The real benefit of participating in Internet Marketing forums is that you learn a lot. You never know where that next great idea will come from. I believe you learn by doing and participating not by sitting on the sidelines. There are some direct promotional benefit to participating in forums since many allow a small link to your website in the signature file. There are also sometimes good advertising opportunities on Internet Marketing Forum if you products or services appeal to this audience. There is another benefit to participating in forums, it is fun! It can be quite addicting so watch your time! I highly suggest you visit each of the internet marketing forums below and start participating. I guarantee that if you do you will not help but become a better, smarter marketer.