I just wrote a post at pandemic blog about the role of the avatar. Using pictorial examples, I point out how your popularity in the blogosphere and the social networks you participate, can be significantly increased by the avatar you select.

A more wise, careful selection of your avatar can significantly boost your position in the networks in which you participate and, consequently, the popularity of your blog.

Apart from the reasons why, I also provide the right ways to choose the right avatar. Some examples of eye-catching avatars are given to prove my points.

So if you are interested in more indirect ways to increase your popularity in the blogosphere, check out the post. It can be a good way to start.