How to get more followers on Twitter

November 2nd, 2008 2 Comments   Posted in Internet Marketing, Twitter

Twitter.com is the most popular microblogging service.  It is a great way to stay in touch with people on the web that have a similar interest has you own.   Plus you just might make a few new friends.

The first step is to signup for Twitter.   Most people will choose to use their real name as their nickname or some other variation.  This can help establish yourself as an expert in your niche.  Next fill out your profile.  It is best to complete your profile, with a picture, before you start following other people.  This will make it more likely that someone will follow you back.

Once you have your profile complete it is time to start following.   Just go to the search function and search on a topic of interest.   Browse a couple of the users to get familiar with their interests.  When you find someone of interest, just click the follow button.  Their updates or “tweets” as they are known in the Twitter world, will start showing up on your home page.

You can also find an authority in your niche and start following their followers.  This way you know that they are interested in similar topics.  Start watching the tweets and get a feel for some of the topics discussed.  Reply to a few and get involved in the conversation.  This will go a long way in attracting followers.

Check out this video from Fank Bruno at http://www.ditchyourjob4im.com

Here is a list of some useful tools:

http://www.twhirl.org/ - The social software client, lots of integration tools

http://getsnitter.com/ - Desktop client for Twitter

http://code.google.com/p/wittytwitter/ - Vista client

Now get out there and start tweeting.  And oh yeah, don’t forget to follow me – http://twitter.com/DanLiptak

The Lamborghini Family Car

October 10th, 2008 1 Comment   Posted in Internet Marketing

Lamborghini has just unvieled a new concept car at the 2008 Paris Motor Show. Many are dubbing this four door model a “family car.” The Lamborghini Estoque Concept takes them in a new and bold direction. So far not many details have emerged, but it will feature all wheel drive, 22-inch wheels and a nice LCD screen on the instrunment panel.

Who wouldn’t want to pile the family in for the next road trip? You can get there fast and in style! No word yet on wether it will come with built in child seats.

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Learn about Internet Marketing Uncut video

August 15th, 2008 No Comments   Posted in Internet Marketing

Here is the first video in the Tristan Bull’s series titled “Internet Marketing Uncut.”

He explains the four main points of making money online:

  1. Create your own product
  2. Create your own website
  3. Build a powerful opt in list
  4. Generate a ton of traffic

More videos can be found by clicking here.

How to Create a Niche Blog

August 2nd, 2008 No Comments   Posted in blogging

A blog is a great way to maintain a web site about a particular interest you may have.  If you like race cars, then you may choose create a blog about it.   This is known as niche blogging.  It can be fun and also a great business.  The steps are pretty easy to follow.

1. Get a domain name related to your niche
2  Setup a web hosting account
3. Install WordPress blogging software
4. Get some plugins for your WordPress
5. Choose a theme for your blog
6. Start posing content to your blog

All it took was 6 easy steps to create a blog!

How To Become A Super Affiliate In Niche Markets

July 28th, 2008 Comments Off Posted in Affiliate marketing

Over the past years, web hosting has grown bigger than it used to be. With more companies getting into this business and finding the many benefits it can give them, the demand for web hosting has never been greater. This is one of the biggest trends today.

 

38 million people have put up their websites online in 2005 alone. It is estimated that by the end of 2008, the Internet sales industry will be a leading business. And to think, majority of those sites will be offering different affiliate programs for people participate in.

 

This only means one thing. It is easier now to find the right web host for your application. The possibility of excellent web hosting companies separating themselves from the rest of the industry is anticipated. 

 

Support will be the number one consideration for people when choosing a web host. It will be obvious that traditional advertising will become less and less effective. Most people would rather opt for the web host based on things that they see and hear. Also based on the recommendations by those who have tried them and have proved to be a successful.

 

This is a great opportunity for web hosting affiliates and resellers alike. There would hundreds of web hosting and programs to choose from that the difficulty in finding the right one for them is not a problem anymore.

 

How does one become a successful affiliate in the niche markets using web hosting?

 

If you think about it, everyone who needs a website needs a web hosting company to host it for them. As of now, there is really no leading hosting industry so most people choose hosts based from recommendations. Usually, they get it from the ones that have already availed of a web hosting services.

 

With the many hosts offering affiliate programs, there is the tendency to find the one which you think will work best for you. Think of the product you will be promoting. Pattern them to the site and see if they are catering to the same things as you are.

 

When you have been with one host for quite some time and seem not to be making much despite all your effort, leave that one and look for another. There is no use in trying to stick to one when you would be before off in another one. Things will only have to get better from there because you already have been in worst situations.

 

Try this out. If you are quite happy and satisfied with your web host, try to see if they are offering an affiliate program you can participate on. Instead of you paying them, why not make it the other way around; them paying you. The process can be as easy as putting a small “powered by” or “hosted by” link at the bottom of your page and you are already in an affiliate business.

 

Why choose paying for your for your web hosting when you do not have to? Try to get paid by letting people know you like your web host.

 

Always remember that when choosing a web host, choose the one that is known for its fantastic customer support. There are also many hosting affiliate programs. Residual affiliate program is also being hosted. This is the program wherein you get paid a percentage every month for a client that you refer. This can allow you to have a steady source of income. With perseverance, you can even be quite successful in this field.

 

There are a lot of niche markets out there just waiting for the right affiliate to penetrate to them and make that dollars dream come true. Knowing which one to get into is being confident enough of your potentials and the good results you will be getting.