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I really found the answer to be pretty simple, but not an answer I would have thought of even 8 months ago. I happen to have the very same question myself at one point, but if you do just what he’s suggesting, it does work - I will say I 100% agree, it works!

This post was inspired by Darren Rowse, the guy behind ProBlogger.com, who answered a question that was asked by one of his readers, how to - “get more relevant readers to your blog/ mailing list??”

I really found the answer to be pretty simple, but not an answer I would have thought of even 8 months ago. I happen to have the very same question myself at one point, but if you do just what he’s suggesting, it does work - I will say I 100% agree, it works!

Basically what Darren is telling his reader, is to hang out in those “hot-spots” that focuses on the subject you are all ears to, or rather the niche you’re in.

So for instance, we all get by now, I’m heavily involved in the MS Community, and the longer I hang out and contribute valuable content the more readers I get coming here - from there.

Same with another community I hang out in from time to time - I get the same results.

But the main point here is these communities are “hot” on the map. They aren’t newly created forums, or ones that only get a few new posts a week. These are “very” active communities and one that I share a huge interest in.

As Darren answers in that post, you should contribute to whatever resources they have open to you. Create content worth printing out and slapping up on that refrigerator, cork-board or binder of goodies and tips.

For Darren’s advice in detail, click here.

If you’re writing skills aren’t real strong, it’s ok. In most cases on forums and blogs, you write as you’d talk anyway. But for those who are serious about captivating their readers attention, I have two suggestions for you that I’ve found priceless.

1) Words That Sell was suggested by my friend Bryan Clark (former owner of OneMansBlog.com). And I really don’t know how I wrote without it. Again, as mentioned in previous posts, you can find it at Barns & Noble or Amazon online.

2) Keep an eye on Ben Settle’s Blog - www.bensettle.com. Sign up for his news list - you won’t be disappointed! While there, check out all of his resources this crazy guy gives out free!

No matter what, have fun out there! Be honest, post value and don’t be afraid to mingle!

The number one key factor that everybody hates is “waiting” to build your credibility online. When will people start to trust me enough? Do I have an adequate amount of valuable content on my site to matter? Is this a waste of time and should I just do it another way?You need to decide whether you even have the passion of writing first. Will you allow yourself the time to build a nice and healthy blog or do you expect results overnight?

Nothing comes fast in life that’s worth keeping or sharing.

A blog is just another way to generate a hale and hearty subscriber list that you should treat like you would a new born child – delicately.

Honesty - Provide the following:

Cold Hard Facts
Explode Myths about Your Niche
Don’t pull punches
Stay ethical
Stay authentic
Be hard-hitting and point-blank

Improve – Provide the following:

Grow to serve your readers better
Put new features to work

Informative – Provide the following:

Share little-known techniques or step-by-step
Share great ideas for your niche
Answer hard questions other haven’t covered yet
Take the guesswork out for your readers
Open up new channels of information others haven’t yet

Become indispensable:

Be the “nerve” center for your niche. Create such a strong desire that your readers constantly want to have their thumb on your pulse.

Expand your knowledge and share with others.

Stay up to date and implement popular Internet characteristics, like Web 2.0. Don’t be drab and stay modern so you don’t bore or get left behind.

All you have to do is sit down and make a list after you have analyzed your market needs. All you should be doing on your blog is offering solutions to what troubles your market.

It’s as simple as that.

This my friends is how to build a relationship with your readers and one that will last.

If you’re looking to build your list of network marketer prospects, and are writing to the network marketer just take it easy on them.

The worst thing you can do is fill your blog up with ads for your business! Again, nobody cares and that’s even if they are looking!

Nobody wants to be sold to and that is a hard cold fact!

Inform, answer questions and provide value and watch your list of subscribers become repeat visitors and then loyal fans!

The only “con” (vs. pro) I’ll mention is when you purchase this, most I’ve talked to “thought” it was an actual ad blasting or bulk post tool for CraigsList. They author of the book, Mark Mattey calls it an “application” or he rather writes in his main promotion page - “Automate your online advertising! This application is great for ANYONE who wants to maximize there time and efficiency on Cragslist.”

It’s just an eBook, but I have to admit, it’s NOT JUST ANY common ebook with crap content. I do give him many kudos for an eBook well written and detailed on the subject. Mark also gives you a few pointers on where to find the software necessary to “blast” out your bulk ads to Craigslist. But that is only the later part of the eBook - it’s first filled with many facts and tricks to implement while posting on Craigslist. Many that I wasn’t even aware of.

It’s funny because now going to Craigslist after reading this eBook, you can tell how many customers Mark has! You can easily spot out who read his book because they are using the same very techniques Mark tells us about.

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Let me highlight some of the chapters that I found interesting and useful.

* Duplicate Ads 101
* Autoposting Programs Reviewed
* Ghosting (bet you wondered where your post went eh? It says it’s posted, but you can’t find it)!
* XXX XX Images XXXX XXX XXXX XXXXXXX? Hmmmm, wounder what images can do to help?

There are tons of “very easy” steps you can take to make sure you are seen by people and to better promote your business. The cool thing is, it’s only for the cost of this eBook. Craigslist is FREE (well you don’t have to post in paid areas).

I got a lot out of this eBook and would recommend it to anyone. Just know, it’s not software to blast your ads, it’s an ebook filled with some simple techniques you can apply just as soon as you get your mitts on the book!

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