BLOG TIPS - Running a giveaway promotion on your blog is great way to market your it, create some excitement for your current readers, and attrack a new audience to your blog or website. Remember, promos are the first way many readers will learn about your blog, so give it your all...
Here are some tips to make your giveaway run smoothly and maximize participation.
1. Use the Right Item - Don't be stingy. Be generous and give away something that represents you and your blog well. Don’t pick something because it's cheap or you have excess inventory. You’ll get more interest, excitement and results if the item is of value and really represents what you and your blog are about.
2. "Sell" Your Free Item- Even though you're giving away the item, you should make sure you're marketing it appropriately to your blog readers. Use the best photo you have of the item, with a stellar discription. And make sure you have inventory to sell to your customers. You're telling folks how great the item is, so why not have it for sale for those that won't win.
3. Keep It Simple - Don't make it too difficult for your readers to enter. Why? Because make folks won't bother and you could do more damage than good. You've see many blog giveaways that require readers to leave a comment in order to enter. I've seen requirements like blogging or tweeting about the giveaway, becoming a follower or putting a “badge” on their blog. website. Many readers will see all the requirements and decide it’s not worth the effort to enter.'
