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Always read
guidelines before posting. Forums are not an advertisement for your site or newsletter. Usually, you may append a signature at
end of your post, but review
guidelines so
Administrator does not have to warn you about advertising.
Don't submit a thread before searching
forum for an answer. If you don't find an answer, post a thread in
appropriate forum topic or heading. Senior forum members monitor posts while contributing their expertise on a wide range of topics.
Purchasing software? Ask if someone is using it, or a competitor's. Having trouble with AdSense scripts? Ask for a fix or a resource. Want some constructive webs site reviews, stick your neck out in a forum discussion. What about a home project? My daughter wants a bench with shelves in her closet. I found a home project forum where suggestions came readily from craftsmen. Just remember to contribute and help others with their inquiries. From advertising to zany script writing, forums may become your first resource.
Here's a short list of my favorites:
Your Membership Exchange http://www.your-membership.com/issues03/ex853.html
High Rankings http://www.highrankings.com/forum/
Best Practices Search Engine Forums http://www.ihelpyouservices.com/forums/
What You Need to Know About http://about-inc.com
Find a more complete list at http:/ inyurl.com/2bz9w
It seems to me that
best forums are powered by vBulletin. This may not mean too much, but
format makes entry and search effortless, and often these appear as
most active discussions.
If you're willing to share your favorite forums, email me .

Ray Randall serves clients as a registered investment advisor with his firm, Ethos Advisory Services, Essex, Massachusetts http://www.ethosadvisory.com . He has wide experience within the financial services industry, writes a weekly newsletter for Ethos Advisory Services, and coordinates the developments at Echievements . You may email him or call (877-895-3756).