Check out this site that tracks the top users on Digg and find out how far you really are from the top. DiggAnalytics.com
I think this shows the huge flaw in the Digg System. This list shows the “powerusers” on Digg and its these people that can manipulate just about any story and get it to the front page of Digg. As I’ve used Digg I’ve realized this more and more and find it near impossible to make much of an impact unless you are or are near being one of these users.
I also have become discouraged from Digg because the other day I received 18 Diggs on a post I submitted from this blog. However when I looked at my stats I had received no clicks from Digg. Obviously everyone of those 18 Diggs came from people just responding to my shout by Digging my story so I would be more likely to Digg the next shout they send my way.
I’m guilty of this action of digging but not clicking but that’s the problem. Everyone who isn’t a top user is just in a mad race to have more influence on the site so they do everything they can to beef up their stats.
I still like seeing some of the news that Digg has to offer but as far as using it as an effective distribution system for stories I like or that I write I’ve just about given up.
Sites such as Sphinn and Stumbleupon seem to be much more effective and useful. I’m also just starting to use MIxx which to this point I’m pleased with.
If you really want to make an impact in the social media world you have to find a very niche site that your work would be appropriate for.
