I have been hearing a lot about this new advertising network called EntreCard from different blogs over the past days.

From what I have gathered, it is a system where bloggers can advertise on other people’s blogs for free. Instead of paying money for the advertising space, you pay credits which you can earn by “dropping” your virtual business cards on other people’s blogs.

If you want to learn more about the service, try checking Tyler Cruz’s review on the service, or you could check out EntreCard’s help page.

Personally, I think that the concept is ingenious. Though I am still skeptical if Pinoy bloggers would easily pick this up.

After tinkering around with their service for a bit (Check out the widget on the sidebar), I somehow think that this thing might be the next big thing. Hey, even the prominent A-list bloggers are using EntreCard on their blogs! Here are some of my initial thoughts on EntreCard:

• People would more likely visit your blog just to “drop” their business card without taking a second glance at your blog. It may increase your traffic, but your reader base wont really add up. A little knowledge on “Marking a Good First-Impression” could solve this little problem. Catch their attention and convert them into regular readers!

• EntreCard is something similar to the already forgotten “Banner Exchange System” only with a little more twist. One good thing about EntreCard is that you are given the power to choose which ads would be displayed on your blog.

• Being able to advertise for free is great! You could be able to advertise your blog on big name blogs like Shoemoney or JohnChow.com, provided that you have earned enough credits to afford their blog’s credit price.

• The size alloted for advertising is only at 125 x 125 pixels. I think it would be better if they could add more variety in sizes. A banner or a skyscraper sizes would be great.

• There really isn’t much customization options that are in store for users. You could only change the position of the EntreCard menu on the widget but you cannot change the colors.

• The more eye-catching your advertisement is, the more likely people would click on it. You may want to spend some time in designing your banner. I’m still working on mine right now.

• Advertising on blogs under your same niche has a high chance of converting a visitor into a regular reader.

Why don’t you guys try it out? It’s really easy to sign up, no need for confirmation. After a few minutes, you can have your widget up and advertise on other blogs. SIGN UP HERE!

Hey, you could even advertise on my blog for free!

Happy Blogging!

Ever tried Entrecard? What are your thoughts and comments on the service?

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