So during my blog party (thank you all for visiting!) Mrs T asked me to share how did I get to 1000 subscribers, and that post is going to be dedicated to her and everyone else who needs some inspiration.
Disclaimer: I’m not a blogging pro, so please don’t take my words for granted. I’m sharing my own experience, although everyone has different methods to achieve their goals.
1. Engage with others!
I really can’t stress this enough! Go visit other blogs, leave some likes and nice comments, participate in blog parties, host parties yourself… just make sure other people notice your existence. You really can’t sit and wait for people to come.
What I do is check all the posts in my Reader, leave a comment if I have anything to say, and then check all the bloggers who have commented on the post as well.
2. Join chats and threads!
That usually happens in Facebook groups or Twitter, where someone starts a follow train, for example, and the rest leave their links in the comments and then follow whoever they like. I think that’s an amazing way of finding new amazing blogs to read!
What I do is pick the groups I really want to be in – Girl Boss Bloggers on Facebook, for example, it’s super supportive! Also sometimes participate in the @girlpowerchat on Twitter.
3. Make your blog appealing to the eye!
Use bright photos, large enough letters, neutral background.. just make sure everything flows nicely together and it’s easy for someone to read your posts!
What I do is pick a bright theme with white background and font that is easy to read.
4. Have a follow button!
This happens so often! Even if I stumble upon the best blog ever, if there isn’t a follow button somewhere visible, the chances are – I’ll never come back. Just make sure you give other people the opportunity to follow you!
What I do is having even two follow buttons! I have one for wordpress bloggers and one for emails. You can find those options in you theme settings.
5. Promote on social media!
Again, Facebook groups, Twitter, Instagram.. I have some people who are not bloggers and don’t like getting emails, so reminding themย on social media that I’ve uploaded a new postย is super useful!
What I do is share a link on my twitter (sometimes even more than once) and remind others on my Instagram story or with a post! I sometimes also use Pinterest, but we are not getting along very well.

Here’s a random photo from today because I’ve got a new camera and I need to show off!
You might be also interested in: Five strategies to increase your blog views (and followers) – It’s really similar, the difference is that this post now is a bit shorter and more personal, but you can still check the link above, if you are interested.
I’m sure if you put some effort in your posts in terms of grammar and useful/creative content, take nice photos, and connect with other bloggers – you’ll notice results super quickly! Wish you good luck!
Let me know all of your tips and tricks down below!
34 Comments
Useful post! Congrats on getting 1000!
October 12, 2017 at 7:34 pmThank you ๐
October 12, 2017 at 8:02 pmAnother congratulations on your accomplishment Siyana!
October 13, 2017 at 2:31 amThank you โค๏ธ
October 13, 2017 at 6:55 amThis is such a wonderful and simple guide – engagement and good content are two of the most important things ๐ also, I too haven’t been getting on with Pinterest so you are not the only one!
October 13, 2017 at 4:11 amPinterest does have some nice ideas, but I feel like there are so many ads that it’s super difficult put yourself out there! x
October 13, 2017 at 5:54 pmGreat tips Siyana. X
October 13, 2017 at 12:20 pmGlad I could be helpful โบ๏ธ
October 13, 2017 at 12:29 pmcongrats on 1000! much love
October 13, 2017 at 12:25 pmThank you ๐ธ๐ธ
October 13, 2017 at 12:29 pmVery useful post. Congratulations on 1,000+ subscribers. =)
October 13, 2017 at 12:33 pmThank you ๐ธ๐ธ
October 13, 2017 at 12:40 pmI really like this post and the tips are really useful! And congrats for 1000 followers!!!! xxx
October 13, 2017 at 3:39 pmThank you love!! xx
October 13, 2017 at 5:55 pmUseful information for new blogger
October 14, 2017 at 6:52 amThank you ๐
October 14, 2017 at 12:35 pmCongrats babe and thanks for the helpful post๐
October 16, 2017 at 12:51 amThank you, glad I could be useful ๐ธ๐ธ
October 16, 2017 at 10:13 amThank you Mrs T! Very helpful hints that I will use : ) It’s all about the human connection. That’s what blogging is all about isn’t it?
October 16, 2017 at 10:10 pmsincerely,
A new blogger
Hello Mell and thanks for dropping by! One of my favorite things about blogging is that you make friendships from all around the world ๐ธ
October 16, 2017 at 10:13 pmThese are great tips, girlie! I agree; interacting with others is such a wonderful way to increase follower count. ๐ <3
October 22, 2017 at 4:07 pmThanks, Maggie!! ๐ธ
October 22, 2017 at 4:18 pmThis great! Thanks for sharing! Iโd love it if you had the time to check out my blog (only two weeks old ๐ )
October 23, 2017 at 10:39 pmWelcome to the blogging community! Iโm definitely going to check it, I love discovering new bloggers! ๐ธ๐ธ
October 23, 2017 at 10:43 pmThank you!
October 23, 2017 at 10:46 pmCongrats!! Iโm definitely going to try a few of these tips out!! Thank you for sharing ๐
October 29, 2017 at 2:52 pmThank you Sophie ๐ธ
October 29, 2017 at 2:54 pm[…] Siyana recently posted an article about increasing blog traffic/followers (http://www.siyanaonline.com/how-did-i-get-to-1000-subscribers/).ย Though I mostly write this blog for my own amusement, and anyone else who is interested, I […]
November 4, 2017 at 10:42 pmThanks a lot for this and congrats on your followers! Very helpful๐ค
November 6, 2017 at 6:54 pmGlad you found it useful ๐
November 6, 2017 at 6:55 pmYes, very useful post! X
January 2, 2018 at 9:54 pmGreat post and very useful tips! ๐
January 2, 2018 at 9:54 pmI really do love your blog ! I have learnt a lot from your tips section !
May 29, 2018 at 8:58 pmAw thank you, glad I could help! x
June 4, 2018 at 4:11 pm