By Michael Moume

The invention of a product that is however superior as compared to those that are available will remain unknown unless being properly marketed. It is therefore very crucial for a company to identify its target clients and keep them updated on any new products. This is to ensure a constant inflow of sales income and encourages forward planning. Certainly, a company will only be interested to market its products to clients that are interested as this will enables cost saving.

The question is that, how is it possible for a company to establish its mailing list of prospects?

Normally this is done by offering free downloads of limited periods in the internet. May it be a free software or a simple wallpaper offered, this will helps to attract targeted prospects to try out your new products. By offering free stuffs, prospects might be more willing to give away their emails which will then be stored as a mailing list for future use. However, you shouldn’t place a huge burden on prospects by requiring lots of information. Do note that prospects do not have the patience as the reliability of the free downloads offered is yet to be proven. So, the information asked for is advised to be limited to simple correspondence email address and name.

By offering freebies online, you should also ensure that potential prospects are aware of such offers. It is of no use if the offers are placed on the internet and no one seems to be downloading them. Thus, it is of utmost importance for you to start linking the downloads on each and every page of your website. This will helps those who needs the free downloads to be able to download it easily and without hassle. If possible, opt for the pop-out icon to attract visitors of your website to download it and try it out. This will definitely attract more new prospects.

More should be done to convince visitors to download what is offered for free as the skepticism of readers regarding free stuffs cannot be eliminated. Readers might feel as if there is a catch for stuff that is free. Thus, you should be putting in more effort to clear the doubts of visitors. Perhaps by trying to explain to them the usage of the download and how it might benefits them, visitors might be more convinced to download it.

Apart from that, you can also form a forum in your website that enables visitors to discuss among themselves of certain products. At times, you should also make some time to answer to any enquiries from the visitors or prospects. Communications with prospects will instill greater confidence of your products.

By obtaining a list of emails via the offering of free downloads, you can certainly establish a mailing list of prospects. This will then generate greater savings in cost to market future products. Only targeted prospects are aimed at rather than people who might not be interested at all. This will further ensure proper effort and attention are being channeled into the right prospects.

These are the few steps to ensure that mailing list is obtained via the offering of free downloads.

Michael Moume is a veteran Internet marketer with stint in traffic generation and using Internet to maximize profits. For FREE Tips and traffic guide, go to http://increaserss.com and enjoy the true benefits that comes with more visitors in your business.

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I have to tell you, an internet business is not an easy business… it still takes a good amount of knowledge, skill and understanding of your niche and internet marketing, or a whole bunch of money. After that it requires a lot of hard work, time and effort to what is required to get things moving, or a whole bunch of money. Now if you are like I was, you probably don’t have much money, if any, to spend on getting your website or niche business up and running. I basically was trying to do anything I could for free, which is why I want to offer you as much information as i can about how you can do this without being scammed or hyped out of your precious dollars.

So here’s the deal!!

The best advice I’ve ever received that saved me more money than any other thing…

I mean literally hundreds to thousands of dollars…

This is very important so please pay attention…

FOCUS

That’s it! That right there helped me more than almost anything else I have ever learned. And not just with my internet business, but also with my personal offline business (which is now beginning to skyrocket as we speak… If you are wondering what it is, I host Adventure Retreats in the US, Hawaii, Italy, and New Zealand, with expansions to Australia and French Polynesia in 2012). Focus has also helped me in my personal life.

Let me explain!

Most of the problems I had when I started my adventure business (and my internet business) I had so many ideas and so many things I wanted to do and try and every day I read more things about more things that did more things that I was caught up in wasting my time on following rabbits down several different paths each day. Every time I heard of something new, I followed it. I wanted in the the newest, hottest secret of all time… unfortunately after I bought the product and read it from cover to cover or watched every video, I would find something new to learn from or buy, the next hot tip of the year… Now I wouldn’t say that it was necessarily money down the drain, because I learned A TON! I simply didn’t have the time to implement everything and was spending money I didn’t have. Even in my retreat business I wanted to host retreats all over the place. Some places i had been, some i hadn’t, some sounded awesome and others where just a passing thought.. My mind would race at night with all the ideas I had and all the things I had to do and all the places I wanted to go.  Then I got the advice that turned EVERYTHING around… It didn’t make me an overnight millionaire, nor did it make me famous, but it did give me more personal time in the day, less money leaving my bank account, and the building blocks to get my business where it is today.  Yes, I travel the world with small groups of people and make money! It’s AWESOME!

So what exactly did I mean by FOCUS? And how can you do it too?

Well, the great part is it’s actually pretty easy and once you train yourself to focus instead of following some random evil bunnies who have semi good intentions, you will not even know you are doing it.

Here’s what I suggest you do (this is just what I did.. you do it how ever you want):

It’s easier for me to do this as an example, so let’s pretend you already have your internet business and website and are getting some traffic and trying some things and buying a lot of stuff to help you. This is only example for focusing… you can still do things however you see fit.

Basically you spend day in and day out doing and trying all the new things you read about, buying all the new products to automate everything, or have “Everything Up In Minutes”… You are doing ALL kinds of work all day every day and there doesn’t seem to be much happening on the income side.  This is where focus comes in. Pick one or two methods… like writing articles and adding content to your site daily. (by the way that method right there can get you committed and consistent traffic in just a couple months that just keeps going up and up and up… i know because i do that exact thing)

Now here’s where the FOCUS really comes in to save you money and time. every time you read something about a new product or service that doesn’t have anything to do with writing an article or posting new content.. you don’t need to take time on at this point. Save yourself the time of reading things that aren’t going to help you with exactly what you are doing and save yourself the money by not purchasing products that aren’t going to get you any better at what you are doing.. some things just take time and effort when you start. Easy isn’t always better.

Once this becomes second hand and you get to the point where it’s so easy you can write articles and add content daily in your sleep, you can try a new method and focus on that until it’s easy breezy.

Pick something and stick with it and only it until you know it works or doesn’t work and you can see the results and make a decision.

Where else could the word FOCUS help you?

In my opinion… pretty much everywhere! I use it when I sit down to work. What exactly do I need to get done and what will it take to do it? If something else comes up while I’m working, it can wait until I am finished. If I get a new idea or something I want to try, i’ll jot it down quickly and go back to what I need to finish that day. I have to say, instead of spending hours upon hours in my office working, I now only spend a couple hours (unless I have something huge I need to get done).  After I finish I can check my emails a million times or play a quick game to relax or whatever it is that would usually distract me.

Focus on what you want to do and don’t do things that just come up randomly and aren’t necessary. (Prioritizing is a great thing as well.. more on that next time.)

Anyway, I hope this has helped you, I know it may not be very clear what exactly I was trying to say.. but please don’t hesitate to ask if you have a question.

So get out there folks and FOCUS!!

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Are you in compliance with internet laws?

There’s something to say for having your own online business… you generally get to work from home, make your own hours, be your own boss and much much more. BUT… and this is a big BUT, you are also required to follow specific laws and regulations that pertain to having an online business or even just having a website (even if you don’t sell anything).

The scary thing is, over 90% of all websites are NOT in compliance with the internet laws and regulations governed by the FTC. Are you one of these sites?

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I recently joined Ezine Advertising Live because I am a member of The Directory of Ezines (DOE) and have been for 2 years. I know that might sound a little funny for me to be telling you this, but one of the MANY perks of being a member of DOE is that you get to join one of Charlie’s other websites for FREE! Also, his membership sites are a one-time charge/lifetime membership. Anyway, back to what I meant to say.  Ezine Advertising Live is turning out to be AMAZING. I know I got it for “free” (because of another membership), but it normally costs $199 and that is way under the value of the site.

Oops I keep getting sidetracked because I’m so excited about this information. Ezine advertising has been a lucrative step in my business since I am still in the building process for a few of my sites and don’t have my own fully grown email lists. I fully recommend that you at least look into ezines either at DOE or Ezine Advertising Live because they are a great marketing tool to use. And the information is second to none. I have never found a membership site that has so much value in one place. (and i’ve been in quite a few membership programs… sadly i wish i had that money back).

There are 8 killer modules that I have been learning from and they are all about the best ways to monetize your ezine ads. I love using ezine ads, but seriously needed help taking the next step. I kid you not, this did it for me.

There are also several Free Resources AND Bonuses. Not just bonuses that are thrown in to look like a value add, but they are actually GREAT bonuses. One of them is getting a solo ad written for you FOR FREE, just for being a member.

Two For One

So I guess when i get right down to it… There are two memberships I HIGHLY recommend.  The Directory of Ezines and Ezine Advertising Live. Here’s a trick… If you purchase Directory of Ezines you can get Ezine Advertising Live for free because you are a member of DOE.

Directory of Ezines

…is a directory of ezines that are published in ANY niche you can dream of AND has a list of the following for the ezine, ad prices, etc. In addition, there are tutorials, free PLR PDF’s, advertising opportunity within DOE and EAL, and so much more I can’t even write it all down (and you only pay once $199).

Ezine Advertising Live

…is an 8 module training course that teaches the details (much more advanced) of using ezines for advertising. (don’t forget this one can be free is you purchase DOE)

If you are only interested in Ezine Advertising Live you will not have access to DOE.

I sincerely hope you find these sites valuable. They have literally changed my business and my life and for only $199 total. I wish you could talk to me in person because I so strongly believe this could be the best thing you could do for increasing visitors, opt-ins, sales, etc.

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Starting in June I will be creating a video series that outlines how to start your online business quickly and easily. For the lowest possible cost.

The topics will be in order and include:

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• Drive Targeted traffic  – will include many videos

I know for some of you this might sound like a lot, but I will break it down and demonstrate every piece step by step from scratch. In fact i will start a business right along with you. These will be basic level informational videos and you will have a website up and running and start driving traffic to it, but there are many many more things you can and should start doing as you get better. I will have additional resources and information to go above and beyond each step if you choose.

If you are interested in these videos simply sign up using the form to the right. I will send a new video once or twice a week.

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What is Fast Pitch?

Fast Pitch is a social networking site that instead of focusing on being social with friends and family is mainly for business professionals. A great way for professionals to enhance their online presence  to market their business.

The Fast Pitch profile displays:

• What you do
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• What makes your company unique

You can embed video, photos, blogs and podcasts.

You can network with individuals based on:

• Industry
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Fast Pitch also have virtual trade shows where members can also connect.

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1. It’s got to be a BIG idea that you, your team and your customers can “get” in seconds.
2. Strive to create 10x — 100x in value for any price you charge. Your rewards are always proportionate to the value you provide.
3. You must charge a premium price so you have a large margin to provide an extraordinary value & experience.
4. Provide a ‘Reason Why’ customers should do business with you and pay you a premium.
5. Get paid before you deliver your product or service. And when possible figure out how to create recurring revenue from transactions.
6. You get to make the rules for your business. Don’t let industry norms dictate how you’ll work or who you’ll work with.
7. Create your business around your life instead of settling for your life around your business.
8. Consistently and constantly force yourself to focus on the ‘critically few’ proactive activities that produce exponential results. Don’t get caught up in minutia & bullshit.
9. Seek to minimize start-up risk but have maximum upside potential.
10. Get your idea out there as fast as possible even if it’s not quite ready by setting must-hit deadlines. Let the market tell you if you have a winner or not. If not — move on and fail forward fast! If it’s got potential — then you can make it better.
11. Find partners and team members who are strong where you are weak and appreciate being paid on results.
12. Your reputation always counts. Honor your obligations and agreements.
13. Never, ever get paid based on hours worked.
14. Leverage your marketing activities exponentially by using direct response methods and testing.
15. Measure and track your marketing so you know what’s working and what’s not.
16. Bootstrap. Having too much capital leads to incredible waste and doing things using conventional means.
17. Your partners and employees actions are their true core — not what they tell you.
18. Keep asking the right questions to come up with innovative solutions. “How?”, “What?”, “Where?”, “Who Else?” & “Why?” open up possibilities.
19. You’ll never have a perfect business and you’ll never be totally “done”. Deal with it.
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21. Make it easier for customers to buy by taking away the risk of the transaction by guaranteeing what you do in a meaningful way.
22. Always have something else to sell (via upsell, cross-sell, follow-up offer, etc) whenever a transaction takes place. The hottest buyer in the world is one who just gave you money.
23. Always go back to your existing customers with exceptional offers and reasons they should give you more money. It’s 5x less expensive to sell to happy customers than go find new ones.
24. However the flip side is – fire your most annoying customers. They’ll be replaced with the right ones.
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Wow, I’m sure up late tonight.

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