The importance of reader relations

Many bloggers overlook the importance of good reader relations. Much of the money generated can be from a handful of readers that consistently keep returning to you site. What does this mean? Make your e-mail address available to your readers, respond to their comments, and answer any questions they may have. You would be surprised with the difference that this makes. I made the mistake in the beginning of failing to do all this and it did slow down the growth of my blogs. Just letting all of you know out there, so you don't waste your time. :)