Hi Howard,
In my humble opinion, a blog is the best way to promote SFI and TripleClicks because you have complete control over the contents. Moreover, having a personal blog enables you to reach many more people, especially in your social and business networks because, unlike some SFI Gateways, your blog will never be blocked as long as you follow the rules on each site.
You can use a blog to write about anything you like. You can be as direct or as subtle as you want about promoting SFI and TripleClicks. The point is to attract as many followers as possible and create an ongoing relationship with them. You want your readers to be interested in the content of your blog so that they are always on the lookout for your next post or article.
Having a blog also allows you to add as many SFI and TripleClicks banners as you like which, combined with a well-written article, should eventually compel some of your readers to click on them and enroll as your PSAs or PRMs. Place these banners wisely: too many banners might alienate your readers; on the other hand, too few banners could go unnoticed. Give your blog a good mix of interesting and original subject-matter and a few well-placed banners.
There are many subjects you can cover that deal directly with SFI and TripleClicks. In fact, you could continue to hone your writing skills by answering even more questions in the ASK SC section (I see you've already answered quite a few). ASK SC is a great source of inspiration and has many subjects you can elaborate on in your blog. I'm sure I don't need to remind you to always give your personal viewpoint on any subject you choose to write about and never copy anyone else's answer.
How can you use your blog?
• You can write about SFI and TripleClicks in general;
• You can promote TripleClicks products and services;
• You can promote Pricebenders auctions and Eager Zebra games;
• You can promote the Song-of-the-Month contest;
• You can promote your favorite ECA stores;
• You can write about your personal experience at SFI;
• You can give a preview of what people can expect if they decide to join SFI.
On the other hand, if you prefer to be more subtle about promoting SFI and TripleClicks, you can attract many people by writing about subjects you are familiar with or passionate about. If you like to refurbish old cars, write about it and show the before and after photos. If you love fishing or gardening, share some of your best-kept secrets with your readers. When people first discover your blog they may not be interested in any of the products or services you are promoting, but that doesn't mean they won't be curious about the banners they'll see each time they read a new article you've written.
Just let your passion and personality shine through and people will react favorably and come back for more. That's the whole purpose of a blog: You can create your own public image to attract like-minded people. Cultivate a relationship with them through regular posts until they get to know you well enough to trust you and accept whatever it is you have to offer.
Good luck!
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Hi Howard,
In my humble opinion, a blog is the best way to promote SFI and TripleClicks because you have complete control over the contents. Moreover, having a personal blog enables you to reach many more people, especially in your social and business networks because, unlike some SFI Gateways, your blog will never be blocked as long as you follow the rules on each site.
You can use a blog to write about anything you like. You can be as direct or as subtle as you want about
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