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This Chat hour we will chat with easy_promos_usa about Running an Effective Contest On Facebook
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Welcome all! Tonight's twitter chat is very exciting :) Who's ready to talk contests?
Welcome all! Tonight's twitter chat is very exciting :) Who's ready to talk contests?
RT : Welcome all! Tonights twitter chat is very exciting :) Whos ready to talk contests? yay
RT : Welcome all! Tonights twitter chat is very exciting :) Whos ready to talk contests? yay
RT : This Chat hour we will chat with easy_promos_usa about Running an Effective Contest On Facebook
RT : This Chat hour we will chat with easy_promos_usa about Running an Effective Contest On Facebook
Welcome Brian Mcneil-Smith! So excited to have you here!
Hello Deborah and Da Vinci, thanks for having me. Hi all!!
Pleasure to have you joining us today too!
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Today our topic is “Running an Effective Contest on Facebook”
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Ditto, Brian ;) RT : Pleasure to have you joining us today too!
Tonight our chat topic is “Running an Effective Contest on Facebook”
Hi all, I'm here and ready to chat
Glad you could join us tonight!
Hello! RT : Tonight our chat topic is “Running an Effective Contest on Facebook”
Q1 Which FB applications or methods do you recommend for contests?
these days you have to follow facebook guidelines. you can create your own iframes or use a ready made..
Hey there! Thanks for joining us tonight
RT : RT : Q1 Which FB applications or methods do you recommend for contests?
get to know the features and use the most suited to you regardless of fan base size.
A1 I recommend using a company that specializes in FB contests, like
A1 I recommend using a company that specializes in FB contests, like
RT : A1 I recommend using a company that specializes in FB contests, like
photo contests, sweepstakes, video contest, pick your favourite, quizzes
photo contests, sweepstakes, video contest, pick your favourite, quizzes
A1. So far I've had a good experience with
I know there are a lot of and users out there, too.
evening and thank you for hte invite
Hey hun! Thanks for joining... weight in on Q1.
RT : RT : A1 I recommend using a company that specializes in FB contests, like
use the app to hand out coupons and promotion codes.
use the app to hand out coupons and promotion codes.
Sure thing. Welcome! RT : evening and thank you for hte invite
get entrants to opt into your email newsletter.
A1. When you're running a contest it's important to think about the platform and how well you can go viral.
Punchtab does more than just FB, correct?
Yeah has other options also,
don't be afraid to thank them for entering. activate comments on comments and when they enter ...
post to their entry thanking them. Let them know the spirit of sharing is encouraged and appreciated.
RT : A1 I recommend using a company that specializes in FB contests, like
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voting, recruiting and quizzes are great viral features.
voting, recruiting and quizzes are great viral features.
Hope we've got that notepad busy already :)
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is a great tool for promoting giveaways. You can schedule recurrent promotions easily.
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Yes indeed! RT : Hope weve got that notepad busy already :)
The beauty of is that they specialize in FB, so they know their stuff (and compliance) w/FB
Q2 What types of contests/giveaways have you found successful on Facebook?
A2 It depends on the company, the contest (how easy to enter, etc.), promotions
anything to do with pets!!
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actually the contests that are successful are usually on pages that have some kind of marketing list,...
Q2 What types of contests/giveaways have you found successful on Facebook?
facebook ads, or good engagement already. It really comes down to the admin paying attention and ..
Seriously? Have you ever had one where the prize was a pet? lol
It also has to do with prizes that people find appealing. electronics or in the case of pets..
a donation to a local shelter.
A2. I love doing video, image submission, and voting style contests. People like to be involved!
What have you seen successful in getting the word out? RT : getting the word out.
if it has meaning for the audience it will succeed.
RT : A2. I love doing video, image submission, and voting style contests. People like to be involved!
RT : A2. I love doing video, image submission, and voting style contests. People like to be involved!
I have found that "beauty" prizes are one of the most popular.
I have found that "beauty" prizes are one of the most popular.
RT : if it has meaning for the audience it will succeed.
Oooh... Good one. The "feel good" prize RT : a donation to a local shelter.
RT : A2. I love doing video, image submission, and voting style contests. People like to be involved!
A2. The key to running a successful contest is Keep it SIMPLE!!! Easy entry will = more entries
Quotable, Brian! RT : if it has meaning for the audience it will succeed.
Quotable, Brian! RT : if it has meaning for the audience it will succeed.
facebook ads, and promoted posts are really great. Also promoted posts from a personal facebook account.
A2: I've seen contests where new busineses gives rewards when they reach cetain # of followers.. very cool idea.
MT I have found that "beauty" prizes are one of the most popular.
RT : A2. The key to running a successful contest is Keep it SIMPLE!!! Easy entry will = more entries
RT : A2. The key to running a successful contest is Keep it SIMPLE!!! Easy entry will = more entries >AMEN!
I agree! Quizzes, Surveys, things like that have always worked out well for us, & you learn about users
TY Da Vinci So true. No 1 wants several hoops.. MT : The key .. successful contest .. Keep it SIMPLE!!!
A2. Thinking about an attractive prize is important... don't give away something you wouldn't want!
RT : yes keep it simple or if you cant then up the prize value!!
That makes sense, like those multi-step contests that include a $10k prize...
RT : That makes sense, like those multi-step contests that include a $10k prize...
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When entering giveaways, I get annoyed after 10 entries. There should be a limit of 10 fields on forms.
Is that like the options for entries or 10 questions just to get one entry?
That's definitely good information for anyone else wanting to run a contest!
Q3 What are some challenges you have run into with contests?
they pose challenges to keeping your audience interested. we say don't send them away from your contest.
Q3 What are some challenges you have run into with contests?
Q3 What are some challenges you have run into with contests?
Q3 What are some challenges you have run into with contests?
forms are customizable. not sure though I follow what you are saying.
10 options. I like the forms that lead you to a master "like list" (page on blog). So simple!
A3. I would say keeping the momentum going can be a challenge at time.
some admins believe by installing the app magic will happen.
Just keeping them short. Trying for no more than 10 options. It drains people that are trying to enter.
every contest with our app or other needs to be managed well and with a plan of action.
we don't see a lot of technical issues with the app itself,
A3. It's a big task to run a promotion because you have to PROMOTE the promotion, lol
A3. It's a big task to run a promotion because you have to PROMOTE the promotion, lol
A3 One of the challenges (which addresses) is getting the viral aspect
A3 One of the challenges (which addresses) is getting the viral aspect
A3 One of the challenges (which addresses) is getting the viral aspect
if there are issues we find it is due to the entrants browser relationship with connectivity and facebook.
If they refresh or change browsers often any issues go away.
cheating is a challenge. Admins who know how to head this off have no issues. ....
cheating is a challenge. Admins who know how to head this off have no issues. ....
Also, the shorter the entry form, the more giveaways the person can enter, the more traffic to your page.
A3 some of my problems are losing some new followers once a contest is over.
Best thing is to ask us when you set up your contest. The key is how you award votes.
That's definitely one of the things I loved about ! We ALL want our contests to go viral
absolutely, what you can consider is staying active with your participants. comment on their entry....
RT : A3 some of my problems are losing some new followers once a contest is over.
A3. When you're running a contest make sure you have a CLEAR set of rules to enter and for prize redemption.
A2: u haven't done any FB contest and have only participated in a few.
follow up with all your entrants with thanks and encouragement for sharing. Also use our RECRUITER FEATURE!
Making room for more followers :) MT : A3 ..my problems are losing some new followers once contest is over.
Interesting, are you adding them on your fanpage also?
RT : A3. When you're running a contest make sure you have a CLEAR set of rules to enter 7 for prize redemption.
You can actually incent people to recruit others. Its a blast!!
write good copy that people are happy to share. Let them know you appreciate them for sharing.
Yes! That's a great way to look at it. You want people who will be loyal to your brand anyway
So true, and takes a lot of the work out of the way... u pick prize, pick style, and go!
as admins you absolutely want to get in front of your entrants friends who have similar interests.
Next week preview: Talking about branding.
awesome insight. Thanks!!! Trying 2 stay positive!
That is a really good tip!
I like how has that built in! MT : u can incent people to recruit others. Its a blast!!
RT : Next week preview: Talking about branding.
definitely consider multiple entries and get them coming back.
Any tips on this? I have not gotten much viral response to my blog.
A3. Keep a list of things you didn't like on other contests and make sure to make it better on your own!
I've never had a contest on both...didn't even think of that! Duh
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RT : definitely consider multiple entries and get them coming back.
RT : RT : Next week preview: Talking about branding.
it seems to depend on the audience you attract. its not a normal activity for people to mass unlike a page.
Yes, Brian showed me how there's a built in reward-sys for "recruiting" (aka viral) that follows FB rules
Q4 What ways are you promoting your contest outside of Facebook?
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RT : A3 Keep a list of things you didnt like on other contests and make sure to make it better on your own!
RT : Q4 What ways are you promoting your contest outside of Facebook?
yes set this up and make sure you follow what you state.
RT : Q4 What ways are you promoting your contest outside of Facebook?
A4: PINTEREST is becoming a hot item
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Addicting... I have to "limit" my time or I could live there! RT : A4: PINTEREST is becoming a hot item
consider offering a selection of prizes to attract a wider audience. winner picks what they want..
Q4 What ways are you promoting your contest outside of Facebook?
Q4 What ways are you promoting your contest outside of Facebook?
it is like a virtual corkboard just keep adding without the pushpins
A4 Newsletters, partnerships, and even press releases
A4 Newsletters, partnerships, and even press releases
makes it painless.. :) RT : it is like a virtual corkboard just keep adding without the pushpins
Facebook ads works well, promoted posts. Outside facebook, use your email list, jv with someone with a list ..
or buy a list and work it, don't blast and forget it. follow up.
qr codes in high traffic areas if you are a service company or have a store front.
Spend alot of time on Pintrest, so that is is another great place to promote contests.
i strongly believe in follow up it shows the human side
RT : qr codes in high traffic areas if you are a service company or have a store front.
A4. Promote your contest to your groups, pins, twitter, Google+, put a reblog button on your post AND consider running ads
word of mouth. tell people you can count on to get the word out. these close allies will enjoy helping you
RT : i strongly believe in follow up it shows the human side
RT : RT : i strongly believe in follow up it shows the human side
engage your suppliers, companies who have a stake in your success, get them to promote.
A4 I promote my contest on all my social media channels as well as my newsletter and blogging groups
A4. If you have strong relationships and groups offline, don't be afraid to promote offline also
use the recruiter feature and reward well.
Like Brand Ambassadors.. MT : word of mouth. tell people you can count on to get the word out.
RT : A4. If you have strong relationships and groups offline, don't be afraid to promote offline also
A4. A GREAT OFFLINE way of keeping things easy is using a QR code, so people can scan and enter from their mobile device
follow up will separate you from the pack!!
google adwords also works nicely.
Justin ( ) does a lot with partnerships with other bloggers, which helps get the word out about his contests
RT : follow up will separate you from the pack!!
buy a flyer drop from a national or local newspaper.
stronly agree with this approach.
RT : I need to meet Justin.
Hey Justin .. meet Brian :) RT : I need to meet Justin.
That's a great way to keep social and build relationships!
MT : A4. If u have strong relationships offline, dn't be afraid to promote offline also
RT : Thats a great way to keep social and build relationships!
also learn tactics to build engagement on your personal page as well as your business page.
A4: twitter, LinkedIn, telling friends, email
A4: twitter, LinkedIn, telling friends, email
RT : RT : Thats a great way 2 keep social & build relationships!
anyone wanting to know more about this let me know. re- engaging iwth a personal page.
RT : RT : A4: twitter, LinkedIn, telling friends, email
RT : A4: twitter, LinkedIn, telling friends, email
This is good, depending on if you don't mind mixing the two. Some like to keep things separate.
absolutely comes down to personal preference. thanks for pointing that out.
It very much depends on the type of business you are in.
It very much depends on the type of business you are in.
Goodnight Mama! Thanks for joining, ttys
Thanks! I love them, use them on social, business cards and more!
I'm still working bridging the 2 w/out overkill on personal page
Thank you for joining us, Brian Mcneil-Smith for our chat
I can recommend a friends course if interested - shows you how to engage without turning people off.
Thank you everyone this has been fun, I appreciate your interest and for having me.
Had such a grea time chatting wiht you all.
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Had a blast tonight! Thanks for joining.
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Thanks for sharing your wonderful insight into the world of facebook contests!
Learned a lot tonight! Love getting a new perspective on things!
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Hi there ;) Glad you could join us. Looking forward to next week ;) RT : Now joining !
RT : Learned a lot tonight! Love getting a new perspective on things!
RT : Learned a lot tonight! Love getting a new perspective on things!
RT : Learned a lot tonight! Love getting a new perspective on things!
Awwwww man, I totally missed it :(
We'll be here next week, Scherrie :) RT : Awwwww man, I totally missed it :(
