Why do you have a Web site? To make money, share your
views/interests/opinions with the world? Or just spread some
joy, kindness or inspiration? Whatever your reason is for your
site, you won't realize your goals or dreams if you don't have
anyone visiting!
Reciprocal links are becoming problematic, if you read the
recent articles circulating the Web. Search engines are getting
costly. Webrings can work if you have lots of room on a main
page for posting, but it's getting difficult to find good size
ones that will give you real traffic.
I've found a variation that is bringing increasing attention to
my sites, and it allows me to share my interests with others and
offer increased traffic to them. Have you heard of Top Sites, or
Best Sites, lists? I love them. You go to a page that has a list
of sites that specifically relate to your interest. Something
like mini-directories. They have the benefits that reciprocal
linking used to have, without the hassles. Something of a free
advertising cooperative, actually.
They are such a nice idea that I decided to have my business
site sponsor several lists that appeal to the interests of
clients and site visitors. And I invite you to check them out
and add your sites! (There's no cost or obligation of any kind!)
Rank on the list will depend on votes (visits to and from your
site to the list). Your banner will be displayed, and there's
even room for a short description.
If your site fits any of these new "Best of" lists, feel free to
join! Absolutely no cost or strings, just exposure for your site
(and every site on the list) to an audience interested in what
you have to say or offer!
These "co-op banner pages" (I believe I just coined a phrase!)
can be a nice asset for any site promotion effort, as well as a
convenient place to look for resources for your own interests. I
figured it only takes a few minutes to set up, so what could I
lose? Nothing, it turns out...but I gained visitors to my sites.
Maybe you will, too.
You're welcome to join one of my top site lists, and if you
start one, let me know!
http://lowcarbcooking.mytopsitelist.com/cookbooks
http://lowcarbcooking.mytopsitelist.com/resources
http://lowcarbcooking.mytopsitelist.com/recipes
http://lowcarbcooking.mytopsitelist.com/products
http://lowcarbcooking.mytopsitelist.com/personalsites
http://lowcarbcooking.mytopsitelist.com/lowcarbchristians
Christmas Sites:
http://bestholidaysites.mytopsitelist.com/christmas
http://bestholidaysites.mytopsitelist.com/christianchristmas
About the author:
Cherie' Davidson has been working as a Site Content Editor for
several years. Two years ago she began her own business,
Suitable Words (http://www.suitablewords.com), where she
provides site development and on-line writing services. She is
now her own client through LCBooks.com (http://www.lcbooks.com),
her directory site for low carb enthusiasts. You may contact her
at cherie@lcbooks.com
