I think it should be easy to start affiliate marketing. No convoluted tutorials and guides. Just something you can read and start with a bit of free time. (more…)
I think it should be easy to start affiliate marketing. No convoluted tutorials and guides. Just something you can read and start with a bit of free time. (more…)
You want to get Facebook followers fast, don’t you? You’re looking for that super-secret hack. A way to get followers and a ton of likes without doing anything, huh? Well… Go somewhere else. This post is about building a true following for your Facebook business page. You’ll find a set of smart ways to launch toward 1000 fans so it’s not just a number… …you’ll get engagement by creating real shares, comments, likes, and sales. Building a True Following on Facebook and IG What do we mean by a true following? I’d define it as so: Loyal Engaged Vocal These...
You’ve got a business idea and you’ve got a name for the brand. You register the domain and business aaaaand…. Oh phooey! Someone already has your name on social media sites. Looks like that Facebook page is no good. Gah! Someone also has it on Twitter, too! Surely Instagram? Nope, not there either. If someone tried searching they’d get mixed messages about you. That could hurt the business. Not good. Checking if your name is available with a social media username search tool is commonly overlooked. Suppose your business got popular but the social was an afterthought – you: Won’t...
How can you create a profitable coupon blog when there are so many competitors? Does the couponing niche have space for another player like yourself? What are existing coupon blogs doing that’s making them so much money? So many questions! We’ve kept our eyes on coupon blogs because they’re a smart way to make money online. People find something they want and search for coupons before checkout. Sites like RetailMeNot, KrazyCouponLady, and CamelCamelCamel, bring in tons of money for sharing cool finds and deals. What are they doing so well? We’ll get into that topic and then some in this...
Why did we choose AffiliatePrograms.com? What were the intentions behind Wirecutter, Forbes, or Reddit? How is it that you easily remember Buzzfeed or Facebook? Domain names are more than a website address – it’s a brands, it’s a strategy, it’s a missions. Coming up with a good domain name is tough. There are some 334-million+ domain registrations already with thousands of TLDs overseen by ICANN. There’s a high chance someone has the domain name you want. What can you do if a domain is taken? How can you create something unique? Read on. Domain Names 101: Answers to Your Questions...
Are you considering GoDaddy as your domain name registrar? Murray, our Lead Editor, shares his review of GoDaddy. Is it the right for you? Read on. I’ve used GoDaddy for a dozen domain names throughout the years. Each time I haven’t had an issue except one time renewing an expired domain (partially my fault for neglecting it). Unlike some, I’ve yet to have a truly hard time with their service. I don’t remember why I chose GoDaddy, maybe it was the Super Bowl commercials. Either way, I’ve spent hundreds with them mainly for their domain name registration. I use other services,...
A swipe file is literally a file containing inspiring content. Think of them like a designer's mood board. Or, an inspiration board. Copywriters use them all the time. You can use them, too! We're going to take you through the process of creating swipe files for business. This will include some items you'll want to collect. And, an easy way to put it all together so you're not overwhelmed by tons of disorganized files. What is a Swipe File? Do I Need One? The swipe file represents their notes and data collected on competitors. But, also includes things they found...
How awesome would it be to start a car blog? (more…)
You’re going nowhere without an affiliate marketing strategy. This is the same idea behind creating a business plan. It provides an outline, a way to track efforts, and keeps you aligned with goals. The affiliate strategy defines all aspects of your work from its content to promotions. Consider this the affiliate strategy guide as your checklist. What is Affiliate Marketing? Affiliate marketing is promoting other people’s products in exchange for a commission. It’s no different from referral programs, or word-of-mouth marketing, with the exception that you’re getting paid. Being an affiliate marketer is thrilling because you’re unbound – you can:...
