If you’ve ever seriously considered starting an online business, you probably got dizzy seeing all the different ways out there to make money online. There are countless reports, videos, and eBooks that will teach you everything from creating your own products to becoming a blogging God. But the best way I have found to start an online business with the least amount of money and experience is affiliate marketing. Now, don’t just jump on the first attractive affiliate program that comes by and winks at you. Remember, beauty is only skin deep. You have to do your due diligence if you want to be in this business for the long haul, and that has to be your mindset.
There are tons of affiliate programs out there, but most of them I wouldn’t recommend to my worst enemy. The best programs will provide training, follow-up emails, and banner ads as well. They understand that they will make more money in the long run if they equip you with the tools you need to succeed.
Many new affiliates, who manage to find great affiliate programs, make the mistake of simply taking their affiliate links and running their eyes full of stars to make money. And many make money on this strategy, but with this strategy, you’re leaving a lot of money on the table. For a business to survive and prosper, it needs repeat customers, and you can’t get repeat customers with only quick money in mind. For that reason, I advise you to get a website or a squeeze page. That way, you can collect names and email addresses of your prospects when they opt-in to receive your information. This will give you the opportunity to market with them via email because most people are not going to buy your affiliate product right away. The money is in the list as they say and you will be able to communicate with your list for months or years to come.
You also want to offer an irresistible offer (bribe) to get them to opt-in to your mailing list. And once you have that list, you have to fall in love with it. Treat your list well, listen to every word it says, talk to it about dirty business operations, and find solutions for your list. Take good care of your list and it will take care of you.
Affiliate marketing is one of the best and easiest ways to start your online career. You won’t have to stock inventory; dealing with customers, and customer service issues.
So go out there and find a sexy affiliate program with great products to market to and fall in love with affiliate marketing.