Want to know how I placed 2nd in the Top 50 MLM Blogs Contest 2011…
….and shared the spotlight with the industry leader, Ray Higdon?
Read on!
By the way, I did enter the same contest last year and achieved the 19th position.
So, how did I do it this time, given the fact that I was a later comer?
Simply put, I used the same strategies that I used to promote my Traffic Generation Blogging Contest post back in March this year.
Here’s how it performed:
1. Comments: 528
2. Facebook shares: 913
3. Retweets: 354
4. Stumbles: 343
5. Linkedin shares: 153
Well, see for yourself:
I placed 4th. I should have been in the top 3 in all fairness, but there you go.
So, as you can see, if I had more time and applied all the strategies that helped me to make my contest post go viral, I would have won the Top 50 MLM Blogs Contest! 
What are the exact strategies that give me lots of comments, votes and shares?
Last year I didn’t even make the top 10 because I didn’t know how to promote my entry. Things changed when I learned from someone who had won 3 out 4 contests that she had entered previously.
That’s none other than the amazing Kristi Hines, blogging enthusiast and social media expert over at Kikolani.com.
When it comes to contests, guest or pillar posts, I use the exact strategies taught by Kristi in her powerful ebook called Blog Post Promotion – The Ultimate Guide (affiliate link).*
The amazing results I shared with you above and my 2nd position in the Top 50 MLM Blogs Contest 2011 show that Kristi definitely knows what she is talking about.
Here’s what you need to do if you want to win or do well in contests:
1. Ask For Help
See, you can’t win contests without getting some help. You just can’t!
You need to ask for help. And, that’s one of the things that Kristi teaches in her guide.
It’s all about embracing the power of networking – building great relationships and making good friendships along the way.
So, I ask my blog readers, followers, subscribers, fellow marketers and bloggers, friends and fellow members in the groups and communities that I belong to.
Most of them do help. Some of them want a favour in return, and I happily oblige (within reason of course). Some do not respond at all and that’s okay.
Think about it… If you have friends with the same interests and goals, they would be happy to help you, if you ask them, right? Just be kind enough to return the favour when they need your help, it’s a two-way street.
“Ask and you shall receive”. It works 
2. Help Other Contestants
You need to help others if you want them to help you too. It’s the simple law of reciprocity. If you vote for your fellow contestants they will most likely return a favour.
That’s exactly what I do, supporting the contest and the other contestants. It’s a great thing to do. Even if they don’t return a favour, you’ll feel good knowing that you have helped others.
Out of the 137 entries in the Top 50 MLM Blogs Contest, I reviewed and voted for about 130. I shared some blogging tips (pointers) to help others improve their blogs.
I guess it’s because I love doing blog audits.
I have received great feedback from a lot of people who appreciated how I have pointed them in the right direction.
Now, not everyone returned a favour and I’m cool with that. When you help others, you will receive ten-fold.
3. Offer a Bribe
Relax, it’s nothing illegal. It’s an ethical bribe, in the form of a free ebook, report, e-course, webinar, anything you fancy really. People are likely to take action if there’s some incentive for them. Help them help you!
I didn’t use this strategy in my previous contests.
So, just 3 days before the voting cut-off date, myself and other great bloggers in our industry decided to host a private Q&A Blogging Webinar to give everyone who has voted for us something of value in return.
And, a few contestants were also offering something of value in exchange of votes. Marketing experts use bonuses all the time to sweeten their deals 
Key Takeaway
There you have it. If you want to rock the contests and get your name out there, just like I do, then I highly recommend that you get yourself a copy of Blog Post Promotion – The Ultimate Guide.
Only $37 $25 USD for a limited time!
If you want to learn about how to promote your blog posts, guest posts and contest entries heavily for amazing results, then this is a must-read guide, without a hint of a doubt.
Many Thanks From the Bottom of my Heart!
I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone once again for your continued support. I couldn’t have achieved this without all your help.
I would also like to thank George Fourie for organising this amazing contest. I truly admire George for the hard work and a lot of time he put in preparing for the contest and counting the votes for the final results – inspirational! He needs some good sleep now
So, what do you think?
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Congratulations Mavis! Job well done. I have Kristi’s book too and you are so right about how valuable it is. Here’s to you winning more contests and going viral again. Next year I bet you’ll place #1!
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Thanks very much my friend – greatly appreciated. Agreed – I’m going for #1 next year
Have a great weekend, Ileane!
Mavis
Hi Mavis,
Congrats on your massive success.
Your tips are stunningly simple yet absurdly powerful. Ask for help. Tap into your massive network. Most will help you. Honest to goodness Mavis, I would have put your stuff out there as always but I had such a poor internet connection in Ubud, Bali that I sometimes had only 15 minutes a day online. But I know you have such a powerful network that you would come through without my tweets
Seriously though, ask for help then give help. RT. Facebook Share. Leave nice comments. Give freely, and you receive generously, meaning others will do the same social sharing and commenting on your post, helping you expand your presence.
As for the bribe, it’s good money every time. Offering value-packed freebies coaxes folks to help you out. You need to be a self-promoter, and of course, you need to be willing to promote others too.
Thanks for sharing your tidbits of wisdom Mavis.
RB
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Thanks very much, Ryan – greatly appreciated
These are very easy strategies to implement if you’re serious about marketing your contest entry or blog posts.
All the best,
Mavis
Great job Mavis! A big congrats to you girl! I bought this book and although I have not read all of it I can tell it’s dynamite from what I already learned! It’s a must for those that want to become successful with blogging! Invest in yourselves folks! It pays
Thanks for sharing this Mavis!
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Thanks very much, April. You did very well too
I know it’s one powerful book.
Have a great weekend, my friend!
Mavis
Congratulations on your amazing finish. I have to admit, that it was a lot of fun to enter and participate in the Top 50 MLM Blogs of 2011.
I watched your numbers climb rapidly. When they posted the results i saw that you had vaulted into second place. Awesome job. Especially, for joining so late.
This was my first year in the contest and I finished #26. Now, I have my sites set on a top ten finish next year. Oh, P.S., thanks for the vote….
It really was a lot of fun, connecting and meeting fellow bloggers.
Well, congrat’s once again. Well done.
Cheers,
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Thanks very much, John – greatly appreciated.
Congratulations to you too! Well done
And thanks for auto syndicating my content, I have returned the favour
Best,
Mavis
I do not think there is anything bad in asking for help. For a contest, a vote from the loyal readers would be of great help and wont take much of the time
Agreed, Tushar.
Best,
Mavis
Congratulations Mavis. I’m pleased to see all your hard work and effort paid off. It gives a newbie like me some heart that with a little discipline and application I can maybe follow in your footsteps
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Thanks very much. You can do it too, David.
Best,
Mavis
Hello Mavis,
First of all congratulations on your success and being #2. I agree with what you have said about what you need to do to win in a contest. All true! I’ll also take a look at your recommendation, kikolani. Thanks again for sharing this article.
-Sonny
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Thanks very much, Sonny… You’re welcome.
Best,
Mavis
Congratulations once again Mavis!
Thanks so much for sharing these wonderful tips with all of us, a learning for our future- in-case we ever participate in such a contest
Kristi’s book sure sounds wonderful and am sure it is, as so is her awesome blog that is full of information for everyone.
Wishing you all the best for your future endeavors as well
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Thanks very much, Harleena – greatly appreciated
I wish you continued success too!
Mavis
Hi Mavis,
Congratulations to the success, you are going to win next year. Kristi is a very good blogger with very good articles full with knowledge and ideas, a blog that I highly recommend everyone to follow.
Thanks very much, Lennart. Yes, she is indeed.
Best,
Mavis
Congrats, Mavis
I love your blog and one important reason is because you realy answer people coments and questions.
Are you using a VA or you do all the work by yourself ???
Thanks
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Thanks very much, Hezi. I do all the work myself – very busy lady!
Best,
Mavis
Congrats on winning 2nd place. By the activity you described, it shows that one of the most important elements that helped you reach the top is commitment. As you marked your goal for next year, with your dedication, I’m sure you’ll conquer the 1st place.
Thanks very much, Assaf. I’m sure I will
Hi Mavis,
Congrats on your second place finish. It is obvious that social marketing is the ticket for ranking in google. I’m slowly learning the ropes but I am not the most social person so it is a slow process. I like to work by myself but I am slowly getting used to the social scene and the techniques that you mention are helpful. As soon as I learn this, something else will probably come along so it is like a continuing game.
Thanks,
Jim
Thanks very much, Jim. Yes, it’s an ongoing process
Best,
Mavis
Congratulations Mavis! Excellent tips for winning contests and driving more traffic to your blog. Our favorite is the law of reciprocity. It’s always a great thing to give to and help others. Thanks for sharing!
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Thanks very much, Brian and Felicia! Welcome to my blog!
Hope to see more of you here.
Best,
Mavis
First thing congratulations!I always visit your blog to read some insightful tips to use in my online venture. I will be expecting more good content from you Ms. Mavis Nong. I know you will deliver anyways.
Thanks, Mark. I appreciate your visit and encouragement.
Best,
Mavis
I think you have knocked the right door and got the position. Kiristi is one the famous bloggers and has won many online contests.
She is indeed.
Mavis, Congrats!
You made a vast improvement from last year and I’m glad to see that your content which we all appreciate so much is ranked so high.
I really like the ethical bribe offer and I will soon have some similar on my own blog.
Thanks for sharing this great content as well as your results with us Mavis.
Giles Wells III
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Thanks very much, Giles. I appreciate your encouragement and continued support
All the best,
Mavis
Well done Mavis!
I’m sure Ray could learn a thing or few from you when it comes to blogging. To his credit he’s a World Class networker and as you say, industry leader, so it’s no surprise that he’s up there at the top. You’re in good company up there!
Agreed – Kristi’s guide is fantastic, well worth an investment for any blogger.
Wish you and your family a wonderful Christmas, here’s to an awesome new year in the blogosphere!
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Thanks very much, Jym – I appreciate your kind words and encouragement
I couldn’t agree with you more!
All the best to you and yours,
Mavis
Congratulations! I also agree that if we can seek the help of others why not., right? I mean its for our benefit and our site of course.
Thanks very much, Rick.
Welcome to my blog!
Best,
Mavis
G’Day Mavis,
How is it going? I was reading the comments etc. – but do you or the people who commented, have one blog only or do you support your blog with another blog or mini-website? What are you doing to make your blog visible in the search engines?
Looking forward for your answers, all the best from Australia,
Matt
G’day Matt! I’m good, thanks and you?
Here’s how I do it: http://www.attractionmarketingonline.com/content-syndication/
Best,
Mavis
Mavis, if you are offering an eBook like ‘Blog Post Promotion – The Ultimate Guide.’ a beginner like me wouldn’t consider it as a bribe. I would wholeheartedly accept it and give you a push wherever you’d want me to.
You have my email now, would wait for such better opportunities!
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Thanks very much, John. I’ll keep that in mind.
In this case, I offered a free Q&A webinar
Welcome to my blog! Hope to see more of you here.
Mavis
Congratulations, Mavis! All the efforts, quality content and consistency. Keep the great information and posts coming!
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Thanks very much, Kal.
Best,
Mavis
This is encouraging post for all those who are on the way of learning. We are praying for your first rank.
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See you at the top, Maja!
Very inspiring post, especially the part of asking help and giving bribes, this is an example on how to take an action and be creative.
Thanks, Mark.
A TREMENDOUS performance Mavis, thanks for sharing your tips, I’d hate to be in Ray’s shoes next year!!
Jacs
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Ha ha! Thanks for your continued support, Jacs.
Happy holidays!
Mavis