Why Are My Answers Barely Getting Any Views Nowadays?
As an experienced contributor on Quora, I recently noticed a concerning trend: my answers are receiving less and less views. This situation is a stark contrast to my early days on the platform, which were filled with a sense of excitement and engagement from my audience.
Understanding the Quora Algorithm and Content Strategy
One possible explanation for the decline in views is the way Quora’s algorithm functions, particularly regarding the balance between questions and answers. Rumor has it that Quora primarily monetizes questions, which explains why questions often receive more views and engagement.
When you ask a question, you naturally attract a larger audience due to the scarcity of answers. On the other hand, once an answer is provided, it may not receive as many views, even from people who are genuinely interested in the topic. Some experts suggest that Quora’s strategy could be to encourage users to ask more questions and write fewer answers. However, in my case, I started Quora specifically to write answers and only recently began asking questions, resulting in a much lower number of questions compared to other active users.
Views and Followers: An Unbalanced Relationship
Views on Quora are heavily influenced by the user’s follower count. A user with thousands of followers not only attracts immediate attention to their own content but also leverages the power of their followers’ followers. This creates a highly unbalanced system where the most viewed posts tend to come from the top 0.1% of active users. This imbalance is a direct result of Quora’s implementation of their feed algorithm.
In addition, other users often believe that continued writing will eventually generate more views. However, this is not always the case. People’s attention spans on the platform can be incredibly short, and Quora’s primary goal is to maximize advertising revenue rather than consistently present the most valuable or relevant content.
Current Trends and Their Impact on Viewership
While some users have successfully garnered significant views over time, these instances are rare and do not accurately reflect the overall trend. People on Quora are quite fickle, and the platform tends to prioritize content that is likely to generate the most engagement, such as popular users’ contributions, memes, or other easily digestible material.
It’s important to note that even if your answer eventually takes off and garners the necessary views, this does not necessarily translate into more followers or increased visibility for your subsequent answers. People are more likely to engage with content that appears in their feed, rather than browsing through numerous answers to a question. Moreover, even if someone decides to explore further, they are more likely to see a leading answer by a popular user at the top and may not delve into your content.
Conclusion
The current structure of Quora’s algorithm and the strategic priorities of the platform play a significant role in the visibility of answers. Understanding these dynamics can help you better strategize and manage your time on Quora. If you are experiencing a decline in answer views, consider focusing on building a strong follower base or creating content that aligns with current trends and interests of the platform.