by selfemployedblog on July 1, 2009
One thing I can thank internet marketing for is for the constant reminder that the money is in the list. What that saying refers to is the fact that many internet marketers build up their email lists in order to market to their customers on a regular basis. Many network marketers may not be aware of how effective a good autoresponder can be for their business.
I have dabbled with email marketing in the past but not enough to rake in the big bucks like many internet marketers. Even though I have never spent time building up huge lists, I have learned how to use an autoresponder in combination with my network marketing business. An autoresponder can help you generate more leads by simply placing a sign-up form on your web site.
Below are some tips for using an autoresponder to your advantage for generating leads and helping to have them become a part of you team.
1. Choose a good autoresponder. I personally use Aweber because I read the most positive feedback about them and have not had any problem with them whatsoever.
2. Use Aweber’s blog broadcast feature in combination with your blog and newsletter. The blog broadcast will send your blog updates to your subscribers based on the settings that you set. I have it send out every time my blog reaches 3 new posts. This way, it keeps you active in your subscribers mind in between the times you market to them.
3. Populate your autoresponder with your marketing messages. Create a series of emails to send out every 3 to 4 days. If your goal is to sell your products or to get users to join your team, then create emails which highlight the benefits of doing so. I have read that on average it takes 7 emails before a subscriber will take action (which is hopefully to buy your product or join your team.)
4. Give away something free. You see this very often on many people’s web sites, including this one. Create a free e-book or free 7-day email course that will give users value.
5. Use a real email address for your reply-to email. Most internet marketers use a “do not reply” email address for their mailing lists. I don’t recommend this for network marketers. Simply because you want leads to contact you. You don’t want subscribers to feel like you are difficult to get in touch with.
Besides prepopulating your autoresponder, you also have the option of sending out regular emails if you just want to send a random message.
If you have never used an autoresponder before, Aweber offers really good tutorials to teach you how to use their system.
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by selfemployedblog on June 18, 2009
I must say I feel that I’ve made the right decision choosing to join up with Beachbody as a coach. If you have not heard of Beachbody, it is a fitness company that has created some of the most popular in-home fitness products on the market. Maybe you have seen the infomercials for products like P90X or Hip Hop Abs. Beachbody is a network marketing company and I’m having fun learning about network marketing as I plug away each day.
They have great products that I actually use and have no hesitation in recommending. What I truly love about the company’s vision is that it’s all about getting healthy. As you get into shape, you can use yourself as the ultimate testimonial.
How Being a Beachbody Coach Works
Basically, becoming a coach boils down to this process:
1. You use the fitness programs (your choice), eat healthy (they have meal plans with every program as well as online), and get into shape.
2. You earn money on product sales as well as bonuses on what your team buys or sells.
3. Support your coaches and customers with their fitness/business goals.
4. Share the opportunity with others.
What I’ve Learned About Network Marketing So Far
I’ve only been at this officially a little over a week but within that time I’ve learned the following:
1. It is a team effort. Your upline sponsor should be there for you to train you about the business, answer questions, and support you in general. Part of their success depends on you and the same will go for you as you build your downline.
2. It is a real business and you should treat it as such. Yes, it can be fun, and you can do it part-time, but you shouldn’t treat it like a hobby.
3. Part of being in an MLM requires using the product or service and ordering a certain amount of product per month. This is why it’s crucial to like the products or services. The last thing you want to do is start promoting something you don’t really have an interest in, let alone want to use.
4. It’s all about making contact. Similar to internet marketing, it is a numbers game. The more contacts you make, the more likely you will make a sale or get someone to sign up.
My Progress Thus Far
I am currently using the P90 (Power 90) fitness program and I am hooked. I quit my gym membership and find it so much more convenient to work out at home. I’m highly motivated, following the meal plans, and love how I feel after exercising.
You can keep up with my progress on my Beachbody Coach web site.
Overall, I think getting into shape and earning income is a winning combination. Anyone can do this and it doesn’t require any fitness expertise. You just need to be a good example by improving your own health first. I think that is the best benefit. The business portion (residual income) is just a really cool bonus.
With that being said, click here to learn more details.
