How to Build Local Niche Sites: Low Competition, High Earnings Potential



I've been on a kick for local niche sites lately. I recently did a search in my area for dog parks. Our puppy is now at that age (and level of obedience) that I feel comfortable taking her out and letting her loose around other dogs. The results I found were typical: Local news websites covering different parks Dog-focused websites that listed parks in the area Review sites with dog park listings But one that caught my eye (because, like you, I’m into this niche/affiliate/business thing) was one which happened to be a niche site-specific (hyper-local) to my area about...

Finding Golden Affiliate Opportunities in Old Posts



It strikes me as odd that bloggers, site owners, and marketers all seem to have a mindset that content marketing is about fresh content. Without a doubt – adding fresh content to the site can pick up those search listings (especially if it’s playing into a trend or shift in the industry) but think about this for a second … … what about all those old posts? Surely you put a lot of effort into the creation of those. You poured your time and knowledge into crafting great works. … so then why do so many people neglect these old...

The Value of Notification Bars, like Hellobar, and Some Alternatives



Hellobar is a plugin/script you’ve more than likely seen. It’s that branded bar that runs across the top of a website that generally displays important information such as a link to a newsletter, latest blog post, promotion, or whatever the site owner has it set to. This bar is very unobtrusive compared to something like a pop over or pop under. It’s up at the top drawing eyeballs without “getting in the way” of a visitor finding your content. Hellobar is awesome, no doubt, but it’s not the only viable option for this type of tool. Personally, I think Hellobar...

E-Cig Marketing Strategies: An Affiliate Guide to the Vaping Market



Got a vape shop and want to do some e-cig marketing? Or, starting a campaign to jump into the market?  Electronic cigarettes (e-cigs) have really taken off in popularity. They provide a safer, inexpensive, and flexible option for smokers. Personally, I was smoking a pack a day until my friend introduced me to an e-cig and it was that very day I knew I could make the switch. All the benefits made it an extremely easy choice – and I’ve seen this with hundreds of others when I’m out and about. In flea markets and all-around business parks, I’ll see...

Make Money as a Digital Landlord with Events & Guides



In the big cities is very easy to keep up-to-date with the local events. There are countless magazines, news sources, flyers, meetups, FB invites, flash organizations, and the like, to keep you in the know about what’s going on. But when you start to get away from the cities you don’t see a whole lot of coverage of smaller events and it’s this void of coverage where you can step in, become a digital landlord, and make some good money - you get to carve out a niche in your hometown. Here’s how you can build up local events &...

Business Security: Best Practices & Resources to Protect Your Business



Business security isn’t usually something you have in mind when you’re launching your project. You're itching to get started and jump right into the “meat” of the biz. But, security does need to be on your list if you see yourself operating for some time. A flaw in your security could lead to a ton of troubles which will set you back. If the security of your list (like their credit cards) is compromised then you can see yourself looking at a PR disaster. Likewise, you should be ready in the event of a natural disaster not just for the...

Cyber Monday Niche Blueprint: Earn on the Biggest Online Shopping Day



Last year, according to Huffington Post, over $1.5 billion was spent during Cyber Monday. Now, that’s not nearly as much as you’d find during Black Friday. This continues to grow as more and more people become aware of the deals that happen the Monday after. One of the biggest benefits of creating an affiliate niche website around Cyber Monday, as compared to the others, is that you can continue to operate this website during the off-months because it can transition to regular sales if you angle it correctly. Creating great lists/round-ups, building an email list, and gaining social followers will...

The Black Friday Niche Blueprint



Black Friday, one of America’s largest shopping days, happens on November 29th. Last year, an estimated $59 billion was spent which can tell you that this is a prime opportunity to earn some big affiliate wins. Creating a niche affiliate site centered around Black Friday is a little difficult considering the steep competition but thanks to niching you can find great opportunities and success if you position yourself as the expert and put in the time to get it ranked. You still have plenty of time to get things started but the sooner, the better. The following will provide you...