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Surely you've heard of social networking sites (e.g., Myspace, Squidoo, etc.). There are now loads of products trying to offer you the best way to make money online using these sites. Well today I have a suggestion on how to decide which social networking sites are worth taking a look at--and how you can find the best ones in the future.
First off, can you even make money using these sites? I mean it takes at least 20 minutes to sign up on a site and personalize it. And to get people's attention you've got to offer something valuable to them. Some of these sites have millions of people online everyday and you've got a lot of competition. But, since there are so many people on these sites everyday, you only need a small percentage to make decent money. And it's worth personalizing your profile, using your blog (if the social networking site offers it), and doing what you think will attract others. You've got to consider why you look at others' profiles. Think backwards from what will attract others and then add it to your site. Once you do personalize your site, you will have an online presence that to some degree you can set and forget.
Now for a great way to find out which major social networking sites you should check out. I just did this today and signed up on a new site because it was ranked number 8 on the top 500 websites according to amount of traffic. Well, it's not Myspace, Squidoo, or a major search engine. It's called Orkut.com. The site I used to find it is Alexa.com. Most internet marketers have heard of Alexa.com before but how often do we check it? Orkut.com has around 50 million online visitors and is affiliated with Google. The point here is not to promote Orkut.com but to point out that a major way to find out where to get large amounts of traffic is through Alexa.com. It is worth checking periodically for new websites with high traffic.
Wednesday, May 9, 2007
How to Find the Best Social Networking Sites
Monday, April 16, 2007
How to Overcome The Pain of Rejection in Network Marketing
Rejection may be a deep seeded issue with some people so if they hear it again later in life it stops them dead in their tracks. This is especially true for those cold calling all day (which I don't recommend) getting 10-30 no's a day.
The first no you receive seems to really hurt; you may stop calling the rest of the night and just go do something else. It may even stop you from calling for a whole week as you just pace back and forth by the phone. Some people really never get over it and they just quit altogether.
One key I have learned over the years about "no's" is that they are usually just objections not rejections. Most of the time when people tell you no it's because they are making excuses. The timing might not be right, but usually they are procrastinating.
These aren't the type of people you are looking for anyways. The people that say "YES" and "I'm ready" are the ones you should desire. Don't try to sell the people that give you no's, they aren't ready for success. If you truly become the leader you know you are then the right people will magically become attracted to you.
When someone says no they aren't rejecting you in any sense. They are rejecting the opportunity you have presented to them. Many people take that as a direct insult to them as a person.
To help you with this I'm going to tell you a story one of my mentors told me.
Have you ever been to a coffee shop? Well lets say you don't drink coffee, but everyone at your table does. If the waitress comes over to you and says, "Do you want coffee?" What are you going to tell her?
No of course, so you said no to the coffee and not to her. So think about your opportunity as the coffee that you're offering to someone else. If they say no then they are saying no to the opportunity of having some coffee not to the person offering it.
I hope that makes sense because it will change your outlook on rejection. You need to understand that rejection to your opportunity is nothing, just move on to the next person.
Thursday, April 12, 2007
Five Powerful Beliefs to Cultivate to Succeed in Network Marketing
“If you believe you can, you probably can. If you believe you won't, you most assuredly won't.” Dennis Waitley
Your beliefs are important. They are your driving force. They are the reason you succeed, or the reason you fail. Which beliefs do you need to succeed in Network Marketing?
1. Positive belief in Network Marketing
Examine your beliefs and begin the process by making certain that you have the goals and that you think you deserve to have them. Then, add the appropriate self-talk to your mental diet that will feed your energy. Make sure your goals are S.M.A.R.T goals: specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and tangible. Make sure they answer this question: “Who do I want to be?”
2. This is a great company! Make sure you believe in your company! If you only think they are okay, then your chances of succeeding will also only be okay. Here is a quote for you to always remember: "You and your Network Marketing Company are partners. If you don't love and respect your partner, you have no business being in business together." Robert Butwin List the reasons why your company is the best in the world. 3. Believe in your product Research your products thoroughly. Know everything there is to know about them. Why is your company the best place to get them? Why are they unique? Use them yourself. Fall in love with them. "What drives this business is word of mouth, the most powerful form of marketing in the world. If you don't love your products, you can't expect anyone else to care about them." Robert Butwin List the reasons why you love your products. 4. I WILL succeed!
You don’t need to know how you will do something. You have to be determined. This is where your WHY comes in. The more clear your reason to be a network marketer, and the more determined you are, the more likely you are to succeed. "It only matters that you believe you will - and persist to take some action. With that powerful, positive attitude, formed into a mental habit, you'll find the 'How.'" Robert Butwin
Why is it important for you to succeed in Network Marketing?
5. A master of show and tell
See your business as a gift of incredible value that you can give someone else, rather than another business opportunity. Share with others what you know and what you have learned. Teach them the reasons your love your company. Teach them the reasons you love the products. Find their why and help them form their goals.
Accept and teach these principles …. then watch your success skyrocket!