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gradyp
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# Posted: 15 Aug 2008 00:04
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Vishal,
I totally agree. Quite often, on various forums, I see people posting what is essentially an ad for whatever they are promoting. But when you look at how many posts they have contributed, that post may be the only thing they've posted. Even worse, if you see that they do have 5 or 10 posts, every single one of them is an exact copy of the same sales pitch. Really? Can't they be more creative?
If people would realize that all they need to do is to genuinely contribute to the discussions, they will find that they are much more likely to get clicks on links in their signatures, in their profiles, and other places that they may appear.
Thanks for this thread! It should have ATTN NEWBIES at the start of it 
Great forum here, BTW.
Grady
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cybermommy
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# Posted: 15 Aug 2008 13:56
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Great post and advice Vishal.
I will often be here everyday yet not post anything,but rather read and read.
If I come across a thread of which I know a bit about I will contribute.
I find this forum a haven full of great information and a world away from the spam city boards out there.
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pmoore
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# Posted: 17 Aug 2008 12:37
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thank you for the info
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Grant Wilson
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# Posted: 21 Aug 2008 07:02
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Hi Vishal,
I agree with everything that you have said and pointed
out, plus everyone else to many names to mention.
I am very new to WAH Forum but not new to Forums,
anything that I can give for value information I will as long
does not break any of the TOS on WAHF 
Since I have been hanging around in forums I am finding
quality information to make me a better marketer online.
I have noticed WAH before however not as a Forum is
WAH and WAHF are based from the same concepts?
I will now go and see threads that I can give my knowledge
too and maybe learn something new as well.
Have an Inspiring Day
Grant Wilson
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Vishal P. Rao
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# Posted: 21 Aug 2008 10:01
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Grant Wilson: I have noticed WAH before however not as a Forum is WAH and WAHF are based from the same concepts?
Welcome to the forum Grant WAHF just stands for Work at Home Forum, the name of this forum.
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threefurs4
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# Posted: 25 Aug 2008 17:33
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I definitely agree. I have read ALOT of speals from different work at home companies and I would have to say that the ones that show they are real are the ones that I would deal with. The ones who talk to you as a real person and not just another deposit into their bank account.
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fundingtlk
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# Posted: 27 Aug 2008 04:31
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Vishal.
Thank you for the "welcome", the forum you've provided us all, and the helpful advice in the welcome message. As I mentioned in the PM, this site has been very helpful to me recently in my search for a legitimate online business. I was discouraged when I looked around last summer for opportunities, actually I was disgusted by much of what saw - you know, those LONG webpages that would run about 10 feet long if you printed it out on one of those old fax paper spools, lol. I've been around and have seen scams around for longer than much of the younger generation has been alive (making myself sound old at 38..), and like just about everyone at some time or another, I learned to avoid scams because I'd been suckered my own fair share of times. Remembering to be humble almost always comes at a price of some sort. And it teaches us to be more careful and cautious through the process.
And this forum was one of the places where I did a lot of reading. It was just this last weekend that I did my research and made a decision I'm VERY happy with. I was bummed when I couldn't register over the 22nd-24th, but I'm here now and thankful for it. I look forward to contributing and being a part of the community.
And a BIG thank you to Wealthy Affiliate for providing all the tools I need for legitimate success!
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scshuman
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# Posted: 27 Aug 2008 22:16
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Thank you Vishal and everyone for the great advice.
As a newbie I'm taking all I can get.
That's not to say I don't have some great information myself and I'm open to sharing .
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nakedpilot
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# Posted: 28 Aug 2008 00:03
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Hi Vishal,
Thank you...i'm willing to learn anything new from the members here.
Take care and God bless
Daniel Anil Das
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karma
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# Posted: 28 Aug 2008 12:14 · Edited by: karma
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Hi , id just like to say that there seems to be some very sound and grounded advice here that anyone could learn from. Having visited quite a few forums this one stands out for its quality posts from members like Vishal.
I look forward to reading more......
Karma
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Nirvana
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# Posted: 28 Aug 2008 16:04
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Thanks Vishal,
I agree. The thing to remember is that this is a community. It's better for people to work in harmony with each other so that we all benefit. It is true that this forum is a marketing tool, but it's the type of tool where the value of your posts counts much more than what is in your signature.
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RomShan03
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# Posted: 28 Aug 2008 20:17
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I think that was well said Vishal. I think this is going to be a good site for me to learn from you guys!
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littleg
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# Posted: 1 Sep 2008 14:12
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Hi, I'm brand new to WAHF. I find this forums highly informative, and I hope to share great information and advice with you.
I agree 100% with Vishal, promotion should be a by-product here.
Take care,
Carlos G.
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drm0500678
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# Posted: 1 Sep 2008 16:51
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I sometimes try to move around from forum to forum seeking excellent information for my home business ventures. So far I really like this one. It has helped me in many ways to get more backlinks and attain a higher page rank.
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kingjim
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# Posted: 15 Sep 2008 05:49
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Hi Vishal:
You know your thinking is very logical I can also sense the 'marketing integrity' of your comments. What I mean by that is that someone truly understands marketing they will realise that it is about building a relationship with your client. It's about first listening to their needs and offering a solution that would truly profit them.
I like the way you point out the consequences of certain actions. Go for the quick fix and who will you actually be dealing with. Is this a fully qualified prospect that is already on side with you as you have addressed some need of theirs. Or is just a curious tyre kicker who is just seeing if there is a quick buck to be made or to see if you can help them in their quest for 'get rich quick'.
And lets face it, it IS easy to fall for the obvious and try TOO hard and make a self gratifying post. It is understandable when we want to succeed-we want people to buy off us! It takes some maturity to finally realise that when we help others we help ourself. If I want to TAKE then the people I attract will perhaps want to take from me. If my desire is to GIVE then perhaps those I attract will GIVE to me.
I invite anyone who wants to better understand this Law of Attraction to view the movie 'The Secret'. Joe Vitale is one of the people on their well known in Internet circles writes about Spiritual Marketing.
Thank you for a good post to remind of the reason I am really here is to learn, and perhaps to give. And as I give I know it will be given to me and in much greater measure.
Peace.
KJ
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aivee
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# Posted: 16 Sep 2008 04:57
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I am so glad I have found this forum!
Very informative and helpful.. Im contemplating of joining up in a couple of internet businesses. Your inputs are greatly appreciated.
Thanks guys and keep it up!
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JustinPhillips
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# Posted: 20 Sep 2008 19:22
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Really great write up vishal,
Thanks for having/hosting this forum, I've learned so much information and can't wait to share my knowledge with others. Keep up the great work mate.
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mywahmommy
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# Posted: 24 Sep 2008 14:19
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well said !
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hotconcept
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# Posted: 10 Oct 2008 14:56
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Hello Vishal,
Thanks for your advice. It's clear and well said.
blessings
Guy
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HarryPi
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# Posted: 15 Oct 2008 03:47
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Hi all,
I am also veeery new to this forum (as you can probably see by the number of my posts). One thing that struck me immediately when I read through threads and posts is that nearly everyone has at least one if not several signatures with websites at the bottom. Now this forum - I think- is too respectable to advertise and promote scams or fraudulent websites. Therefore my question to each and everyone (although not each and everyone will answer me... ): Did you all check the websites you promote in your sigs and have proven them to be good, honest and rewarding? In other words: Can you recommend them? Thanks, Harry
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Vishal P. Rao
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# Posted: 15 Oct 2008 05:02
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HarryPi: Did you all check the websites you promote in your sigs and have proven them to be good, honest and rewarding? In other words: Can you recommend them?
It's always up to you to do due diligence while checking member websites. It's impossible to have control over sites displayed in member's signatures.
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kingfish
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# Posted: 15 Oct 2008 18:49
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I just joined this forum and I all ready like the atmosphere here
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cupbucket
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# Posted: 19 Oct 2008 17:13
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All good stuff Vishal. Its nice to know that there are others out there who aren't scoundrels.
P.S.
This is one of the best forums I have seen. THE best in relation to this whole subject. Nice work
Namaste
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# Posted: 20 Oct 2008 00:16
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cupbucket: This is one of the best forums I have seen. THE best in relation to this whole subject. Nice work
Thank you Lee
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Delton
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# Posted: 22 Oct 2008 15:25
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I do not sell in my signature. I gave away a video. The video tells about a program.
Through watching the video some may signup most don't but that's Networh marketing.
If someone is already a member of the same program and wants to know how to advertise, how to get members, I will tell them what I can but to keep from writing a letter I will refer them to my sig. so they can see better what I'm talking about.
If they are a member of another program I don't refer them to my sig. because my sig. is only for one program.
If someone wants to know about SEO and I have a free book on the subject I see nothing wrong giving the Url to download the book. I don't ask for names or addresses. just click the Url and the download will began.
If there's anything wrong with that let me know.
just my opinion
Delton
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MrSmileyface564
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# Posted: 24 Oct 2008 23:36
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This is true for anything in life. It like when a person goes to rob a bank yeah they may get some money at that point but then they are hunted by the authorities, looked down on by family and friends and in the long run they end up losing out. This is only an extreme example though I'm not saying everyone who says "look at my signature" in there post is a crook!!
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# Posted: 24 Oct 2008 23:57
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MrSmileyface564: I'm not saying everyone who says "look at my signature" in there post is a crook!!
I think you missed the point! I didn't mean to say that those who coax readers into their signatures are not fair. What I said was that such an approach will do more harm than any good. Marketing is a side-effect of posting in forums and it must be allowed to take it's own course.
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# Posted: 27 Oct 2008 01:41
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Hi guys/gals!
I'm new here, and I just wanted to say that this is a great post.
I hope to learn a lot here, and hopefully find out some ways to achieve some of my goals.
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Twrestler07
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# Posted: 5 Nov 2008 06:26
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Hi everyone (and Vishal),
Obviously a good number of us are here to promote our signatures, and like "opendomain" mentioned people buy you not the product. I try to be sincere but i feel like i don't have enough knowledge to help answere most if any of anyone's concerns.
Again I'm new to this, is there another way i can add value to this forum and not just become a leech flooding the system with useless info?
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# Posted: 5 Nov 2008 23:07
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Twrestler07: Again I'm new to this, is there another way i can add value to this forum and not just become a leech flooding the system with useless info?
I saw your posts and you already have made some valuable contribution to the forum. Just don't be in a hurry and take your own time.
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