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Casual Articles - How I Profited Massively For 4 Years Without Spending A Dime!
I have this theory that marketing and dating are the exact same thing.Now, as a single guy (by which I mean, "not married") I've been on my share of dates.And as a marketing guy, I've seen my share of unique ways to spread the word about ideas, products and websites.Not it's time to merge the two and see what's been learned:1) I was once introduced to a girl named Karen by a mutual friend. She and I clicked right away. We discussed sushi. She said she "always wanted to try it." I made a mental note. The following week I found out where she worked and stopped by her office with a little card, the front of which which had a picture of a box of California Rolls. On the inside I simply wrote, "Sushi?" and left my businsss card. I handed it to the receptionist. By the time I returned home, there was an email from Karen. She was ecstatic. We went out the next night, then dated for a few months.LESSON LEARNED: unexpected + unique = unforgettable.2
Do you see how this strategy differs from what most people try to do out there?
Heck, I've even seen people requesting joint ventures by just sending a one-line email note to the other person which reads, "Want to promote my product? Here's my link..." Do they really expect me (or anyone for that matter) to even respond to that note? It just doesn't work!
Be unique! Create value for them first! Make it worth their while. Make them an offer they can't refuse!
And finally, keep in mind that no matter how great your offer is, not everyone will say "yes" to it. If you don't hear back from the person, wait a week and follow up with them. If still nothing, move on to the next one.
I've approached some people who just had too much on their plate already and just weren't able to work with me. Or maybe they just didn't like my product or didn't feel that it would fit in with what they were doing.
It happens. Don't take it personally.
The trick is to not quit after the first "no." Forming powerful, mutually-beneficial alliances with successful businesses is the best strategy available to us. And it is well worth your time to continue pursuing joint ventures.
Just one well-structured, well launched joint venture can bring in an avalanche of prof
Passion. Passion alone can make your business successful. As an entrepreneur, you are a passionate person. For why would anyone invest such incredible amounts of time and energy on something they have no REAL desire to do? If you do such a thing, then it's just bullshit. You have built an unreal, superficial way work environment and based on that you most likely are not very satisfied in what you do.Being passionate means having the inner drive, desires to make your goals and achievements real. An entrepreneur is passionate at heart. He/She loves everything they do and when they work, they do wonders for the world and it shows. Look around at some of these businesses that we are all familiar with. Bath and Body Works, Jamba Juice, Bill Gates, Friendster and so on. They are all fellow entrepreneurs and they are all obviously very successful.What's made them successful? Let's look at these basic factors. When it all comes down to it, they had an idea. They grew t
But it's true.
I've been online for longer, but for at least the past 4 years, I have not spent anything on promoting my business...
ZERO, zip, zilch. Not one red cent.
How have I managed to pull this off? Two words... Joint Ventures!
Now... before you cringe at hearing those two words, let me just warn you that what I'm about to reveal below is serious, serious stuff. And it can be very profitable for you if you use it the way I describe it below.
I can understand if you're tired of hearing about joint ventures. I don't blame you. Because, for the past several months, everyone and their neighbors' pets have been talking about it.
Joint ventures this, joint ventures that... joint venture software, joint venture web sites, it's crazy. It's as if they have just now found out about the explosive cash-producing power of finding marketing partners.
But I must warn you...
As much as some of us may dislike hearing about joint ventures, the bottom line is that they work! Boy, do they work! Remember, I have not spent a dime on marketing my business for the past 4 years! That's how well joint ventures work.
It's one of the fastest ways to build your customer base, and your business - by finding other business owners who have large customer bases and working with them to promote your product! But here's the big problem...
Many people have tried using this strategy and have failed miserably. I'll explain why so many fail, and I'll also share a simple, but powerful strategy that can help you succeed where most have failed.
The most powerful secret to successful joint ventures is to realize that asking for a joint venture is very similar to "making an offer to a prospect." Asking for a joint venture is no different than trying to sell to a prospect.
If you can understand this one simple concept, you will have great success with joint ventures.
Let's disect this further...
If you were to sell to a prospect, what would you do to make your offer more effective?
Here are a few techniques you could use:
First and foremost, get the prospect's attention!
Clearly outline all the powerful benefits of the product/service and OFFER, and answer the "WIIFM" question (What's In It For Me) for the prospect.
Establish the "uniqueness" of your offer so that you stand out amongst other offers.
Make the prospect feel unique and special
If you use just the above few techniques, your offer would be much more effective than most other competing offers, wouldn't you agree?
Well, guess what...you can use these same techniques to make your joint venture proposals effective!
When you're working on forming joint ventures, see the other business owners as "prospects." You need to get their attention, outline the benefits, make them feel special !
Sure, you can just offer the other person a cut of the profits if they agree to endorse your product to their list. But everybody else is already doing that! And these days, that's not enticing enough.
You see, when most people approach other businesses for joint ventures, they are only focused on what they can get out of the deal -- which is getting the other person to endorse a product/service for them.
And that's why so many people fail at this.
Here's a much better way of doing it...
First, grab their attention! Think of all the common ways people approach others for joint ventures. Then, make your offer different! If everybody else is sending their offers via email, send yours via regular mail. If regular mail is very commonly used, use FedEx. If FedEx becomes common, pick up the phone and present your offer on the phone.
Use a subject line that will get their attention. Make an offer that will get their attention! Remember, if your offer doesn't get read, the deal with never happen.
If everyone is offering up to 50% of the profits to their JV partners, be unique and offer more!
Add special bonuses or other unadvertised perks that no one else will get except your JV partner's customers. Treat them extra special, because they are!
You are not making a one-time deal with these JV partners. You are working on building an ongoing and solid relationship with them.
Also, do a little research and get to know the person you're about to make a deal with. Make the person feel special. If there is something you admire or respect about them, let them know! If you are a customer of theirs and have found their product/service to be valuable, mention it to them. Everybody loves flattery.
Do whatever it is you can to make your JV offer stand out! Make them an offer they would be crazy to pass up!
And do not use a form letter or one of those generic software-generated notes. Any seasoned marketer will smell that stuff a mile away. Instead, put your heart into it. Make it unique. Use existing forms and email samples only as a guide.
Here's another tip that's extremely powerful...
Shift your focus to the other party and ask yourself "What do they need? What can I offer them that would be of value to them?"
Marketing consultant and author Robert Allen said something very interesting when he was promoting his most recent book. He wanted to get invited into the Oprah Winfrey show. But instead of asking himself "How can I get on Oprah's show?" he asked a better, more useful question... "What does Oprah want on her show?"
Do you see how that little shift of focus can create a world of difference on the results you'd get?
Here's something else you can do that's also very powerful and effective...
Offer to help the other person with something first. Anything. Without bringing up your joint venture offer. Then, when you've created some value for them, you can ask them to help you out with something. (Say a joint venture, perhaps?)
Do you see how this strategy differs from what most people try to do out there?
Heck, I've even seen people requesting joint ventures by just sending a one-line email note to the other person which reads, "Want to promote my product? Here's my link..." Do they really expect me (or anyone for that matter) to even respond to that note? It just doesn't work!
Be unique! Create value for them first! Make it worth their while. Make them an offer they can't refuse!
And finally, keep in mind that no matter how great your offer is, not everyone will say "yes" to it. If you don't hear back from the person, wait a week and follow up with them. If still nothing, move on to the next one.
I've approached some people who just had too much on their plate already and just weren't able to work with me. Or maybe they just didn't like my product or didn't feel that it would fit in with what they were doing.
It happens. Don't take it personally.
The trick is to not quit after the first "no." Forming powerful, mutually-beneficial alliances with successful businesses is the best strategy available to us. And it is well worth your time to continue pursuing joint ventures.
Just one well-structured, well launched joint venture can bring in an avalanche of profi
What is the culture in your organization? When mistakes are made what is the first question asked? "Who's to blame?" or "What can we learn from this?"If the first question is "who is to blame," you may be creating a culture of fear and intimidation. The result of this culture is to stifle creativity and progressive thinking while fostering an environment where everyone plays the C.Y.A. (Cover Your A___) game.Failure to learn from mistakes results in crisis management because either no decisions are made out of fear of making a bad one, or bad decisions are repeated because no one knows the correct response.However, when you foster an environment where mistakes are seen as opportunities to learn rather than point fingers the result is better decisions, greater accountability (people are more prone to admit an error if they know their head won't be cut off as a result) and continual growth and improvement.Try this approach:1) Check out the facts
Many people have tried using this strategy and have failed miserably. I'll explain why so many fail, and I'll also share a simple, but powerful strategy that can help you succeed where most have failed.
The most powerful secret to successful joint ventures is to realize that asking for a joint venture is very similar to "making an offer to a prospect." Asking for a joint venture is no different than trying to sell to a prospect.
If you can understand this one simple concept, you will have great success with joint ventures.
Let's disect this further...
If you were to sell to a prospect, what would you do to make your offer more effective?
Here are a few techniques you could use:
First and foremost, get the prospect's attention!
Clearly outline all the powerful benefits of the product/service and OFFER, and answer the "WIIFM" question (What's In It For Me) for the prospect.
Establish the "uniqueness" of your offer so that you stand out amongst other offers.
Make the prospect feel unique and special
If you use just the above few techniques, your offer would be much more effective than most other competing offers, wouldn't you agree?
Well, guess what...you can use these same techniques to make your joint venture proposals effective!
When you're working on forming joint ventures, see the other business owners as "prospects." You need to get their attention, outline the benefits, make them feel special !
Sure, you can just offer the other person a cut of the profits if they agree to endorse your product to their list. But everybody else is already doing that! And these days, that's not enticing enough.
You see, when most people approach other businesses for joint ventures, they are only focused on what they can get out of the deal -- which is getting the other person to endorse a product/service for them.
And that's why so many people fail at this.
Here's a much better way of doing it...
First, grab their attention! Think of all the common ways people approach others for joint ventures. Then, make your offer different! If everybody else is sending their offers via email, send yours via regular mail. If regular mail is very commonly used, use FedEx. If FedEx becomes common, pick up the phone and present your offer on the phone.
Use a subject line that will get their attention. Make an offer that will get their attention! Remember, if your offer doesn't get read, the deal with never happen.
If everyone is offering up to 50% of the profits to their JV partners, be unique and offer more!
Add special bonuses or other unadvertised perks that no one else will get except your JV partner's customers. Treat them extra special, because they are!
You are not making a one-time deal with these JV partners. You are working on building an ongoing and solid relationship with them.
Also, do a little research and get to know the person you're about to make a deal with. Make the person feel special. If there is something you admire or respect about them, let them know! If you are a customer of theirs and have found their product/service to be valuable, mention it to them. Everybody loves flattery.
Do whatever it is you can to make your JV offer stand out! Make them an offer they would be crazy to pass up!
And do not use a form letter or one of those generic software-generated notes. Any seasoned marketer will smell that stuff a mile away. Instead, put your heart into it. Make it unique. Use existing forms and email samples only as a guide.
Here's another tip that's extremely powerful...
Shift your focus to the other party and ask yourself "What do they need? What can I offer them that would be of value to them?"
Marketing consultant and author Robert Allen said something very interesting when he was promoting his most recent book. He wanted to get invited into the Oprah Winfrey show. But instead of asking himself "How can I get on Oprah's show?" he asked a better, more useful question... "What does Oprah want on her show?"
Do you see how that little shift of focus can create a world of difference on the results you'd get?
Here's something else you can do that's also very powerful and effective...
Offer to help the other person with something first. Anything. Without bringing up your joint venture offer. Then, when you've created some value for them, you can ask them to help you out with something. (Say a joint venture, perhaps?)
Do you see how this strategy differs from what most people try to do out there?
Heck, I've even seen people requesting joint ventures by just sending a one-line email note to the other person which reads, "Want to promote my product? Here's my link..." Do they really expect me (or anyone for that matter) to even respond to that note? It just doesn't work!
Be unique! Create value for them first! Make it worth their while. Make them an offer they can't refuse!
And finally, keep in mind that no matter how great your offer is, not everyone will say "yes" to it. If you don't hear back from the person, wait a week and follow up with them. If still nothing, move on to the next one.
I've approached some people who just had too much on their plate already and just weren't able to work with me. Or maybe they just didn't like my product or didn't feel that it would fit in with what they were doing.
It happens. Don't take it personally.
The trick is to not quit after the first "no." Forming powerful, mutually-beneficial alliances with successful businesses is the best strategy available to us. And it is well worth your time to continue pursuing joint ventures.
Just one well-structured, well launched joint venture can bring in an avalanche of prof
Do you know what your genius work is? It's the highest and best use of your time. It's the best leverage your business has in the marketplace.You're doing your genius work when your activities are producing the greatest results in the shortest period of time.You know you're doing your genius work when you enter the state of flow - that state when time is altered for you. When you are so engaged in what you are doing that hours can pass without you noticing.When you are not spending as much time as possible doing your genius work, your business is a struggle. It's difficult and frustrating. And it is not going to be a place that makes your heart sing or your feet want to jump out of bed in the morning.To identify your genius work, ask yourself these questions: Out of all the tasks that must be done in my business, which ones can only be done by me?What do I do in my business that has the biggest impact on the bottom line?<
Sure, you can just offer the other person a cut of the profits if they agree to endorse your product to their list. But everybody else is already doing that! And these days, that's not enticing enough.
You see, when most people approach other businesses for joint ventures, they are only focused on what they can get out of the deal -- which is getting the other person to endorse a product/service for them.
And that's why so many people fail at this.
Here's a much better way of doing it...
First, grab their attention! Think of all the common ways people approach others for joint ventures. Then, make your offer different! If everybody else is sending their offers via email, send yours via regular mail. If regular mail is very commonly used, use FedEx. If FedEx becomes common, pick up the phone and present your offer on the phone.
Use a subject line that will get their attention. Make an offer that will get their attention! Remember, if your offer doesn't get read, the deal with never happen.
If everyone is offering up to 50% of the profits to their JV partners, be unique and offer more!
Add special bonuses or other unadvertised perks that no one else will get except your JV partner's customers. Treat them extra special, because they are!
You are not making a one-time deal with these JV partners. You are working on building an ongoing and solid relationship with them.
Also, do a little research and get to know the person you're about to make a deal with. Make the person feel special. If there is something you admire or respect about them, let them know! If you are a customer of theirs and have found their product/service to be valuable, mention it to them. Everybody loves flattery.
Do whatever it is you can to make your JV offer stand out! Make them an offer they would be crazy to pass up!
And do not use a form letter or one of those generic software-generated notes. Any seasoned marketer will smell that stuff a mile away. Instead, put your heart into it. Make it unique. Use existing forms and email samples only as a guide.
Here's another tip that's extremely powerful...
Shift your focus to the other party and ask yourself "What do they need? What can I offer them that would be of value to them?"
Marketing consultant and author Robert Allen said something very interesting when he was promoting his most recent book. He wanted to get invited into the Oprah Winfrey show. But instead of asking himself "How can I get on Oprah's show?" he asked a better, more useful question... "What does Oprah want on her show?"
Do you see how that little shift of focus can create a world of difference on the results you'd get?
Here's something else you can do that's also very powerful and effective...
Offer to help the other person with something first. Anything. Without bringing up your joint venture offer. Then, when you've created some value for them, you can ask them to help you out with something. (Say a joint venture, perhaps?)
Do you see how this strategy differs from what most people try to do out there?
Heck, I've even seen people requesting joint ventures by just sending a one-line email note to the other person which reads, "Want to promote my product? Here's my link..." Do they really expect me (or anyone for that matter) to even respond to that note? It just doesn't work!
Be unique! Create value for them first! Make it worth their while. Make them an offer they can't refuse!
And finally, keep in mind that no matter how great your offer is, not everyone will say "yes" to it. If you don't hear back from the person, wait a week and follow up with them. If still nothing, move on to the next one.
I've approached some people who just had too much on their plate already and just weren't able to work with me. Or maybe they just didn't like my product or didn't feel that it would fit in with what they were doing.
It happens. Don't take it personally.
The trick is to not quit after the first "no." Forming powerful, mutually-beneficial alliances with successful businesses is the best strategy available to us. And it is well worth your time to continue pursuing joint ventures.
Just one well-structured, well launched joint venture can bring in an avalanche of prof
If you’re like most Americans, you probably enjoy concerts, Broadway shows and sports games. However, attending the special event is only half the battle. Finding tickets is where the battle really begins. It’s not uncommon for eager fans to wait at the box office for hours just before the place even opens. Ever been in the position where the guy in front of you bought the exact two seats you wanted to buy for you and your girlfriend? This is where buying tickets online rescues you.Buy Those Concert Tickets Online:• There are usually advanced sales offered when buying concert tickets online. This means you get first dibs at seeing Bon Jovi up close and personal.• Some sites that offer tickets online give you numerous choices of where you sit. Don’t like row G? Opt for row B.• Many ticket sites even give you maps and outlines of venues, making your decision even easier.• Some online ticket services offer hard-to-find tickets, so if a show is sold-out, don’t worry.<
Also, do a little research and get to know the person you're about to make a deal with. Make the person feel special. If there is something you admire or respect about them, let them know! If you are a customer of theirs and have found their product/service to be valuable, mention it to them. Everybody loves flattery.
Do whatever it is you can to make your JV offer stand out! Make them an offer they would be crazy to pass up!
And do not use a form letter or one of those generic software-generated notes. Any seasoned marketer will smell that stuff a mile away. Instead, put your heart into it. Make it unique. Use existing forms and email samples only as a guide.
Here's another tip that's extremely powerful...
Shift your focus to the other party and ask yourself "What do they need? What can I offer them that would be of value to them?"
Marketing consultant and author Robert Allen said something very interesting when he was promoting his most recent book. He wanted to get invited into the Oprah Winfrey show. But instead of asking himself "How can I get on Oprah's show?" he asked a better, more useful question... "What does Oprah want on her show?"
Do you see how that little shift of focus can create a world of difference on the results you'd get?
Here's something else you can do that's also very powerful and effective...
Offer to help the other person with something first. Anything. Without bringing up your joint venture offer. Then, when you've created some value for them, you can ask them to help you out with something. (Say a joint venture, perhaps?)
Do you see how this strategy differs from what most people try to do out there?
Heck, I've even seen people requesting joint ventures by just sending a one-line email note to the other person which reads, "Want to promote my product? Here's my link..." Do they really expect me (or anyone for that matter) to even respond to that note? It just doesn't work!
Be unique! Create value for them first! Make it worth their while. Make them an offer they can't refuse!
And finally, keep in mind that no matter how great your offer is, not everyone will say "yes" to it. If you don't hear back from the person, wait a week and follow up with them. If still nothing, move on to the next one.
I've approached some people who just had too much on their plate already and just weren't able to work with me. Or maybe they just didn't like my product or didn't feel that it would fit in with what they were doing.
It happens. Don't take it personally.
The trick is to not quit after the first "no." Forming powerful, mutually-beneficial alliances with successful businesses is the best strategy available to us. And it is well worth your time to continue pursuing joint ventures.
Just one well-structured, well launched joint venture can bring in an avalanche of prof
Internet businesses are a growing part of today's commerce. There are many business opportunities on the web and the trick is to find the one that's right for you.Internet businesses include e-stores, selling objects on eBay, and turning your crafts into a moneymaking business.An Internet business is perfect for someone who is retired, a stay-at-home mom, or someone wanting to earn a little extra money.Many opportunities are available for those looking for money on the Internet. The advantage of having an Internet business is that you are your own boss and you set the schedule.You can expect to get out of your business, what you're willing to put into it. Be prepared to market if you have a web site and if you offering a service,you must advertise.So, what are some Internet businesses that you can work from home?There are sites that you can go to and take on-line surveys, take part in focus groups and try out new products. It takes a while to b
Do you see how this strategy differs from what most people try to do out there?
Heck, I've even seen people requesting joint ventures by just sending a one-line email note to the other person which reads, "Want to promote my product? Here's my link..." Do they really expect me (or anyone for that matter) to even respond to that note? It just doesn't work!
Be unique! Create value for them first! Make it worth their while. Make them an offer they can't refuse!
And finally, keep in mind that no matter how great your offer is, not everyone will say "yes" to it. If you don't hear back from the person, wait a week and follow up with them. If still nothing, move on to the next one.
I've approached some people who just had too much on their plate already and just weren't able to work with me. Or maybe they just didn't like my product or didn't feel that it would fit in with what they were doing.
It happens. Don't take it personally.
The trick is to not quit after the first "no." Forming powerful, mutually-beneficial alliances with successful businesses is the best strategy available to us. And it is well worth your time to continue pursuing joint ventures.
Just one well-structured, well launched joint venture can bring in an avalanche of profits for you, not to mention all the new customers you can add to your list. It's a win-win for everyone involved.
Don't be afraid to ask for a joint venture. If you don't ask, you are guaranteed to not get it.
By following just the handful of tips provided in this article, you will greatly increase your chances of striking powerful joint venture deals.
Although, if you would really like to get all the powerful joint venture secrets, to really master this highly profitable technique right now, as well as other powerful marketing strategies of the top minds, just get the fr.ee report mentioned below...
To your success!
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