I Want to Start My First Social Network

Today I came across a Start a Network Discussion question on my social network Black Business Women Online. One of the members asked:

I want to start my own social book club site. I have my own Ning site and I need some helpful pointers regarding content, promotion, marketing and sales to get the ball rolling…

My response: Quick Tips:

• Write at least 3 – 5 forum discussions to get the ball rolling: They can be of value (ie you sharing information or questions).
• Invite people you feel either are interested in that type of network or would bring value to the space.
• Find some great youtube videos on your network topic to add good content fast without having to create it.
• Recommend websites or articles you think your members should read.
• Start a discussion asking members to share their sites (folks like shameless self promotion and good conversation)
• Start small similar groups on bigger networks like BBWO to attract members and then invite them to your space.
• Create a Facebook fanpage for your network.

A few quick tips from my eBook series Create Your Own Ningalicous Network