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Like and follow to win competitions are the most popular type of competition to run… but just because they’re popular doesn’t mean they’re easy or profitable. Here’s why.
OrigamiGlobe31st October 2022
The mighty hashtag, an integral part of social media... but should you also make it an essential part of your next competition? Read on to find out...
OrigamiGlobe22nd March 2022
Competition licences and permits are one of the more confusing aspects of running a competition. Find out if you need a permit to run your game of skill here.
OrigamiGlobe15th February 2022
Ever wondered how to get people on social media to enter your competition? Here are the exact steps we use to drive traffic and entries from social media to your competition.
OrigamiGlobe4th May 2021
Wondering if it’s possible to change your competition or contest even though it’s live? In most cases you might be better off waiting until next competition… here’s why.
OrigamiGlobe19th November 2020
Wondering what the best type of competition or entry method is best suited to your business? These three questions will help you work out the best competition for your business.
OrigamiGlobe1st September 2020
Can you help cover the costs of running a competition by charging your audience to enter? The short answer is no, but you may want to read our longer answer…
OrigamiGlobe25th August 2020
No one likes a shady competition, least of all us. So we've put together seven of our best tips for creating a trustworthy and legitimate competition.
OrigamiGlobe18th August 2020
Social media competitions and giveaways are a great way to promote your business - but there are a few dos and don'ts if you want your competition to succeed...
OrigamiGlobe11th July 2020
Wondering how you run a fair competition on social media? So were a lot of others, so we wrote this blog to walk you through the ins and outs of fair social competitions.
OrigamiGlobe23rd June 2020
We're all guilty of wanting posts to go viral or taking a peek at the competition's competitions... but these contest sins can be deadly. Here’s how to repent…
OrigamiGlobe2nd June 2020
Are you losing entries because you're asking too much from your competition entrants? Find out what you should be asking and why...
OrigamiGlobe19th May 2020
Do you know whether you need a licence if your prize is under $1,000 AUD? How about which states require a licence? We bust three common competition licensing myths and set the record straight...
OrigamiGlobe5th May 2020
If you've planned the perfect giveaway but no one is entering, it's probably due to one of these four things. Here's how to fix them.
OrigamiGlobe28th January 2020
Thinking of running a competition or giveaway to promote your business this summer? Here’s 6 of our best, tried and tested competition ideas to inspire you.
OrigamiGlobe28th October 2019
Considering giving games of skill a chance (see what we did there?!) - why not check out these 3 real-life examples for inspiration.
OrigamiGlobe30th September 2019
From increased engagement and reach to higher conversion and ROI, Helen and Jacqui from TGAAL tell us why you should be collecting email addresses, not likes.
OrigamiGlobe8th July 2019
Stuck for giveaway ideas for your next competition or promotion? Here are 18 engaging giveaway ideas to try for your business - and 4 to avoid.
OrigamiGlobe24th June 2019
Do you know what Instagram's competition rules are? Don't risk losing your hard-won followers over a simple slip-up...
OrigamiGlobe16th May 2019
We all need a little inspiration sometimes, if you're in need of some for your next competition, feel free to borrow from our list...
OrigamiGlobe6th May 2019
If your competition breaks Facebook’s competition rules, your page and profile could be deleted. Here’s how to avoid “Facebook jail”.
OrigamiGlobe23rd April 2019
Don't know your like to enter competitions from your enter your email to win competitions? Has OrigamiGlobe got the perfect guide for you then...
OrigamiGlobe25th March 2019
Well, how long is a piece of string? Just kidding, I promise we do actually tell you how to work out your ideal competition length in this post...
OrigamiGlobe22nd February 2019
Wondering how you're going to pick your competition winner? Never fear, OrigamiGlobe is here to save the day with this handy how to.
OrigamiGlobe5th February 2019
If you want real results from your competition, you need to have a proper competition strategy in place. Here's all you need to know...
OrigamiGlobe5th September 2018
Competition permits used to be confusing. Not anymore. You'll know if you need a licence, where and how to apply within 2 minutes...
OrigamiGlobe29th August 2018
Build an audience, generate excitement and get support for your crowdfunding campaign with competitions - but which platforms allow them?
OrigamiGlobe23rd November 2017
Your goal is the most important part of your competition... but how do you come up with one? By following this how to guide, of course!
OrigamiGlobe26th September 2017
What's the difference between a game of chance and a game of skill? No, it's not a start to a bad joke, it's an important definition...
OrigamiGlobe19th September 2017
Don't get too excited, the laws haven't changed just yet - but here's everything you need to know about the possible changes...
OrigamiGlobe7th August 2017
Ever been tempted to join a loop giveaway? They might boost your followers in the short term, but long term, they're bad for business. Here's why...
OrigamiGlobe23rd May 2017
Want to know how many entries to expect or how much to spend on promotion? Here's a peek into what to expect from your first competition...
OrigamiGlobe1st August 2016