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Permalink Reply by Brian and Mike on March 10, 2010 at 10:34am

I think people are really tired of voting in online type contests. The last time I did it for a friend I was hit with so much spam I dumped the email address.

What does everyone else think?

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Permalink Reply by Iliana on March 10, 2010 at 11:36am

I was actually asking for marketing suggestions; not your opinion.

Thanks anyway!

Laura Occhipinti said:

I think people are really tired of voting in online type contests. The last time I did it for a friend I was hit with so much spam I dumped the email address.

What does everyone else think?

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Permalink Reply by Benita on March 10, 2010 at 11:51am

I agree with Laura...however, why not create your own website to generate interest? Why not use facebook/twitter to spread the word about the contest and direct people to such a website (if you create one). Why not create a raffle and tell your friends/family that just for voting, they have a chance to enter in for a drawing for a prize? That might really create interest/provide an incentive to vote for you as long as it's a good prize (coupons to local restaurants, gift cards, etc).

As for your response to Laura...I think she was offering an explanation for why emailing people might not be a good idea and why you might want to consider alternatives (see the above).

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Permalink Reply by Iliana on March 10, 2010 at 12:05pm

Benita,

Thanks so much; these are great ideas!

Benita said:

I agree with Laura...however, why not create your own website to generate interest? Why not use facebook/twitter to spread the word about the contest and direct people to such a website (if you create one). Why not create a raffle and tell your friends/family that just for voting, they have a chance to enter in for a drawing for a prize? That might really create interest/provide an incentive to vote for you as long as it's a good prize (coupons to local restaurants, gift cards, etc).

As for your response to Laura...I think she was offering an explanation for why emailing people might not be a good idea and why you might want to consider alternatives (see the above).

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Permalink Reply by Brian and Mike on March 10, 2010 at 12:12pm

Well, it may be good to know why most people are not voting before you put energy into it. Your time and resources might be better spent on raising money for your wedding or gathering tips on how to save on wedding planning.

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Permalink Reply by Iliana on March 10, 2010 at 12:32pm

Thank you and I appreciate your honesty, but I'm not banking my wedding on this contest... I mean of course it would be wonderful! However, I'm also realistic and I also think there is nothing wrong with giving things a try and just having fun. Overall I have had a good response, but I have never done this before so I was just looking for some ideas.

Thanks for the feedback ladies.


Laura Occhipinti said:

Well, it may be good to know why most people are not voting before you put energy into it. Your time and resources might be better spent on raising money for your wedding or gathering tips on how to save on wedding planning.

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