Blog Reviews & American Idol Judges
22 December 07
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I was watching reruns of American Idol not too long ago. Blogging and other forms of marketing have similar concepts to the popular reality tv show.
Blogging Reviews & American Idol Judge Comments
Blogs Welcome Reviews & Comments
Blogs welcome user-generated feedback. It’s a common practice to ask questions in article posts to encourage discussions and to welcome opinions. When asking for opinions and reviews, we can receive the good, the bad, the ugly, and possibly a few combinations of the three.
Here’s a breakdown of types of reviews and critiques based on the American Idol judges.
Review & Comment Types Based on American Idol Judges
The Simon
Simon Cowell is known for his rather blunt and often harsh comments. These type of comments can be hard on the ego and self-confidence if it is negative. However, the majority of his remarks are justified so if Mr. Cowell says your vocals [or blogging] need a ton of work, it’s probably true.
The value of these type of comments lie in its candor and honesty. You can trust these blogging tips and base your decisions on it, and view it as an authority. The disadvantage of these comments is the possibility of public humiliation.
The Paula
Paula loves everyone, and everything about everyone. Because these type of reviewers have so much love, they cannot be objective. These reviewers are extremely likable, but their advice and judgment cannot be viewed as an authority. Here’s an example of a Paula-type comment:
“I love your blog! You’re a real winner, and you’re going to be even bigger than Problogger! You’re the greatest!”
So, why are you going to be bigger than Problogger? Because she said so, and no other reason. It’s a nice lift for your self-esteem, but don’t quit your day job after receiving a Paula-type comment.
The Randy
The Randy type falls somewhere in between the two extremes above. These reviews are more objective than the Paula, yet more tactful than the Simon. This makes for a good combination. However, being an extreme usually makes a bigger impact. Because of falling in the middle, these type of comments hold less of an authority than the Simon, and are not quite as likable as the Paula.
What Type do You Prefer?
So, what American Idol judge are you when you comment on other blogs? And which do you prefer to receive? I thought I would ask you readers in light of the launch of Project Fresh Slant. So, what say you?
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I think the comments I leave would depend on the blog, but I’m never a Simon. Although he probably says what we are all thinking…
I think another person’s blog is their “home”. You don’t go into someone else’s home and trash it. But again, it depends on if the blog is controversial and can “take it”.
I’m not a Paula fan as I’m so tired of people pouring onto popular blogs and saying, “you’re a genius” when the information is just common sense. I don’t know if that is just smaller blogs trying to gain favors…? But it is true that all top bloggers convey the messages well in his/her writing style.
Randy… well, you’re right, he gets lost in the shuffle
I don’t have much to say about him.
As all the judges will say, make the song your own. This is also true in the blogging world where not much is original and you need to find your own voice.
I really like the point you brought out about making the song your own… Make a blog your own and own it!
I never give out Simon comments either…Thanks for your thought
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I’m kinda like a Simon without the censors.
I’ve been known to tell people that they’re shi77y parents (they are) and I know it hurts their feelings but at least it gets them to take their children’s personal information (names, pictures, location, ages) off their blogs.
So yeah, sometimes you’ve got to ruffle a few feathers.
@Sue
So, you’re a Simon huh?
Well, I don’t think giving out your children’s personal info is a very smart idea also.
Very interesting compare. Idol and blogs.
Creative post.
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