Nowadays, it seems that everyone and his cousin have taken to blogging. This form of online self-expression has slowly but steadily taken over the World Wide Web to become somewhat of a phenomenon in recent years. Some people use blogs as their personal journals, some may see them as an outlet for their creative work, and others may just want their own personal place in cyberspace to share thoughts and ideas.
Now, a quick question for the Internet businessman. If you have a blog, can you use it to boost your site's exposure and drive more traffic to it? A blog is great for sharing ideas and posting about things you like or don't like, but can a blog help your online business succeed?
The answer is a definite YES. Your blog can do wonders for your website, but it all depends on the way you utilize its potential power. I'm going to teach you a tried and proven method that has been effective for other website owners, and this method is applicable for any type of blog. You will just need a lot of creativity and some time to make it work.
First thing you have to keep in mind is that most blogs on the Web have a community feel to them. You may think that your blog is your own, since you're the one who installed and developed it. And you may be right. But your blog is also connected to other blogs on the same site. You may also be connected to other blogs that are using the same blogging software as you. This situation guarantees that sooner or later, a person will land on your blog and be able to see all that you have to say. This can also mean that your blog is now getting free advertising within the blogging community. I don't think you need me to tell you how beneficial this can be for your site's traffic.
However, you do have to keep in mind what you're posting as your blog's content. If all you're doing is making posts that promote your products or your business, then you're dead. Believe me, that is not the recommended way to use your blog. Have you seen the Internet lately? It's already overflowing with loads of advertisements for products and services. Be different. Your visitors need a good reason to keep coming back to your blog. Use it to give expert and knowledgeable information about your line of work to your readers. If you're selling a product on your site, talk about it on your blog, and don't just post a measly advertising blurb.
Let's say you're selling power tools on your website. You can write reviews and other useful posts about the kinds of tools you have on your site. What you're doing is providing some insight for your potential customers about the tools you're selling. These blog posts will then be able to generate confidence in your readers and encourage them to actually buy the products.
Another advantage of having a blog is that it makes it easier for interested buyers to get access to the seller (that's you). Usually, readers of a particular blog post are allowed to leave comments on what they've just read. For example, you've just finished a review for the new Ajax power drill. Whenever a reader comes across it and has a question regarding that product, he or she can easily leave a comment. You can then see the questions and post your answers. See? You can now connect with your readers and potential customers personally. This make you much more approachable, as compared to the faceless entity behind the impersonal commercial website.
In addition, your readers will also have the option of subscribing to your blog feeds via RSS or to your newsletters, so they can be immediately notified about any new posts you make. If you have established a reputable standing in your niche, a long list of eager readers will soon be waiting for your next post, and lots more will be coming to your website.
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Cashing in by Blogging
Believe it or not, but it’s actually possible to make money from blogging. One teenager has, in fact, earned $5,000 a month just from making posts on his blog! Of course, not every blogger is this lucky. It does take some skill, and some luck to make money from blogging. What it also takes is some knowledge of how exactly to generate income just by posting blogs. In this newsletter, we will go over three specific methods of making money on your blog: Adsense, Pay Per Lead, and Affiliate Links.
So how exactly do I make money on my blog?
You do it by working with another company that wants to use your blog as a form of advertising. It sounds like selling out, right? Not exactly. The advertising can be as in your face or subtle as you want. And it can still make you money, provided you have enough visitors to your blog.
What is Adsense?
Adsense is a program offered by Google. The program, if installed, will display ads provided by Google.
How do I get Adsense?
You’ll need to go to Google.com, first. At the bottom of the screen is a link for “Advertising Programs”. Click on that. Then click on the link for “Adsense”. Scroll down on the page that comes up and click “Click Here To Apply!” You then fill out the form with information about yourself. After 12-48 hours, Google will notify you via email whether or not your site has been accepted. When you’ve been accepted, set up your ads by doing either of the following:
1. If your blog is hosted on Blogger.com, you can set up your AdSense ads by going to your profile, selecting settings>template>add an element. Then select AdSense and login with your account info. Next, you’ll configure your ads and save the template. That’s it.
2. If you are self-hosting your blog, you’ll have to set up AdSense in more of a manual way. You’ll create your ads(which can be as small or as tall as you want) and then copy the HTML/Javascript code Google gives you. Then you’ll paste it into your blog(on the left, right, or top of the screen).
For the first few days, the ads displayed by Google will be Public Service Announcements. After the ads have been up a few days, though, the ads will switch to ads that are relevant to your blog.
How does Adsense work?
Every time a visitor clicks an Adsense ad, you get a little bit of money(usually around 30-60 cents). The amount you get for each ad clicked depends on the number of unique visitors you receive on your blog. The more visitors, the more money that can be earned.
Google will then send a check or pay you through Paypal once you’ve made at least $100 from the ads.
It is important to remember that Google will penalize you if you click your own ads, or if you ask visitors specifically to click ads. So don’t do that!
Pay Per Click
Pay Per Click is basically just like AdSense, except you don’t just work with Google—you work with multiple companies. BidVertiser is one such company you can sign up with to do Pay Per Click advertising.
How do I get Pay Per Click
You sign up with a site like Bidvertiser and then follow their instructions to set up the Pay Per Click ads on your site.
How does Pay Per Click work?
It works by paying you money each time someone clicks an ad that you display. You won’t get paid for multiple clicks from the same user in the same visitor, nor will you get paid for someone simply visiting your site. You only get paid for legitimate clicks.
Affiliate Links
Affiliate links are basically links which people pay you for. Companies will actually pay owners of popular blogs to post links on their blog. You can do as much Affiliate linking as you want.
How do I get Affiliate Links?
You can get Affiliate links by searching for “Affiliate Link Programs” on the internet. Once you find an Affiliate link program that looks good to you, sign up for it. Then you can follow their instructions for putting the link(s) on your blog.
How do Affiliate Links work?
Like the other two methods mentioned above, Affiliate links work by paying you money each time they are clicked. You get paid for each click per unique visitor.
So that’s it. There’s three legitimate ways to make money from blogging. It is important to keep in mind that the amount of money you are able to make depends on how many visitors your blog draws. If you draw a lot, you’ll make a lot. If not, the money you earn will be modest. But it’s still extra money, so why not do it?
Making money using Adsense, Pay Per Click or Affiliate Link programs is easy and effective. Start monetizing your blog today!
So how exactly do I make money on my blog?
You do it by working with another company that wants to use your blog as a form of advertising. It sounds like selling out, right? Not exactly. The advertising can be as in your face or subtle as you want. And it can still make you money, provided you have enough visitors to your blog.
What is Adsense?
Adsense is a program offered by Google. The program, if installed, will display ads provided by Google.
How do I get Adsense?
You’ll need to go to Google.com, first. At the bottom of the screen is a link for “Advertising Programs”. Click on that. Then click on the link for “Adsense”. Scroll down on the page that comes up and click “Click Here To Apply!” You then fill out the form with information about yourself. After 12-48 hours, Google will notify you via email whether or not your site has been accepted. When you’ve been accepted, set up your ads by doing either of the following:
1. If your blog is hosted on Blogger.com, you can set up your AdSense ads by going to your profile, selecting settings>template>add an element. Then select AdSense and login with your account info. Next, you’ll configure your ads and save the template. That’s it.
2. If you are self-hosting your blog, you’ll have to set up AdSense in more of a manual way. You’ll create your ads(which can be as small or as tall as you want) and then copy the HTML/Javascript code Google gives you. Then you’ll paste it into your blog(on the left, right, or top of the screen).
For the first few days, the ads displayed by Google will be Public Service Announcements. After the ads have been up a few days, though, the ads will switch to ads that are relevant to your blog.
How does Adsense work?
Every time a visitor clicks an Adsense ad, you get a little bit of money(usually around 30-60 cents). The amount you get for each ad clicked depends on the number of unique visitors you receive on your blog. The more visitors, the more money that can be earned.
Google will then send a check or pay you through Paypal once you’ve made at least $100 from the ads.
It is important to remember that Google will penalize you if you click your own ads, or if you ask visitors specifically to click ads. So don’t do that!
Pay Per Click
Pay Per Click is basically just like AdSense, except you don’t just work with Google—you work with multiple companies. BidVertiser is one such company you can sign up with to do Pay Per Click advertising.
How do I get Pay Per Click
You sign up with a site like Bidvertiser and then follow their instructions to set up the Pay Per Click ads on your site.
How does Pay Per Click work?
It works by paying you money each time someone clicks an ad that you display. You won’t get paid for multiple clicks from the same user in the same visitor, nor will you get paid for someone simply visiting your site. You only get paid for legitimate clicks.
Affiliate Links
Affiliate links are basically links which people pay you for. Companies will actually pay owners of popular blogs to post links on their blog. You can do as much Affiliate linking as you want.
How do I get Affiliate Links?
You can get Affiliate links by searching for “Affiliate Link Programs” on the internet. Once you find an Affiliate link program that looks good to you, sign up for it. Then you can follow their instructions for putting the link(s) on your blog.
How do Affiliate Links work?
Like the other two methods mentioned above, Affiliate links work by paying you money each time they are clicked. You get paid for each click per unique visitor.
So that’s it. There’s three legitimate ways to make money from blogging. It is important to keep in mind that the amount of money you are able to make depends on how many visitors your blog draws. If you draw a lot, you’ll make a lot. If not, the money you earn will be modest. But it’s still extra money, so why not do it?
Making money using Adsense, Pay Per Click or Affiliate Link programs is easy and effective. Start monetizing your blog today!
Saturday, May 24, 2008
Free Report of the week: The Internet Marketing Cure
This week free report is "The Internet Marketing Cure". It was written by this guy who is well known for publishing highly controversial reports on internet marketing.
He talks about all kinds of crazy stuff from ebola viruses, to gold rush miners, to a new breed of "silent assasin" he calls "DuRus".
He also gives some of the best advice I've ever read on gaining true focus and clarity, and talks about a no-nonsense plan for taking any business to the same income levels as the "real" big boys are doing.
Go grab your copy now...not sure how long it will be available.
He talks about all kinds of crazy stuff from ebola viruses, to gold rush miners, to a new breed of "silent assasin" he calls "DuRus".
He also gives some of the best advice I've ever read on gaining true focus and clarity, and talks about a no-nonsense plan for taking any business to the same income levels as the "real" big boys are doing.
Go grab your copy now...not sure how long it will be available.
Friday, April 18, 2008
Apply For Best Credit
You probably already know what a credit card is. You see the ads every day - in the television, on the radio, in the newspapers or on billboard advertisements.
Credit cards can be used as a tool, offering many benefits for consumers. Some of these benefits include:
Convenience: With a credit card, you can buy anything you want right away, whether or not you have the cash available at the time. If you’re purchasing a big ticket item like a computer or a washing machine, you don’t have to wait for months until you save up the money.
Emergency Protection: If you’re ever in an emergency, you’ll see how helpful a credit card can be. Whether you’re stuck with medical bills or auto repair fees, using a credit card can help you get back on your feet again.
Security: Large amounts of cash can be lost or stolen. But if your credit card goes missing, you can have the account cancelled and a new card issued without losing any of your money.
Building Your Credit: If you dream of buying a house or really nice car, you need to have a credit history that demonstrates you can take on debt and pay it back on schedule. You can use a credit card to make small purchases and build up your credit score by paying your statement on time.
Choosing the right credit card is a decision that’s more important and difficult to make than most people think.
To make the most of applying online, it is recommended that you take the following thoughts into consideration before applying:
1.) Decide what type of credit card you are looking for. Not all credit cards are the same today. There are reward credit cards, blink-enabled credit cards, business credit cards, retail cards, and prepaid credit cards, to name a few.
2.) Decide how you will use a credit card. Are you a frequent purchaser? If so, then look at reward-based credit cards. Are you planning on paying in full every month? If so, look for a credit card that has no annual fee.
3.) Do you travel a lot? There are many cards available that provide distinctive services – free of charge. Among other things, they include lost luggage coverage and auto rental insurance. Something to consider when choosing a card.
4.) Are you aware of your credit score? If you know that you have a fairly low credit score, then you can find comfort knowing that there are many solid secured credit cards available to help rebuild your credit.
5.) If you are a student, your best bet would typically apply online for a student credit card. These cards are specifically designed to look pass a typical student’s limited credit history while providing useful perks that could meet their collegiate needs.
At applyforbestcredit.com, you can have everything you want about credit cards. They offer the best credit cards online.
They are credit card provider that has a comprehensive service and teaches you everything you need to know about the credit card as well as the other credit cards out there. There are terms such as bad credit, rebate, rewards, APR, cash back cards, credit business cards and more.
Specialists of applyforbestcredit.com Help Center will give tips on any question concerning credit cards.
Go ahead and apply for best credit, but before that you might want to get your credit score first before applying credit card.
Credit cards can be used as a tool, offering many benefits for consumers. Some of these benefits include:
Convenience: With a credit card, you can buy anything you want right away, whether or not you have the cash available at the time. If you’re purchasing a big ticket item like a computer or a washing machine, you don’t have to wait for months until you save up the money.
Emergency Protection: If you’re ever in an emergency, you’ll see how helpful a credit card can be. Whether you’re stuck with medical bills or auto repair fees, using a credit card can help you get back on your feet again.
Security: Large amounts of cash can be lost or stolen. But if your credit card goes missing, you can have the account cancelled and a new card issued without losing any of your money.
Building Your Credit: If you dream of buying a house or really nice car, you need to have a credit history that demonstrates you can take on debt and pay it back on schedule. You can use a credit card to make small purchases and build up your credit score by paying your statement on time.
Choosing the right credit card is a decision that’s more important and difficult to make than most people think.
To make the most of applying online, it is recommended that you take the following thoughts into consideration before applying:
1.) Decide what type of credit card you are looking for. Not all credit cards are the same today. There are reward credit cards, blink-enabled credit cards, business credit cards, retail cards, and prepaid credit cards, to name a few.
2.) Decide how you will use a credit card. Are you a frequent purchaser? If so, then look at reward-based credit cards. Are you planning on paying in full every month? If so, look for a credit card that has no annual fee.
3.) Do you travel a lot? There are many cards available that provide distinctive services – free of charge. Among other things, they include lost luggage coverage and auto rental insurance. Something to consider when choosing a card.
4.) Are you aware of your credit score? If you know that you have a fairly low credit score, then you can find comfort knowing that there are many solid secured credit cards available to help rebuild your credit.
5.) If you are a student, your best bet would typically apply online for a student credit card. These cards are specifically designed to look pass a typical student’s limited credit history while providing useful perks that could meet their collegiate needs.
At applyforbestcredit.com, you can have everything you want about credit cards. They offer the best credit cards online.
They are credit card provider that has a comprehensive service and teaches you everything you need to know about the credit card as well as the other credit cards out there. There are terms such as bad credit, rebate, rewards, APR, cash back cards, credit business cards and more.
Specialists of applyforbestcredit.com Help Center will give tips on any question concerning credit cards.
Go ahead and apply for best credit, but before that you might want to get your credit score first before applying credit card.
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Get $1.00 per referral, $0.50 on 2nd tier
I just heard of this new product XFactor Affiliate coming out from Andrew Fox a few minutes ago, and when I saw that it pays you $1.00 for every lead and $0.50 per lead on the second tier, I knew that it was time to take immediate and massive action. Go check it out..
In 3 weeks time when the "Affiliate X Factor" Coaching program launches you earn 50% recurring commissions paid via Clickbank.
In 3 weeks time when the "Affiliate X Factor" Coaching program launches you earn 50% recurring commissions paid via Clickbank.
Saturday, February 02, 2008
Bumblebee's Weekly Money Update 2008 #1
Each week I will update here the amount of money I make weekly.
Here are the programs that have paid me so far this year:
PayPerPost: $30.00
SponsoredReviews: $6.50
Page Peel Script: $48.00
total=$84.5
Here is what I have pending:
PayPerPost: $30.00
total=$30.00
I will join more get paid program and update here.
Here are the programs that have paid me so far this year:
PayPerPost: $30.00
SponsoredReviews: $6.50
Page Peel Script: $48.00
total=$84.5
Here is what I have pending:
PayPerPost: $30.00
total=$30.00
I will join more get paid program and update here.
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Bumblebee Loves Sponsoredreviews.com - Easy To Make Money
Bumblee joined Sponsoredreviews.com as blogger and got approve for this blog on Jan 14th:
And GOT PAID TODAY! they just sent me money to my paypal. cool:
Not much but not bad for a zero rank blog:) Hope to get a high rank so more opportunities come.
I really enjoy going into this get paid to blog site because you get to bid for your reviews. Advertisers set a price range and bloggers get to send offers for their services to the advertisers. After sending the offers, the advertisers could also send a counter offer and it is now up to the publisher if he/she still wants to do the review.
Payment are sent a couple of weeks after the approval of the post.
Join SponsoredReviews free, and make money easily! sounds like scam? no! I make money with them remember?
And GOT PAID TODAY! they just sent me money to my paypal. cool:
Not much but not bad for a zero rank blog:) Hope to get a high rank so more opportunities come.
I really enjoy going into this get paid to blog site because you get to bid for your reviews. Advertisers set a price range and bloggers get to send offers for their services to the advertisers. After sending the offers, the advertisers could also send a counter offer and it is now up to the publisher if he/she still wants to do the review.
Payment are sent a couple of weeks after the approval of the post.
Join SponsoredReviews free, and make money easily! sounds like scam? no! I make money with them remember?
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