Hello, I am new to web design and development. I've been trying to get independent projects off the ground and it just seems to not take off. I know my site(s) need a lot more development, however, I also need content, which seems to be the hardest part. For a site to seem active, I need contributors, which is overwhelming to me! Anyone have suggestions on what I can do to increase actual contributors and not just bullshit spam? In addition, I have been working on backlinks, however it seems I get a small bump in traffic that lasts a day or two and then it dies back down. How can I get return visitors and actual content? I think my idea is good, it may just be my execution. Anyways, if you have a few minutes, could to check out my two sites and offer some insight? Keepingupwiththejones.es The start of a personal finance website, still needs a lot of work and content! DowntroddenInDC A music blog I've been contributing to for a few months and I still have very little activity. Thank you all in advance!