When you first start your ezine you can choose to manage list yourself, use a free list manager such as Yahoogroups or Topica, purchase list manager software or use a paid list management service. I personally recommend starting out with a free service such as Yahoogroups. I started with them when it was still Onelist a few years ago and have never had any serious problems. They inform you when a person subscribes or unsubscribes, distribute your ezine to your entire list, send out a welcome and goodbye message of your choice and more. If you would like to have a look visit http://www.yahoogroups.com

Finding a list manager and designing your template are just beginning steps. In Part 2, I will explain ways of promoting your ezine and how to get subscribers for FREE. I know when I first started Web Success, I was on a zero budget and through experience learned how to build my business for free. That is one of wonders of Internet. You can start, build and run your own business for very little capital.

What it does take is commitment, time, work and passion for what you are doing. Although road may be long, journey is an experience I would not want to miss!

Join me next week in Part 2 for promoting your ezine and building your subscriber base.

Some of things you should include in your ezine:

Informative articles Helpful links Useful tips and ideas Product reviews Original material Free resources

Some places to find quality content:

http://www.makingprofit.com/mp/ http://www.ideamarketers.com/syndicated/

Surf web for quality resource links and products. http://www.excite.com ( search for whatever kind of content you are looking for)

Write your own articles or run an editorial in each issue. Have some content that is not found in any other ezine. This is a good place to add your personality.

Subscribe to a few discussion lists. These networking lists are a great source of information and resources. You can also join in discussions and promote your business. mailto:digital-women-subscribe@yahoogroups.com mailto:entrepreneurs-network-exchange-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

I find these two groups invaluable for resources, networking and promotion.

Watch your email for new site announcements, new products, affiliate programs or great new ezines.

The supply of quality content on Internet is endless. When you find a good bit of content, copy and paste it into your ezine template immediately. This will save time when you are finishing your current issue.

**Reliability

Always deliver your ezine on time (unless out of your control), in which case you send an apology with explanation. Making and keeping a schedule will confirm your readers trust in you. This will say a lot about your business in general.

**Professionalism

Make sure there are no careless mistakes in your ezine such as spelling or grammar. An ezine can be loaded with good content, but if it looks like a child put it together it doesn't say much for your business. Make it look professional while adding your own personal touch and you will be a hit.

Of course, we will all make mistakes sometimes, but avoid this as much as possible for a professional, quality ezine.