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In marketing language, a gimmick is a unique or quirky special feature that makes something "stand out" from its contemporaries. However, the special feature is typically thought to be of little relevance or use. Thus, a gimmick is a special feature for the sake of having a special feature. In marketing, product gimmicks are sometimes considered mere novelties, and not really that relevant to the product's functioning, sometimes even earning negative connotations. However, some seemingly trivial gimmicks of the past have evolved into useful, permanent features. According to the OED, the word is first attested in 1926, defined in the Wise-Crack Dictionary by Main and Grant as "a device used for making a fair game crooked". Finding a successful gimmick for an otherwise mundane product is often an important part of the marketing process. For example, toothbrushes are often given various gimmicks, such as bright colors, easy-grip handles, or color-changing bristles so they appear more exciting to consumers. This is often done when trying to appeal to children or excitable adults, who often get more excited about the gimmick than the product. Major product features which are poorly designed become known as gimmicks to the product users. Plastic devices often suffer from weak structural components or fragile construction, leading to deforming and cracking of the over-strained and poorly engineered mechanisms. This leaves the owner with the basic functions of the item and the gimmick disabled or, in the case of very cheaply produced products, the gimmick broken completely from the main body of the item.
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1. Get 1000's of Links Is This Good or Bad?
November 19, 2009
Get 1000's of Links TodayThere are plenty of automated programs available that make this claim. Most of the ads that I've run across in the last 10 or so years are very compelling but you must understand how things work before spending your hard income on these gimmickks. Most people don't even know what search engine optimization is so that's where you would get the answer no. The people that do know a little about SEOmight try these software gimmicks only to be let down. Let's check out a few ideas that these programs try to sell and see if they perform in the real world. In this article we'... (read more)
Author: Elvis Gonzalez
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2. The Truth About Stopping Smoking
November 13, 2009
This is not about me - I have stopped smoking - this is about You. You being a smoker or a person who knows a smoker and you want them to stop.
I finally learned how to stop smoking after 35 miserable years of it.? You too will soon find the? way to stop smoking? and stop permanently. I don't know about you, but I've tried all of the gimmicks: - Nicorettes, the patch, medications, etc. - and, of course, willpower and several courses on the internet. But I didn't stop. And I wanted to in the worst way.
I studied and studied some more, and after 35 years, finally discovered how to quit. Wh... (read more)
Author: James Creech
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3. Simple Tips For Weight Loss
November 12, 2009
There are thousands of diet book and diet gurus offering a myriad of ideas for quick weight loss. Although some of these plans may provide short-term results, gimmicks and gadgets do not add up to a permanent weight loss solution. The quickest way to lose weight is to have patience, eat healthy, use a weight management supplement such as Slimirex, and incorporate a exercise plan into your daily activities.
Eat Healthy The body needs over forty different vitamins and minerals each day in order to function properly and maintain overall good health. Eating healthy not only allows you to con... (read more)
Author: Bennett Diaz
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4. Choosing the Perfect Weber Grill for your Outdoor Gimmick
November 12, 2009
Whenever the weather takes into a pleasant turn, outdoor gimmicks, picnics, parties, and whatnots are in demand. They can be held at the backyard, at the garden, nearby a pool, a beach, in the middle of the woods, or just about anywhere and they can still be exciting and entertaining at the same time.
People who host outdoor parties carry the load of thinking out the theme. They would also have to conceptualize on games and entertainment to keep their guests pleased for the duration of the party. Aside from that, they also need to make out a suitable menu. Among all those responsibilities... (read more)
Author: Kenny Leones
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5. How to Fix your Clothes Dryer
November 09, 2009
There is no doubt that clothes dryers are one of the most practical electrical gimmicks that have ever been manufactured. It is a perfect option for those individuals who live in upper level apartment buildings and cannot simply hang their clothes outside on a line. Even so, after after time goes by the clothes dryer will start to have problems, when you will should know a little bit how to fix it.
The first thing you need to know is that, if your clothes dryer is still under guarantee, you are advised not to take any risk in making attempts to fix it on your own. You should get hold of ... (read more)
Author: Milos Pesic
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6. Chemists Give Number One Hair Growth Products - You Can Grow Long Hair In A Month
November 06, 2009
Regrow Hair : Use Products That Are scientifically proven To WorkIf your hair is falling out, you should know that most people who go bald can regrow hair. But that may only happen using certain products. You shouldn't waste your resources on gimmicks.Most often, the loss of hair is because of a condition known as androgenic alopecia. In men, this is frequently referred to as male pattern baldness ; in girls it's typically simply called alopecia.Baldness in the form of androgenic alopecia is caused by otherwise safe hormonal abnormalities. These aberrations appear as you age, and cause your ha... (read more)
Author: Clarence Bridges
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7. The Truth about How to Get a 6 Pack
November 05, 2009
Magazines know it, sports people know it, models know it and you know it too: fat is not attractive. A tightly carved body is the way to go. For many women, a well shaped six pack abs is the most appealing part of a man’s body. So, you must focus on this area and get the results you are hoping for. You can get the perfect six pack of abs by doing a great abs workout.
All around you there are several abdominal training gadgets, programs and gimmicks that promise you will have the desired look. This is great and many people are now trying to sculpt their abs. But, while you are on the beach... (read more)
Author: Cristian Stan
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8. How to Lose Belly Fat Fast
November 05, 2009
Are you still trying to get rid of that belly fat? You may think that the genes are responsible for it and that you may never lose it. But that is not true. Even if you think that you have tried everything, there is something more to do, something that may work just right.
I know that you are all too familiar with those “seems too good to be true” types of advertisements on how to lose fat in mere moments. The marketers have tried to insult your intelligent for some time now and you know it. So let’s get pass the gimmicks and get down to the real thing. Loosing fat is much easier than you... (read more)
Author: Cristian Stan
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9. Get Rid of Cellulite Permanently!
November 05, 2009
We all want to get rid of cellulite for good. Cellulite is ugly, there's no doubt about it. Unfortunately, women are being ripped off by sleazy marketing companies who are selling all kinds of scammy cellulite creams, pills, massages, and other gimmicks. Ask any doctor and they'll tell you, these products are a temporary solution AT BEST. They don't do ANYTHING to actually get rid of cellulite. They are a temporary coverup. It's sad, but these scammers are banking on womens' insecurity. If you really want to get rid of cellulite for good, here are some simple tips that can help.
How to G... (read more)
Author: Aaron Landry
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10. Making Money Online for Newbie's!
November 03, 2009
There are so many so called great opportunities, sales pages, new product launches, and flashy internet money making gimmicks out there that I was totally overwhelmed just trying to figure out which of them if any were worth purchasing. Many of the programs I have tried simply did not work for me the average everyday guy with very little technological know how. I have been sucked into so many programs and new products out there that I finally got fed up with trying to earn income online a few years ago. But I was recently introduced to, not another fast sale training product, but an actua... (read more)
Author: Devin Haley
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11. Digital Camcorder Online Buying Guide
November 02, 2009
If you determine to go to the electronics shop so as to get a new digital camcorder you will encounter great many options. There are a lot of things that you have to determine before you pick out the suitable type. These involve video formatting, connectivity with other gimmicks, the sound quality, supplements and numerous other options.
One of the requirements that your new digital camcorder must carry out refers to what sort of recording media it will apply. Frequently, the recording media is tied to the individual video format that the camera is designed to record.Take into considerat... (read more)
Author: Milos Pesic
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12. Be Green, Use Samsung Blue Earth
October 29, 2009
The mobile phone market has been hit by a bug called solar smartphones. This new trend on phones has sure made some eyebrows rise with the eco-friendly gimmicks and all. But the popular mobile company Samsung has been awfully stung by the bug by seriously releasing the first solar smartphone in the mobile industry.
Not a Publicity Stunt
Samsung has shown interest in producing solar mobile phones with their previous solar powered phone known as Crest. But this company has made the game serious with this new cute smartphone that they will release this quarter. The Samsung Blue Earth S... (read more)
Author: Simon Drew
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13. Skinny guys: Want to gain 10 pounds of muscle in three months?
October 27, 2009
You can gain 10 pounds of muscle in 3 months without resorting to steroids, weight gainers, or gimmicks. There's no trick to it; anyone can do it.
Imagine how you will look and feel with your newfound strength and size. In three months, you'll be a new man.
Bulking up: the basic concept
I promised you 10 pounds of muscle in three months, right? You can have it, but there are some things you have to do to get it. You have to begin a bulking phase.
Bulking is similar to gaining weight. You know how to gain weight, right? Maybe you do, and maybe you don't. Lots of skinny guys ... (read more)
Author: Thomas Urvile
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14. Start Your Own Work At Home Business
October 26, 2009
Start Your Own Work At Home Business
Starting a home business is not tedious. In fact, there are many advantages in starting a home based business. You can enjoy the fun of working in a home atmosphere and can work at your convenient schedule. But running an own business requires lot of dedication and effort. You must know how to manage time for work and family. However, your hard work and effort would be rewarded well.
Before starting work at home business, consider the following:
1. Whether you would have the freedom to choose when and where to work?
2. Whether the home b... (read more)
Author: Perry Roberts
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15. Best Forex System Trading-Avoid Scams And Choose The Right One
October 19, 2009
It is easy to fall for advertising gimmicks that say they have the best forex system trading.
The internet is filled with forex trading systems, making it even more difficult to choose the best forex system trading. What makes it even more difficult is that every product claims to be the best. They all come with big statements assuring that you will become a millionaire in the shortest possible time. They also tell you that their system is easy to use and does not require much capital to start with.
Now people who fall for these advertising gimmicks sooner or later find out t... (read more)
Author: Alan Lim
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16. Loose Weight Quick Secrets Good Or Bad
October 12, 2009
If you are overweight, chances are you want to know about some loose weight quick secrets that will allow you to drop some unwanted fat from your body in a hurry. Gaining access to this hush-hush information doesn’t have to be difficult or a hassle for you once you understand that there is loose weight ideas available to you in more than a few places. It is important for you to understand the difference between true weight loss secrets and diet plan gimmicks that just waste your time and money.
There are few things that are quite as discouraging as a diet plan you’ve been sticking to for ... (read more)
Author: Schumy Cumi
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17. Branding Positions Your Products and Services For Today And The Future
October 11, 2009
It is easy to dismiss branding as just another buzzword. Brand equity, brand management, brand identity—these terms get lost in the clutter of short term marketing trends and hip new business gimmicks. This is unfortunate because true branding is a critical element of any marketing strategy. One need only think of examples such as Google, Apple or IBM to understand the impact of successful brand management. When applied consistently and effective over the long-term, brand management can take a product or service from just one of many to household name. It can build customer loyalty and differe... (read more)
Author: Sarah Frayzer
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18. The Anti-Snoring Pillow is Useless
October 08, 2009
I wanted to talk to you about the anti-snoring pillow and show you without a doubt that it doesn't work. There are a lot of gimmicks on the market, but this one is the absolute worst of them all. I know that a lot of you feel hopeless when it comes to this problem. You may have had a parent struggle with this their entire lives and you think that you're destined to this fate too. This is completely untrue. The fact is that most people don't even try to learn how to fix this problem and that is why they never beat it. I'm going to show you why the anti-snoring pillow doesn't work and than I'm g... (read more)
Author: Tyler Ziggler
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19. What to Look Out for in Acai Berry Scam
October 08, 2009
The Acai Berry Edge is one of those rapidly multiplying consumer product now available over the internet. Some of the features include frequent shipping offers and attention-getting gimmicks. The media are even promoting these products. It is not the Acai Berry Edge that the magazine, Sports Illustrated, is discussing about but the acai berry itself. This is often the case in sites and advertisements in general that are not quite legitimate. The one discussing about the acai berry does have faith in its benefits and that it actually works.
Some of the issues regarding the acai berry lie... (read more)
Author: Rudy Snider
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20. How to Remove a Scar
October 02, 2009
How to Remove a Scar
Scars are ugly and often hard to get rid of. So how do you remove a scar? Well, fortunately you can fade and remove most scars without surgery or other expensive procedures. You don't even need an expensive scar cream to do it. Most scars can be removed with natural products and techniques in the comfort of your own home.
Scar treatment is a widely discussed topic on the internet. Unfortunately, nobody seems to have any definitive answers on what works and what doesnt. Some people maintain that you need surgery or other invasive procedures to get rid of a s... (read more)
Author: Aaron Landry
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21. Turntables To Get Into Music
October 02, 2009
Are you interested in music? There is a lot of routes to go into. Some will choose instruments such a a piano, a violin, even a harmonica, but are these really as versatile as turntables?
Turntables are pretty amazing devices. They are not gadgets or gimmicks, turntables are the tool and instrument of a DJ! There is truly nothing more versatile.
In the right hands the turntable can make thousands jump up and down in insane ecstasy! Ok, perhaps a saxophone can do such to some people, however in today's world, a turntable is the right kind of tool!
If you dream of becoming a top D... (read more)
Author: Sarah Reddingworth
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22. Crush Your Competition Using These Tips From The Article Marketing Pros
October 01, 2009
Article marketing has the potential to be a very profitable way to make money online but mastering this strategy is the difference between making five figures a month and only getting pennies.Article marketing experts are all over the web with tips and ebooks to help you master article marketing but the problem is that they are not focusing on helping you to better your strategy.Most article marketing ebooks only show you gimmicks of how to trick the search engines or other failed methods that will work only temporarily or not at all.If you really want to become a successful article marketer y... (read more)
Author: Aaron Foreman
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23. Regrow Hair Successfully With Home Remedies
October 01, 2009
Why is that no one can seem to find a successful way to stop hair loss?This is something that tons of people who suffer from hair loss and even scientists are still trying to figure how.I would advise you to stop bothering with all of the latest hair loss products and gimmicks.You don't read need any of this to get your hair back because you can regrow your hair without spending a lot of money.Here is something that you might find interesting. There are natural hair loss methods that you can use to treat your hair loss.People think that just because natural home remedies aren't complicated an... (read more)
Author: Aaron Foreman
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24. Home remedies for dry skin: Some of them are more than Old Wives' Tales, as Fuller Brush knows
September 25, 2009
“So what home remedies for dry skin would you recommend?” Natasha asked Charlie, as she padded out of her bedroom holding a Fuller Brush toothbrush in her hand. “I mean, they’re all nuts, right? Old wives’ tales if you ask me.”
Charlie shrugged. “There’s a ring of truth to the ones that are still around today,” he insisted. His roommate stepped towards him and poked him in the chest as she responded: “They’re all hoopla, my friend!” “Hoopla?” he responded. “They’re all marketing gimmicks. The best anti-wrinkle creams – if you ask me, and you didn’t – but the best anti-wrinkle creams... (read more)
Author: Vincent Platania
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25. Top home based business opportunity
September 25, 2009
Packyourcubical.net has the answer, if you have ever tried looking online for home business opportunities, then you are well aware that the amount of scams and gimmicks are beyond ridiculous. If it’s not an offer promising you overnight success, it’s another offer telling you that you can start a business with NO money and you never have to do anything but sit back and collect checks. Think about this, if it were that easy, then don’t you think everyone else would be jumping on that bandwagon too? Yeah, I think so. This article is not intended to bash or slander, its sole purpose is to cut to ... (read more)
Author: Shane Banning
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