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- How Brand Building Can Quickly Boost Your Income - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from TJ PhilpottWhen working online, brand building is essential to helping you develop a unique identity that will help you establish deep roots for your business. Considering the enormity of the internet population it is important that you gain a recognizable web presence which will serve to enhance your ...
Views: 624 - The Ongoing Duties of a Blog Master - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from TJ PhilpottA blog master wears many hats when it comes to maintaining the site. Blog posting is probably the most recognizable function any blogger has since this is what actually attracts people. In fact, by publishing content, a blogger initiates other 'duties' or 'responsibilities' that are more subtle ...
Views: 806 - 3 Ways to Get Motivated When Blogging - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from TJ PhilpottHow do you get motivated when you are blogging? If you operate such a site you already know that maintaining a consistent blog posting schedule alone can be demanding. To compound that challenge a blog master generally works alone without the daily 'physical' support or encouragement of others. ...
Views: 841(1 vote) - 5 Key Components of an Online Affiliate Business - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from TJ PhilpottIt is often said that having an online affiliate business requires little more than you generating traffic in order to earn an income. Well this is partially true insofar as you do not need to create, ship or store any affiliate products since this is done by the product creator. But if you ...
Views: 848(2 votes) - Are New Product Launches an Online Distraction? - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from TJ PhilpottWhen working online it is both common and expected to see wave after wave of new product launches being introduced. This is particularly true in the field of internet marketing where most products target improving your marketing effectiveness. The question here is are these launches actually ...
Views: 851 - Jump-Starting the Writing Process When Lost for Ideas - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from TJ PhilpottSometimes just starting the writing process can be a challenge especially if you are a content developer due to the frequency with which you compose. It is inevitable that periodically you will be stricken with writers block which can be like quick sand. The more you stare at a blank screen ...
Views: 1229 - What Motivates the Typical Online Entrepreneur? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from TJ PhilpottThe typical online entrepreneur is a different species insofar as they generally work alone and within an industry that can be very stressful and demanding. Being your own boss is great however many are prone to second thoughts about this when they find that everything' is their responsibility! ...
Views: 827(2 votes) - Is Your Blog Posting Buzz Worthy? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from TJ PhilpottYour blog posting is a very critical element that contributes significantly to the development of your site. People will either be attracted or repelled by the quality and consistency of the blog entries they find on your platform. If what they find is not quality content they probably will not ...
Views: 970 - Why Brand Development is Important Online - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from TJ PhilpottBrand development can either focus on your business and what it has to offer, or perhaps even your own 'personal' uniqueness or qualities that makes you more identifiable on the internet. Whatever your preference or goals, developing an online brand should be a top priority when you have ...
Views: 834(2 votes) - Effective Copy Writing Contains 3 Key Elements - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from TJ PhilpottCopy writing requires the author being able to 'connect' with readers on a level where they are able to persuade people to take a certain desired action. In order to achieve this result however a copy writer must first get the attention of the reader and 'draw' them further into the ...
Views: 771 - Working Smarter to Boost Blog Traffic - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from TJ PhilpottA steady and returning flow of blog traffic is what is needed to firmly establish the site. There are many 'techniques' available in which you can generate traffic for your site, some are effective while others take more time than they are worth. One thing that goes without question however is ...
Views: 856(1 vote) - Is Your Online Presence a Business Asset? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from TJ PhilpottDeveloping a strong online presence is a recommended if you have long range plans of marketing on the internet. The reason for this is simply; the more recognizable you are the greater your marketing effectiveness will be, make sense? Now establishing a strong web presence will only work in your ...
Views: 684 - Affiliate & Blog Marketing – Pure Synergy - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from TJ PhilpottBlog marketing offers a wonderful opportunity for anyone to make money online from home although it will require persistence and patience. Developing a loyal following takes time, even on business blogs, but ways to earn an income with this platform are seemingly infinite. In fact one of the ...
Views: 750 - Combining Affiliate Products with Blogging Makes Sense - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from TJ PhilpottSelling affiliate products is a great way to start working online from home due to the low cost of doing business. Now if you promote these type products off a blog you can easily increase your income based upon the advantages blogging sites offer as marketing platforms. In fact this combination ...
Views: 707 - The Importance of Effective Content Distribution - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from TJ PhilpottContent distribution is the 'ugly' step sister to one of the most effective online marketing strategies used today. I say this in reference to the feelings many have that the content creation portion of this strategy is more important. This perception no doubt comes from the creativity it takes ...
Views: 1446(1 vote) - Article Marketing – Maximum Exposure is the Key - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from TJ PhilpottArticle marketing is one of the most effective online marketing strategies used on the internet today. The only 'drawback' to this form of advertising is that writing articles can be labor intensive and time consuming. To compound this 'dilemma' many 'experts' suggest to not submit the same ...
Views: 745(1 vote) - 3 Tips for Building Your Affiliate Marketing Business - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from TJ PhilpottAn affiliate marketing business seems simple enough to operate when you consider there are no products to create, you simply generate traffic and collect commissions. Also not having to store or ship products or even provide customer service makes this possibly the best business to start online. ...
Views: 712(3 votes) - Using Industry News to Increase Blog Traffic - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2010 from TJ PhilpottIt is highly recommended to keep up with the latest news in your selected niche as a means to help you increase blog traffic to your site. Sharing useful information like this is very effective at capturing the interest of your readers. However it is not always necessary nor recommended, to ...
Views: 734 - 5 Reasons Business Blogs Are So Popular - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2010 from TJ PhilpottIn the earlier stages of the internet we had web-logs which of course grew and transitioned into simply blogs, and now today business blogs! Just how did it happen that sites as obscure as web-logs evolve into a stand alone industry we refer to as the business blogging? Big time corporations and ...
Views: 761 - 5 Characteristics of Successful Business Blogs - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2010 from TJ PhilpottBusiness blogs all have one central 'theme' in common and that is ultimately they are blogging to make money. For this reason these sites are motivated for more than just the passion of the subject matter upon which they base their content. The blogging business is in fact big business anymore ...
Views: 1536 - Boosting the Online Presence of Your Blog - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2010 from TJ PhilpottBefore expecting to attract any blog traffic the site itself must first establish a strong online presence to make people aware of its existence. This is the part of the blog building process that separates those with a deep passion from those looking for fast results. There is not much you can ...
Views: 629 - The Importance of Research When Working Online - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from TJ PhilpottFor any serious entrepreneurs working online in order to maintain their competitive edge it will be necessary to regularly conduct some type of online market research. It only stands to reason that if you want to excel in any area you must stay on top of the news for your selected industry or ...
Views: 2069(3 votes) - Avoiding Negative Influences When Working Online - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from TJ PhilpottWhen working online there are land sharks that are as dangerous to you as the mammals found in the ocean. To whom or what I refer is not those you actually 'work' with but rather those with whom you may associate. In particular I'm referring to any negative people you may have in your life. You ...
Views: 2870(3 votes) - The Best Hosting Companies for Internet Marketers - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from TJ PhilpottWhen looking around online at hosting companies that will best fit your needs there are many variables to consider. These variables will primarily be concerned with the type of site you are considering launching or even transferring. Will you be hosting a website or perhaps a blog and will it ...
Views: 1649(6 votes) - 5 Overlooked Advantages of Article Marketing - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from TJ PhilpottArticle marketing is generally regarded in terms with how effective it is at traffic generation however it has others advantages many tend to overlook. This particular strategy involves using content as a means to attract readers to sites containing material relevant to the article itself. In ...
Views: 1824(1 vote) - Online Success Starts with Organizational Skills - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from TJ PhilpottFor anybody looking for success working online, your best bet is to 'beef' up your organizational skills. Marketing on the internet involves a variety of tasks that are quite necessary and ongoing and if you are not organize both your efforts and the results will reflect this. Quite literally ...
Views: 2686(2 votes) - 5 Distinct Advantages of a Home Business Blog - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from TJ PhilpottA home business blog offers many advantages beside the obvious that there is no physical commute involved. Marketing on the internet offers tremendous financial opportunity for anyone driven enough to operate their own business. The only apparent drawback would be mastering a few simple ...
Views: 1635(2 votes) - How to Use Twitter for More Than Making Friends - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from TJ PhilpottLearning how to use twitter for more than making friends starts with actually making friends first! Being the fastest growing online social networking site has made this community a 'target' for traffic generation by many online businesses. This movement has also launched many a instructional ...
Views: 1570(1 vote) - Why Using Twitter for Business Makes Cents - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from TJ PhilpottUsing twitter as a base of business operations makes perfect sense considering the growing popularity of online social networking. Much like a business after hours or chamber of commerce function, this social networking community gives you access to many key potential customers and contacts. Now ...
Views: 1307(1 vote) - How the Power of Passion Breeds Success - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2010 from TJ PhilpottThe power of passion is an amazing thing that can propel you to great heights if used correctly. Most of us associate this emotion with how we may feel to another, however it is also the 'force' behind many a person's great success. This emotion can and will increase both your patience and your ...
Views: 4360 - Turning 'Old News' into Quality Content - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2010 from TJ PhilpottQuality content is what drives the internet and is always in demand. People are always searching for useful information to further educate themselves or perhaps answer a lingering question. It is a well known fact when publishing content that the more it serves the reader the longer it will ...
Views: 1187(1 vote) - Marketing on the Internet is Elementary - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2010 from TJ PhilpottMany people tend to over-complicate things when marketing on the internet. No doubt there are some technical skills involved but nothing that the average 'Joe' can not master. The fact is that almost every online marketer started with little more than simply a desire to make money. It is the ...
Views: 2134(2 votes) - Common Characteristics of a Good Copy Writer - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2010 from TJ PhilpottA copy writer is faced with a lot of challenges when trying to persuade people with the use of nothing more then their writing skills. Obviously knowing how to write persuasive copy involves more than any particular skill of the pen or keyboard. Effective copy writing must first address what is ...
Views: 3889(1 vote) - Content Development Has 5 Objectives - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2010 from TJ PhilpottContent development, among other things, involves pulling together useful information relevant to the needs of the author. This information is usually circulated and made freely available for others to read. Using content in this manner is a popular online marketing strategy that has been found ...
Views: 1087 - 3 Can't Miss Online Branding Strategies - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2010 from TJ PhilpottOnline branding is a very shrewd strategy for any business looking to gain a competitive edge when marketing on the internet. Developing a unique business brand will help to make you more easily identifiable setting you apart from the pack online. This will result in you being able to deliver ...
Views: 1090 - What the Perfect Online Brand Communicates - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2010 from TJ PhilpottWhen creating an online brand there are certain qualities you want to project that will enhance your effectiveness to promote online. The first objective to establishing your own unique identity is to set yourself apart from other online marketers. Along with this and of equal importance, you ...
Views: 973 - Content Marketing - The Perfect Promotional Strategy - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2010 from TJ PhilpottMany complain of the labor involved in content marketing and that there are easier 'alternates' for promoting online. Well both claims are true however what other online marketing strategy can offer you so many 'deep rooted' benefits? Publishing content is not a one dimensional approach to ...
Views: 1077 - 5 Common Causes of Writer's Block - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2010 from TJ PhilpottWriter's block is a common occurrence for anyone who frequently writes any type of composition. Whether you are trying to write an article or supply useful information in another format on a regular basis this nemesis will occasionally disrupt your progress. What is it that causes these ...
Views: 5637 - 5 Ways to Build Brand Recognition Online - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2010 from TJ PhilpottDeveloping brand recognition online is one of the greatest marketing advantages you can attain to grow your business. With so many other online marketers promoting their goods and services it is very easy to be lost in the shuffle. The choice is either to be more dominant than your competitors ...
Views: 2173(2 votes) - Why Your Online Brand Is Important - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2010 from TJ PhilpottWhy should anybody be concerned with their online brand? Aren't there other aspects of Marketing on the internet that are more important than online branding? Well this is a loaded question that will require a little bit of an explanation. The fact of the matter is that online branding plays a ...
Views: 1284 - Publishing Content People Enjoy Reading - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2010 from TJ PhilpottWhen publishing content online as the author you want as many people to view it as possible. Besides not wanting your efforts to go unappreciated, you also want to get as much exposure as possible! When using content to be circulated freely online the usual motivation is the exposure and ...
Views: 1112 - Increasing Your Influence on Social Network Sites - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2010 from TJ PhilpottMore people are using social network sites than ever before and it is therefore becoming more difficult to be heard above the 'noise' of other participants. For many using social networking as vehicle to deliver their marketing message this can be a real problem. So how can a person increase ...
Views: 1460 - The Role a Positive Mental Attitude Plays in Success - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2010 from TJ PhilpottEnough can not be said about the influence a positive mental attitude can have on your life. By adjusting your attitude to think primarily positive thoughts you can literally make all your efforts easier and more enjoyable as well! As a result your ability to become successful in any facet of ...
Views: 1879(1 vote) - 3 Idea Generation Tips for Creating Content - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2010 from TJ PhilpottIdea generation is the starting, and sadly even sometimes the stopping point for anyone creating content to be distributed online. Publishing content is a very effective strategy for generating exposure and offers many benefits. This strategy however must be maintained consistently for it to ...
Views: 1752 - 5 Key Ingredients Needed to Become Successful - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2010 from TJ PhilpottFor anybody looking to become successful in any endeavor of their lives there are certain ingredients absolutely needed or success will elude them. This is a fact and it is plain and simple! In every case the 'road to success' must first be planned out, otherwise your progress will be severely ...
Views: 1551 - Developing a Strong Online Business Brand - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2010 from TJ PhilpottDeveloping a strong business brand is one of the best ways to gain a competitive edge over other online marketers. When working on the internet a key first step is to establish a unique identity that will help you stand out. When you establish a unique online brand people are able to separate ...
Views: 1500 - Publishing Content People Can Find and Read Easily - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from TJ PhilpottPublishing content online can serve many useful purposes for the author if done correctly. Increasing exposure, generating traffic and building credibility are just a few of the benefits you can expect when using content as part of your online marketing strategy. In order for any content to be ...
Views: 878(1 vote) - 3 Branding Strategies to Boost Your Business - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from TJ PhilpottWorking online can be very competitive, however, by successfully implementing a few branding strategies you can give yourself an edge. What you stand to accomplish by building a business brand is to develop uniqueness that allows you to stand apart from other online marketers. By doing this it ...
Views: 1687(1 vote) - Why Managing Email is Important When Working Online - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from TJ PhilpottWhen marketing on the internet, managing email is a critical component of your business operations. Often times this aspect of the business is overlooked or ignored since many feel most messages are meaningless and therefore a waste of time. Well this belief is only partially true since many ...
Views: 751(4 votes) - 5 Absolutes of Any Squeeze Page - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from TJ PhilpottThe squeeze page is to your business what the 'accelerator' is to a car. Can you build an online business without building a list? Of course you can, but your progress will be much slower and your efforts will be more intense. Does that sound like something you want to do? What squeeze pages ...
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