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Here's a real good article I ran across about driving traffic to your blog. It's really focused I guess more on commercial blogs, but there are a few pointers that we all could use: Visitor Traffic Here are a few of the ideas... for those that don't care to read the entire article: *... Place a link to your website on all of your outgoing e-mails. It sounds simple enough, yet very few people do it. *... Develop a reputation for being knowledgeable and helpful, and you will be regarded as an expert in your field. Don't be afraid to ask questions, and to start discussions either. There are many other people who will be wanting that same question asked, but are often too shy to do so. *... Don't forget to place a link back to your site, in your signature line, sometimes referred to as a sig line. Most forums encourage the use of signature lines. They often provide space, for some additional information on your site, as well. You will be pleasantly surprised at how many people will click on your sig line link. *... Get your blog included in as many free or low cost directories as possible. *... Write a press release for distribution to the news media. If your business is doing anything that could be considered newsworthy, be sure to send a press release, to the appropriate media outlets. News releases could point out new executive additions or substantial increases in staffing, expansion plans, new products, or a business anniversary. *... Use a little word of mouth advertising. Simply tell everyone you know about your website. Give them incentive to tell others by doing a little viral marketing. Have something humorous or interesting, to send around the internet, via e-mail or instant messenger. These are all good, and explained in detail in the article. Kevin