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Are You That Important That You Can’t Grace Your Readers’ Comments With a Reply?
“Life is short, but there is always time enough for courtesy.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson
In the world of online writing, blogging, and sharing, it’s never been easier to share your written word with others. If you’ve ever developed a following around the writing you’ve released online, whether it was in a professional publication or a public forum, such as a personal blog or social media page, learning how to interact with the different folks consuming your material is an essential part of contributing to the web.
Even if you’re a little more old school, your writing may have struck a chord (or perhaps a nerve) with readers who consumed your writing through books, magazines, or other print publications. When these readers comment on your work, engaging with them is also an essential part of building communities and interacting with the world.
Whether it’s online or through a print medium, gracing your readers’ comments with replies accomplishes a few different, important goals:
- You establish connections and rapport with your readers.
- You can clear up any miscommunication or misunderstanding between your writing and your readers.
