Do you love trying new things? Are you open to being a guinea pig when a brand launches a new food item? Would you test something and post a video review on social media?

If you answered yes to any of those questions, you could sign up to be a product tester on Butterly, Influenster or the Home Tester Club.

#Winning: How to beat the odds in online contests

Why does it seem like some people are just plain lucky? Well, if they are winning online contests, maybe it has more to do with strategy than luck. The CBC Deal Diva is also a ‘Contest Queen’, and she is sharing her winning secrets with us.

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Entering contests can be worth your while, with all sorts of prizes, including vacations, sometimes up for grabs.

Click the link below to hear the Deal Diva chat with the 

 Garth Materie about her experiences testing brand name products for free.

Deal Diva: Free stuff for reviews

 for more Deal Diva segments for more great tips on saving money.

You can find more money saving tips at cbc.ca/dealdiva 

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Many brands work with marketing agencies to offer consumers the chance to try things for free in exchange for an online or social media review.

Want to try new food products, skincare, pet treats or appliances?

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