Comments on: Want More Local Blog Traffic?

By: Ann Marie

Ann Marie — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 00:13:01 +0000

Unbelievably good idea! Thanks for sharing. Simple ideas seem to work the best. I’m putting that in my “project” folder.

By: Lisa Sanderson

Lisa Sanderson — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 18:01:35 +0000

What did we ever do to deserve you and your inspiration, Sarah? Great idea. Adding to my list

By: Sarah Cooper

Sarah Cooper — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 10:48:40 +0000

Hal, I’m thinking it would make a great regular series on a blog, so that people would know to check back in to see more. And after you had a few cameras back, it might not be a bad idea to tell some of your local friendly news guys what you’re doing. If they think it’s a cool idea too, maybe you could get some additional exposure in print or on TV. You know, for FREE.

Jay, the pictures from the first camera are here: http://flickr.com/photos/wvagent/sets/72157613134099620/detail/
I’m supposed to get camera #2 back at REBCVA. (And I’m thinking RES Blog should mention all these fabulous upcoming BarCamps, right?)

Jason, glad you liked the idea! I’d love to see your pictures if you do this, please come back and share a link, OK?

By: Jason Berman

Jason Berman — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 01:39:08 +0000

This is really cool idea. I’m already thinkin’ how I can do this in my town. Living in a tourist destination could provide some great content and showcase my county as well. Thanks for the post. (kudos to Jay for pointing it out.) Regards ~ JB

By: Jay Thompson

Jay Thompson — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 23:55:39 +0000

Love this idea. Seems like I recall some Real Estate Shows employee doing something similar at Inman Connect NYC. WHat ever happened to those pics?

By: Hal Lublin

Hal Lublin — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 16:23:07 +0000

Great post, Sarah, and a wonderful idea, one that creates local interest in a blog while also fostering a strong sense of community and civic pride – I was simply fascinated with the pics on that site – it gave a real sense of vitality to the area.

It only makes sense that anyone interested in created a hyperlocal audience for their blog gives potential readers a way to get involved and feel a sense of ownership.