Given how simple it can be to get information in front of
influential customers, it only makes sense to take the
steps to get on the front page. The front page of social
bookmarking sites offers an opportunity for increased page
views, visitors, and increased exposure across multiple
channels. Getting on the front page makes it easy for
millions of visitors to get the 'first impression' with
very little effort. Still, it's not an easy process. Sites
such as StumbleUpon.com, for example, can generate as much
as 20,000 page views after just one showcase on the front
page. But how is this possible?
The first step in reaching the top ranks is to develop a
creative headline. All articles on social bookmarking
sites that have some leverage contain a unique and
compelling opening; they encourage readers to click on the
link, and essentially draw people in. It may be helpful to
brush up on article-writing and effective web copy to
understand the guidelines for writing compelling headlines.
The next step is to right an appropriate description.
Descriptions are essential for ensuring your captive
audience stays with the article through completion. The
first 10-15 words can make or break the article, and this
is the time to keep the information short and concise but
informative enough to keep the reader engaged. Some social
bookmarking sites don't allow more than 150 characters, so
you may need to edit the text down according to site
standards.
After reviewing the headlines and description, you will
need to make sure the first paragraph is just as
compelling. You've grabbed the user's attention, and now
it's time to continue on with a unique presentation.
Posting irrelevant information may result in banning from
the site, so it's important to stay within spamming
guidelines.
If you are posting information from a blog, it may be
simpler to just add a bookmarking button on the site.
Bookmarking buttons can be pasted within a website or blog
with some simple HTML code. You will simply copy the code
and implement it on the site so that others can link to it
easily. Or instead of adding bookmarking buttons one at a
time from each social bookmarking site, you can run simple
scripts that will add multiple buttons all at one time like
the free script from http://addtobookmarks.com/
Once you've submitted your piece, it's important to network
and 'socialize' with other people in the community. This
can help you create an active profile with various
communities, but also provide added exposure for relevant
posts or links. Cooperation and collaboration on social
bookmarking sites are essential for creating a valuable
network, and you can gain an even more influential presence
as you find the right networks and communities to join.
Responding to comments, posting information on other
people's articles or blogs, and just staying connected to
various channels will help you build a positive online
reputation.
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Sean S. Sampson provides valuable resources, and
information to help the home business owner, and online
business owner prosper with their business. For more
information about Social Bookmarketing, please go to
http://www.makinglotsofmoneyonline.com
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