Did you guys try this to get free leads?

This has been done many times and in many ways

Well, if we share the content in the list... then the uniqueness of the information, people who would like to receive...

the information would not be unique anymore...

@lhlouiscom sharing the landing page url to get you leads, not directly to the ebook...obviously.

My first e-book sold for $27 so unless the owner gives the right to share it is against the law

1. Why would you and loose money and let it be shared
2. Let them pay if they want one

BTW the $27 turn into 27K in three weeks ! see my point

its a great way to reach a larger group of consumers, sharing the link opens a lot of opportunity for sure.

Hey crysper. Just do it! It's not going to hurt you to test it out for yourself.

Most people are negative and you will always tell you this will not work or that will not even if they have never tried it.

I would venture to guess that none of the people who are commenting on this thread have ever tried it.

That's not to say that they are wrong...It's just to say that they don't know for sure.

If 1 out of 1,000 people share your link via social media, then that is 1 out of 1000 more than you will not get if you don't add the social sharing buttons.

Ps. Never ask permission to think outside of the box.

Thats great, But I didn't tried that. And I think what you are doing is just trying to focus peoples on your signeture only.

Yeah, I've read a few eBooks which had such options and I found this technique quite good. Even they had links embedded in many statements and examples which helped me understand it better.

I agree with the comment - give it a go and see what happens. My only other suggestion is include the site URL as a tracking link so you can see for yourself whether this is worth it. People will only share what they consider worthwhile sharing, so you are right on the money to say, the EBook has to be good quality for people to want to share it.

Would love to hear your results. Sometimes so called 'old hat' can still work. You may not receive the high number of traffic from this source alone, however, some shares are still better than none; and it is another opportunity to have your offer eyeballed by someone who may not see your offer otherwise.

I don't think it would be all that challenging to include the URL link. Include a picture and then link it to your tracking URL and you'll be on your way. Possibly 5 minutes work for what could give you a positive result.

So go for it and see what happens. Good luck.

I guess it too.

You are missing the point in a big way. You don't share the ebook, you share the sales page URL! No one gets the book for free.

I just brand mine 16 ways from Sunday. If people illegally share it, my links are still inside.

Try it out and let us know your results.

I am currently reading, Daniel Levi's book (Email Alchemist) and the last thing I would expect to do when I am done, is race over to Facebook or twitter and share his work, be it awesome or not!

Instead, think of what your reader's need and or truly want, like;

• More time
• More money
• More FREEDOM!

..and in turn, if you're going to add links and expect people to 'share it' give them some incentive like invite them to use it as a FREE give-away to build their lists or invite them to earn 50% or 75% as an affiliate and blast it out to their lists, social media, etc... if you're selling your eBook.



What 'pompous' desire could you possibly be broadcasting to your readers other than self-promotion or greed if you offer zero incentive to provide for their needs, desire, or expectations in marketing your book?


How often do you share anything on social media outside of a funny meme or some image, quote, or video?


Probability is NEVER!



I'm sorry, but I agree with others... even suggesting that your readers share your book sends only one message... "DO FOR ME... FOR FREE!" - it just doesn't seem the few who might share it would be worth losing those who see it for what it truly represents, a lazy plea for others to do your marketing for you.


Most people will share an interview, a video, or they will either pay to promote their book, or incentivize their audience to promote for them by rewarding them. Letting them read your book is not the reward, providing solutions and benefit to your reader is the key.


If they feel your book moved them enough, they will share it or tell people what they got out of it, especially, if it offered a solution, benefit, and value to them... by asking them you are flattering yourself! - not the reader!




I mean feel free to test it, and think [inside] your OWN little box, but in truth ask yourself; "Who the hell in their right mind is going to read your book and then appreciate you detracting the value your offering them, by silently asking them to do your JOB for free?"


Now, if your eBook is free... encourage them give it away to build their own list. Let them earn some easy money by sharing on Social media or through their emails, etc... as an affiliate, and pay them a percentage of the sales... then you are over-delivering and killing two birds with one stone.



If I see another social media share button it would be too soon... and I especially would lose value for the writer if they implied I should just openly promote their book with zero concern for my time, interests, or incentive, as it just screams; "What a tool!"


My wife will cook something amazing, she knows I love her cooking... but, the minute she says; "Isn't that the best damn meatloaf you've ever eaten?" - the first thing I do is tell her; "No, actually I think Hungry Man has you beat babe!" and she'll look at me like WTF?


There's nothing more insulting to a genuine compliment than trying to flatter yourself!


Let the people decide if your book hold enough influence for them to drop mentions, without asking (or implying they do it) or I'd be the first to recognize the self-flattering attempt, and shun you for it.


Just my penny and a half!

I use the "share to socialMedia" method to make $5K per month ( yes free traffic only)