CBPayDay Review
My biggest online money maker is clickbank. Often times when people see this check, they immediately ask for a step by step run down of how to make money with clickbank.
My job just got easier with CBPayDay.
CBPayDay was developed by Mike Hill and I am officially endorsing it as the Clickbank Blueprint.
Visit Clickbank Blog to read a full CBPayDay Review.
How To Get Checks From Clickbank?
This is not a "make money online" blog and I'm far from being an internet marketing guru. Do I make money online? Yes. Can I guarantee that you will? No. Yet, the number one question that hits my email is, how do I get checks like this?
... and what items do you promote? I can't tell you what items I promote because that would make you my competitor 
but I can tell you how to get big checks from clickbank.
1. Check out a list of market place items here
2. Pick one product
3. Market, Market, Market
4. Don't quit
5. Get big checks
Not enough info? I know. I would rather talk about pumpkin carving...
Most of the techniques that I have picked up came from Project Wealthy. They do a better job than I would on how to get paid online. Check out the video here.
Let me know when you get your first check.
Business Quotes From American Gangster
Here are three quotes from the movie American Gangster that can be applied to any business model.
"The loudest man in the room is also the weakest man in the room. "
"...quitting while you're ahead, is not the same as quitting"
&
"You can be successful and have enemies, or be un-successful and have friends"
One Big Clickbank Check
$2,933.84 is now my new record for the most money made from one affiliate (in two weeks). It doesn't beat out my biggest check ever but I'm very pleased with how clickbank has been converting.
Clickbank pays bi-monthy and I usually average $3000 per month. I have made a few changes in the past few weeks that have doubled my earnings. Namely, more strategic advertising. I read dozens of blogs that talk about making money online but very few talk about spending more money online.
I want to reflect briefly on what I spent in the past two weeks to get $2,933.84. These are not new to all of you big timers out there but anyone that is just starting out can add these two to your budget.
- Text Link Ads - $175 - utilized only on blogs in my niche to drive conversions and not to build seo. Their $100 promo is still active. You can use this to push any clickbank product. The hardest part is going through all of the sites that use TLA. They have many active participants to choose from.
- Google Adwords - $300 - It has taken me months to master adwords and I'm not sad to say it. It's soooo easy to burn through a budget that you have to know what you're doing.
Those are the only two methods that I used. Next month, I am thinking about jumping into Adcenter but I'm really trying to pace myself.
For a more in depth look at how you can profit from clickbank, check out Jeremy Palmer's Quit Your Dayjob Blog or read my How To Become an Affiliate Post.
Read more about clickbank here.
Get Paid For Life With DealDotCom
Don't you hate jumping on the bandwagon too late?!
DealDotCom just sent me an invite and I have to pass this opportunity on to all of my readers. If you have been searching for the right affiliate program to start with, DealDotCom makes it very easy for the beginner.
I am already liking DealDotCom for two reasons. It's a two-tiered program (you get paid for sign ups and products) and you get paid for life. They also have an easy format to follow. You don't have to worry about devoting hours of research and maintenance into campaigns.
They are launching on September 18th, so now’s the time to start building up your affiliate structure.
Log into your account, grab your affiliate link, and start promoting.
If you have any questions or need assistance, just let me know.
Can The Million Dollar Wiki Make You Money?
Yes it can!
I'm always willing to try something new and different; and after hearing about the million dollar wiki three weeks ago, I decided to lay down $100 bucks to get suckered in.
Why $100? Well the stack gets you a dedicated homepage for the next 15 years. Won't blogger be around for the next 15 years? Of course but the MDW is getting a lot of buzz right now so I decided to take if for a test drive.
I used my money maker page and replicated it onto the wiki site. Without doing tooooo much marketing, I was able to take in $57. I was able to track this by using affiliate sub id's just for that page.
My goal is to make at least $200 over the next 15 years and at this pace, I am on track. The MDW is getting a lot of detractors because of the $100 cost and the lack of links. I say, in time it will work itself out.
Here's to trial and error. Check out My Million Dollar Wiki Tips.
The Best Investment Decision This Year = Not Frustrating
I just got an email from my pal Jim regarding all the new Apple news. A while back I wrote about investing your online income using Sharebuilder.
I started my account with a small investment of $500 to test the waters. I did my research and started watching more CNBC (thanks Joe).
I eventually went with Apple stock and boy was it a solid move. I dumped a boat load of $$ back in and it has paid off. I won't publicly report the figures but the Iphone isn't the only thing on Apple's radar.
Check out more Apple IPod news here.
Thanks Jim!
Finding the Next Big Thing = Frustrating
Just when I thought that I was starting to get good at being an affiliate, this past weekend put things back into perspective.
Using my own tips to rediscover my niche, I set out to conquer the "next big thing".
Should I develop a new product, start a new blog, join another affiliate program...? Easier said than done. Finding the next big thing online is like finding a new girlfriend. How long should you court and invest before you say "this isn't going to work out"? How much pretending will you have to do with your new hot idea before you realize that it really isn't that hot?
This weekend I purchased two new domain names, added four new blogs to google reader and started three new affiliate campaigns.
Sad to say that I don't feel too excited.
What do you guys do when you feel like you're losing your internet mojo?
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Quick Tip: If you are a My Berry Tree Account Holder Vista Print has a Free 250 Business Card Offer for all of us.
If you're not a Member of My Berry Tree, don't worry the program doesn't officially launch until September of 2007.
What is it?
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You can push the Berry Tree program online but 250 Free Business Cards is a great way to push it in person.
How To Become An Affiliate
I became an affiliate by accident. I got my start in the technology world as a graphic designer and then transitioned into teaching and training. I built up a nice reputation and even created a side business as the "computer guy". From typing resumes to setting up wireless networks for small businesses, there was nothing that I wouldn't do for a quick buck. As my name got around I would often get phone calls from friends, family and friends of friends of family regarding my recommendations. This didn't bother me at all. A matter of fact I like the fact that I was respected in my field and someone trusted my opinions enough to pass on my name and purchase products based on my recommendations. My father told me a long time ago to become an expert at one thing. Be able to adapt to many things but the one thing that you are an expert in will yield your riches.
The same applies to the internet. Some of your favorite websites out there are owned by "experts". In my younger days, I had an affiliate network and didn't even realize it. If you would like to take your expertise to the next level here are a few steps to follow.
- Find Your Niche - What are you an expert in? Being an expert has nothing to do with education. It has more to do with passion and experience. What are you passionate about? What ever the answer is, there lies your niche. Before you go to the next step Ask yourself, is my passion fun? What ever you pick can not seem overbearing or chore like. What ever your answer is, you should build a website around it.
- Get a Domain Name - You should have your own domain name. This gives your site better credibility. You can use free hosting services such as blogger and have your newly created domain name forward to it. You can get a domain for as low as $9.99 per year.
- Set up Shop - My favorite website builder that I recommend to newbies is Devhub. Devhub provides the easiest, quickest and most cost effective way to test affiliate marketing. If you can use Facebook, the you can use Devhub. Here are a few niche sites that I have elected to build out on Devhub - AtlantasBestWings, PhoneTripods & CareerConsultations (FYI, you can set one up without a domain name if you would just like to test them out)
- Target Your Market - Find out who you are selling to and market to them. Do not waste your resources baiting for fish in the wrong pond.
- Market Your Site - It comes down to two things; to pay with time or to pay with money.... but you will have to pay. If you decide to pay for traffic with money I recommend Facebook Ads or Adwords. I will not go into a full review of which one is better but please do your research. If you decide to pay with time then the answer is social networking. Forums, twitter, facebook and myspace are just a few social networking sites that you use to spread your product or service around for free.
- Keep It Fresh - It's simple. Keep your your content updated.
- Create an Opt-in E-mail List or Newsletter - An opt-in e-mail list is one of the most powerful Internet marketing tools around. Using a list to contact site visitors, who have opted to receive it, gives you a chance to offer products or services, and entice visitors to return to make a purchase or perform an action that will generate revenue.You can use this opportunity to promote the benefits of a product or service. Please note - spamming (sending unsolicited commercial e-mail to people that have not opt-ed-in to your e-mail list) is forbidden. Visit www.aweber.com for more information on e-mail marketing.
You can do it, just apply yourself. What are you waiting for?
Young Capitalist
When I got home today I was surprised to see that I was blocked out of my driveway. There were a few kids from the neighborhood with a table and a sign that said Rockzone. I've supported lemonade stands and purchased ton loads of girl scout cookies but I've never purchased a rock. At .25 cents per rock, the profit that they made was more than satisfactory being that... well... there was no overhead.
Crazy? Not really. Today the kids made $3.25. Without taking a Bus Org Mgt 101 class they already have all of the basic concepts down. Now, you really don't have any excuse not to start your online venture. Even a bunch of 8 year olds can do it.
I sure wish I had a rockzone affiliate link.
[tags]capitalism[/tags]
Rediscovering Your Niche
In the past two weeks, the question of niches has popped up several times. I have a friend that has read the secret and she is determined to make $20,000 in the next several weeks. She has asked for my opinion and guidance and after listening, I gave her the answer that I would give to anyone. Whatever you love doing the most is where your fortune will lie. Even if you struggle, you will eventually turn the tables because of your love of that industry.
My father has always said that America is the land of the professional. Become a professional. Don't do what someone else is doing, do your own thing. Break it down to specifics. If you like cars and your favorite car is the lexus and you also love basket weaving, then design hand crafted weaved lexus ornaments. Yes it's a bit exaggerated but you get my drift. If you like it and no one else is doing it then someone else might like it too; they just don't know it yet.
My niche is consumer electronics, namely wireless devices, gaming units and cellphones. All of my sites have been based off of things that I love and can relate to. Maybe you have tried and failed a few times. So what. Try again but this time do it for the fun of it, not the money. Start all over and rediscover your niche. The money will come later.
[tags]niche[/tags]
Treasure Troopers still sending checks
Treasure Troopers apparently is still in business and churning out checks as usual. Its a great way to make money online that doesn't require a website or advertising.
I've tried CashCrate in the past and although it wasn't a big payout the business model of both companies is quite simple. Complete an offer and get paid. Tonya got started and now she's $197 richer. Try a treasure trooper offer here.
[tags]treasure troopers[/tags]
Make More Money Investing Your Online Income
Ok, so it's not $1,000,000 but it's a start. On Tuesday I started my Sharebuilder account free trial with $500 and today I'm up to $502.43. I settled down and watched as many MadMoney episodes as possible and finally did it. I went with Sharebuilder after I did my homework. They had the lowest start up cost per dollar of any other firm and their $20 Invester Starter Kit speaks for itself.
Why stocks? Well, I needed something that I could manage online and other than real estate, it's been helping the rich get richer for years. If you make money online, why not invest it? I have committed to investing my azoogle earnings right back into sharebuilder.
If you decide to go with stocks, here are eight tips from Investing Blog that are a sure hit:
- Buy cheap stocks that you can sell later on for a profit.
- The more you are able to stay in tune with the stock market, the more money you will make.
- All stocks will go up and down but you will want to make sure that this pivot is not extreme though.
- You will never be able to figure out what makes the stock market tick so do not waste time your time or money trying to figure this out.
- You cannot depend upon the news to tell you what is going to happen in the stock market because the market is usually several months ahead of the news.
- The trend is what will make you your profit so you need to figure out when to go with a trend and stick it out so that you can make big money.
- Make sure that you cut your losses quickly so that you can be successful.
- Combine the information that you know with the risk of allowing the market to do as it will in order to make yourself a good profit.
How have you been investing your earnings?
[tags]sharebuilders, stocks[/tags]
Automatic Millionaire The Clickbank Way
I'm happy to announce that clickbank now has recurring billing. This could not be better news for publishers and affiliates alike. For publishers, you can now set up subscriptions, upgrades and/or trial services and have customers billed month to month. For affiliates, you will receive commissions monthly from these sales.
If you want to be an automatic millionaire, automating your affiliate income is a great way to start.
[tags]clickbank, automatic millionaire[/tags]
Make Money on Your Site with Father’s Day Specials
Following up with my mother's day money maker post, we couldn't ignore the upcoming father's day potentials. Azoogle has excellent gift ideas for your web visitors and blog readers.
Here is a list of products that they are offering as PPA potentials.
1. The New York Times Electronic Edition
2. Vista Print Business Cards
3. Classic Selections Wines
5. Gamefly Rentals Free Trail
Hit up Azoogle and try one of their creatives.
[tags]fathers day, affiliate, azoogle[/tags]
T Shirt Marketing with a Text Message Twist
In preparation for the summer launch of www.thebestwife.com, I decided to start an in person marketing campaign. Reactee is a t-shirt company that allows you to market via text message. It's very easy to set up and design a shirt.
For analytical purposes, they also give you the ability to monitor text messages coming through and they give you the option to reply to text messages that are received in your inbox.
I don't expect a ton of traffic but the shirt should strike up conversation here and there.
You can order different colors and sizes but you'll have more fun coming up with a cool catch phrase. I will let you guys know when my shirt is delivered. Check out Reactee.
[tags]t shirt, marketing, text, sms[/tags]
Ebay affiliate increase
The blackberry vibrated, I opened it up and saw this gem from ebay.
"Dear Cas Thompson,
This is a reminder that at midnight on June 1st the eBay US Affiliate Program Terms will change. Here is a brief overview of the new Program Terms:
- $25.00-$35.00 per Active Registration
A registration is active when the user places a bid on eBay within 30 days of their initial registration.
- Between 50% and 75% of eBay's revenue on all Winning Bids
The eBay program pays on ALL Winning Bids or Buy It Nows (BINs) within 7 days of an affiliate action.
- New Paid Search Terms and Conditions
Beginning June 1, 2007, the eBay US Affiliate Program will no longer allow paid search traffic from Google.com, Yahoo.com, MSN.com, nor from any of their content networks, such as Google AdSense, Yahoo! Publisher Network, and MSN ContentAds to be linked directly to the eBay.com, eBay Express, or eBay Store domains.
For more detail on the Program Term and Terms & Conditions changes, please see the message dated May 15th, or follow this link http://affiliates.ebay.com/odcs/custom.htm?template=Payout. Publishers do not need to take any steps to move to the new Program Terms containing the updated Terms & Conditions regarding Paid Search Restrictions. If the new Terms & Conditions are not agreeable to you, then you are required to proactively end your affiliate relationship with eBay via the CJ Account Manager interface within 7 days. eBay and Commission Junction are very excited with this change and feel that this will provide an additional avenue of success for publishers.
Sincerely,
The eBay.com Affiliate Team"
What else does this mean? Well if you run auctionads, there should be a little bit more change in your till next month.
[tags]ebay[/tags]
Blog Profits Blueprint
Yaro over at Entrepreneurs Journey has just released the Blog Profits Blueprint. It's a free resource for bloggers that are trying to monetize their website.
The 50+ page book offers tons of insight into monetization, driving traffic to your blog, getting content and the new video blogging craze.
Yaro is giving out this resource as part of his Blog Mastermind Mentoring Program which he will get more into next week.
For now, the Blog Profits Blueprint is a great download even if you're not interested in the Mentoring Program.
It's free, so spread the word.
[tags]blog profits blueprint, yaro[/tags]
Back in Swing with Adsense
Not a bad month for adsense. I fell off track in February and then tried out another ad network in March but May marks a new beginning with Google. Why did I switch you ask... cause making money online is all about trial and error. If something doesn't work, don't quit, just try a different angle.
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