Greetings and a question from a newbie

BoaterNYLI · 2010-02-19, 06:50 PM

Hi All:
Id like to introduce myself . I am new to this industry and for quite awhile now been trying to develop a links directory.Between Health issues (thankfully now under control) and lifes little speed bumps this endeavor has taken alot longer than previously hoped for. I look forward to any and all suggestions or assistance ( Im not proud to ask or recieve for either)
Anyway I want to know is there a template or a suggest rules list ? I see alot of directories refer to Greenies rules and was wondering what to watch out for and what to expect when I go live and start requesting links .Anyway thats all for now again I look forward to meeting and speaking with as any of you as time affords.

mark6188 · 2010-02-21, 03:50 AM

Welcome to the forum. Following greenguys rules puts you at the lowest common denominator. This means basically every directory should accept your submits if you follow those rules.

Some places are more flexible, but I think it's more a matter of volume than creativity when it comes to submitting to directories. So stick to those rules and you'll be fine.

Just start submitting and getting a feel for it. Take notes along the way, particularly sites that reject your submits. Some site owners just don't like certain sponsors. Sometimes it's because of the wording in your description, other times it's because they don't like their recips paired up with certain other sites.

Most of the site owners are members here and are willing to help if you are sincerely trying. Particularly if you are consistently getting rejected or banned, they will tell you why and give you another chance. Like any business, it's about building relationships with "partners".

You can also go it alone if you are really creative and original. If you're successful, people will look to partner with you.

Don't hesitate to ask lots of questions. Sometimes you'll ask a question that I hadn't thought of and I'll learn something new. However, you can answer most of your own questions by just doing it.

The key is to just start doing something. Build on your successes and learn from your mistakes.

Best of luck to you and keep us posted!

2010-02-19, 06:50 PM	#1
BoaterNYLI Internet! Is that thing still around? Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 3	Greetings and a question from a newbie Hi All: Id like to introduce myself . I am new to this industry and for quite awhile now been trying to develop a links directory.Between Health issues (thankfully now under control) and lifes little speed bumps this endeavor has taken alot longer than previously hoped for. I look forward to any and all suggestions or assistance ( Im not proud to ask or recieve for either) Anyway I want to know is there a template or a suggest rules list ? I see alot of directories refer to Greenies rules and was wondering what to watch out for and what to expect when I go live and start requesting links .Anyway thats all for now again I look forward to meeting and speaking with as any of you as time affords.

2010-02-21, 03:50 AM	#2
mark6188 I'm going to the backseat of my car with the woman I love, and I won't be back for TEN MINUTES Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 88	Welcome to the forum. Following greenguys rules puts you at the lowest common denominator. This means basically every directory should accept your submits if you follow those rules. Some places are more flexible, but I think it's more a matter of volume than creativity when it comes to submitting to directories. So stick to those rules and you'll be fine. Just start submitting and getting a feel for it. Take notes along the way, particularly sites that reject your submits. Some site owners just don't like certain sponsors. Sometimes it's because of the wording in your description, other times it's because they don't like their recips paired up with certain other sites. Most of the site owners are members here and are willing to help if you are sincerely trying. Particularly if you are consistently getting rejected or banned, they will tell you why and give you another chance. Like any business, it's about building relationships with "partners". You can also go it alone if you are really creative and original. If you're successful, people will look to partner with you. Don't hesitate to ask lots of questions. Sometimes you'll ask a question that I hadn't thought of and I'll learn something new. However, you can answer most of your own questions by just doing it. The key is to just start doing something. Build on your successes and learn from your mistakes. Best of luck to you and keep us posted! __________________ My Blog: Working The Business