10 Ways to Start out 2008 by Helping Someone

January 2nd, 2008 | 11 comments

Be Nice “What goes around comes around” is a statement that is true for the butt-heads and good-hearted people alike. Constantly screw people over and you’ll find yourself being screwed over yourself. Help someone and you’ll find that others will help you for nothing in return!

I couldn’t even begin to count the number of times I’ve went out of my way to help someone. That’s not to say I’m some kind of a saint, but I know for one it’s just the right thing to do and two it will help me in the long run!

Helping others will build a strong network, build your brand, build links (shhh,) and make you money in the long run and those are just a few of the positive effects kindness produces.

It’s a new year and if 2007 wasn’t a very profitable one, it’s time to start building a solid foundation on which your 2008 business will reside. The first step = Helping others!

Below are 10 Ways one could do just that, help others:

1: - Link to those who provide value.
2: - Stumble valuable posts/pages.
3: - Send an email to say “thanks, great job.”
4: - Send them some money (I accept check, money order, PayPal, Ikobo etc.)
5: - Add their blog to your Technorati favorites.
6: - Comment on their blog.
7: - Write a review of their site/blog on your site/blog. You both win because you have something to write about and they get exposure and tips.
8: - Find broken links, improperly nested code and/or anything else someone may have overlooked on their site/blog and let the person know. I’ve made several strong connections doing this.
9: - Read their content and/or purchase their products and leave feedback. 97% of my customers never provide feedback. Those that do, impress me, as they obviously want to get the most out of their investment.
10: - Buy them a Porsche Carrera GT. If you do this for me, I promise you’ll be a life -long friend. As a matter of fact, I’ll give you this blog, free of charge (I prefer dark blue or black with dark interior)

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11 comments

Chuck Brown (4 comments.)
3rd January, 2008 at 1:24 am

I hadn’t seen the 45n5 site before…although this is the third time I’ve heard it mentioned…including a mention on Shawn Collins’ blog earlier this week. Not sure it’s my cup of tea, but the dude’s stuff is certainly getting around!

Added you to my T-Rotty faves tonight, too.

Most of these others, I try to do on a fairly regular basis..and you’re right: Pointing out little errors that someone would want to correct, or asking a clarifying question can often lead to relationship. In fact, if you remember, that’s how we met. I bought your book and read it, and then contacted you to ask your recommendation for the top 5 article sites in your experience.
Josh Spaulding
3rd January, 2008 at 2:22 am

Mark is a pretty knowledgeable guy. You’d probably enjoy his way of thinking. I may be wrong, but I believe he developed his own blogging platform and he’s good at developing his own, unique widgets etc. He’s also the one who started the “Top 100″ make money blogs, that has caught on so well.

Thanks for the add I’ll reciprocate if I haven’t already.

I do remember our “meeting” after you purchased AMD. It’s crazy how things work out isn’t it?
Success with Todd (1 comments.)
3rd January, 2008 at 4:31 am

Hey Josh,

lol, I’ve got at least half of those covered when it comes to your blog. Feedback coming soon on your ebook. I read through it once. Still getting my niche sites in shape before I start submitting articles … I’ll let you know how it goes.

As for the Porche … can I get one for myself first?
Terry Heath (1 comments.)
3rd January, 2008 at 4:37 am

T-Rotty . . . now I’m learning all the cool slang. Anyway, I Stumbled and T-Rotty’d you but that Porsche is just going to have to wait.
Josh Spaulding
3rd January, 2008 at 4:52 am

Man, how long am I going to have to wait?? Thanks alot guys!

Todd, did you get Version 4? If not let me know and I’ll get it to you.
Maurice (TheCaymanHost) (61 comments.)
4th January, 2008 at 11:56 pm

Josh, you’re timing is lousy……I just gave away the last 911 - I didn’t even like the guy, but he kept badgering me and I finally caved seeing as it was Christmas

Maybe next time eh…..I’ll keep you in mind!!
Josh Spaulding
6th January, 2008 at 6:09 pm

oh well, I have faith in my other readers as well, so I’m sure I’ll get one
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Melissa Burton (4 comments.)
17th March, 2008 at 1:44 am

So true, I wrote an article about just this that quickly became my most syndicated.
What color Porsche did you want? I feel I owe you, I’ve become quite a fan…..
Melissa
Josh Spaulding
17th March, 2008 at 2:41 pm

@ Melissa - Dark blue, black interior I had planned on buying it toward the end of this year, but I do take donations lol
HID Conversion (1 comments.)
23rd July, 2008 at 9:28 pm

Buy them a Porsche Carrera GT. If you do this for me, I promise you’ll be a life -long friend. As a matter of fact, I’ll give you this blog, free of charge (I prefer dark blue or black with dark interior)

about the only one I agree with LOL