It seems a bit odd writing this post because as you read it, you’re already “doing it.” And, if you take the time to comment, you’ll even be putting it into practice (and getting some free marketing all at the same time).

Social media is huge, and blogging is one of the fundamental layers to using social media marketing to your advantage.

Being a blog reader - and again, commenting - also makes you a strategic part of the whole web 2.0 marketing hubbub. (Keep reading to get the stats AND find out what new “toy” is available online… for free!) (more…)

Now before you get your panties in a bunch over the title of this post, let me begin by saying it’s not what you think. Okay, maybe it is what you think, but that’s a good thing

Jack Humphrey’s has been around a long time and has made it his crusade to put together information useful and usable by bloggers and website owners alike. His information will greatly improve your success online. Yes, flat statement.

If you remember, back in 2007 the Authority Black Book was ranked #1 for free ebook for bloggers according to Mashable.

Well now you can get your hands on the 2008 Version of The Authority Black Book for FREE

“Social Marketing Is Bigger, Badder, And Far More Effective Than Any Marketing Tactic, Including Paid Advertising, For Driving Huge Amounts Of Targeted Traffic!”

Grab yourself a copy, sit back, relax and read up on ways to increase your bottom line this year. Because, unless you’re independently wealthy, or like living on the edge of no income, we believe deep down everyone would like to have a successful, money-pulling blog or website.

Even the diehards need money to live, right?

Enjoy!

One of the great advantages of being a member to some remarkable sites, like Entrecard, is the ease at which you find out about really cool “other sites” going live on the net. Websites designed to help you promote your blog and your business.

Tonight I found one such website while approving an advertiser for our blog in Entrecard. Yes, it was that easy

The website is 125 Exchange.

When you click through you’ll notice the “affiliate looking” url (ours), but at the moment there is no indication that we get anything other than the great satisfaction of helping you find yet another spot to promote your blog.

Before I tell you about the set up, I did want to make mention of the look and load of this service. Wow! We like green, and the animation is super easy on the eyes. You’ll like it, too.

Okay, you sign up in two seconds, check your inbox and confirm, and then head inside where the inner workings are really easy to follow. Start by listing your own ad, you’ll need a 125 x 125 banner (just like Entrecard) and a tiny bit more information including the average daily amount of visitors your blog gets (check your cpanel stats). You will also be able to pick what categories you would like your banner to show up on, as well as indicate what types of sites should be allowed on yours.

To the right, in our Highly Recommended sidebar box, you’ll notice the current 125Exchange card showing. Go ahead, click on it! It will open in a new window and you won’t lose your place here at OIMS.

Well that’s it for tonight, we thought you’d enjoy finding another spot to do more free advertising for yourself and your blog.