Jun 30

Learning to market successfully online doesn’t need to be a puzzle or overly complicated. First decide this is what you want to do, and then get a mentor who will break things down for you step by step. Then use that person’s guidance, and get started.

That’s all it takes. You will be amazed the progress you will make once you get moving in the right direction. Then it’s just a matter of making adjustments along the way.

Allow your business to grow slowly, and gradually pick up speed. You will be learning more as you go along. One of the best home business marketing strategies you will ever learn is pure simplicity. That’s why it is so powerful. 1) Take Action 2) Get Results 3) Make Corrections That’s it, and you have what it takes to make it happen.

To your success,

Joseph

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Jan 23

All of us get into overwhelm at one time or the other, but much of this can be eliminated by getting organized utilizing a few strategies. First, set regular office hours where you will be focused on your productive work. No checking emails, surfing, or doing errands. You can schedule these things in outside of your priorty time. Keep your business time sacred for your profit making activities. The other problem is we get involved in many low priorty activities that don’t result in bottom line profit.

Schedule as much of your necessary work online or by phone. Webinars and teleconferences work well with groups. There will be times you will need to be out of your office driving around, but make sure you keep to your office hours. Create a weekly marketing plan Sunday nights or Monday mornings, and concentrate on those activities that are really important, and put off the rest for later or delegate them.

Also set aside specific days for specific tasks. For example, schedule all outside appointments for one or two days. If you like to get out of the office daily then schedule outside stuff for mornings, and use your afternoons for office work or the other way around, whichever you prefer. The point is to maximize your time on tasks and activities that will bring in the profit and grow your business. Home business marketing strategies will work when applied, so get organized and create the business of your dreams.

To your success, Joseph

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Jan 13

Today I would like to focus on some of the practical aspects of being an entrepreneur. One is technology. Technology alone allows you to compete very favorably with the corporations and big business. You have everything you need to run a business on your desktop, and you have the advantage of having the best new technology since large corporations can’t innovate fast enough.

Also the benefits of working for a corporation no longer exists. In fact, there is a good possibility that your job will no longer exist in a few years. Also some critical changes have occurred in the US tax laws that favor a home-based business accumulating wealth through ordinary cash flow, if you know how to take advantage of them. Individual entrepreneurs can now enjoy the same tax free or tax deferred savings as corporate employees. Entrepreneurs can now get better health and retirement benefits than given by corporations.

Ther premiums on an individual health insurance policy is not generally raised because of illness. Also the new Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) allow individuals the same tax advantages as employees of corporations. Self employed people can now get affordable and tax deductible health insurance policies. Corporate groups plans are raised yearly based on the prior year’s claims.

Creating a lifestyle of an entrepreneur where we are able to spend more time with our families, and determine our own work schedule is what attracts so many of us. We get to control the hours we put in. We are in a much better position to create a balance between work and our families. One of the best home business marketing strategies of all is the opportunity to control our own fate and destiny.

To your continued success, Joseph

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Jan 6

Let’s start off the New Year with the Entrepreneur’s Credo, which is an excerpt from Common Sense, written in 1776 by Thomas Paine:

I do not choose to be a common man,

It is my right to be uncommon, if I can.

I seek opportunity … not security.

I do not wish to be a kept citizen,

Humbled and dulled by having the

State look after me

I want to take the calculated risk:

To dream and build,

To fail and to succeed.

I refuse to barter for a dole;

I prefer the challenges of life

To the guaranteed existence

The thrill of fulfillment

To the stale calm of Utopia

I will not trade freedom for beneficence,

Nor my dignity for a handout

I will never cower before any master,

Nor bend to any threat.

It is my heritage to stand erect,

Proud and unafraid;

To think and act for myself,

To enjoy the benefit of my creations,

And to face the world boldly and say:

“This, with God’s help, I have done.”

All this is what it means

To be an Entrepreneur.

This is something for us all to keep in mind as we continue to build our businesses throughout the year. Read this as often as possible, and especially when extremely challenged. This reminder of why you are in business will keep you motivated and energized. All the home business marketing strategies in the world will not do you any good, unless you know why you are in business, and totally focused and committed to your success.
Happy New Year, Joseph
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Dec 22

Two people with the same circumstances; one succeeds and the other fails. Two folks in the same city promoting the same product; one excels, while the other doesn’t make a dime. It’s not about “where” you are, but “who” you are. Life plays out by how we interpret it to ourselves. Listen to your thoughts some time, and even write them down. You may be in for a surprise.

If you must create a self fulfilling prophecy, make it a good one. We tell ourselves stories about our past, present, and future, and we tend to believe those stories. What we believe to be true is our choice, and we can change the way we interpret our circumstances and opportunities.

This time of year is an opportunity to assess our strengths and weaknesses and regroup. It is NEVER too late to succeed or improve. One’s attitudes and perceptions lead the way. Have high standards, insist on value, and only work with the best people. Surround yourself with positives, and keep a life enhancing perspective. Perceive the truth that we are surrounded by opportunity and abundance, and keep that as your perspective.

Ask “How can we make this work?”, and use your expectations and beliefs to create your future the way you desire it to be. 2009 will be the best year ever because of all of the challenges out there right now. Every challenge crys out for a solution. Put together your business strategies and marketing promotions with this in mind. “How can I best be of service?”

To your continued success, Joseph

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Dec 20

When starting with a small advertising budget for your home business, it’s good to be aware of some of the free ad sources available. Here’s a few ideas that may be of help. Whether advertising online or offline, one source that is valuable is a press release which is distributed to the media. You can find press release sites through any search engine, but one to be aware is http://www.free-press-release.com/

Always make your press releases newsworthy and not sounding like an ad. Article Directories are another free source of advertising to explore. Submit free articles to these sites with your bio and link in the resource section so that readers can find your web page. Two rather well known sites for article submission are www.EzineArticles.com and www.GoArticles.com

Social networking or Web 2.0 is another great way to get exposure for your business without cost, and also brand yourself and your products. For forums and groups put your link in your signature file. Use social marketing to develop relationships, and not to directly sell your products. Once you provide valuable insights and information, you will develop the trust to convert some of these folks into customers.

One more method to obtain free traffic is to develop and distribute a viral free prodcut. A short report or email series with your hyperlinks included will bring many interested visitors as long as what you provide has value. Use these techniques to create a reputation as an expert in your specifc market. You will then have a good supply of quality traffic and leads for your home business.

To your success, Joseph

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Dec 9

Whether you develop your own product or market as an affiate, it’s important to create a strong foundation. Once you have done your market research, and determined that you have a viable market niche, it’s time to build some infrastructure for your business.

First get a domain name registered that is keyword relevant to what you will be marketing. Then set up an autoresponder, and payment system such as PayPal or Authorize.net. Once that is in place you may want to add to your customer service by creating a ticket system through a provider such as Kayako. This will add tremendously to your credibility. Also you want a search optimized blog for your content, so you have a place to send traffic.

Next set up a vehicle to obtain leads. You can create an opt-in form on your blog, and then publish your first article on your blog. This will get the process started. You may also want to contact potential JV partners, and buy some advertising prior to placing your product on your site. There are also free promotional techniques such as Web 2.0 strategies.

Once you have completed your product or have a viable affiliate product to promote, place it on your site. Once your advertising produces a positive return on investment (ROI), buy more advertising anc contact more potential partners. Use these same home business marketing strategies to repeat the process.

To your continued success, Joseph

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Dec 8

Never mind all the dire reports about the economy. In fact, stop watching the news and concentrate all your efforts on building your business. Since so many people are panicking right now, this is your opportunity to jump in and increase the value you offer to your clients and customers. This is not the time to cut corners and short change people.

Offer double the value without increasing price by training your people to give better service. Make your customer feel great, and improve on the mistakes of other business owners. Just last week I went to a new restaurant for the first time, and as soon as we entered we were cheerfully greeted, and the service continued to get better throughout the meal. What a pleasant experience, and I can’t wait to return.

Also be flexible and look for solutions. Attract people for their people skills, and let your CPA handle the numbers. Increase loyalty by giving something of value to your customers. This doen’t have to cost you, but just be of use to your customer. Also reinvest some of your profits in your customers. A little attention to detail will go a long way in increasing the profitability of your home business.

To your success, Joseph

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Dec 7

No matter the economic climate, it is you who controls your destiny. There is no better time to start than now. Make a difference in others’ lives, and things will automatically fall into place. When we love what we do, and express that love toward others, we are assured success. Never accept failures. Make a difference.

Since you are in control, eliminate negativity in your life. Stop watching all the horror stories on the news, and wasting time in unproductive activities. Surround yourself with positive folks and input, and BE a valuable example for others to follow. See opportunity wherever you go. Especially in this economic climate, there are numerous avenues to succeed by helping others. Change the world one person at a time, and that first person is you. Change your attitude, and spread that enlightenment to others.

Also education is priceless. Be selective in your mentors and sources, but continue to learn and apply your new knowledge. You will then soon becom the “go to” person. Continue to offer value to others, and your home business will flourish regardless of the economic climate.

To your continued success, Joseph

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Dec 4

Whether you create a product or acquire the rights to someone else’s product, it’s important to understand the process of online selling so that you maximize your efforts. First and foremost is market research. Make sure there is a market for your product before spending all the time, money and energy acquiring or developing something that nobody wants. Take as much time as you need in this area, unti you find that market niche that wants what you have to offer.

So the basic online process is very simple, but requires each step to be completed thoroughly. So to break down the formula 1) do some market research 2) then test the market to see if your product is wanted 3) create a lead generator like a capture page, and offer something of value for free 4) Based on positive results from your testing then go on and create your product or obtain rights to a product 5) spend time promoting your product.

For your home business success treat each step carefully, and don’t proceed until you are actually ready for the next step. Once you find a viable market niche for your product no matter how long it takes, the rest of the process can go rather quickly whether you do it all yourself or outsource some of it. You will be totally motivated once you discover a profitable area in which to market. So use this as a foundation for all of your home business marketing strategies. Once your foundation is built, it’s just a matter of filling in the blanks.

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