The Ning Network has been getting a lot of buzz. Everybody that I know is on ning. From Writers to readers and business owners to creators, everybody is on ning. It's helped so many writers and business owners get their name and business names out there. Not only that but it's free and everybody loves something free. But ning is not the only way to advertise. You can do some other things to get your name out there in the public light. I came up with a list to help you get started or for those who have already been working hard to get noticed, here's a checklist.
- Use myspace, facebook or other social networks. Simply get accounts with them and advertise what you are doing. Post blogs, make friends with people in your same field.
- Use twitter. Everybody is using twitter. I don't know one person who is not using twitter. I recently became a fan of twitter and it has definitely helped get the magazine where it needs to be. You can post small updates on what's new with you or your book or business.
- Post ads wherever you can. Some companies will allow others to purchase ad space with their website. For instance, some ning network creators allow others to purchase ad space. Some ad spaces run from $5-$100. But where ever you can advertise, do it!
- Check out your local library. Sometimes the library will allow you to do book signings or advertise as a local writer. So see what they offer
- Use your signature line at the end of your emails as an ad resource. So everytime you send an email, people will read about your business or work.
- Build a website or author website. Not everyone is internet or computer smart. Some people simply can not wrap their minds around using the internet. You can always hire someone to build a professional website for you. Having a website is like having your book home or business home on the internet and you want people to be able to find you whenever!
- Check your local book stores. You can try borders or barnes and noble but try some of the smaller book stores around your area. See if they allow books signings or will allow you to sell your book in their store.
- Be sure to use all of ning's resources. You can never be apart of too many networks and not all your friends on one network are members of another network. So make friends as best as you can, join groups within that network and make your way around to everyone who is apart of the ning network. ( For those who are not apart of ning. Check it out www.ning.com )
- Become a part of competitions or be a sponser for a company. If there are local events in your town see what the qualifications are to join or be apart of it.
- Last but certainly not least, use your mouth. Tell anyone who will listen about your book and company. You may come across the right person to get you to the right place.
So there's my short list of tips and advice on advertising. If you didn't know, From A Writers POV offers advertisement. Check out our packages today: http://fromawriterspov.webs.com/advertisementinfo.htm
Signing Off,
Dominique Watson
