Turn Friends Into Referrals | 6 Key Principals

MarioShamir · 03-03-11, 06:35 PM

It’s freakishly discouraging when your friends and family simply ignore what you have to say when you offer your referral links – especially when they’re concerned over the freebie network’s legitimacy. However, such negativity over your new freebie hobby is to be expected. I mean, c’mon, when I heard that I can get a free $2000 iMac for spending $9 on GameFly, I dismissed the conversation because I couldn’t comprehend such ridiculous nonsense (at first).

Now it simply goes to show that people simply don’t trust something they don’t fully understand, and because we naturally expect things to go bad, we don’t even bother lifting a finger unless we are 100% sure that we’ll get it.

With all that being said, I’ve come up with a list of things you must do in order to get your friends and family to happily sign up as your referral and participate with you!

So, lets Turn Your Friends into Referrals for your Freebie Sites

Introduce Your Freebie Hobby | Pique Interest

When approaching your friends, families, or other people about freebie sites via social media, blogs, emails, articles, or via texting or Instant Messaging, you want to pique their interest with the right approach – and I mean, THE RIGHT APPROACH. Do this wrong and you’ll immediately spark some skepticism.

So what’s the right approach? Here’s the answer:

Make it all about You!

You see, when you approach someone joining freebie sites, you need to introduce the freebie site as your personal interest – YOUR THING! Make it about you and what you’re doing. Here’s an ex: “I’ve been making a hobby out of getting free gadgets online and I’m expecting to receive a free iPod Nano next week!” Or “I’m freaking excited! One of my closest friends just received a free iPod Nano and I’m expecting to receive mine in the mail next week! Want to know how?“

Don’t approach your friends, or anyone for that matter, saying; “I can show YOU how to get a Free iPod Nano” or “You want a free iPod Nano? I can show you how to get one for free!” You seriously can’t pique their interest by making it all about them, because rather then ask to join you, they’ll simply put on their skeptical hats and question everything you’re promising them.

Think about it! If someone sent you a message saying, “Want a free iPod Nano? Here’s how…. link” wouldn’t you consider it spam? Yes. However, if you were to receive a message reading “I just got a Free iPod Nano in the mail today… here’s how I did it….. Link“, you’d probably perceive it as information rather than spam.

Share Testimonials – Freebie Proof Pics

Now that you have your friend’s attention, you can continue on by showing off images and testimonials of free gadgets to further increase their interest and spark some excitement. If you know that your friend desires an Xbox 360 Slim, then showcase some proof pics of free xbox 360s.

By showing off free gadgets (proof pics), you’re doing far more than piquing interest, you’re also introducing a community and this will add credibility to the freebie networks – making if far more attractive.

If you’ve gotten a free gadget before, show it off! It’s much more effective when you, yourself, are a living testimonial because it magnifies your credibility and believability. Your friend will find it much more attractive and will be confident that he/she can do it too!

Tip – If you’re a newbie who’s just now started out and haven’t received a free gadget yet, then I suggest you aim for a Free iPod Shuffle or a free £50 iTunes Voucher. You only need about 2 – 3 referrals and you can definitely accomplish that in far less than a week. Once you receive a quick freebie, you can use that as your personal testimonial and you’ll attract far more referrals to receive an even bigger gadget!

Introduce Your Referral Link & Explain How It Works

Now that your buddy is dying to know how receiving free gadgets online is possible, you now have the option to introduce your referral link and encourage your friend to sign up while you give them a brief walk-through, or, you can simply explain to them how it works and then offer your referral link after.

Though this part is obvious, make sure they understand that in order to qualify they have to complete an offer, whether it costs a bit of pocket change or just some credit card information on a free trial offer. Either way they’re foolish not to hop on the opportunity to spend $4+ measly bucks on an offer and refer 2 or more friends for a free gadget. Either way, by this point they should already trust that this is all legitimate and that it’s only a matter of whether or not they want a free console or desk top – and they do!

Reintroduce the Community

It’s very important you re-introduce the community to your friend immediately after explaining how it all works (completing offers). In this way it reinforces their belief and excitement and it’ll only make their decision that much easier. So if you can, introduce your friend to a freebie forum and let him/her browse through all the success stories and testimonials. Introduce your buddy to your freebie friends.

Providing a sense of community to your friend or prospects in general will provide a sense of security, meaning, they won’t feel like they’ll be on the freebie journey on their own. They’ll simply be completing an offer and earn free gadgets along with loads of people doing the same thing. It’s also a potently motivating factor that will keep your friend’s active with freebies, simply because a community forum also provides a sense of competition.

So again, once you explain how it works, you simply offer your referral link and then reintroduce the freebie community.

Share valuable resources

Whether your friend is still reluctant to sign up until he or she learns more, or if your friend excitedly signs up and completes an offer ready to take the freebie world by storm, nothing boosts a person’s confidence when they’re given the tools to be successful. Whatever your referral methods are, share it. If you know of a excellent resource that has helped you successfully on your freebie journey, share it.

Should your friend not have completed an offer right away, you need to make sure he or she doesn’t get discouraged by all the bogus reviews written by banned users. So make sure you provide a valuable resource where they can learn everything.

Don't Be Nervous.. Be Enthusiastic

There's nothing more infectious than excitement. Therefore, when you approach your friends, you need to be excited and enthusiastic about freebies. Why, because if you're excited, it will create an Eager Want in the minds of your friends. That's it! The idea is to create an Eager Want amongst your friends.

Don't feel nervous or appear vague, don't be so focused on convincing them either. Any kind of negative emotion will be picked up and your friends will respond with criticism rather than be open and curious.

Besides, freebie incentives are awesome and provides a world of opportunity. So there's no reason why you shouldn't be happy to reach out to your friends..

I hope this helps out, especially for those of you who are a bit weary about approaching friends about freebies...

firethewild · 03-03-11, 07:21 PM

Great article. However, it doesn't work for me

MarioShamir · 03-03-11, 07:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by firethewild

Great article. However, it doesn't work for me

LOl... yeah, it never is for everyone! Thanks though

Larkino · 03-03-11, 07:44 PM

Another great thread, if I could rep you for this I would but I have to spread. Another time maybe!

Djoscar · 03-03-11, 07:53 PM

Also, play this song when you're persuading your friends..
The beginning at least.

hehe, good article Mario

MarioShamir · 03-03-11, 08:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Djoscar

Also, play this song when you're persuading your friends..
The beginning at least.

hehe, good article Mario

Thanks alot DJ. And awesome site by the way.. looks awesome. I can already see ZoomTuts.com as a big authority in creative design. Can't wait to see what you do with it..

firethewild · 03-03-11, 08:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MarioShamir

LOl... yeah, it never is for everyone! Thanks though

Some benefit from their friends

Sufiyan · 04-03-11, 06:07 AM

My friends refuse to even have a look at the site... They think there must be a virus, because I've fooled them a lot of times saying it's a nice site... For example: ...edited
it's not a virus though.. But it'll keep you busy for a moment!

MarioShamir · 04-03-11, 06:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sufiyan

My friends refuse to even have a look at the site... They think there must be a virus, because I've fooled them a lot of times saying it's a nice site... For example....
it's not a virus though.. But it'll keep you busy for a moment!

(o_-) Hmmmm Okay... whether or not that link is a virus (whatever is is...) I don't think this is the thread or the forum for that...

Sufiyan · 04-03-11, 06:34 AM

Sorry if that irritated. It's just something.... Dunno, it's something... It just makes your browser jump from place to place.. The secret is place your mouse pointer at any one place on the Close Button of the Tab or Window and wait for the browser to come there. And then, just click it... It's for lazy people... Anyways, Mario if you're reading this, please come up to FB for a moment... Not about the mail...

MarioShamir · 06-03-11, 06:52 PM

wasn't an irritation, it was just too much.. but that's it.. you're fine

vster2010 · 06-03-11, 07:25 PM

thanks man.

i have told my friends about this and they are like "ohh ok, good luck"

i even told them that my ps3 was sent by FJ for free and no referrals and they were like "cool! bye"

williamblah · 06-03-11, 10:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vster2010

thanks man.

i have told my friends about this and they are like "ohh ok, good luck"

i even told them that my ps3 was sent by FJ for free and no referrals and they were like "cool! bye"

If you are deceiving people in order to make money I certainly wouldn't refer to them as "friends".

Sufiyan · 07-03-11, 06:18 AM

If someone could give me a vague idea, as to how you start making your friends believe in this stuff when you don't have a single gift... Help would be highly appreciated.... Can't believe I can convince so many people on that sh*tty Omegle, but can't convince my best friends...

Ojaser6 · 07-03-11, 07:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by williamblah

If you are deceiving people in order to make money I certainly wouldn't refer to them as "friends".

He wasn't deceiving anybody, he did receive a completely free PS3 from FJ to replace the one that was stolen.

**MJ10** · 07-03-11, 11:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ojaser6

He wasn't deceiving anybody, he did receive a completely free PS3 from FJ to replace the one that was stolen.

Yes HE received it without need of referrals, but that's not how the system works. So implying to them that they don't need referrals IS deceiving.

crazyman27 · 06-05-11, 05:55 PM

I enjoyed this article and was happy to read it before I bombarded my friends with propositions for joining freebies. Thanx.

03-03-11, 06:35 PM	#1
MarioShamir iPod Nano 4GB Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: New York City Posts: 262	Turn Friends Into Referrals \| 6 Key Principals It’s freakishly discouraging when your friends and family simply ignore what you have to say when you offer your referral links – especially when they’re concerned over the freebie network’s legitimacy. However, such negativity over your new freebie hobby is to be expected. I mean, c’mon, when I heard that I can get a free $2000 iMac for spending $9 on GameFly, I dismissed the conversation because I couldn’t comprehend such ridiculous nonsense (at first). Now it simply goes to show that people simply don’t trust something they don’t fully understand, and because we naturally expect things to go bad, we don’t even bother lifting a finger unless we are 100% sure that we’ll get it. With all that being said, I’ve come up with a list of things you must do in order to get your friends and family to happily sign up as your referral and participate with you! So, lets Turn Your Friends into Referrals for your Freebie Sites Introduce Your Freebie Hobby \| Pique Interest When approaching your friends, families, or other people about freebie sites via social media, blogs, emails, articles, or via texting or Instant Messaging, you want to pique their interest with the right approach – and I mean, THE RIGHT APPROACH. Do this wrong and you’ll immediately spark some skepticism. So what’s the right approach? Here’s the answer: Make it all about You! You see, when you approach someone joining freebie sites, you need to introduce the freebie site as your personal interest – YOUR THING! Make it about you and what you’re doing. Here’s an ex: “I’ve been making a hobby out of getting free gadgets online and I’m expecting to receive a free iPod Nano next week!” Or “I’m freaking excited! One of my closest friends just received a free iPod Nano and I’m expecting to receive mine in the mail next week! Want to know how?“ Don’t approach your friends, or anyone for that matter, saying; “I can show YOU how to get a Free iPod Nano” or “You want a free iPod Nano? I can show you how to get one for free!” You seriously can’t pique their interest by making it all about them, because rather then ask to join you, they’ll simply put on their skeptical hats and question everything you’re promising them. Think about it! If someone sent you a message saying, “Want a free iPod Nano? Here’s how…. link” wouldn’t you consider it spam? Yes. However, if you were to receive a message reading “I just got a Free iPod Nano in the mail today… here’s how I did it….. Link“, you’d probably perceive it as information rather than spam. Share Testimonials – Freebie Proof Pics Now that you have your friend’s attention, you can continue on by showing off images and testimonials of free gadgets to further increase their interest and spark some excitement. If you know that your friend desires an Xbox 360 Slim, then showcase some proof pics of free xbox 360s. By showing off free gadgets (proof pics), you’re doing far more than piquing interest, you’re also introducing a community and this will add credibility to the freebie networks – making if far more attractive. If you’ve gotten a free gadget before, show it off! It’s much more effective when you, yourself, are a living testimonial because it magnifies your credibility and believability. Your friend will find it much more attractive and will be confident that he/she can do it too! Tip – If you’re a newbie who’s just now started out and haven’t received a free gadget yet, then I suggest you aim for a Free iPod Shuffle or a free £50 iTunes Voucher. You only need about 2 – 3 referrals and you can definitely accomplish that in far less than a week. Once you receive a quick freebie, you can use that as your personal testimonial and you’ll attract far more referrals to receive an even bigger gadget! Introduce Your Referral Link & Explain How It Works Now that your buddy is dying to know how receiving free gadgets online is possible, you now have the option to introduce your referral link and encourage your friend to sign up while you give them a brief walk-through, or, you can simply explain to them how it works and then offer your referral link after. Though this part is obvious, make sure they understand that in order to qualify they have to complete an offer, whether it costs a bit of pocket change or just some credit card information on a free trial offer. Either way they’re foolish not to hop on the opportunity to spend $4+ measly bucks on an offer and refer 2 or more friends for a free gadget. Either way, by this point they should already trust that this is all legitimate and that it’s only a matter of whether or not they want a free console or desk top – and they do! Reintroduce the Community It’s very important you re-introduce the community to your friend immediately after explaining how it all works (completing offers). In this way it reinforces their belief and excitement and it’ll only make their decision that much easier. So if you can, introduce your friend to a freebie forum and let him/her browse through all the success stories and testimonials. Introduce your buddy to your freebie friends. Providing a sense of community to your friend or prospects in general will provide a sense of security, meaning, they won’t feel like they’ll be on the freebie journey on their own. They’ll simply be completing an offer and earn free gadgets along with loads of people doing the same thing. It’s also a potently motivating factor that will keep your friend’s active with freebies, simply because a community forum also provides a sense of competition. So again, once you explain how it works, you simply offer your referral link and then reintroduce the freebie community. Share valuable resources Whether your friend is still reluctant to sign up until he or she learns more, or if your friend excitedly signs up and completes an offer ready to take the freebie world by storm, nothing boosts a person’s confidence when they’re given the tools to be successful. Whatever your referral methods are, share it. If you know of a excellent resource that has helped you successfully on your freebie journey, share it. Should your friend not have completed an offer right away, you need to make sure he or she doesn’t get discouraged by all the bogus reviews written by banned users. So make sure you provide a valuable resource where they can learn everything. Don't Be Nervous.. Be Enthusiastic There's nothing more infectious than excitement. Therefore, when you approach your friends, you need to be excited and enthusiastic about freebies. Why, because if you're excited, it will create an Eager Want in the minds of your friends. That's it! The idea is to create an Eager Want amongst your friends. Don't feel nervous or appear vague, don't be so focused on convincing them either. Any kind of negative emotion will be picked up and your friends will respond with criticism rather than be open and curious. Besides, freebie incentives are awesome and provides a world of opportunity. So there's no reason why you shouldn't be happy to reach out to your friends.. I hope this helps out, especially for those of you who are a bit weary about approaching friends about freebies... __________________ MY REFERRAL GUIDES: Twitter Method \| Craigslist Method \| Convert Friends Into Referrals \| Twit Pic Referrals \|

03-03-11, 07:21 PM	#2
firethewild iPod 20gb Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 469	Great article. However, it doesn't work for me __________________ Free iPad

03-03-11, 07:44 PM	#4
Larkino Call me Vlad Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South London Posts: 9,512	Another great thread, if I could rep you for this I would but I have to spread. Another time maybe! __________________ Free Xbox 360 S \| Free Wii \| Last.FM

04-03-11, 06:07 AM	#8
Sufiyan free-gadgets.co.nr Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Mumbai, India Posts: 1,971	My friends refuse to even have a look at the site... They think there must be a virus, because I've fooled them a lot of times saying it's a nice site... For example: ...edited it's not a virus though.. But it'll keep you busy for a moment! __________________ Spoiler My stats: Hope that number increases. Working on new site! Last edited by arcticfox; 04-03-11 at 08:36 AM..

04-03-11, 06:34 AM	#10
Sufiyan free-gadgets.co.nr Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Mumbai, India Posts: 1,971	Sorry if that irritated. It's just something.... Dunno, it's something... It just makes your browser jump from place to place.. The secret is place your mouse pointer at any one place on the Close Button of the Tab or Window and wait for the browser to come there. And then, just click it... It's for lazy people... Anyways, Mario if you're reading this, please come up to FB for a moment... Not about the mail... __________________ Spoiler My stats: Hope that number increases. Working on new site!

03-03-11, 07:53 PM	#5
Djoscar BANNED Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 4,429	Also, play this song when you're persuading your friends.. The beginning at least. hehe, good article Mario

06-03-11, 06:52 PM	#11
MarioShamir iPod Nano 4GB Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: New York City Posts: 262	wasn't an irritation, it was just too much.. but that's it.. you're fine __________________ MY REFERRAL GUIDES: Twitter Method \| Craigslist Method \| Convert Friends Into Referrals \| Twit Pic Referrals \|

06-03-11, 07:25 PM	#12
vster2010 iPod 30gb Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: London Posts: 1,331	thanks man. i have told my friends about this and they are like "ohh ok, good luck" i even told them that my ps3 was sent by FJ for free and no referrals and they were like "cool! bye" __________________ Freebies Website http://www.freenewipad2.co.uk My startup blog on technology http://techboyblog.wordpress.com/ JOIN A CONGA FOR 2 GREENS! SELECT CONGA

07-03-11, 06:18 AM	#14
Sufiyan free-gadgets.co.nr Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Mumbai, India Posts: 1,971	If someone could give me a vague idea, as to how you start making your friends believe in this stuff when you don't have a single gift... Help would be highly appreciated.... Can't believe I can convince so many people on that sh*tty Omegle, but can't convince my best friends... __________________ Spoiler My stats: Hope that number increases. Working on new site!

06-05-11, 05:55 PM	#17
crazyman27 iPod Shuffle Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 2	I enjoyed this article and was happy to read it before I bombarded my friends with propositions for joining freebies. Thanx.