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Why Paying for Traffic is a Smart Move

Posted on January 24, 2013 by Apple Daniels in Affiliate Marketing, Blogging, Business Tips Comments

You’ll hear and read a lot about the success stories of the people who hit it big on the internet, but with that comes twice the number of stories of people who failed to make it. It’s true, a lot of people have tried and failed to maintain their online businesses, but we continue to draw inspiration from the handful of people who have succeeded.

How did they do it? Was it pure luck? Like our other achievements in life, it takes passion, determination, hard work… and sometimes, money. Here’s why paying for traffic is a smart move and why it’s worth it. It’s proof that investing can help fuel success in online businesses.

Traffic is one of foundations of a successful online business. It’s actually the most important factor, the chosen one! That’s because traffic is the reason why an online business gets sales. Think of it this way, in the World Wide Web, traffic is just like the walk-in customers in retail stores, the more walk-in customers your online business has, the higher your chances of selling your products.

Despite the fact that not every customer buys a product, there’s just no denying that the more customers you have, the more possible purchases you’ll be able to get. It’s common knowledge and it’s the reality online businesses face every day it’s also why paying for traffic is a smart move.

Keeping the phrase “You have to lose some to gain some” in mind, paying for traffic simply means you would have to spend some money to actually gain more money in return. So how do you spend money on traffic? By advertising, of course. When you advertise your online business, you are simply making your business known to all and with that come the flow of traffic to your site.

You know why paying for traffic is a smart move? Because, even though there are plenty of free advertising methods to choose from, those methods couldn’t compete with the impact that paid advertising like Google or Yahoo is able to give.

Advertising with Google or Yahoo means that your site will turn up in search results that are similar or relevant to your online business. And you won’t just appear on the first page of the search results, your site will be on top of the list. This shows why paying for traffic is a smart move. After all, paying for advertising can also be considered as paying for traffic.

The way you pay for your site’s traffic depends on the type of advertising you decide to use. You are sometimes required to pay every time your ad shows up in search results, or every time your ad is clicked in other sites. Again, it depends on what type of advertising you use.

It’s very obvious why paying for traffic is a smart move, since you will be earning back all the money you spend plus more when your customers start flocking to your site. There are plenty of tools for you to use online in order to properly generate traffic, so make sure to do your homework and research!

How To Successfully Build Your List

Posted on January 23, 2013 by Apple Daniels in Business Tips Comments

Online Marketing has indeed risen up. Although we’ve all expected this in the past, I guess no one thought it would be this successful in such a short period of time. These days, online companies and businesses have grown in numbers, and with that came a new set of marketing strategies that we either have learned from, developed, or have yet to discover.

But, as the numbers of companies and businesses grow, so does their need for new online marketing strategies and techniques. And because of this, another industry was born, Online Marketing. There are plenty of companies who offer to share their knowledge on this industry with a fee. Luckily, the companies and businesses on a tight budget have other, more budget-friendly options, like permission marketing.

Permission marketing is simply an e-mail subscription based marketing, wherein your customers can choose to subscribe to your updates via e-mail. Naturally, the more subscribers you have then the more chances you have of earning or selling your products and services online. Build your list from people that are interested in subscribing to your updates. By doing this, you are able to determine which ones can turn out to be potential customers.

It may take a little time and effort to build your list, but it will be worth it in the end. Especially since you won’t just gain more audience as you build your list but you also get more exposure for your company or website. As you work your way through your list, you’ll find how much your business has benefited from your e-mail subscribers.

There are plenty of websites that will teach you how to build your list. Each of those websites may have their own opinions and insights, most of which will confuse you. Regardless of how different their opinions may be, there will always be at least a few similar ones you can easily follow. Here are at least four of those.

A form that allows your visitors to sign-up for an e-mail update must always be present on your site. Whether you put it on the side bar or at the end of your posts, or on both, there should be at least one form that is accessible to them. This way, your visitors won’t have a hard time signing-up for your e-mails. Don’t forget to squeeze in a one-liner stating that if they choose to, they can sign-up for more updates from you. To make this even more successful, you should also have a clean-looking, well-made site that can leave a good impression on its own. An attractive site can definitely earn you more subscribers.
Like I said, it’s important to make your site look just as good as your content and vice versa. This is one of the things that will make your visitors remember you. Aside from the appearance of your site, visitors should be able to navigate through it easily. The more visitors you attract the more you can build your list without trying so hard.
Good customer service will not only keep your customers happy, but will help you gain new ones as well. Nothing beats referrals from loyal customers, not even expensive ads. Referral is the best exposure you can get.

In order to build your list with loyal customers, you must first gain their trust. And the best way to do that is to have a good image. Aside from having a good looking site with good content, the way people view you matters as well.

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5 Guidelines To Get Your Articles Read

Posted on January 22, 2013 by Apple Daniels in Blogging, Business Tips, Mom Bloggers Comments

Writing an article is something most people aren’t excited about. For many, writing an article isn’t worth the effort, especially if no one reads it in the end. In fact, that’s the very reason why most people who write articles get so dismayed. And although reading an article can seem just as boring as writing one, articles were made to be read… and it will be, as long as it is well-written.

You don’t have to be a professional writer to be able to write well-written, entertaining articles. In order to get your articles read, most of the time, all you need is a system and some tips or guidelines to follow. Don’t worry, once you get used to writing articles, you’ll be able to enjoy it and maybe even use it to earn money.

Having enough knowledge about the topic you are going to write means that you’ll have a better chance to get your articles read. Aside from that, when you’re familiar with your topic, you won’t have a hard time writing your article, so that’s one less thing to worry about.

Here are a few more guidelines for you to follow to be able to get your articles read.

Short Paragraphs – Just imagine reading a block of text. Now imagine your article being exactly that, a block of text. It’s not a pretty picture, isn’t it? To keep your readers from running away at the sight of your article, make sure to avoid long paragraphs and turn them into shorter, less scary, less boring, less nauseating paragraphs instead.
Number and Bullets – Like short paragraphs, putting breaks such as numbers or bullets will make your article easier to read. The little breaks in your article will ensure that you are able to get your articles read and, even, enjoyed by your readers.
Sub-headings – Aside from numbers and bullets, sub-headings are also another way to break your article to make it more readable. The flow of your article will be smoother and less complicated with breaks such as these. Sections will also make your article look cleaner and less dull.
Title – One of the most important factors that will get your articles read is the title. A catchy title will definitely grab anyone’s attention and from there, the readers can work their way through your article without hesitation. As much as possible, use common words or phrases that most people search for to grab even more attention to your article.
Choice of Words – Get your articles read by turning them into a work of art. By this I mean, make your article come to life or more colorful by adding in fun facts or funny stories, personal experiences, life lessons, witty remarks, and more. This way, your readers will be able to enjoy your article.

Figures – Use numbers to support facts if needed, but always watch out for too professional articles. To get your articles read by many, always keep your article free flowing, conversational, entertaining and fun.

I Placed #143 On The Empower Network Leader Board Out Of 70,000 Affiliates: Here's How I Did It and How It Impacts Your Bank Account

Posted on January 15, 2013 by Apple Daniels in Affiliate Marketing, Blogging, Business Tips, Network Marketing Comments

(typo in the pic … nobody’s perfect)

OMG. I can’t believe this!!!

Well actually I CAN, but OMG OMG OMG!!!

This is the first time EVER in all my time marketing online that

I’ve placed this high in a competition!!

I thought it was amazing when I was 300 and something on the

leader board the first contest.

It was even MORE amazing when I was 200 and something for

the second competition, but this….

This just takes the cake!

When I think about my beginning in the MLM industry:

Too shy to talk to anyone but family and friends,

Afraid of rejection

And then venturing online… still being afraid of so many things

Barely making any money to call myself a business owner…

I remember years when i made so little I didn’t even qualify

For a tax return (how crazy is that?)

And to see this is COMPLETELY amazing!!

Being #141 out of 70,000 affiliates inside of Empower Network is something to celebrate.

Here’s why and trust me if you join me in business right now you’ll benefit from it.

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Or if you are already apart of my team, the Digital Wealth Masters, if you roll with me and never quit the amount your bank account WILL increase dramatically!

The contest began November 6, 2012 and from that day until to January 14, 2013 when it ended, I bought in only 13 people at the basic level. That means 13 people bought the basic blogging system for $25.

Out of those new members:

5 Upgraded to the Inner Circle
4 Ugraded to the Costa Rica Mastermind
1 Upgraded to the 15k Formula
6 Purcahsed Tickets to attend our event in Austin, TX this weekend

Why am I telling you this?

I’m saying to to show that it doesn’t take a massive amount of people to place in the Top 200 or even Top 150 on the leaderboard. I’m saying this because with the right leadership and the right amount of committed people you can succeed

Our mantra, core commitment here with Empower Network is focus on getting 2 basic blogging sales per day. And clearly I didn’t do that right?

So just imagine where I, or you would be if we DID sell 2 $25 blogging systems per day…

Our goal during the contest was simple:

2 sales per day
sell an event ticket to Austin which is only 2 days away.

That’s what Dave Wood and Dave Sharpe said for us to do and, that’s what I focused on.

I went to work.

I took action

Everything was going right.

I blasted on to the leaderboard at #12… higher than some of the top earners

The leads were coming in, the sales were flowing and my team was upgrading.

And then it happened.

The day before Thanksgiving I got wind that someone who was dear to me was brutally murdered.

And the Sunday after Thanksgiving my Uncle who had been suffering from an illness passed away.

In one weekend I was faced with a decision.

Let grief consume me or keep pushing.

It was hard.

I didn’t feel like working.

I cried … A LOT

I had two funerals to go to; one on Friday and one the following Monday similar to the deaths that took place.

I can’t lie. I barely blogged. Most days during the month of December i scrolled up and down Facebook. And yet…

The sales keep coming in.

The commission notifications … $25, $100, $500, $1000 …

“Congratulations, you just signed a new member”

How could that be?

The system began to work itself … just like they said it would.

I found a marketing strategy I was good at, and I set certain things in place. My numbers slipped a little, but the system kept working.

And then I made a decision.

I looked at my kids and I realized (as if i didn’t already know), I could continue to grieve over something I couldn’t control and watch my hard work slip away

I could get it together and push through this, because I had 3 little ones depending on me.

It was tough, but I started with one day. And then the next. And slowly,I got back into my groove.

I continued to plug away.

I started calculating and developing strategies to keep me in position.

And although I didn’t get points everyday, I did make it.

The goals was to get a red lanyard which meant I needed to place in the top 200.

So what’s the big deal about a red lanyard?

Basically with a red lanyard you get invited to a private meeting with Dave Wood, Dave Sharpe and the top 6 and 7 figure earners during the Austin event.

THIS IS A HUGE FREAKIN DEAL!!!!

This basically puts me in the circle of those that are getting massive results.

I get to learn from them, build relationships with them, network with them, and really get to know them on a deeper level.

I’ve heard it said before that if you take the income of your 5 closest friends and divide it up the average will be close to what you make as well.

And since my income needs to go up, this new network of friends and business partners fits right into my life’s purpose.

It’s all starting simply by placing in the Top 200 and getting a Red Lanyard.

Someone once told me, if you want to get recognized in this industry – win a contest

And in so many ways …. I just did.

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Now let me be clear.

NONE of this would have been possible had it not been for important 3 things.

1. God allowing this to be possible – getting serious about my prayer life. I made a commitment to God and although I’m not perfect, He honored my efforts and blessed me in spite of my faults.

2. My team believing in me enough to join the Digital Wealth Masters , trusting my leadership, and believing in THEMSELVES enough to commit to upgrading and showing up at the events.

3. And me focusing in on what needed to be done. No shiny ball syndrome. No getting distracted. Just 100% commitment.

And that’s the real deal.

If I told you how simple my strategy was you probably wouldn’t believe me.

Seriously. It’s the most ridiculous thing EVER!!

…..but IT WORKED.

Almost everyday, Monday – Friday I would:

1. Hop on Facebook

2. Post some Off the wall stuff

3. Chat with a few people

4. Broadcast my results

5. Email my List the swipes I got from other Empower Network leaders

6. Occasionally write an original blog (remember I was grieving)

That was it.

Some days I fell off. December was a complete wrap.

But the point is I did work and focused on my intention of being in the Top 200.

I had a goal to reach #30, actually I saw it in a dream … and I know it will happen. My intention is set.

I’m proud of my team members who have committed to coming to Austin: Valentino Crawford, Sandra Howard, Michelle Cornish and her husband, Tony Smith, and Valerie Mason.

An honorary mention goes to Eraina Tinnin who bought a ticket, but due unresolvable circumstances cannot be there 9she was in San Diego and WILL be at the next one)

They get recognized because they showed commitment in purchasing their tickets.

And I can’t forget about my team members who maybe can’t make this one, but are ALREADY making plans for the next event!

So HOW does this impact you? How can THIS make you more money?

Here’s the deal.

There’s a thing called the law of momentum AND the law of association.

What I have shown you above is momentum

Since our last event in San Diego (September 2012) through now, my total income earned and monthly residuals has MORE than doubled.

That’s not just because of my sponsor and her incredible leadership, but also because I’m getting more sales through recognition and making myself more visible.

What does that mean?

That means if you follow what I teach, and never quit, you will start getting results

I’m all about promoting members on my team!

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I WANT IT TOO!!!

Heck on a training in the 15K Formula (another product from Empower Network), Tracey Walker, my sponsor name dropped me through the entire thing for the work and leadership I provided in helping her to build her team!

I didn’t ask her to do that. And in the beginning I never sought recognition. She saw the vision the Daves had. I saw the vision she had and i gave of myself, my knowledge and skills wherever she needed me. I just wanted to help … to be apart of something great.

And now everyone that buys the 15k Formula and listens to her training she did will KNOW WHO ME and as a result KNOW MY TEAM!

Period. The end.

And all this because I got serious, put my head down, went to work, and got results.

Leaders here in EN WANT to promote those that are getting results. That’s the type of culture that we have.

So my question to you is are you going to keep wondering if this thing is for you?

Are you going to trust me enough to lead you the right way and get started with me now?

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Now if you are already on my team, then just continue to follow the 8 Core Commitments and NEVER GIVE UP.

Follow the instructions I send in our private group and eventually you will get the results you came here for.

I’m living proof.

And I’ve barely scratched the surface.

If you’ve made the decision to join me in Empower just:

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And if you are already a Digital Wealth Master let’s bundle down, get focused, and go to work doing the things we teach on the Ning, in my emails, and in the products from Empower Network.