Have you heard a forum marketing? This is a fantastic way to generate targeted traffic to your website, blog or offers. Anyone that tries it out likes it, simply because it works so well for many. It does take a little bit of time, but it is very easy to do, which makes it something that is viable for most people. As with anything in IM, you are not guaranteed to make money, yet it is still a popular marketing method. The general guidelines you need to follow are easy to learn, but there is still a bottom line with forums and their members. You need to have something solid and worthwhile to offer if you want maximum success.
Many many will act the way that they normally act when they are in forums. Others will be more extrovert or even introvert. So, unless you are very good at turning people off with your personality, then act the way that you always do. If you are shy, it is okay to just watch things before you start contributing. This behavior is called lurking and lots of people do it all the time. You might be too afraid to make a first post. Just respond to the other threads that people have created.
Don't just comment on existing threads. Start your own threads as well. A lot of people who are new feel shy about starting threads. Just think this article of a good topic or something worthwhile to share and make a thread. Don't forget to encourage others to ask you any questions they might have about what you've said.
There are many ways to get people to comment, and one way is to say or imply something controversial. You may have to walk a fine line when it comes to controversy and it my response can be a judgment call. Just make sure, above all else, that you start threads that go to the website fit with the theme of the forum.
Some people in forums start threads all the time. Sometimes, they are viewed in a dim light by other forum members. Don't start a ton of new threads at one time. Put a little space between them.
Also remember to post on the other threads. Remember that forums are filled with real people and human nature often rules. You can't always bend to the will of others though-even in a situation like this. There are plenty of 'gray' areas to consider when using forum marketing. If you really want to make a positive impression, find different ways to share your knowledge.
You can work a lot of forums and still only devote about five hours a week to the effort and, bring in a ton of profit from forum marketing. You won't find many ways to get a higher ROI for your time than this. Diversity is the key to maintaining success over the long-haul when marketing online.