Posts Tagged ‘value’

Make sure to set your blog post tags!

When you first start writing content, there are so many things to consider that you just might forget all about utilizing tags and categories.  I believe that these tools are mostly either  underutilized or completely ignored.  This is a big mistake usually committed by a newbie or casual content writers.

Publishing platform communities like Hubpages, Squidoo, and blogging platforms like Blogger, Blogspot, and WordPress all have the option of utilizing tags and categories.  Several others do as well.  If this were unimportant, why would they all offer these tools?

I took a break from the “Making Money Online” Series. But, I was reminded last week by readers that it’s time to get back to it! The purpose of this post is to give new would-be online marketers an overview of some of the most important things they should consider prior to coming online; and to introduce the best straightforward newbie guide available today.  So, before we move forward, let’s do a brief review of what’s been covered so far.

"Wake up! Get re-energized!"

So you have this really great idea to start a blog on a particular niche. (Niche: a focused, targetable portion of a market).  And, perhaps you even want to make some revenue from AdSense, Clicksor, or other contextual advertising. Hey, that’s great. You’ve put your heart and soul into posting your first few blog posts. No problem. Then, you kind of hit a dry patch… have no clue what else to do! What do you do to keep your blog readers coming back? What does a blogger do to keep their content fresh, and relevant?  You’re more than likely happy or satisfied with what you’ve accomplished so far, but now, each time you start a new post, you just aren’t “feeling it?” If you post your so-so blog post, are you afraid your blog will become boring? Maybe you can’t even pinpoint what exactly is wrong, you just “know” it. Maybe you’re distracted or don’t have the time to put together meaty content.  Then it’s time to look for some quick solutions! Hopefully I can get you moving in the right direction again!

In my last blog post, I introduced you to some great analyzation tools to help you check your site performance and traffic. You can also see if there are any defects on your site. What do I mean by this statement?  Part of my answer is that you can tell by how many times your web site visitors are requesting a certain file or page but they can’t find it on your server; what they’re looking for does not exist.  This is an opportunity for customer service.  What is your potential customer’s experience like on your site? In this post, I shall reveal some simple strategies to rectify this situation.

What is your site telling you?

After you have set up your blog (I will be giving you specifics in another post should you need guidance on this subject), it will be important that you understand how to measure the results of your new online presence, popularity, and effective marketing techniques.  You have laid the foundation, now what?  The next step will be to set up your marketing and let the world know what you have to offer.  There are many types and ways to market your products and services.  If you are a network marketer or direct sales business, typically you will receive ideas and strategies from your upline or sponsors.  After you have duplicated their methods, you then need to track how effective your marketing really is.

Get Paid!

Hopefully you have carefully considered whether or not starting or operating an online business is right for you. Since you are reading this post, I am going to assume in the affirmative. The next step will be to decide what it is you want to do. As you saw in my last video, there are many industries to choose from. If you have written down what your interests are, next you should do research.

"Yes, this works for ME!"

My last blog post was about setting up an online business, expressing your passion, and making the decision to make money online. Just about every type of industry you can think of that might interest you is represented by some type of sales opportunity.

Here’s the problem as I see it. You need money. You have been downsized, laid off, fired, or unemployed. Maybe you just need extra money each month to pay the bills and keep a roof over your head… and oh, yeah, eat. Then someone approaches you with the idea that you ought to try an online business. It might be top tier direct sales, regular direct sales, MLM or network marketing, affiliate marketing, article writing, or something along these lines. Maybe they even suggest doing a bit of everything simultaneously.

A short time ago, I did a post about “Leave Corporate America… for Good!”.  I know that change can be scary, but it can also be a refreshing, new experience.  I still find even though it makes sense to some people to transition to an online business, they need a little coaxing to get up off their butt and take action! Sometimes the reason they haven’t done it yet is because they just don’t know what to do to make that happen.  That’s what I’m here for!  Just like I had people steer me in the right direction, I’ll do the same for you!

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Today, I witnessed two experiences that I’d like to share with you.  The purpose of this post is to make you aware of your surroundings and to find hope and encouragement.

Valuable Content Brings Success

In the first part of this topic, Valuable Content is The #1 Key to Online Success, I presented you with information about creating value for your blog readers and monetizing your blog.  This lead to further details about affiliate marketing.  I gave some pretty well-defined guidelines on how to choose your programs or networks wisely.  If you haven’t read that post but are interested in this topic, I suggest you take a look at it to get up to speed — then come back here. In this post, I wanted to cover the appropriate way to market your chosen programs online.  Proper netiquette, if you will.

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