Join the 9rules Network: Round 1
You have a blog and there are some goals you would like to accomplish:
- More Traffic
- More Consistent Readership
- More Business Opportunities
- More Money
Maybe you only want one of the items listed above or maybe you want all of them. In any case that is what the new 9rules Network is for. Here are some of the details:
- The network is intended to be a win-win situation for both 9rules and the sites involved.
- If you have a blog and you would like more traffic, eyes, and money and feel that you provide quality content that deserves more attention then this might be the opportunity you are looking for. 9rules will help get you the traffic and also consult with you in better ways to make revenue from your hard work.
- This will be a revenue sharing venture, but will be greatly tilted towards the owners of the sites. Meaning no 50/50 split here. This also helps to keep the 9rules team focused on helping you out because the more we help you, the more we help ourselves.
- You own the content. Hell, it’s your site and you put the effort into it. Why shouldn’t you own it? We are not here to tell you what should or shouldn’t be written, but we can provide guidance as to what direction you can take your content.
- A private 9rules forum where members get to discuss their secrets and methods for success. Also just a place to chill out and talk.
- Any type of site can apply, even those personal ones that are funny as hell. We are looking for high-quality content sites (doesn’t have to be a blog per se).
Now I have already written about this over at Work Boxers to get a sample test of interest and the results have been overwhelming. To control the chaos a bit better we are going to open the window for applicants for a set amount of time. Next Wednesday (April 6, 2005) at 12:00am Eastern, we will post an application form on the 9rules site where you can submit your site(s) for review. Only a set number of sites will be allowed into the network for this first round because we want to be able to provide the best service possible to them. The form will be up for 24 hours.
So if you think you might be interested make sure that your site has been updated with quality content and feel free to ask questions in the comments.
More details later.
So, is there a cost involved at some point?
By Bryan on March 29, 2005 4:44 pm
As mentioned above it will be revenue sharing model, but works in the owner’s favor. No cost to join. Maybe down the road for other rounds, but not for the first round.
By Scrivs on March 29, 2005 4:47 pm
…Sounds…interesting. I’ll just be sure to keep posted on further details. This sounds like something that can really benefit the little guys (yea, the one’s who “didn’t” go to SxSW).
By Dustin Diaz on March 29, 2005 5:08 pm
What kind of sites are you looking for in this network? Is it a free-for-all, or is there some sort of overall theme to it (business, design, web, etc.)?
By James Archer on March 29, 2005 6:07 pm
Dustin, it works very well for the little person looking to get a boost because we all know it’s not as easy as it used to be to make a name for yourself.
James, basically we are up to looking at anything with decent content so if you have some ideas don’t hesitate to submit them.
By Scrivs on March 29, 2005 9:18 pm
Cool. Once you’ve got that application up, I’ll be all over it.
By James Archer on March 29, 2005 10:58 pm
Hmmm. April 6. Yes, I’m starting to see the connection now. 9rules. 8 simple rules. Revenue sharing. It’s all clear to me now. Why didn’t I see it before? Genius. Pure genius.
Will it help if I slide a Franklin in with my application?
By Britt on March 30, 2005 12:42 am
Much cheaper to just write quality content :-)
By Scrivs on March 30, 2005 12:48 am
Any restrictions for blogs with adult content?
By Dan on March 30, 2005 12:25 pm
All sites will be evaluated on an individual basis.*
*yeah I know it sounds like corporate speak, but it’s the truth.
By Scrivs on March 30, 2005 1:12 pm
Dan, I would say that Adult Content is preferred - but that’s only personal preference. :)
By Colin D. Devroe on March 30, 2005 4:17 pm
Will sites in the network have to display some form of ads? I’d like to increase traffic to my blog but I’m not too keen on commercialising it in any way or making money from it.
By Paul on March 30, 2005 4:40 pm
Does my end need to generate revenue? I mean, yea, money is good… but I don’t think I would be in it for that.
…Cause this definitely looks like something I’d like to be a part of.
By Dustin Diaz on March 30, 2005 6:20 pm
Well part of the goal is to help direct your site towards making money through quality content. So no the site doesn’t have to be generating any money now currently. Our focus is on what content you are offering.
Understandably, not everyone would like to join to make money and we would be offering solutions for you as well.
By Scrivs on March 30, 2005 6:38 pm
I’ll think about it.
By Andrew on March 31, 2005 12:37 am
How will you generate revenue? Advertising? I’ve been trying to go all Kottke-esque and do only Amazon and iTunes referrals, just because I don’t see how to integrate ads without making the layout look like ass. I’d be cool perhaps with a Daring Fireball-style of sponser boxes, that seems more discrete and useful.
By Al Abut on March 31, 2005 1:41 am
Integrating ads into a site is pretty damn hard. One of the few sites that have done it well is Penny Arcade, where “Gabe” draws the ads himself. If you’re a talented web- or graphic designer, then you might be able to convince a company that you should design their ads. Along with making your site look good, I imagine that the advertiser would pay you to design the ads as well as display them.
By piers on March 31, 2005 2:52 am
I have two independent blogs on different business blogging themes. Am I allowed to enter more than one blog?
This all looks like a great idea.
Regards.
Barry Welford
By Barry Welford on April 6, 2005 5:41 pm
Submit as many sites as you would like.
By Scrivs on April 6, 2005 5:44 pm
Do you accept non-english written sites?
By Jerome on April 8, 2005 8:56 am
Have I missed the chance? Wish to be on board.
By Shirazi on April 11, 2005 1:15 am
Yeah, you missed the chance to get in on the round 1 bandwagon, but in the future there will be other opportunities so make sure to continue to check back here.
By Scrivs on April 11, 2005 1:31 am
How do I join? How do I join?? Am I too late? Did I miss the bus?
By Linds on April 15, 2005 11:03 pm
Sorry Linds, you missed the bus, but keep your eyes open for Round 2 though.
By Scrivs on April 15, 2005 11:07 pm
Thats great i have a sports tickets site and that would work great for it.
By sports tickets on February 4, 2006 3:48 am