Holiday Domain Name Giveaway

by XRay
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Updated 12/30/10: The number of domain names I'm giving away has been reduced to 7 (this is due to 2 of the domains with Dec. 2010 exp. dates, expiring today).

Okay in the spirit of this holiday season, I've decided to give away 7 currently registered domain names. Most of them are perfect for IPK style affiliate marketing blogs or sites.

Why I'm Really doing this

(1) I've decided to focus my efforts on a small number of niches and these domains are outside of those markets, and (2) it's the season of giving, so I feel the need to give back.

I could sell them (which is something I thought about), but the way I see it these domains represent 7 opportunities to profit for 7 people who want to make money online. So IMO it will be far better to pay it forward and give these domain names away to some other Warriors who hopefully can put them to good use.

How many domain names are available?

I'm offering 7 currently registered domain names at GoDaddy & Name. These are .com, .net & .org domains that cover different niches. These registrations expire at different times, the earliest being in March, during 2011.

I'm not going to post the domain names in this thread, so please don't waste your time asking me to do it. I will send a PM with the available names to the 7 people selected as winners.

What's the catch?

I'm giving these domain names away - gratis - with no catch, strings or gotcha's involved.

All I ask is (1) you're a beginner who is ready to take action and (2) you don't have a registered domain name to run your 1st site on.

You don't have to pour your heart out or anything like that. Just post a reply to this thread and briefly tell me about your recent efforts, as well as your struggles to get started as an internet marketer. If you've purchased any "how to" products like IPK, Dan Brock's course or WSO's that cover making money with Amazon Associates, please mention it in your response.

I'm also asking that members reading this thread to vote (via the 'Thanks' button) for the Warrior they believe is the most deserving.

I will announce the 7 winners at 7:00 pm (EST) on New Year's Eve, so please don't hesitate to reply to this thread and make your case.

Ray
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  • Profile picture of the author scortillion
    That sounds like a great Gift for some luck beginner! Way to go.
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  • Profile picture of the author TomVa
    Sweet deal for someone! Merry Christmas to all!
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  • Profile picture of the author XRay
    Originally Posted by XRay View Post

    I'm not going to post the domain names in this thread, so please don't waste your time asking me to do it. I will send a PM with the available names to the 7 people selected as winners.
    Ray
    Maybe I could've put it nicer , so I will give you a little bit more info on the 7 domains. Most are exact or phrase match domains. Again these are .com, .net & .org domains that will expire at different times during 2011 (the earliest exp. is in March).

    2 are consumer electronics related (one is a '007 domain' - if you have IPK, you know what this is; the other is a specific category of consumer electronics domain ... perfect for a mother site)
    1 is sport gadget related (the sport is very popular and the gadget is too)
    1 is car gadget related
    1 is luxury brand related
    1 is motorcycle fashion related
    1 is home furniture related


    Ray
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    • Profile picture of the author XRay
      Surprised no one has made a post to enter to win one of these domains, but I know this thread has dropped down quite a bit and it's the holiday season, so I'm going to keep this giveaway going until 7 pm (EST) on New Year's Eve.
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      • Profile picture of the author smartlazy
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        Hi Ray,

        I've decided to join your contest. For the past few months, I've been reading lots of websites, blogs and forums about Internet marketing. I have also bought several e-books and video courses to gain more knowledge about this field. For the longest time, I've been telling myself to get started but for some reason or another (maybe due to procrastination), I fail to start implementing my plans.

        I've made a promise to myself that I will really start my online business in the first week of January 2011. I feel that I have enough of looking for information and I need to implement what I've learned. This is a make-or-break situation for me since I'm not getting any younger and I really want to have my own house so that I can live independently. I hate living with my parents and siblings!

        That's all and I hope I win!
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        • Profile picture of the author perpetualmike
          Hi Ray,

          I need to get off of "square one"

          Thank you

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          • Profile picture of the author XRay
            Originally Posted by perpetualmike View Post

            Hi Ray,

            I need to get off of "square one"

            Thank you

            Mike
            Congrats Mike, consider this your first step off of "square one"! Please subscribe to this thread so you can keep up to date with this giveaway. Good luck!

            Ray
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        • Profile picture of the author XRay
          Originally Posted by smartlazy View Post

          Hi Ray,

          I've decided to join your contest. For the past few months, I've been reading lots of websites, blogs and forums about Internet marketing. I have also bought several e-books and video courses to gain more knowledge about this field. For the longest time, I've been telling myself to get started but for some reason or another (maybe due to procrastination), I fail to start implementing my plans.

          I've made a promise to myself that I will really start my online business in the first week of January 2011. I feel that I have enough of looking for information and I need to implement what I've learned. This is a make-or-break situation for me since I'm not getting any younger and I really want to have my own house so that I can live independently. I hate living with my parents and siblings!

          That's all and I hope I win!
          Congrats on taking your first step towards making your online business happen! Make sure you subscribe to this thread so you can keep up with this giveaway. Good luck!

          Ray
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  • Profile picture of the author King Shiloh
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    I just pray the lucky ones to put the domains to good use. And don't forget to, in the spirit of this beautiful forum, to pay it forward when you are fit enough to do so.

    It's better to be a blessing than to be blessed.

    BTW, Ray, I appreciate you for having the Warrior's spirit - it will always bring you a good karma.
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    Great information.
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    • Profile picture of the author XRay
      Originally Posted by kingofseo View Post

      Hey xray
      I have some other domains to give away if instreted email at hamesben.com@gmail.com
      Wow ... thanks! You're more than welcome to piggyback off of this thread with a post re: your domain offer.
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  • Profile picture of the author Gary King
    I hope someone will put these to good use Ray, although you're offering someone the chance to "work", so you may not get many takers.

    The thought is kind and good karma will follow you for it.

    If you're jumping in to get these folks, please, please, DO something with them. Don't let a gift go unused.
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    • Profile picture of the author XRay
      Originally Posted by King Shiloh View Post

      I just pray the lucky ones to put the domains to good use. And don't forget to, in the spirit of this beautiful forum, to pay it forward when you are fit enough to do so.

      It's better to be a blessing than to be blessed.

      BTW, Ray, I appreciate you for having the Warrior's spirit - it will always bring you a good karma.
      Originally Posted by Gary King View Post

      I hope someone will put these to good use Ray, although you're offering someone the chance to "work", so you may not get many takers.

      The thought is kind and good karma will follow you for it.

      If you're jumping in to get these folks, please, please, DO something with them. Don't let a gift go unused.
      Thanks guys. I know some people agonize over picking that first domain name, so I'm hoping that those who do post to enter to win WILL use their domain name to get their first site going and not let it expire.
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      • Profile picture of the author XRay
        There are only 2 days to this domain name giveaway (it will end at 7 pm (EST)). And at this point, smartlazy and perpetualmike are going to have their pick of 7 domain names since they're the only Warriors to actually make the effort to claim them. And I have to tell you that's pretty disappointing to me as the one giving away these domain names. But on the other hand I'm glad for these 2 guys.

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  • Profile picture of the author Charlotte Jay
    I will put my name forth as a contender. It's my first year putting all the puzzle pieces into place and actually making some money. The only thing I'm lacking is the domain name. Currently, I offer my services but without a website, well, I just look like a mook that wants to work for a dollar for 20 pieces of content. It's been an extremely tough year for my family both personally and financially, so if you are willing to help me out with a domain name to kick things into high gear, I would be one lucky and happy gal.

    Oh and also, I have a couple of WSO's that I've been planning to put into action with Amazon and Facebook. I believe they could be killer with the right domain. Thanks for considering me
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    • Profile picture of the author XRay
      Originally Posted by Charlotte Jay View Post

      I will put my name forth as a contender. It's my first year putting all the puzzle pieces into place and actually making some money. The only thing I'm lacking is the domain name. Currently, I offer my services but without a website, well, I just look like a mook that wants to work for a dollar for 20 pieces of content. It's been an extremely tough year for my family both personally and financially, so if you are willing to help me out with a domain name to kick things into high gear, I would be one lucky and happy gal.

      Oh and also, I have a couple of WSO's that I've been planning to put into action with Amazon and Facebook. I believe they could be killer with the right domain. Thanks for considering me
      Charlotte on stepping up & throwing your hat into the ring . I will be wrapping this giveaway up tomorrow - Dec. 31st @ 7PM (EST). I will be updating this thread to announce the winners (who will be notified via PM) at that time.

      Ray
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      • Profile picture of the author XRay
        This Holiday Domain Name Giveaway is now officially closed - no additional entries will be accepted.

        The winners are:

        smartlazy
        perpetualmike
        Charlotte Jay

        Congratulations to the 3 of you for stepping up. I will be sending out a PM listing the 7 domain names in a few minutes. Regardless of which domain name(s) you claim, I hope you put them to use and achieve the success you want in 2011.

        Have a Happy New Year!

        Ray
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        • Profile picture of the author smartlazy
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          Hi Ray,

          I received the two domain names I've won. Wish there will be more generous people like you. Thank you and Happy New Year!
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  • Profile picture of the author perpetualmike
    Hi Ray,

    Thank you for the domain names.

    I will try to make good use of them.

    You are a kind person.
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