That’s right, I’m going to give away my next 4000 Entrecard credits. Just to say thanks to my readers, drum up more interest in Entrecard and help spread the word and reach out to new readers. Oftentimes, I think blog traffic starts to follow some predetermined pathways (like strange attractors): you get into a groove of reading a few certain blogs, and you stop looking out for new ones. I know I’ve fallen into this habit. So I’d like to try to mix it up a bit.

Eligibility:

-be a blogger on any topic (except spam, splogging, gambling, etc.) who posts at least 3x/a week
-your blog is at least three months old (sorry; I’ll be doing something soon for the new blogs!)

The Winner Gets:

-a link back in a post and inclusion in the blogroll
-a short review of their blog from me (on a dedicated post on this blog)
-preferential drops from me throughout the following 30 days (thus, even *more* credits!)
-and 4000 Entrecard credits (possibly even more, depending on how the contest goes!!)

How To Enter and Win: (It’s EASY!)

(1) drop on my card so I know you exist (if you’ve dropped here before this post went up, leave one more drop so that I can include everyone who dropped as of August 23)
(2) post an announcement of some sort on your site linking back to this contest (i.e., to this post), telling others that you are entering it.
(3) email (to moneyenergy [AT] hotmail) in a paragraph describing your biggest or most valuable learning experience with money. Where and when (or how?) did you most improve in your approach to personal finance or investing? Was it after reading a certain book? Was it the result of an emergency or some other necessity? At what point did you have a “quantum leap” in your understanding of how to get ahead financially? Remember, this contest is open to all bloggers - not just money experts;) so don’t be shy. If you win, then with your permission, I’ll include your paragraph in the review for others to benefit from.

The most impressive Money IQ story wins.

Contest Deadline:

-August 31, 2008, so get your entry in early!

FAQ:

Q: But What If I’m Not An Entrecard User?
A: Excellent question! This is a great reason to become one. It’s easy. It’s fast. It’s free. It’s awesome! You’ll see.
Q: What would I do with all those Entrecard credits anyway?
A: It’s all up to you and there are many choices and benefits to having more credits. Most obviously, you will have much more advertising power. Use your credits to advertise on other blogs within or outside of your own niche. Free advertising!!
Q: Does this mean I need to have one of those little 125×125 squares for my blog?
A: Yes, but they’re easy to find and make for free in several places on the web. Entrecard can provide you with a default one to get started. Just visit Entrecard’s website and get up and running in no time.

I look forward to hearing from everyone!