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5,000 Hypnotists Benefit on HypnoThoughts
I've got a fun new way of giving stuff away, and for those of you with products, a great way to promote your stuff. Read below to find out how to get and give.
We are right at the cusp of hitting 5,000 members, which is really an unbelievable accomplishment for a website that had such humble beginnings. For the first few months this site existed, I didn't even tell anyone about it, and look at it now.
The statistics on this site really are amazing. This is, by far, the fastest growing hypnosis website, and the fastest growing hypnosis community, ever. This isn't because we have the most advanced hardware, and it isn't the best software imaginable. This wasn't the first hypnosis site like this, and it won't be the last. What makes this site special is the way you all respect each other on here and the quality of the conversations you guys have. The welcoming tone that most people extend to others, even when they disagree, makes this site a great place to learn and share ideas about hypnosis.
Before I get into the fun new idea, I want to thank you all for being a part of this online community. Thank you for not treating the site as a mailing list you can market to, but instead to be part of a group you are a member of. That mutual respect is one of the great things that makes this site a success. I can't say it enough.
Sooo, with that in mind, I'd like to celebrate by giving stuff away! Additionally, if you have stuff to give away, you can read below to find out how.
the HypnoSummit 5K Benefit goes a little something like this: we got 5K members, so you guys Benefit. Just like in a 5K race, we need to hand out gatorade and water to the participants. This means that I'm gonna need volunteers to pass out the cups of water to all these thirsty people. That's enough metaphor for me, lets get down to what's in it for all of you:
Anyone can give away a hypnosis/business related gift to another member on this site. If you give something away, you can describe it (this is basically a small ad for your product). I will be giving things away, and I hope those of you who are able to participate will. Below are the rules (please don't break them, it sort of ruins the fun):
RULES FOR THE HYPNOTHOUGHTS 5K GIVE AWAY:
~ If you see a question, comment, or reply in a discussion thread, blog post, etc. that moves you in some way, contact the author directly and let them know what you want to give them.
~ You may only give 1 (one) of any product away and say so in only one location. There is no limit on how many different things you can give away.
~You are then welcome to announce the giving of that gift in the forum after you have contacted the individual directly.
~ You do not have to announce that you are giving the gift publicly. That is completely up to you.
~The recipient is also welcome to post a thank you/review of the product in the blog section of the site or as a follow up within the discussion that inspired the gift.
~ Please refrain for asking for things directly or fishing for handouts, as that goes against the spirit of giving and receiving gifts. Just like in the race, you earn the drink by participating, not standing around talking about how thirsty you are.
~ This is not a place for blatant promotions or mass discounts. This is for specific and thoughtful giving.
~ Please keep things fun and respect the spirit in which this is intended without taking advantage of it. Make this about the community, not your business. You will get way more out of this if you act out of sincerity. It's way more fun, and people will be able to tell what your intentions are.
~ The giver and receiver will handle all shipping (if necessary) between the two of them. No adding things to my to do list
UPDATED RULE: No trying to sign people up for mailing lists. No pretending your "opt in" freebie on your website is a sincere and thoughtful gift to a member of this community. The gift must be from one person to one person. No more "everyone can come download this _____ for free" business. Make a connection and be sincere.
That’s it. If you see someone that would be bettered by education or entertainment, help them get it. What could be more rewarding than giving away education to an inspired and motivated peer? With the current economy and times tougher than normal it’s good to remember the feelings of abundance and generosity.
It's this kind of sharing and sincerity that has made this site so much fun. Let's celebrate this milestone by demonstrating what this community is all about.
Thanks for participating,
Scott and the team
Tags: education, free, gift, hypnosis, learn, mp3, quality, thanks, thousands, video
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Permalink Reply by Doreen Cohanim C.Ht on -
Sure Scott, thanks a bunch too all of your team and Hypnothoughts members.
Doreen Cohanim C.Ht
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Permalink Reply by Josceleyne Dalton on -
Scott, I so very much appreciate your innovative ideas and welcome them with open arms. Thanking your team also for such a great job.Your hypnothoughts website has enabled me to communicate, albeit just a lttle, without losing touch (due to personal reasons) with others in the field I love HYPNOSIS. I have nothing but the highest regard for you and this message is to give you a big THANK YOU.
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Permalink Reply by Gale Neiderworder on -
What a wonderful idea!
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Permalink Reply by Kathleen Hanover on
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Antonio,
You've inadvertently given the "scammer" more exposure...looks like the Mods have deleted that post. You may want to delete the quoted material from your post before someone else does. :)
Kathleen
"The Pretty Goodest Public Relations, Copywriting & Marketing Lady on the Planet"
Click @KathleenHanover to follow me on Twitter
Antonio said:Wow this sounds like a blatant scam.
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Permalink Reply by Antonio on -
The person that posted above me seems a tad bit crazy. Talking crazy talk ;) j/k
Kathleen Hanover said:Antonio,
You've inadvertently given the "scammer" more exposure...looks like the Mods have deleted that post. You may want to delete the quoted material from your post before someone else does. :)
Kathleen
"The Pretty Goodest Public Relations, Copywriting & Marketing Lady on the Planet"
Click @KathleenHanover to follow me on Twitter
Antonio said:Wow this sounds like a blatant scam.
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Permalink Reply by Kelley Woods on -
Hello Scott,
This is a wonderful idea and I hope many take advantage of it. As an added thank you, I want to point out that HypnoThoughts benefits not only the nearly 5,000 members, but it also is building a strong presence with the general public.
I recently googled a topic of research and guess which site came up in the top 5? You got it: a discussion on that very same topic on HypnoThoughts! So if you thought your work improved only OUR existence, think again!
Best wishes,
Kelley
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Permalink Reply by James Hazlerig on -
I want to give props to someone here who has just offered me a wonderful present!
Kathleen Hanover, the Pretty Goodest Public Relations Whiz on the Planet (and also the Pretty Humblest, and quite possibly the Prettiest), has offered me a free consultation to help my fledgeling business. Even after I warned her that I'm a cranky and cantankerous curmudgeon, she's still interested, so I have to really admire her abilities and look forward to benefitting from her help.
Take care,
James
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Permalink Reply by Kelley Woods on
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I want to thank Roger Moore, PhD, for the wonderful gift he gave to me today. He is a kind and skilled therapist and I so appreciate his generosity! Thank you, Roger!! I want you to know that your time and effort will benefit even more people beyond myself. You're awesome!
Best wishes,
Kelley
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Permalink Reply by Roger Moore on -
You are most welcome! It was my honor to share with you.
Kelley Woods said:I want to thank Roger Moore, PhD, for the wonderful gift he gave to me today. He is a kind and skilled therapist and I so appreciate his generosity! Thank you, Roger!! I want you to know that your time and effort will benefit even more people beyond myself. You're awesome!
Best wishes,
Kelley
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Permalink Reply by Roger Moore on
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This is a shout out of thanks to Kathleen Hanover. The other day before I had actually read about the 5K Benefit I asked Kathleen a question about SEM, SEO and ad words. Much to my surprise, she offered me a gift of her time to look at my websites and to do a review of my current keywords and site SEO
--Review cost per click with my current keywords
--Review search volume
--Review potential PPC budget
--Make a recommendation about the potential ROI on PPC advertising
She thought it would take her a couple of weeks - We agreed to talk on Monday, I thought it was to be for a few minutes to talk about what it was she was offering and much to my surprise not only did she have it already completed she gave me two hours on the phone to discuss her research. She was very patient with me and explained the magic that she does so that I could understand it. It was two hours of my time very well spent and fixes were begun later in the afternoon by my web person. Kathleen, thank you so much for your generosity, knowledge, expertise and patience - you have helped my out tremendously!
Roger
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The generosity of HypnoThoughts' community members is just so heartwarming!
First, I want to thank Doreen for the relaxation MP3 she sent me for trying to help her restore her website (please keep us posted on that, Doreen. I'm crossing my fingers for you).
Second, I want to say to Roger Moore, you're very welcome! I'm eager to hear how your organic search results improve. I'm looking forward to hearing that you've taken over the first page of Google. ;)
Third, I want to thank Phil A., who gave me a wonderful present--a photo shoot! Phil is a great photographer and a real pleasure to work with. I'm grateful for the time he spent working with me. It was an unplanned personal evolution experience. ;)
Fourth, I want to thank James Hazlerig for the "dance like a goddess" CD he is sending me! I'm crazy excited to listen to it! I've been wanting to combine hypnosis and dance for several years now...had no idea someone had already done it!
How fun is this!?!
Kathleen
"The Pretty Goodest Public Relations, Copywriting & Marketing Lady on the Planet"
Click @KathleenHanover to follow me on Twitter
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Permalink Reply by Fable Goodman on -
Well we are up to 4992, as I type,
I have noticed gifts flying backwards and forwards,
in keeping with the spirit of this community.
I was pleased this morning to listen to an MP3
(which I thoroughly enjoyed.)
which was a gift from Doreen,
I will be putting it on my MP3 player to listen to in bed later.
I have been putting some thought into
what Gifts I might give, and to whom.
Not came up with any clear answer yet,
but I am enjoying the process of thinking about it.
Love hugs, and appreciation to you all.
Fable
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