Hi everyone,
Really good post Tamara.. very good explanation about the system how it works..
This is exactly the way how I have generated my Aweber lists, and have to say that those list has worked too,
about 1/3 has been unsubscribed but the rest are still on the lists.
My advice is to make several type lists (depending of giveaway types where partecipating)
I mean with this that then it is possible to promote related stuff to every lists, that way list members will be more loyal
if they are receiving the post they are probably interested about. Using only one list for giveways is mistake because
then the unsubscribing level will be higher.
Giveaways work indeed and are well worth to try for everyone

All the best and have a nice weekend everyone..
Aatos
You're Welcome, Aatos, and you're absolutely right about building multiple lists using giveaway events!
It's also great that you pointed out the fact that you may have a fairly high percentage of unsubscribes, but that's okay! Don't let that get you down...IGNORE THEM...focus on the subscribers who stick around.
On another note...
I usually try to participate in at least one giveaway event per month just to keep building my lists.
However, I just noticed the one event I participated in last month (Feb) added over 100 new subscribers to my list and around a dozen new customers.
This has inspired me to push a little harder this month, so last nite I sat down and made a list of 6 giveaway events to participate in during March and early April.
Are YOU interested in joining me in the challenge to participate in these events and build or grow your email list?I'm serious, giveaway events are, IMHO, the easiest way to build an email list. PLUS, if you work it right, you can make some money, which means you're adding subscribers to your list and getting paid for doing so (or at the very least breaking even if you pay for upgrading your contributor account).
I'm willing to give "FREE coaching" to anyone who wants to join me during the next few weeks to build or grow their email lists by participating in these 6 giveaway events.Here is the list of Giveaway Events for this challenge:(Please Note: Most of these events are by "invitation only" which means you can't sign up unless you are invited by a member)
Gift Me My Money Giveaway - Upgrade OTO $17
http://www.internetprofitstrategies.com/gae/giftme-sign-up.php <== aff (Invitation Only)
Launches on: 3 / 13 / 2010 - 9:00
Closing Doors: 3 / 27 / 2010 - 21:00
This one starts in a couple of days, but don't let that stop you from joining. If you use my system, it should only take you a few hours to get things set up. Remember, it doesn't have to be perfect the first time, just TAKE ACTION!
I didn't upgrade this one because I'm not familiar with the person running it.
My JV Giveaway - Upgrade OTO $17
http://www.internetprofitstrategies.com/gae/myjv-sign-up.php <== aff (Invitation Only)
Launches on: 3 / 16 / 2010 - 9:00
Closing Doors: 3 / 30 / 2010 - 21:00
This one starts on Tuesday...be brave...TAKE ACTION!
I didn't upgrade this one because I'm not familiar with the person running it.
Easter Giveaway 2010 - Upgrade OTO $17
http://www.internetprofitstrategies.com/gae/easter-sign-up.php <== aff (Invitation Only)
Launches on: 3 / 27 / 2010 - 9:00
Closing Doors: 4 / 10 / 2010 - 21:00
I didn't upgrade this one because I'm not familiar with the person running it.
Easter JV Giveaway 2010 - Upgrade OTO $97 (YIKES!) then $47 then $27
http://www.internetprofitstrategies.com/gae/easter-jv-sign-up.php <== aff
http://www.easterjvs.com/ <== non-aff
Launches on: 3 / 30 / 2010 - 18:00
Closing Doors: 4 / 13 / 2010 - 18:00
When I saw that the cost to upgrade this was $97, I burst out laughing. These guys do run great events but, come on, $97!!! When I clicked no, they offered the upgrade minus some of the perks for $47 and when I clicked no again they offered an upgrade with minimal perks for $27, which I also declined but now I kinda wish I had taken the offer because I would have received 50 points. Guess I was so shocked by the initial $97 price tag I wasn't really paying attention.
This giveaway runs on a points system and you must have 15 points to list a product in the event. You earn points by referring others to sign up as contributors and members. Once inside, you can also buy points ($17 for 20 points which is enough to get your gift and profile listed).
PLEASE NOTE: When you click the link in the email to confirm your contributor account, you will be taken to a page that asks you to enter your email address again. DO IT because by doing so you will earn 10 bonus points.
Peter Cotton Tail Easter Giveaway - Upgrade OTO $17
http://www.internetprofitstrategies.com/gae/peter-cottontail-sign-up.php <== aff (Invitation Only)
Launches on: 3 / 31 / 2010 - 17:00
Closing Doors: 4 / 30 / 2010 - 17:00
I upgraded on this one because I know the guy running it and he runs "clean" events (i.e. no BS, no cheaters).
Easter Madness Giveaway - Upgrade OTO $12.95
http://www.internetprofitstrategies.com/gae/easter-madness-sign-up.php <== aff (Invitation Only)
Launches on: April 01st 2010 @ 08:00:00 AM MDT
Closing Doors: April 30th 2010 @ 02:00:00 PM MDT
I upgraded this one because it's cheap and when you upgrade, your product will be rotated as a featured product on the gift download home page and at the top of each page in the gift area
Let me know if you want my help by replying to this thread!
Tamara