Affiliate Marketing Intro
Being in the affiliate marketing business is not that hard now with the Internet at your disposable. It
is much easier now compared to the days when people have to make use of the telephones and
other mediums of information just to get the latest updates on the way their program is coming
along.
So with technology at hand, and assuming that the affiliate is working from home, a day in his or her
life would sound something like this…
Upon waking up and after having breakfast, the computer is turned on to check out new
developments in the network. As far as the marketer is concerned there might be new things to
update and statistics to keep track on.
The site design has to be revised. The marketer knows that a well-designed site can increase sign ups
from visitors. It can also help in the affiliate’s conversion rates.
That done, it is time to submit the affiliate program to directories that lists affiliate programs. These
directories are means to attract people in joining your affiliate program. A sure way of promoting
the affiliate program!
Time to track down the sales you are getting from your affiliates fairly and accurately. There are
phone orders and mails to track down. See if they are new clients checking the products out. Noting
down the contact information that might be a viable source in the future.
There are lots of resources to sort out. Ads, banners, button ads and sample recommendations to
give out because the marketer knows that this is one way of ensuring more sales. Best to stay visible
and accessible too.
The affiliate marketer remembered that there are questions to answer from the visitors. This has to
be done quickly. Nothing can turn off a customer than an unanswered email.
To prove that the affiliate is working effectively and efficiently, inquiries would have to be paid more
attention on. Nobody wants to be ignored and customers are not always the most patient of all
people. Quick answer that should appear professional yet friendly too.
In the process of doing all the necessities, the marketer is logged on to a chat room where he or she
interacts with other affiliates and those under that same program. This is where they can discuss
things on how to best promote their products.
There are things to be learned and it is a continuous process. Sharing tips and advices is a good way
of showing support. There may be others out there wanting to join and may be enticed by the
discussion that is going on. There is no harm in assuming what opportunities ahead.
The newsletters and E-zines were updated days ago, so it is time for the affiliate marketer to see if
there are some new things happening in the market. This will be written about in the marketer’s
publication to be distributed to the old and new customers.
These same publications are also an important tool in keeping up to date with the newly introduced
products. The marketer has put up a sale and promotion that customers may want to know about.
Besides, they have to keep up with the deadline of these sales written in the publications.
It is that time to show some appreciation to those who have helped the marketer in the promotions
and sale increase. Nothing like mentioning the persons, their sites and the process they have done
that made everything worked.
Of course, this will be published in the newsletters. Among the more important information that
have been written already.
The marketer still has time to write out recommendations to those who want credible sources for
the products being promoted. There is also time to post some comments on how to be a successful
affiliate marketer on a site where there are lots of wannabes.
Two objectives done at the same time. The marketer gets to promote the product as well as the
program they are in. Who knows, someone may be inclined to join.
Time flies. Missed lunch but is quite contented with the tasks done. Bed time….
Ok, so this may not be all done in a day. But then, this gives you an idea of how an affiliate marketer,
a dedicated one that is, spends the marketing day. Is that success looming in the distance or what?
Affiliate Marketers Survival Tips
Now every affiliate marketer is always looking for the successful market that gives the biggest
paycheck. Sometimes they think it is a magic formula that is readily available for them. Actually, it is
more complicated than that. It is just good marketing practices that have been proven over years of
hard work and dedication.
There are tactics that have worked before with online marketing and is continuing to work in the
online affiliate marketing world of today. With these top three marketing tips, you will be able to
able to increase your sales and survive in the affiliate marketing online.
What are these three tactics?
1. Using unique web pages to promote each separate product you are marketing.
Do not lump all of it together just to save some money on web hosting. It is best to have a site
focusing on each and every product and nothing more.
Always include product reviews on the website so visitors will have an initial understanding on what
the product can do to those who buys them. Also include testimonials from users who have already
tried the product. Be sure that these customers are more than willing to allow you to use their
names and photos on the site of the specific product you are marketing.
You can also write articles highlighting the uses of the product and include them on the website as
an additional page. Make the pages attractive compelling and include calls to act on the information.
Each headline should attract the readers to try and read more, even contact you. Highlight your
special points. This will help your readers to learn what the page is about and will want to find out
more.
2. Offer free reports to your readers.
If possible position them at the very top side of your page so it they simply cannot be missed. Try to
create autoresponder messages that will be mailed to those who input their personal information
into your sign up box. According to research, a sale is closed usually on the seventh contact with a
prospect.
Only two things can possibly happen with the web page alone: closed sale or the prospect leaving
the page and never return again. By placing useful information into their inboxes at certain specified
period, you will remind them of the product they thought they want later and will find out that the
sale is closed. Be sure that the content is directed toward specific reasons to buy the product. Do not
make it sound like a sales pitch.
Focus on important points like how your product can make life and things easier and more
enjoyable. Include compelling subject lines in the email. As much as possible, avoid using the word
“free” because there are still older spam filters that dumps those kind of contents into the junk
before even anyone reading them first. Convince those who signed up for your free reports that they
will be missing something big if they do not avail of your products and services.
3. Get the kind of traffic that is targeted to your product.
Just think, if the person who visited your website has no interest whatsoever in what you are
offering, they will be among those who move on and never come back. Write articles for publication
in e-zines and e-reports. This way you can locate publications that is focusing on your target
customers and what you have put up might just grab their interest.
Try to write a minimum of 2 articles per week, with at least 300-600 words in length. By continuously
writing and maintaining these articles you can generate as many as 100 targeted readers to your site
in a day.
Always remember that only 1 out of 100 people are likely to buy your product or get your services. If
you can generate as much as 1,000 targeted hits for your website in a day, that means you can made
10 sales based on the average statistic.The tactics given above does not really sound very difficult to do, if you think about it. It just requires
a little time and an action plan on your part.
Try to use these tips for several affiliate marketing programs. You can end maintaining a good source
of income and surviving in this business that not all marketers can do.
Besides, think of the huge paychecks you will be receiving!
How to Become a Super Affiliate
Over the past years, web hosting has grown bigger than it used to be. With more companies getting
into this business and finding the many benefits it can give them, the demand for web hosting has
never been higher. These seem to be the trend of today.
38 million people have put up their very first websites online this year 2005 alone. It is estimated
that by 2008, the Internet sales industry will top the dollar bank. And to think, majority of those sites
will be offering different affiliate programs for people to choose and participate into.
This only means one thing. It is easier now to find the right web host for your application. The
possibility of quality web hosting companies separating themselves from the rest of the industry is
anticipated. If this is done, the unprofessional and incompetent ones will suffer.
Support will be the number one consideration for people when choosing a web host. It will be
obvious that traditional advertising will become less and less effective. Most people would rather
opt for the web host based on things that they see and hear. Also based on the recommendations by
those who have tried them and have proved to be a successful.
This is a great opportunity for web hosting affiliates and resellers alike. There would hundreds of
web hosting and programs to choose from that the difficulty in finding the right one for them is not a
problem anymore.
How does one become a successful affiliate in the niche markets using web hosting?
If you think about it, everyone who needs a website needs a web hosting company to host it for
them. As of now, there is really no leading hosting industry so most people choose hosts based from
recommendations. Usually, they get it from the ones that have already availed of a web hosting
services.
With the many hosts offering affiliate programs, there is the tendency to find the one which you
think will work best for you. Think of the product you will be promoting. Pattern them to the site and
see if they are catering to the same things as you are.
When you have been with one host for quite some time and seem not to be making much despite all
your effort, leave that one and look for another. There is no use in trying to stick to one when you
would be before off in another one. Things will only have to get better from there because you
already have been in worst situations.
Affiliate Programs - Which one do I Choose?
Ask questions first before you join an affiliate program. Do a little research about the choices of
program that you intend to join into. Get some answers because they will be the deciding point of
what you will be achieving later on.
Will it cost you anything to join? Most affiliate programs being offered today are absolutely free of
charge. So why settle for those that charge you some dollars before joining.
When do they issue the commission checks? Every program is different. Some issue their checks
once a month, every quarter, etc. Select the one that is suited to your payment time choice. Many
affiliate programs are setting a minimum earned commission amount that an affiliate must meet or
exceed in order for their checks to be issued.
What is the hit per sale ratio? This is the average number of hits to a banner or text link it takes to
generate a sale based on all affiliate statistics. This factor is extremely important because this will tell
you how much traffic you must generate before you can earn a commission from the sale.
Which Networks to Choose
There are many horror stories about affiliate programs and networks. People have heard them over
and over again, that some are even wary of joining one. The stories they may have heard are thoserelated to illegal programs or pyramid schemes. Basically, this kind of market does not have real,
worthy product.
You do not want to be associated with these schemes. It is obvious you want to be with a program
that offers high quality product that you will readily endorse. The growing number of those who
have joined already and are succeeding immensely is proof enough that there are reliable and
quality affiliate programs out there.
Why participate in an affiliate program?
It allows you to work part-time. It gives you the opportunity to build a generous residual income.
And it makes you an owner of a small business. Affiliate programs have already created lots of
millionaires. They are the living testimony of how hard work; continuous prospecting, motivating
and training others pay off.
If ever you are deciding to join one, you must take note that you are getting into something that is
patterned to what you are capable of. This will be an assurance that you are capable of doing
anything to come out successful.
How do you choose a good affiliate program to promote? Here are some tips you may want to look
over before choosing one:
1. A program that you like and have interest in.
One of the best ways of knowing if that is the kind of program you wish to promote is if you are
interested in purchasing the product yourself. If that is the case, chances are, there are many others
who are also interested in the same program and products.
2. Look for a program that is of high quality.
For instance, look for one that is associated with many experts in that particular industry. This way,
you are assured that of the standard of the program you will be joining into.
3. Join in the ones that offer real and viable products.
How do you know this? Do some initial research. If possible, track down some of the members and
customers to give you testimonial on the credibility of the program.
4. The program that is catering to a growing target market.
This will ensure you that there will be more and continuous demands for your referrals. Make
inquiries. There are forums and discussions you can participate in to get good and reliable
feedbacks.
5. A program with a compensation plan that pays out a residual income and a payout of 40% or
more would be a great choice.
There are some programs offering this kind of compensation. Look closely for one. Do not waste
your time with programs that do not reward substantially for your efforts.
6. Be aware of the minimum quotas that you must fulfill or sales target that is too hard to achieve.
Some affiliate programs imposes pre-requisites before you get your commissions. Just be sure that
you are capable of attaining their requirements.
7. Select one that has plenty of tools and resources that can help you grow the business in the
shortest possible time.
Not all affiliate programs have these capacities. Make use you decide on one with lots of helpful
tools you can use.
8. Check out if the program has a proven system that can allow you to check your networks and
compensation.
Also check if they have it available online for you to check anytime and anywhere.
9. The program that is offering strong incentives for members to renew their membership each time.
The affiliate program that provides continuous help and upgrades for its products have the tendency
to retain its members. These things can assure the growth of your networks.
10. Be aware of the things that members are not happy about in a program.
Like with the ones mentioned above, you can do your checking at discussion forums. If you know
someone in that same program, there is ho harm asking if there are many downsides involved.
Have a thorough and intensive knowledge about the affiliate program and network you will be
promoting on.
Knowing the kind of program you are getting yourself into will make you anticipate and prevent any
future problems you may encounter.
Easy Profits Using PPC in Your Biz
PPC or Pay-Per-Click in full is one of the four basic types of Search Engines. PPC is also one of the
most cost-effective ways of targeted Internet advertising. According to Forbes magazine, PPC or Pay
Per Click, accounts to 2 billion dollars a year and is expected to increase to around 8 billion dollars by
the year 2008.
Let us take a quick look at how PPC Search Engines work.
These engines create listings and rate them based on a bid amount the website owner is willing to
pay for each click from that search engine. Advertisers bid against each other to receive higher
ranking for a specific keyword or phrase.
Using Recommended Products to Increase Bottom Line Profit
In affiliate marketing, there are many ways in which you can increase your earnings and maintain the
account that you have worked so hard for already. Most of the techniques and tactics can be learned
easily. No need to go anywhere and any further. They are available online, 24 hours a day and 7 days
a week.
One of the more important ways of increasing affiliate marketing bottom line and sale is through the
use of product recommendations. Many marketers know that this is one of the most effective ways
in promoting a certain product.
If the customers or visitors trust you enough, then they will definitely trust your recommendations.
Be very careful in using this approach, though. If you start promoting everything by
recommendation, your credibility will actually wear thin. This is seen especially when
recommendations are seemingly exaggerated and without much merit.
Do not be afraid to mention things that you do not like about a given product or service. Rather than
lose any points for you, this will make your recommendation more realistic and will tend to increase
your credibility.
Furthermore, if your visitors are really interested in what you are offering, they will be more than
delighted to learn what is good about the product, what is not so good, and how the product will
benefit them.
When you are recommending a certain product, there are some things to remember on how to
make it work effectively and for your advantage.
Sound like the true and leading expert in your field.
Remember this simple equation: Price resistance diminishes in direct proportion to trust. If your
visitors feel and believe that you are an expert in your niche, they are more inclined to making that
purchase. On the other hand, if you are not exuding any confidence and self-assurance in endorsing
your products, they will probably feel that same way and will go in search of another product or
service which is more believable.
How do you establish this aura of expertise? By offering unique and new solutions they would not
get anywhere else. Show proof that what you are promoting works as promised. Display prominent
testimonials and endorsements from respected and known personalities, in related fields of course.
Using Camtasia Video to Generate More Clicks
Since there are already lots of people getting into affiliate marketing, it is no wonder that the
competition is getting stiff. The challenge is to try and outdo other affiliates and think of ways to be
able to attain this.
There are also many tips and techniques being taught to these affiliate in order to best plan their
strategy for their program to work effectively so that more earnings will be achieved.
What better way to wow your prospects and customers than to record and publish top notch, full
motion and streaming screen-captured videos. Nothing like feeling your hard work getting paid by
having your customers jumping up excitedly in great anticipation to buy your product right there and
then.
This is Camtasia in action. It is a proven fact; giving your customers something they can actually see
can explode your online sales instantly.
You do not need to have trainings and education to be able to know how this system can work for
your affiliate program. Anyone can create stunning videos, from multimedia tutorials and step-by-
step presentations available online. The process is like having your customers seated next to you and
looking at your desktop, as you show them the things they need to see and hear. All this done step
by step.
For those who does not know it yet, how does Camtasia works?
1. It can record your desktop activity in a single click. No need to have to save and compile all your
files because it is recorded right there and then.
2. Can easily convert your videos into web pages. Once converted you can have your customers
visiting that certain page. Videos are easier to understand and take in unlike reading texts which
oftentimes is a trying thing to do.
3. Upload your pages. Publish them through blogs, RSS feed and podcasts. You may want your
Camtasis videos to get around and reach out to other people that may be potential customers in the
future. Nothing like being visible in many sites and pages to advertise yourself and get your message
through.
Boost Commissions Overnight
The ideal world of affiliate marketing does not require having your won website, dealing with
customers, refunds, product development and maintenance. This is one of the easiest ways of
launching into an online business and earning more profits.
Assuming you are already into an affiliate program, what would be the next thing you would want to
do? Double, or even triple, your commissions, right? How do you do that?
Here are some powerful tips on how to boost your affiliate program commissions overnight.
1. Know the best program and products to promote.
Obviously, you would want to promote a program that will enable you to achieve the greatest profits
in the shortest possible time.
There are several factors to consider in selecting such a program. Choose the ones that have a
generous commission structure. Have products that fit in with your target audience. And that has a
solid track record of paying their affiliate easily and on time. If you cannot seem to increase your
investments, dump that program and keep looking for better ones.
There are thousands of affiliate programs online which gives you the reason to be picky. You may
want to select the best to avoid losing your advertising dollars.
Write free reports or short E-Books to distribute from your site. There is a great possibility that you
are competing with other affiliates that are promoting the same program. If you start writing short
report related to the product you are promoting, you will be able to distinguish yourself from the
other affiliates.
In the reports, provide some valuable information for free. If possible, add some recommendations
about the products. With E-Books, you get credibility. Customers will see that in you and they will be
enticed to try out what you are offering.
2. Collect and save the email addresses of those who download your free E-Books.
Avoiding Common Affiliate Mistakes
As the handbook draws to a near end and closing publication, here are some hazard signs and
dangerous waters you shouldn’t be treading on in the affiliate marketing scene!
So listen up…
Affiliate marketing is one of the most effective and powerful ways of earning some money online.
This program gives everybody a chance to make a profit through the Internet. Since these affiliate
marketing programs are easy to join, implement and pays a commission on a regular basis, more an
more people are now willing in this business.
However, like all businesses, there are lots of pitfalls in the affiliate marketing business. Committing
some of the most common mistakes will cost the marketers a large portion taken from the profit
they are making everyday. That is why it is better to avoid them than be regretful in the end.
Mistake number 1: Choosing the wrong affiliate.
Many people want to earn from affiliate marketing as fast as possible. In their rush to be part of one,
they tend to choose a bandwagon product. This is the kind of products that the program thinks is
“hot”. They choose the product that is in demand without actually considering if the product appeals
to them. This is not a very wise move obviously.
Instead of jumping on the bandwagon, try top choose a product in which you are truly interested in.
For any endeavor to succeed, you should take some time to plan and figure out your actions.
Pick a product that appeals to you. Then do some research about that product to see if they are in
demand. Promoting a product you are more passionate about is easier than promoting one for the
sake of the earnings only.
Mistake number 2: Joining too many affiliate programs.
Since affiliate programs are very easy to join, you might be tempted to join multiples of affiliate
programs to try and maximize the earnings you will be getting. Besides you may think that there is
nothing wrong and nothing to lose by being part of many affiliate programs.
True, that is a great way to have multiple sources of income. However, joining multiple programs
and attempting to promote them all at the same time will prevent you from concentrating on each
one of them.
The result? The maximum potential of your affiliate program is not realized and the income
generated will not exactly be as huge as you were thinking initially it would. The best way to get
excellent result is by joining just one program that pays a 40% commission at least. Then give it your
best effort by promoting your products enthusiastically. As soon as you see that it is already making
a reasonable profit, then maybe you can now join another affiliate program.
The technique is to do it slowly but surely. There is really no need to rush into things, especially with
affiliate marketing. With the way things are going, the future is looking real bright and it seems
affiliate marketing will be staying for a long time too.
Mistake number 3: Not buying the product or using the service.
As an affiliate, you main purpose is to effectively and convincingly promote a product or service and
to find customers. For you to achieve this purpose, you must be able to relay to the customers that
certain product and service. It is therefore difficult for you to do this when you yourself have nottried these things out. Thus, you will fail to promote and recommend them convincingly. You will
also fail to create a desire in your customers to avail any of what you are offering.
Try the product or service personally first before you sign up as an affiliate to see if it is really
delivering what it promises. If you have done so, then you are one of the credible and living
testaments aware of its advantages and disadvantages. Your customers will then feel the sincerity
and truthfulness in you and this will trigger them to try them out for themselves.
Many affiliate marketers make these mistakes and are paying dearly for their actions. To not fall into
the same situation they have been in, try to do everything to avoid making the same mistakes.
Time is the key. Take the time to analyze your marketing strategy and check if you are in the right
track. If done properly, you will be able to maximize your affiliate marketing program and earn
higher profits.
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