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I agree influential bloggers are not always popular bloggers. I also have to say that some of the negativity that I read about the less had less to do with the quality of writers on the list and more with the jealousy and hurt feelings. Unfortunately, the blogging world is filled with cliques and some people hate when their clique is left out.

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As far as the Nielsen list. Yay to those who were on it! I like it when any mom gets recognition.

To those of us who weren’t, so what? At the end of day you know who you influence. You know the sponsors that want to work with you. You know how you impact your readers. I don’t really think that changes based on a list.

(Personally, I think that the whole problem with the list is that unlike with other Nielsen lists, there were no objective criteria – the ones that were listed weren’t specific and were debatable based on actual numbers.)

At the end of the day, I’d like to see more support of one another and less tearing down in the blogging community – especially between moms who blogs.

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But people tend not to take ‘funny’ seriously. That goes back to high school for me when I was passed over for several class honors despite having higher grade point averages than the more studious winners.

As to jealousy. You know I think when someone ‘wins’ something many people revert back to middle school and this area of the brain kicks in (I call it the elementary educata). Theres lots of talking behind peoples backs about who does she think she is… and I’m better… and whatever.

The truth is writing is kind of nebulous. And ‘a voice’ in writing is even more nebulous. Having one is the most important thing. It can’t be duplicated.

Anyway, congrats. Rock on with your top 50 self

tracy

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As for those that keep scratching their heads about the Nielson lists we were named to, I have to wonder why? Why does it bother people so much? Why does it matter to them why someone was put on the list that you don’t feel belongs there? Is it taking money out of your pockets? Is it taking food out of your child’s mouth, or harming you in any way? It wasn’t your choice to make, it was Nielsons. If it doesn’t affect them personally, by hurting them or their business, their blog, their families, etc why on earth care so much to cause such a ruckus over it? I can’t quite grasp it – is it jealousy? Is it high school revisited?

All I do know is that a friend who made the Nielson list was asked in many of the hate mails she received who she had to sleep with to get on the list. That makes me downright FURIOUS.

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One only need to look back through history – after anyone has risen to the top and become ‘Powerful’ someone else will come along and there is nowhere else to go but down.

I would rather be considered an ‘Influencer’ be it as a mom, friend, aunt, or through my blog and writings.

Personally, I write because I like to share information with people. If I can inspire and influence one person to take action where they never would have before, that makes me happy.

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I am new to blogging, but I have to admit…it reminds me of High School. I left High School 6 years ago and I have no intention of going back!

I believe that negativity stems from insecurity. A list or traffic numbers shouldn’t define substance. Which is (in my opinion) what blogging is all about.

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I agree with comment #5, the negativity about the list is that I think many of us are left wondering “what the hell?” because there are bloggers on that list that are actually an embarassment to bloggers in the same category. I had to shake my head reading the list when I saw one blog that I regard as a bit of a ‘laugh’ for taking themselves oh so seriously, and here they are queens of the cafeteria. C’est la vie! What can you do, right?

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I’m torn a bit on this subject. I think each blog I read has a different purpose. I read some just because they are hilarious and make me laugh and I need that daily!

Some I read because I want information and to learn about a certain subject.

And some blogs I read just to see what others are buying at Target and what their daily lives are like.

I think all 3 fill a need for me. Does the blog that is funny inspire me to do good? I’m not sure, but it sure makes me feel good.

I think being “popular” in the blog world sometimes means a lot of people can relate to what you are writing about. Maybe out of that popularity, you can become an influencer.

I’m not sure that one is better than the other. With my blog, I’m not trying to be popular or an influencer. I’m just being me and writing about things I love and enjoy. If that makes me popular or an influencer some day, great, if not, so be it.

And not everyone is going to agree with those chosen as Power Moms, but then some of the choices, I’d never heard of until the list came out. I also don’t always agree with People’s choice of sexiest man alive every year, but that is what keeps life interesting. We all have different opinions.

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I completely agree with Sarah from “Real Life Sarah” when she says, “I also compare it to High School where the ‘popular’ kids were not really influential, because they only had a couple of friends, and never strayed out of their group. They were popular, but influential? I think not.”

I am on the list and while I can live with people disagreeing with the list the negative comments have GOT TO GO! You can demand to be popular and maybe that might work for awhile.. BUT you can’t demand respect and without that respect you really don’t have much influence.

I agree with you that influence is different than popularity, or notoriety. Everyone knows Paris Hilton, but would we take her advice on anything?

I also compare it to High School where the ‘popular’ kids were not really influential, because they only had a couple of friends, and never strayed out of their group. They were popular, but influential? I think not.

Anyway, thanks for sharing your thoughts, and I hate it that someone decided to be so mean about it!

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I’ve been struggling with this very issue lately. I’ve worked really hard to build a community of helpful encouragement and information on my personal blog, and my subscriber numbers are higher than they have ever been. At the same time, my comment numbers are almost exactly the same as they were this time last year when I had 50% less subscribers. I know if I could get out in the community and comment more, it would mean more comments, but at the same time, I have to balance my life, my job, and my blog.

Anyway, I’ve received several private emails lately from women telling me that something I have written has made a difference for them. In all honesty, hearing feedback like that is worlds more fulfilling than having tons of “great post!” comments on every post.

You’ve given me a lot to think about and reflect on with this article. Congrats on your Power 50 Listing!

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I admit I am one of those people that had a bad taste left in their mouth after seeing Nielson’s list. Not because I don’t think that the list was completely wrong, just incomplete in that there were far more people I believe to be power influencers. Then there were people I see as being on the list simply because of their popularity (read stats/followers/traffic).
I was so not the popular girl in High School but I lived through it and did my own thing and it’s worked out well.

I don’t see myself as popular now either. I’d rather see myself as an influencer. Someone who people come to because I’ve got some great advice to give or because they think I add value in some way. If that leaves me out of the popular group, then I’ll be OK with it. I’ve tried to conform and do what the popular blogs do but it’s not for me and I don’t know that it will ever be FOR ME. So in the meantime, I’m going to keep doing what I do as best as I know how.

And as a side note, those popular girls and blogs? They didn’t influence me then, and they don’t influence me now.

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Congratulations on making the Power Moms 50 list. And I think your post is so insightful. It’s not about popularity and raw numbers — it’s about how deeply and authentically you make an impression on those who do read you. It’s about making a connection with your readers … touching them emotionally or intellectually in some way. You’ve obviously done a good job at that.

– Anita

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“But a blog of influence is a blog that inspires you to do something or take some kind of action.”

That is the type of blog I want to read! Someone who is inspiring, thoughtful and helpful! That’s the type of blogger I try to be. When my readers tell me that I am that for them, I get inspired by them!!

And, I’m not big on lists…at all! Mostly because they can be somewhat subjective and can be manipulated (depending on the listmaker). But, I was so proud that my very good friends were on the Nielsen Power 50 – and you should be proud of the accomplishment too!

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I’m also going to congratulate you on making the list BECAUSE if this is an industry we take seriously, then we should have no problem with the actual LIST.

We may have issues with the process of who gets chosen, but that’s an issue that arises in any industry that seeks to recognize the brightest and the best.

As I learn everyday (and I mean everyday) your wisest moves occur when you focus on what you believe, what you gives you satisfaction and what you know (professionally and personally). Sure there will be women who do this and shine and are on this list. And then there will be those who don’t…and are on this list. That’s life

I’m glad I read this post as I believe I’ve just met a mom of influence

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