There are certain people that I instantly like, both online and in the offline world. Don't tell me it's all about karma, they must do something to attract the love around them. It's in the article's headline, some experts say, in the excellent writing or the sincerity transpiring through every pore. Most of the times, I haven't got the time to think of all the reasons why I dig a person. I just rely on my instinct and subscribe to a RSS feed, hit a like button or tweet a story.

But I would surely want these good intentions returned. And I am most interested in getting people to like my blog, post my story, in return. If you feel the same, this post will help.

Here are 10 ways to get users to like you, the online persona, your business too, since we're making associations:

1. Get to know whom you are talking to – it is essential. What would your reaction be to a person talking by him/herself and to everybody on the street? That is the image you are offering on your site when you audience is not set.

2. Choose authenticity over anything else. Finding your voice will take some time if you are a newcomer. Speaking from the heart and being wrong will beat being prudent and boring.

3. Give a face to your name. As much as your site's visitors would want to like you, not many people can actually like anonymity.

4. Get your social media in order – if you haven't done that yet. People may want to Google you, find out more about who you are. You don't want any embarrassing data to pop-up.

5. Be nice. It's one of the best advices ever, although not many follow it. Just because a few people listen to what you have to say, doesn't mean you have the control over their minds and can be rude all you want.

6. Be generous. Give your visitors the chance to express themselves, giving suggestions about your products. Follow these advices, if possible.

7. Keep it simple, as much as you can. Forget about long and overly-sophisticated phrases. Users listen because you have something to say.

8. Offer guarantees to keep your customers safe. Most online businesses use guarantees policies for a reason. They build trust and encourage prospects to buy.

9. Always learn, so your knowledge won't get obsolete. Speak only when you can back up your story.

10. Be opened and courageous enough to take a risk. Since online communications are mostly about this: opening yourself and your business, to a new, provocative environment.