E-zine Newsletter Advertising
The IFSG CONNECTIONS
DRIVE TRAFFIC to your website by advertising in the IFSG Connections – a FREE monthly E-zine publication that reaches thousands of readers interested in your product or service each month. ANYONE can place an ad! Join our mailing list now!
The IFSG Connections contains articles written exclusively by International Feng Shui Guild members about Feng Shui and related topics. It is an excellent resource for news and announcements, upcoming events, helpful tips, book reviews, and quick links. It also includes a special advertising section of services and products. You do not have to be a member of the International Feng Shui Guild to take full advantage of this powerful marketing tool. Advertising in our monthly E-zine puts your ad in front of thousands of potential customers!
Advertising Specifications
Categories
Advertising categories include:
. Products -- Feng Shui, books, green or sustainable, general merchandise, etc.
. Events and Workshops -- Feng Shui based events and workshops.
. Feng Shui Professional Training -- ads in this category are limited to our member schools.
. Services -- coaching, mentoring, interior design, etc. (We do not accept advertising for Feng Shui consulting services.)
Formats
Ads accepted in the following formats:
JPEG, JPG or GIF at 72 dpi - no animated images
PDF (PDF files must be saved with images and fonts embedded at 72 dpi)
For optimum results please avoid using extremely small fonts. We do not accept ads in text-based formats.
Banner Ad Image Sizes
Full Ad: 600 pixels wide by 120 pixels high at 72 dpi
Mini Ad: 79 pixels wide by 79 pixels high at 72 dpi, includes additional text, 10 words or less.
. Ads must be submitted in ad-ready format as we do not create ad banner images.
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. Advertiser may advertise in both the Full and Mini sections of the E-zine in the same month. Requirements: Multiple ads are distinct and separate categories or events; and ad space is available.
Cost
Full Banner Ad
• 1 Month - $36 IFSG Member
$50 IFSG Friend of the Guild
$60 Non Member
• 3 Month - $81 IFSG Member
$130 IFSG Friend of the Guild
$150 Non Member
Mini Banner Ad
• 1 Month - $36 IFSG Member
$50 IFSG Friend of the Guild
$60 Non Member
• 3 Month - $81 IFSG Member
$130 Friend of the Guild
$150 Non Member
Member pricing applies to IFSG Red Ribbon Professionals, Professional Members, Gold Schools, Silver Schools, and Bronze School members.
Not a member of the IFSG? Do you want to save on advertising? Learn more about the benefits of becoming a member. CLICK HERE for additional information on the benefits and membership levels available.
Placement
Preferred placement for our Red Ribbon Professional and Gold School members.
Deadlines
The IFSG Connections is published electronically on the 1st of each month.
All new ads (banner, link, and text if appropriate) must be sent to office@ifsguild.org and paid for by the 10th of the month prior to issue publication date desired. For example: ad received and paid for by September 10th will be published in the October 1st issue). Although submissions will be accepted anytime, this due date gives our office the time necessary to process your submission.
-- Due to space limitations in our E-zine, we reserve the right to limit the number of ads per issue. If ad space is full for an issue, advertiser may opt to be placed on wait list or pre-pay for a future issue.
-- Ads are accepted on a first come-and-paid, first served basis. To secure advertising spot, invoices for new and renewing ads must be paid within 5 days. No space is reserved without payment, and space may be released to a wait-listed advertiser after the 5 days.
The IFSG Connections Editorial Plan
(subject to change)
A special series focusing on the Feng Shui Bagua
August 2010: Dui - Children and Creativity
September 2010: Li - Fame and Reputation
October 2010: Zhen - Family and Ancestors
November 2010: Qian - Helpful People and Travel
December 2010: Gen - Knowledge and Self Cultivation
January 2011: Xun - Wealth and Prosperity
February 2011: Kun - Marriage and Relationships
March 2011: Kan - Career
Articles related to this same Editorial Plan may be submitted by International Feng Shui Guld members only. IFSG Members CLICK HERE NOW for more details on article submission guidelines and deadlines.
If you have questions about the IFSG Connections Editorial Plan, please email us at connections@ifsguild.org.
Where to Submit your Banner Ad
Submit your banner ad to office@ifsguild.org.
Payments
Payments can be made by credit card using the PayPal invoicing process or calling the office at (888) 881-IFSG (4374); or by mailing a check to:
International Feng Shui Guild
705B SE Melody Lane, Ste. 166
Lees Summit, MO 64063
Ads are accepted on first come-and-paid, first served basis. To secure advertising spot, invoices for new and renewing ads must be paid within 5 days. No space is reserved without payment. Space may be released to a wait-listed advertiser after the 5 days.
Other Advertising Opportunities
CLICK HERE to find out about advertising on our International Feng Shui Guild website for Feng Shui Products.
Advertising criteria subject to change.

