To Retweet or Leave a Comment?

It's the dilemma facing hundreds, if not thousands, of people today.

Do I retweet a great post? Or, do I leave a comment? (I won't introduce the third option, which is leaving a comment on the blogger's Facebook page.)

From a blogger who's been at this for eight months point-of-view, comments lend legitimacy to the blog, but retweets potentially introduce your name to a wider audience.

It's a conundrum to be considered, for sure.

Try not to lose too much sleep over this.

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10 2009


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  • http://www.wrightcreativity.com Kirsten Wright

    I think the problem we are all running into is the fact that it is so much quicker to just click the “tweet” button vs typing out an entire comment. People are so busy, and reading so many blogs, that it takes a lot of time to comment.
    Also, with tools like backtype connect (only for wordpress Brad…c’mon..change it over already! :) ) I get every RT of my link as a comment on my post, so it does at the value back to the post PLUS get my name out there.
    Although, I will say, I would much prefer a real comment than a RT because it means that someone thought the post was worth the time to leave a meaningful thought behind, and not just click a button.
    Great question worth pondering…

  • http://profile.typepad.com/bradmarley Brad

    I’ve given some thought to changing to WordPress but it seems like a huge undertaking and is a little confusing. I just don’t have the time right now.
    I also agree with your thinking re: commenting. I’d much rather have a comment.
    So…thanks for commenting!