How to promote forum site?

[harrygold]

hi. i've just started a forum but having difficulties in gathering initial members for it. how do i get new members?

[rogerd]

Welcome to WebmasterWorld, harrygold.

For a variety of ideas on this topic, check the Community Building Library [webmasterworld.com]. In particular, look at Starting a Web Community [webmasterworld.com].

Good luck, and welcome again!