (@Anum3288) March 7, 2015
@skinnedcartree my most recent post, where I tried something new with a different take on beauty blogging #socialbloggers
— Jessica Anna (@asocalledbeauty) March 7, 2015
@skinnedcartree A5: Yeah. The time I got harassed in college and blogged about it. I received a bunch of emails too. #socialbloggers
— Somdyuti Datta Ray (@hellodyuti) March 7, 2015
A5: I find posts get more shares if they are on an interesting and helpful topic or inspire blogging positivity/motivation! #socialbloggers
— James (@Blogger_James) March 7, 2015
A5: I find posts get more shares if they are on an interesting and helpful topic or inspire blogging positivity/motivation! #socialbloggers
— James (@Blogger_James) March 7, 2015
A5: Some of my blog tips posts have been shared a lot on Twitter and Facebook #socialbloggers
— Corinne (@skinnedcartree) March 7, 2015
@skinnedcartree Yes, and it was a post I put on another platform, not my blog! #socialbloggers
— Sarah (@saloca) March 7, 2015
@skinnedcartree Giving up teaching was shared by MANY unhappy teachers in the land, and acne scarring one was shared a lot #socialbloggers
— The Prosecco Diaries (@Sairey_bearey) March 7, 2015
A5. I haven’t had loads of shares yet but I have had lots of great feedback which I am proud of as a newbie ?? #socialbloggers
— The Shelf Society (@theshelfsociety) March 7, 2015
@skinnedcartree A5 no, not yet. 🙂 but I will work harder to reach that goal! Hopefully soon. #socialbloggers
— Lilly (@lillyinstyle) March 7, 2015
I always share every post on all social media platforms
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I try to remember to share post in all my media this is a great topic.
I feel that whatever you post is up to you. If it is interesting to you write about it, if someone doesn’t like it its your blog so it is no big deal. Though this was great to see what people like to read/what people find share worthy.
Florals&Smiles
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I think you can really tell when a controversial blog post is done through passion or done for shares. Personally, I’d skip blogs that do the latter.
I don’t have much of a method, maybe I should! I’ll look into the pinterest buttons and that, thanks for the tip!
It’s always a big satisfaction to be share! and it encourage!
Have a great week!
Interesting topic for discussion! I don’t really try make my blog share-able. I’ve got the buttons there, but I don’t do more than that. My blog is the kinda blog I like to read and follow, so I post things that I find useful/helpful/interesting in my little personal style niche. I still share posts the old fashioned way, by bookmarking them or emailing them to friends that might be interested…so I haven’t really though about creating shareable content as such! I have seen some people say they have pinned my stuff on pinterest, but not enough to get any decent traffic.
I share mine too but I can’t get to share it on Instagram and my personal Facebook. :/ I don’t want people I know in real life to know my blog. lol.
Is your share thingy just for wordpress? I’m trying to find one that includes the bloggers twitter name in the shared tweet so that you would know when it had been shared.
On the topic of having your posts shared. People that want more shares – do they share others posts themselves? People should do what they want to happen to them to others. That makes no sense, I hope you get the gist! xx
Hey look that’s me! I really enjoyed last Saturday’s #socialbloggers! And learn a lot! Thanks! Looking forward to the next one! #superduperexcited
Lilly. X
http://lillyinstyle.blogspot.com
I enjoyed reading through the answers on this one. I think good helpful /informational content is key when it comes to it being sharable. One of my most shared posts was about sun safety.
I’ve been trying to get more active on social medias but it’s easier said than done. Most of the time my little one demands full attention and forget everything.
Shireen | Reflection of Sanity
I wouldn’t write a controversial post for views either but I would write it if I felt it needed to be said 🙂
Lizzie Dripping
In my blog I added buttons to share on social networks, but I’m thinking of using more sharing options on facebook. Happy week Corinne.
Interesting topic, I find those that get shared have interesting content that people can engage with Lucy x
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Tyana
theluxedition.blogspot.com
I would feel pretty amazing if I got more shares but it doesn’t really happen. I think I need to read up on all this new technology, all these ways of sharing I didn’t even know about.
For the past two days, I’m getting in teh habit of scheduling current and older posts for every hour of the day on Twitter starting either at 7 or 8am and then going on for 12-13 hours depending on my mood. It’s quite satisfying when I get an RT or a Favorite.