Thursday, December 10, 2009
Monday, March 2, 2009
Personal Branding: It's All About You!
Network Marketing is all about you. It is about branding yourself.
It is not about your product, service, or opportunity. Your company pay plan means nothing. Even the famous and rich founder of the company or their track record can be totally forgotten. Keep reading and you will learn why.
The Network Marketing arena is actually a small world. You will find a lot of the same people joining a lot of the same programs or companies. If you have been in this industry long enough you are probably used to seeing the same people again and again, as you and them are exploring the new life that enters our industry at a rapid pace. It is normal for most people and even expected to be in many more than one business. In fact, it is not uncommon to be, or have been, part of a dozen or even more over time.
How can this benefit you as a network marketer? It is not only you who sees other marketers time and again, they also see you time and again. But in order for you to make an impact on them and draw them to you, you need to make a positive impression that will be a memory attached to your name. To be the person that this person decides to join the next business under you need to attract them to you, and they need to like you. This means you need to create personal branding for yourself. You need to create an opportunity for them to actually WANT to be a part of your business, buy your product, or whatever else your final goal is.
No e-mail list is exclusive. The fact is, each and every person is on many other marketers contact lists and so they receive e-mails from all kinds of people. If you have an e-mail list (which you should, or else you should start building one) you need to remember that it is not exclusive to you. These people are receiving messages from other people. When the next business launches or the next product is launched, they could potentially receive an invitation from many other marketers, not just you! What are you offering them that will make them want to work with you instead of all the other people they could work with? Now you can see the value of personal branding. Once you have built a personal brand so people trust and like you, they will be much more inclined to go with you instead of all those other people... and that is when you start making the real money.
As I said in the introduction, people are not interested only in the product, service, or opportunity. The pay plan alone will not make them join you. YOU will make them join you. That means that the impression you give them will help them decide if they want to work with you or not.
So how do you create personal branding? I will cover this briefly because there are really many possibilities, but there are some major tips I can give you:
1) Always strive to offer more support to your downline, more helpful tips and content for your e-mail list, and more quality relationships than anyone else. This in turn will provide you with
a loyal membership that will want to always stand by your side, no matter what. I know many people who have huge lists compared to me, yet when I send an offer to my list they are highly responsive because of this.
2) Use websites to brand yourself. Offer people who don't know you the ability to read and learn more about you online, without even interacting personally with you. It is surprising how connected someone can feel to you just by reading your printed words on your website, listening to your audio, or viewing your video. No matter who you are, you need a website. The network marketing industry is relying more and more on personal connections, and if you aren't following the wave you could be left behind while the ones who started branding themselves now pick up the pieces you left behind.
I have had people read my blog, my bio I posted on my website or articles I have written and later during our first actual conversation they tell me that they feel like they already know me!
If people feel like they know you before you even talk to them you are on the right track. On your website create a personal bio and tell your story. Explain how you got into network marketing, why you wanted to get into it, and what your goals are. Let them see the whole picture and invite them to become a part of it.
3) On every promotion you have, include your name, and preferably a photo picture, with a personal touch. If you promote splash or lead capture pages online try to create your own so you can add a personal touch and a photo. Think of the individual that you would be talking to, and write like you were actually speaking to them.
This way your words will mean something to them and draw them in.
4) Write a regular newsletter to your contact list. I dedicate myself to writing at least one quality article per week. If I would write more maybe they would not be as top quality and I want to
offer the best I can to my subscribers. If your contacts are seeing value in being on your list they will not want to unsubscribe because they know they will become more knowledgeable and in turn improve their online business. If you help them improve their business they will be more likely to return the favor and work with you. Always seek out to learn and increase your knowledge and you will always have more to write about. If you have a blog you can easily post your newsletters to it and increase traffic and exposure.
There is much more you can do but that should help you get started.
Remember to focus on creating quality relationships with others. As a rule, ask more about them and their experiences than you do talking about your own. If you stop trying to think of a way to get them into your business and instead focus on helping others and connecting with them then you will start to experience more joy and accomplishment in your business. The students I have had and the people I have seen most successful on network marketing are those that you can recognize by their name alone. Next time when someone sees you in another business, especially in social networks, give them a reason to say... "I remember you because..."
Dive in and get noticed!
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Let's do Marketing with THE Marketing Strategies.
It is not about your product, service, or opportunity. Your company pay plan means nothing. Even the famous and rich founder of the company or their track record can be totally forgotten. Keep reading and you will learn why.
The Network Marketing arena is actually a small world. You will find a lot of the same people joining a lot of the same programs or companies. If you have been in this industry long enough you are probably used to seeing the same people again and again, as you and them are exploring the new life that enters our industry at a rapid pace. It is normal for most people and even expected to be in many more than one business. In fact, it is not uncommon to be, or have been, part of a dozen or even more over time.
How can this benefit you as a network marketer? It is not only you who sees other marketers time and again, they also see you time and again. But in order for you to make an impact on them and draw them to you, you need to make a positive impression that will be a memory attached to your name. To be the person that this person decides to join the next business under you need to attract them to you, and they need to like you. This means you need to create personal branding for yourself. You need to create an opportunity for them to actually WANT to be a part of your business, buy your product, or whatever else your final goal is.
No e-mail list is exclusive. The fact is, each and every person is on many other marketers contact lists and so they receive e-mails from all kinds of people. If you have an e-mail list (which you should, or else you should start building one) you need to remember that it is not exclusive to you. These people are receiving messages from other people. When the next business launches or the next product is launched, they could potentially receive an invitation from many other marketers, not just you! What are you offering them that will make them want to work with you instead of all the other people they could work with? Now you can see the value of personal branding. Once you have built a personal brand so people trust and like you, they will be much more inclined to go with you instead of all those other people... and that is when you start making the real money.
As I said in the introduction, people are not interested only in the product, service, or opportunity. The pay plan alone will not make them join you. YOU will make them join you. That means that the impression you give them will help them decide if they want to work with you or not.
So how do you create personal branding? I will cover this briefly because there are really many possibilities, but there are some major tips I can give you:
1) Always strive to offer more support to your downline, more helpful tips and content for your e-mail list, and more quality relationships than anyone else. This in turn will provide you with
a loyal membership that will want to always stand by your side, no matter what. I know many people who have huge lists compared to me, yet when I send an offer to my list they are highly responsive because of this.
2) Use websites to brand yourself. Offer people who don't know you the ability to read and learn more about you online, without even interacting personally with you. It is surprising how connected someone can feel to you just by reading your printed words on your website, listening to your audio, or viewing your video. No matter who you are, you need a website. The network marketing industry is relying more and more on personal connections, and if you aren't following the wave you could be left behind while the ones who started branding themselves now pick up the pieces you left behind.
I have had people read my blog, my bio I posted on my website or articles I have written and later during our first actual conversation they tell me that they feel like they already know me!
If people feel like they know you before you even talk to them you are on the right track. On your website create a personal bio and tell your story. Explain how you got into network marketing, why you wanted to get into it, and what your goals are. Let them see the whole picture and invite them to become a part of it.
3) On every promotion you have, include your name, and preferably a photo picture, with a personal touch. If you promote splash or lead capture pages online try to create your own so you can add a personal touch and a photo. Think of the individual that you would be talking to, and write like you were actually speaking to them.
This way your words will mean something to them and draw them in.
4) Write a regular newsletter to your contact list. I dedicate myself to writing at least one quality article per week. If I would write more maybe they would not be as top quality and I want to
offer the best I can to my subscribers. If your contacts are seeing value in being on your list they will not want to unsubscribe because they know they will become more knowledgeable and in turn improve their online business. If you help them improve their business they will be more likely to return the favor and work with you. Always seek out to learn and increase your knowledge and you will always have more to write about. If you have a blog you can easily post your newsletters to it and increase traffic and exposure.
There is much more you can do but that should help you get started.
Remember to focus on creating quality relationships with others. As a rule, ask more about them and their experiences than you do talking about your own. If you stop trying to think of a way to get them into your business and instead focus on helping others and connecting with them then you will start to experience more joy and accomplishment in your business. The students I have had and the people I have seen most successful on network marketing are those that you can recognize by their name alone. Next time when someone sees you in another business, especially in social networks, give them a reason to say... "I remember you because..."
Dive in and get noticed!
--------------------------------------------
Let's do Marketing with THE Marketing Strategies.
Monday, February 16, 2009
Top 10 Reasons To Hate Your Job
I am a strong believer that working for someone else is a waste of time.
At some stage of our life it is necessary, until we get confident enough to start our own business. That's all. I hate working for a boss, and fortunately, I don't do it anymore.
When I was an employee I hated my job. I considered it as a neccessary evil, but it was really a limitation. It was part of the problem and not part of the solution.
I am sure you have reasons to hate your job. These reasons are important to you. Why? They are giving you the motivation for working to become a free entrepreneur.
In this short article I give you the top ten reasons you could hate your job!
At some stage of our life it is necessary, until we get confident enough to start our own business. That's all. I hate working for a boss, and fortunately, I don't do it anymore.
When I was an employee I hated my job. I considered it as a neccessary evil, but it was really a limitation. It was part of the problem and not part of the solution.
I am sure you have reasons to hate your job. These reasons are important to you. Why? They are giving you the motivation for working to become a free entrepreneur.
In this short article I give you the top ten reasons you could hate your job!
1. You have a boss.
2. You earn a limited amount of money.
3. Your only income stream is your salary.
4. You don't have control of your life.
5. You have to follow a fixed work schedule.
6. Your co-workers are fools.
7. You have to travel for hours to and from your work.
8. You boss' problems become your own, and you no longer care about them.
9. You cannot choose what you do each day. You boss tells you what to do.
10. You have to pay so much taxes that doesn't make sense.
I challenge you to come up with more reasons to hate your job. It might just motivate you to do something about it.
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Let's Do Business with THE Marketing Strategies.
2. You earn a limited amount of money.
3. Your only income stream is your salary.
4. You don't have control of your life.
5. You have to follow a fixed work schedule.
6. Your co-workers are fools.
7. You have to travel for hours to and from your work.
8. You boss' problems become your own, and you no longer care about them.
9. You cannot choose what you do each day. You boss tells you what to do.
10. You have to pay so much taxes that doesn't make sense.
I challenge you to come up with more reasons to hate your job. It might just motivate you to do something about it.
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Let's Do Business with THE Marketing Strategies.
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Ways to make money on the internet:
You may not become rich and famous, but you can make a living!
With all the shenanigans going on in the economy and on Wall Street, the average Joe and Jane are feeling a bit nervous after their future job security. Too many industries have laid off large numbers of workers for anyone to feel like they're in the catbird seat at their place of employment. To offset this insecurity, more and more people are looking for ways to make money on the internet. Here are some suggestions which might work for you.
There are basically two categories of ways to make money on the internet. You can create a website or blog and sell products and services. Developing a website or blog can take quite a while and lots of work, before you start to see a return. However, if you're serious about becoming self reliant and have the self discipline to work on your site consistently, you can make it happen. You'll also need to get up to speed on internet marketing. There's a lot to learn about getting good search engine rankings. You may find it expedient to hire a marketer. There are many top-notch marketers who can help. These people will be able to tailor a marketing campaign to your situation.
Some people are very successful as sellers on eBay. There is a learning curve here too, familiarizing yourself with the way things work. This avenue is well suited to people who like garage sales, flea markets, antique collecting and such. Essentially, you find deals on items in your area of the marketplace and turn them over for a profit. You set a minimum bid (which assumes you'll make a profit!). Whatever you get over the minimum bid is gravy.
In the second category of ways to make money on the internet, you might opt for freelancing, selling your skills to existing websites. This is probably a faster way to an income, but be prepared to work hard. Again, self discipline is key to your success. For example, if you have graphic design skills, or are proficient in web design, there's work to be had. If you're a writer, editor or proofreader, you'll find work. There are plenty of job boards for freelancers, so look around for ones pertaining to your skill set.
What if you don't have any specialized skills? There are still many ways to make money on the internet, which is a little tougher and absolutely requiring due diligence on your part. However, some people do well enough to make a living. You'll find companies that pay you to review software as well as websites. There are also opportunities to fill out surveys and get paid to do so! You must watch out for scammers, as, just as in everyday society, they're on the net. Google 'top work at home jobs' for thousands of results. If you decide to sign up with a company, Google 'scams company-name' to see if they are legitimate.
Last, but not least in our ways to make money on the internet comes from Google. Google Answers pays $2.50 if you can answer a question in your areas of expertise.
Build up your business gradually. Don't quit your day job before your net income exceeds what you're now making! Good luck!
For MORE Tips and Tools look for http://TheMarketingStrategies.com
With all the shenanigans going on in the economy and on Wall Street, the average Joe and Jane are feeling a bit nervous after their future job security. Too many industries have laid off large numbers of workers for anyone to feel like they're in the catbird seat at their place of employment. To offset this insecurity, more and more people are looking for ways to make money on the internet. Here are some suggestions which might work for you.
There are basically two categories of ways to make money on the internet. You can create a website or blog and sell products and services. Developing a website or blog can take quite a while and lots of work, before you start to see a return. However, if you're serious about becoming self reliant and have the self discipline to work on your site consistently, you can make it happen. You'll also need to get up to speed on internet marketing. There's a lot to learn about getting good search engine rankings. You may find it expedient to hire a marketer. There are many top-notch marketers who can help. These people will be able to tailor a marketing campaign to your situation.
Some people are very successful as sellers on eBay. There is a learning curve here too, familiarizing yourself with the way things work. This avenue is well suited to people who like garage sales, flea markets, antique collecting and such. Essentially, you find deals on items in your area of the marketplace and turn them over for a profit. You set a minimum bid (which assumes you'll make a profit!). Whatever you get over the minimum bid is gravy.
In the second category of ways to make money on the internet, you might opt for freelancing, selling your skills to existing websites. This is probably a faster way to an income, but be prepared to work hard. Again, self discipline is key to your success. For example, if you have graphic design skills, or are proficient in web design, there's work to be had. If you're a writer, editor or proofreader, you'll find work. There are plenty of job boards for freelancers, so look around for ones pertaining to your skill set.
What if you don't have any specialized skills? There are still many ways to make money on the internet, which is a little tougher and absolutely requiring due diligence on your part. However, some people do well enough to make a living. You'll find companies that pay you to review software as well as websites. There are also opportunities to fill out surveys and get paid to do so! You must watch out for scammers, as, just as in everyday society, they're on the net. Google 'top work at home jobs' for thousands of results. If you decide to sign up with a company, Google 'scams company-name' to see if they are legitimate.
Last, but not least in our ways to make money on the internet comes from Google. Google Answers pays $2.50 if you can answer a question in your areas of expertise.
Build up your business gradually. Don't quit your day job before your net income exceeds what you're now making! Good luck!
For MORE Tips and Tools look for http://TheMarketingStrategies.com
Sunday, February 8, 2009
Will Work from Home
How to refine your online business opportunity choices and maximize your enjoyment and profits!
With the many success story websites we see and hear about, just about everyone’s thought about online business opportunities. It’s smart to be cautious and do some careful planning, but then again, it’s equally important that your venture be something you truly enjoy. You may put in more hours than you do at your current job, so loving your work is a high priority.
Another factor that comes into play is the careful planning, particularly when it comes to your lineup of products and services. You want to make available just the right mix of offerings, either of your own, those of affiliates, and those for which you are a distributor.
No matter what your niche market, you’ve got to make it a goal to maximize your online business opportunity and so maximize your profits – you are running a business. Many people set up beautiful websites with just a few, albeit high quality products. Such sites rarely stand the test of time, running out of resources and perhaps ultimately failing. Here’s how it works.
If your website offers little, you have fewer pages, so it takes far longer to raise your ranking with the search engines. This means fewer visitors. Studies generally agree that a potential customer visits your site seven times before making a purchase. So it can take a long while to realize sufficient income to make a living. You don’t want to tie the hands of your own online business opportunities!
This picture can be improved by adding plenty of relevant content. However, you can further optimize your exposure with more links to other websites. Here’s where you can get double the benefit out of adding links. You’ll be increasing your exposure when you get other sites that link to you. The search engine spiders poll these links regularly. The more relevant, quality links you have pointing to your site, the merrier your rankings become. More visitors, with more reasons to be interested in staying longer at your site. The end result is that your sales come quicker and your sales numbers increase.
When you structure your online business opportunity in such a way that each page on your site offers information with affiliate’s products specifically relevant to the interests of the reader of that information, your chances at a sale are automatically increased. You’ll definitely want to get into the Google Adwords program. Google does a good job of finding relevant products and services for you. You should also hand select some sites, with quality items targeted at that reader.
As appropriate to your site’s content, consider the drop-ship distributor opportunities. You select specific products which may especially interest your visitors. You carry no inventory and maximize your profits.
So as you develop the online business opportunity of your dreams, use these guidelines to help make that dream come true. To your happiness and prosperity!
If you want to know MORE about how to Work from Home or how to get your business to a High Level today, just get started today by using THE Marketing Strategies.
http://www.SoloMLM.com
With the many success story websites we see and hear about, just about everyone’s thought about online business opportunities. It’s smart to be cautious and do some careful planning, but then again, it’s equally important that your venture be something you truly enjoy. You may put in more hours than you do at your current job, so loving your work is a high priority.
Another factor that comes into play is the careful planning, particularly when it comes to your lineup of products and services. You want to make available just the right mix of offerings, either of your own, those of affiliates, and those for which you are a distributor.
No matter what your niche market, you’ve got to make it a goal to maximize your online business opportunity and so maximize your profits – you are running a business. Many people set up beautiful websites with just a few, albeit high quality products. Such sites rarely stand the test of time, running out of resources and perhaps ultimately failing. Here’s how it works.
If your website offers little, you have fewer pages, so it takes far longer to raise your ranking with the search engines. This means fewer visitors. Studies generally agree that a potential customer visits your site seven times before making a purchase. So it can take a long while to realize sufficient income to make a living. You don’t want to tie the hands of your own online business opportunities!
This picture can be improved by adding plenty of relevant content. However, you can further optimize your exposure with more links to other websites. Here’s where you can get double the benefit out of adding links. You’ll be increasing your exposure when you get other sites that link to you. The search engine spiders poll these links regularly. The more relevant, quality links you have pointing to your site, the merrier your rankings become. More visitors, with more reasons to be interested in staying longer at your site. The end result is that your sales come quicker and your sales numbers increase.
When you structure your online business opportunity in such a way that each page on your site offers information with affiliate’s products specifically relevant to the interests of the reader of that information, your chances at a sale are automatically increased. You’ll definitely want to get into the Google Adwords program. Google does a good job of finding relevant products and services for you. You should also hand select some sites, with quality items targeted at that reader.
As appropriate to your site’s content, consider the drop-ship distributor opportunities. You select specific products which may especially interest your visitors. You carry no inventory and maximize your profits.
So as you develop the online business opportunity of your dreams, use these guidelines to help make that dream come true. To your happiness and prosperity!
If you want to know MORE about how to Work from Home or how to get your business to a High Level today, just get started today by using THE Marketing Strategies.
http://www.SoloMLM.com
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