What did you do to promote your forum today?

[Shawn Gossman]

Reply daily with what you did to promote your forum for the day.

Your responses could help other forum admins promote their own forums.

 

[Calamity]

Working on post exchanges right now to get the forum filled out - then plan to push my social media advertising a bit. Trying to think of a contest idea to draw in new members but need a few members first before I can launch.

 

[Shawn Gossman]

Working on post exchanges right now to get the forum filled out - then plan to push my social media advertising a bit. Trying to think of a contest idea to draw in new members but need a few members first before I can launch.

Here's a few ideas

Forum Management Thread '20 Unique Contest Ideas for Discussion Forums'

Oct 6, 2024

Contests can be a great way to boost engagement and grow your discussion forum's community.

Below are 20 creative contest ideas designed to encourage participation and excitement in your forum, no matter the niche.

1. Best Discussion Starter Contest​

Encourage members to start new threads, rewarding the one with the most engaging or popular discussion topic.

You can judge based on replies, views, or quality of conversation.

2. Photo of the Month​

Host a monthly photo contest where users share themed photos.

This works well in niches like hiking, travel, pets, or...

• Shawn Gossman
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• Forum: Articles and Interviews

 

[Bawse]

I posted on a few forums where I regularly build links. I usually make a promo post on social media every few days. I also followed people, and added more friends on Facebook related to my niche.

 

[Shawn Gossman]

I posted on a few forums where I regularly build links. I usually make a promo post on social media every few days. I also followed people, and added more friends on Facebook related to my niche.

I like the post as the page feature on Facebook. That can really help draw people to your community!