Advice needed: how to grow and manage a forum - GoFuckYourself.com

gaffg · 04-28-2010, 06:12 AM

I have a client that wants to grow a forum.

Any advice or tips appreciated. I have some experience with this and I have found a few articles on the subject but maybe I might find some good tips by asking here.

Fletch XXX · 04-28-2010, 06:12 AM

bots and drama

Fletch XXX · 04-28-2010, 06:13 AM

i forgot trolls

gaffg · 04-28-2010, 06:23 AM

I was expecting a few jokes like that but at the same time I wonder if bots/drama/trolls is the way to go. I have seen some forums burn out trying to use this method.

czarina · 04-28-2010, 06:29 AM

fletch may have been kidding, but he's actually right

baddog · 04-28-2010, 06:31 AM

We grew to 1,000's overnight with giveaways of VISA cards.

gaffg · 04-28-2010, 06:51 AM

yes, half joke half truths.

I think contests are a good way to jumpstart a forum.

bump

LoveSandra · 04-28-2010, 06:59 AM

a bunch of users , multiple posts daily with all registered accounts. Paid posts may be a good solution and after a while expect some human registered users

Fletch XXX · 04-28-2010, 07:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gamingaffiliatesguide

I was expecting a few jokes like that but at the same time I wonder if bots/drama/trolls is the way to go. I have seen some forums burn out trying to use this method.

I was not kidding, Ive been paid $1000 for a month of posting LOL

http://www.rentatroll.com/

CIVMatt · 04-28-2010, 07:05 AM

forumelf

gaffg · 04-28-2010, 07:11 AM

what is forumelf, website?

rentatroll, looked at the services offered and each category I can name people who do this naturally.

CunningStunt · 04-28-2010, 07:13 AM

Your site reeks of piss. http://www.gamingaffiliatesguide.com/

Fletch XXX · 04-28-2010, 07:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gamingaffiliatesguide

rentatroll, looked at the services offered and each category I can name people who do this naturally.

um because i precisely wrote the descriptions to match what "real posters" do, bots mimick real people ;)

Anyhow, good luck homie

gaffg · 04-28-2010, 07:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CunningStunt

Your site reeks of piss. http://www.gamingaffiliatesguide.com/

CunningStunt · 04-28-2010, 07:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gamingaffiliatesguide

It's not a compliment. You come across as a spamming douche.

gaffg · 04-28-2010, 07:29 AM

oh I get it, this must be you:

The Whiner - Senseless non-stop fucking whining and complaining like a sour little girl. Have us moan and weep at the most trivial things and irritate the hell out of everyone on the board. Despite this pest of a personality, it can be quite rewarding.

Quote:

Originally Posted by CunningStunt

It's not a compliment. You come across as a spamming douche.

CunningStunt · 04-28-2010, 07:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gamingaffiliatesguide

oh I get it, this must be you:

The Whiner - Senseless non-stop fucking whining and complaining like a sour little girl. Have us moan and weep at the most trivial things and irritate the hell out of everyone on the board. Despite this pest of a personality, it can be quite rewarding.

Are you new to the internet?

If you're such an amazing affiliate coach, why don't you make your money on the quiet? It's like "SEO Experts", you guys make me puke.

annaliese · 04-28-2010, 07:38 AM

hire a community manager who is experienced in growing communities. like meee.

gaffg · 04-28-2010, 07:47 AM

depends on the price. the forum I'm helping to grow is of course in the gambling industry. I think they will have someone working for the forum for a few hours per day so that should be a good start.

keep the tips and comments coming

04-28-2010, 06:12 AM	#1
gaffg Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Online Posts: 717	Advice needed: how to grow and manage a forum I have a client that wants to grow a forum. Any advice or tips appreciated. I have some experience with this and I have found a few articles on the subject but maybe I might find some good tips by asking here. __________________ http://gaffg.com/affiliate-programs/ Find all gambling affiliate programs based on categories: casino, poker, sportsbetting, bingo, mobile. Find forex and binary options affiliate programs. Listed by revenue share, CPA and sub affiliate commission.

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04-28-2010, 06:13 AM	#3
Fletch XXX GFY HALL OF FAME DAMMIT!!! Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: that 504 Posts: 60,840	i forgot trolls __________________ Want an Android App for your tube, membership, or free site? Need banners or promo material? Hit us up (ICQ Fletch: 148841377) or email me fletchxxx at gmail.com - recent work - About me

04-28-2010, 06:23 AM	#4
gaffg Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Online Posts: 717	I was expecting a few jokes like that but at the same time I wonder if bots/drama/trolls is the way to go. I have seen some forums burn out trying to use this method. __________________ http://gaffg.com/affiliate-programs/ Find all gambling affiliate programs based on categories: casino, poker, sportsbetting, bingo, mobile. Find forex and binary options affiliate programs. Listed by revenue share, CPA and sub affiliate commission.

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gaffg Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Online Posts: 717	yes, half joke half truths. I think contests are a good way to jumpstart a forum. bump __________________ http://gaffg.com/affiliate-programs/ Find all gambling affiliate programs based on categories: casino, poker, sportsbetting, bingo, mobile. Find forex and binary options affiliate programs. Listed by revenue share, CPA and sub affiliate commission.

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gaffg Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Online Posts: 717	what is forumelf, website? rentatroll, looked at the services offered and each category I can name people who do this naturally. __________________ http://gaffg.com/affiliate-programs/ Find all gambling affiliate programs based on categories: casino, poker, sportsbetting, bingo, mobile. Find forex and binary options affiliate programs. Listed by revenue share, CPA and sub affiliate commission.

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gaffg Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Online Posts: 717	depends on the price. the forum I'm helping to grow is of course in the gambling industry. I think they will have someone working for the forum for a few hours per day so that should be a good start. keep the tips and comments coming __________________ http://gaffg.com/affiliate-programs/ Find all gambling affiliate programs based on categories: casino, poker, sportsbetting, bingo, mobile. Find forex and binary options affiliate programs. Listed by revenue share, CPA and sub affiliate commission.