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.

bots and drama

i forgot trolls

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.

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

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

yes, half joke half truths.

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

bump

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:)

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

http://www.rentatroll.com/

forumelf

what is forumelf, website?

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

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

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

Anyhow, good luck homie

:thumbsup

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

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.

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

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