Who Wants To Win The $10 Sam Freedom Paid Me?
**Edit**
I changed the title of the post because people thought I was giving away the $10 if they linked back to my blog. This isn’t the case. Keep reading…
I promised a “contest” after the post, Thanks For Proving My Point, Sam Freedom, created such a stir. Since I will not link to his blog, feel free to visit the link to learn more. I said the contest would be put to good use to benefit everyone who participated and I am keeping my word. The rules are simple, you will have a week to complete the two tasks and, hopefully, you’ll gain a few readers and a little traffic. In order to win the $10, no it isn’t much but it’s his money, not mine, you must do the following 2 tasks:
1. Subscribe to my feed, (comment to let me know you have done so- you also have the option of subscribing by email as well).
2. Go to the blogger’s site immediately before your comment- and comment on his/her blog, preferably the latest post. If you feel you have no input, subscribe to his/her feed and let them know in a comment on the latest post that you have done so. I will be checking all blogs. If you happen to be the first person to comment on my post, don’t worry your comment and subscription option is enough.
That’s it-quite simple and I am doing this for a reason. Too many of us stick to our daily reads and niches as if we’re afraid of what we may find in another blog. One thing EntreCard.com has taught me- popularity and numbers mean nothing. I have found interesting content and people from the smallest of blogs to the largest. Blogs I would never have known about otherwise and I am enjoying every minute of it. I’m a people person by nature- I enjoy interacting and this is how I envisioned the EntreCard service. Unfortunately, some see things in a different light and become selfish. Don’t be selfish with your time. Inviting new readers and interacting with those of other niches is what blogging is about- it isn’t about making money and becoming the most popular blog on the Internet. Who knows-you just may find a blog you actually like- and not one you feel as if you need for your own blog’s sake. Got it? Good. Now, subscribe and comment. Next Saturday at 11:59pm EST, (US Time), the contest ends. At this point I will assign each comment a number, (it’s critical that you include the link to your blog), and use Random.org to choose the winner. $10 whole smackaroos are up for grabs here, folks. The winner will be contacted via email and the funds will be sent via PayPal. If you do not use PayPal, please let me know and we can make other arrangements. Now- go forth and find new blogs and good luck.
Oh. I’m first… I subscribed, and I thought maybe I’d go comment on the first commenter on your last post now…
I quite agree with you – I’ve found some very interesting blogs tru E-card!
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While I’m not interested in the contest I also think people who chain drop exclusively are missing the boat on sustainable, worthwhile traffic. (But I’m also guilty on occasion of the drop and run.) I’ve been trying to make a better effort on reading and commenting on blogs that interest me. It does get results.
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I just subscribed to your blog, and commented on the blog before me. Subscribed too.
http://realitybanned.blogspot.com/2008/01/how-about-plate-full-of-these.html
Great idea for a contest
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Why do people need to be coaxed into commenting? If I see something I’m interested in (like your previous post), I comment. I feel like comments for comments’ sake are boring. The next person does not need to comment on one of my posts just to comment.
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I’m not “coaxing” anyone into commenting. If you read the whole post I stated that if you had nothing relevant to say then subscribe to that person’s feed and let them know by leaving a comment. If, after a period of time it’s your choice on whether or not you keep reading the blog. I am doing this to encourage people to visit blogs they normally wouldn’t visit. I’m not forcing you to do anything.
LOL at the image Beth
. Entrecard is a goldmine for bloggers. It is a great resource for learning from other’s accomplishments and mistakes. I get to meet and interact with nice people with great blogs. Got lots of links from Entrecard members. The traffic that I’m getting from Entrecard is just a plus. Goodluck to everyone who entered this contest and Have a great weekend. 
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Yeah, I know. I was having a low blood sugar morning. Now I just ate a cupcake. I’m happy again!
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Hey Beth!
I like the inspiration to slow down and to comment. Your contest is a great reminder that blogging is a conversation, not a one-way street where we just use each other for traffic.
I’m off to comment on Louie and Stan for good measure to get the flow back. Maybe he’ll give me a cupcake!
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nice contest but i am not interested.best of luck
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Hi,
I’ve subscribed to your feeds through email and commented on M07’s blog:
http://talkerblog.com/2008/01/23/30-most-useful-traffic-building-tips.aspx
Thanks!
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I blogged this in my post:
http://laurawilliamsmusings.blogspot.com/2008/01/saturday-edition-of-contests-galore_26.html
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I want Sam’s money to buy some twinkies. They are much better than cupcakes. I love the blogs I run across. I also like to advertise on the newbies. I know how I felt when I first came here. The only thing that bugs me is when I do comment sincerely I get no feedback from some. I usually don’t go back. I figure if I take the time to tell you I like your site for whatever reason, the least you can do is drop a little note back. I have subscribed and I ma off to Laura’s site.
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I love commenting. It’s so much easier than keeping up with my blog. I’m in! Off to meet Ettarose.
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Very original idea – I like it and I’m in.
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Love this idea!
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