The potential for growing some fantastic network marketing businesses on the internet is just taking shape. The transition from in home meetings to cold calling has been a failure. By developing social networks on the internet, today's marketer has the chance to really reach out and attract the type of people they want to work with.
Network marketing is going through an important transformation and a big part of that transformation is tied to the social aspects of the internet. This used to be an industry that depended on the size of your address book and cultivating the relationships of friends and family. Today the internet lets us reach out to a much wider audience to find the people who are a good fit for the industry.
Cold Calling: The Bane of Network Marketing
There are a lot of people that are still told to buy leads and spend several hours on the phone calling them. Network marketers who successfully make the transition to doing business online see this as a complete waste, as there are much more effective and less painful ways to work.
For beginning network marketers it is a source of trepidation. For the veterans it's a bane of existence and seen as a necessary evil. They haven't begun to master network marketing on the internet and so this is the only tool they have in their playbook. There are definitely better tools and techniques available.
The initial development: Pay-per-click advertising
The first route many marketers make when moving their offline business online is to advertise with the pay-per-click (PPC) services like Google AdWords, Yahoo! Search, and MSN AdCenter. Those who click on the ads may be brought to an online business presentation or, better yet, offered a report, service or other product in exchange for a name and email address. This allows the marketer to follow up by email and spend more time with people who actively want to know more.
This leads into...
Follow-up: Automated, personal, or other?
While autoresponder messages can take you a certain down the road to building a relationship with the people on your list, it's really on part of the puzzle. Typically a marketer will load up the autoresponder software with a series of 10, 20, 30 or more messages set to go out over time and then just leave it at that.
The shortcoming of this is that people are familiar with the idea of automated messages, so if the messages are generic enough to be set up three months in advance, then it's probably not reflecting what's going on in your daily progress, changes and refinement.
The point of the messages is to share something of value about you, your business, and how you are developing it. If the messages are stale, the audience loses interest. To help with that, use the "broadcast" feature of the autoresponder software to send out real-time updates on business events, life changes, or something new just learned.
This keeps the messages fresh and relevant. A great way to provide this content is through...
A Blog!
Blogs are a key piece of building your online presence. They are perfect for sharing thoughts on business, society, interests... all things that make a person an individual. This is where the social aspect of network marketing on the internet really comes into play. By giving of yourself, you show that you are an able leader and have the compassion and insight necessary for coaching a group to success.
By placing an opt-in form on the blog you can have people sign up to receive your updates by email or they can subscribe through your RSS feed.
A Funny Thing Happened on The Way to The Forum...
Online forums existed before the buzz phrase "Web 2.0" came about, and even existed as "bulletin boards" before forum technology as we know it now came about. These forums have developed into a great way to make yourself known to the online community through sharing your knowledge with others and filling in the knowledge gaps of those who post questions.
It's a great way to find like minded people and maybe even start a collaboration. Approach these groups as if you were their house guest. Think of it as being a guest in someone's home. You wouldn't walk in, first thing, and say, "your carpet looks worn - have I got a carpet deal for you!" So don't go into a forum for the sole purpose of trying to get traffic. Be a part of the community and the rewards will come naturally.
So learn to use the internet's social capacities, but do it responsibly. Social networks must be used responsibly or instead of becoming known and respected you can become ignored or even banned from these groups.
From Patio Chair Cushions to Gazebos - How to Choose Patio Accessories for your Outdoor Space
Patio accessories are the cherry on top of the sundae. Patio chair cushions give your furniture color and comfort, umbrellas give you shade and can set the tone of your yard, gazebos, arbors, and outdoor appliances add luxury and style. Let's take a look at 5 outdoor accessories, what they can do for your yard and if they're right for your outdoor space.
Patio Chair Cushions – Three tips to make sure you get your money’s worth.
n the hunt for the perfect patio chair cushions to add the final touches to your outdoor space you’ve probably noticed that patio chair cushions can cost you anywhere from pennies to hundreds of dollars. How do you know what is a reasonable amount to spend? How do you know if you’re getting your money’s worth? Here are three tips to make sure you get the best cushion for your dollar.
Patio chair cushions – Adding comfort and style to your outdoor space.
Whether you prefer a Zen hideaway, an urban minimalist space, or a tropical paradise three things remain constant, you need a place to sit, you need appropriate landscaping, and you need to pay attention to the details to make the space your own. Details like Bali umbrellas, pottery, an arbor, patio chair cushions, and even an outdoor spa can make all the difference between an average outdoor space and your perfect sanctuary.
