is it bad ethics to put a link to my buisnesses web site in my sig?

[Slow Burn]

i was about to add a link to the website for a multi-state buisness i'm apart of... and i thought it might be considered bad ethics or even spamish...

the last thing i want on this site is a bad wrap as a spamer or anything of that nature! i love being apart of this community and especially the occasional bombing!

but i'm also infront of an audiance that could greatly benifit from what i have to offer... so what say you?

 

[bdc30]

i think once you get to a certain level or respectability (500 posts maybe?) it would be fine. People who have a link in their sig immediately upon signing up for the forum though are nothing but spammers.

 

[SkinsFanLarry]

To be safe, ask the Admin's....Eric, David or Chuck (CWS)

 

[Slow Burn]

To be safe, ask the Admin's....Eric, David or Chuck (CWS)

even if policy is cool with it, i don't want my peers here to think i'm a piece of do doo

and it might be hard to part with my archer quote!

 

[Cigar Cowboy]

I voted depends: I think it is great if you are an active member and not a troll. I will support my fellow BOTL anyway I can.

 

[Clint]

I think if it's done tastefully (like most I see here) AND it's not more than two, it's fine.

When you see a link in giant red letters or when you see several, I feel like I am being subjected to advertising rather than just a "hey, check out my site ifyou want to."

My 2 cents!

 

[Jfire]

Matt I think I already know the answer and it is no. There are site sponsors on here and (although cigar related) they pay for that advertising. Just my 2 cents. But still seeking E's approval would be a wise move. My opinion. Although I know your a great guy I would like to see all the other links taken away. But it's just my opinion.

 

[Baldanders]

Depends on if you cleared it with the admins

 

[GoingPostal]

I voted depends. first check with the admins. Second if the buisness is cigar/tobbacco related i would say become a sponser if you wish to add the link to your sig. Always tought to walk the fine line of advertising and spamming on forums like this.

 

[Treinenwj]

I say, like most others, it depends. If it's cigar related, consider becoming a sponser. If it's not, then go ahead and post it. I've seen a number of posts and threads from members here shamelessly plugging their businesses, and I think a simple link in your sig line would be much more subdued.

 

[AnthonyP]

I would assume that unless you're a sponsor, you probably wouldn't be allowed. I would check with an admin first to check it out.

 

[Slow Burn]

it is not cigar related... i wish it was! i think every one in here has that dream of owning and running a B&M. i know i do!

thanks for the feedback so far, keep it coming

 

[stroke]

Depends. If you just show up and start tossing around websites, then no. But the first thing I saw was 960 posts and 42 positive trader ratings. It's clear why you're here, and it's not to spam.

 

[Wink]

i think once you get to a certain level or respectability (500 posts maybe?) it would be fine. People who have a link in their sig immediately upon signing up for the forum though are nothing but spammers.

I agree *Lurkers, Spammers* same thing! You should at least be an active member before plugging you business. Im willing to support my brothers & sisters at all cost, if we don't who will? So Post'em if ya got'em.

 

[benday]

i don't believe it's bad ethics of sorts, but i like to keep business and pleasure separated....this is my pleasure.

 

[twenty5]

i don't believe it's bad ethics of sorts, but i like to keep business and pleasure separated....this is my pleasure.

I agree 100%

 

[Craig Mac]

I voted depends. first check with the admins. Second if the buisness is cigar/tobbacco related i would say become a sponser if you wish to add the link to your sig. Always tought to walk the fine line of advertising and spamming on forums like this.

I say, like most others, it depends. If it's cigar related, consider becoming a sponser. If it's not, then go ahead and post it. I've seen a number of posts and threads from members here shamelessly plugging their businesses, and I think a simple link in your sig line would be much more subdued.

Depends. If you just show up and start tossing around websites, then no. But the first thing I saw was 960 posts and 42 positive trader ratings. It's clear why you're here, and it's not to spam.

What they all said. Probably shouldn't have made it a public poll that you can see who voted for what though....

 

[SanCristobal]

nah, this is a great place to 'network'

 

[dpricenator]

I Voted NO, the sponsors here spend money to advertise here. Feel free to put it in your profile.

 

[bdc30]

I'm sure that creating a thread about your experience of getting in to your business would be appropriate in the employment & finance forum. Maybe you could write about some of the challenges you face(d) and things you have had to overcome in starting out your business.