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Open Web Awards: Pikaba got through to Round 1. Vote!


by Alexis on 20. November 2008 00:00Categories: News
I’m thrilled that Pikaba made it to Round 1 in the Social Shopping category! And that's what matters. Thanks to everyone who nominated Pikaba!

We want Pikaba to be a positive force. People think that we're overconfident and too customer oriented, but it really comes from excitement. Please continue to vote for us — it’s so appreciated!

One vote per e-mail address per day (until midnight on November 30th). Please vote everyday!

VOTE NOW! Just enter your email address in the widget below and click Vote Now. You will receive a confirmation link via email shortly. Click this to confirm your vote.


Share your vote! You’re welcome to promote Pikaba via Facebook. Twitter, MySpace, across blogs. It’s more likely for our site to proceed to the finals!

Keep voting, my friends!

Nominate Pikaba.com for Open Web Awards.


by Alexis on 14. November 2008 01:02Categories: News
Mashable, the world’s largest blog focused on social networks like MySpace, Facebook and Pikaba, is hosting their Second Annual Open Web Awards and the nominations close Sunday, November 16th.

Hopefully, you love Pikaba.com as much as we do. And we're going to need your vote for this competition. Please fill out the widget below and let's present Pikaba.com to the world.

Enter your email address and click Submit. You will receive a confirmation link via email shortly. You’ll need to click the link they send you to confirm your nomination.



I'll let you know about the result and when it's time to vote. Keep your fingers crossed!

Thank you all!

Pikaba Blogs. Have your say.


by Alexis on 11. November 2008 03:22Categories:
Whether you’re a seasoned shopper or just trying to hone your buying techniques, post your perspective, stories, links, reviews on your blog and see what others have to say and recommend.

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Pikaba Rating System Explained


by Alexis on 7. November 2008 04:06Categories:

We’re making Pikaba.com an alternative to impersonal classifieds where people come and go. That’s why, apart from posting your “wanted” or for sale requests and submitting your products, Pikaba offers you a number of shopping and networking opportunities you can take advantage of.




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How to enter into the role of Pikaba Advisor


by Alexis on 26. September 2008 01:19Categories: Tips & Tricks

You just received a confirmation that you’re now a Advisor here on Pikaba. Welcome on board!

Here’s in getting started guide for a new registered Advisor, i.e. a highly esteemed member. 



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You’re a Pikaba Advisor. Now what?


by Alexis on 26. September 2008 00:57Categories: Tips & Tricks

All you need to do is help them close the deal 

Our members are our most valued asset. Without them, our powerful social shopping features are just dust in the wind.  

Every day I welcome dozens new members who’re looking to buy or sell something in our social shopping community. They post requests, run a few searches and look at the similar products. However, very often, people need to get an advice from a pro or receive recommendations about what and where to buy. In other words, they need help from a human being not from a matching or search engine.  



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Summing up Pikaba.com in just a few words


by Alexis on 15. September 2008 03:57Categories: Tips & Tricks
A few new members asked me about a very short description of our site, so they can tell friends about Pikaba. Here you go.

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Wedding Planning with a Personal Touch


by Alexis on 18. August 2008 23:09Categories: Success Stories
It’s cool that you meet new people on Pikaba while posting your “wanted” requests or sell stuff. What’s more, we’re planing to make Pikaba an alternative to impersonal classifieds where people come and go. I’d say, a personal touch and focus on the community. Here’s a great example of that.

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Pikaba.com: Apple iPhone 3G Giveaway Contest


by Alexis on 15. August 2008 02:47Categories: News

Smart shopper? Social shopper? Sound like you? Good, because we're running this giveaway to say "thank you" for using Pikaba.

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FEATURE SPOTLIGHT - PIKABA POLLS


by Alexis on 14. August 2008 01:43Categories:
Torn between too many options? Use Pikaba Polls and you'll be able to watch as your questions are answered by hundreds of people and then make a sound, well-informed purchase decision.

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