Here’s a question I received today…

I’ve just received the email and now have complete access to your website. From what I’m understanding, I now need a website (which I don’t have nor know how to get one. I thought you would be providing this. I’m definitely not website & internet savvy.) Also, from the Quick Start portion, I’m needing also web hosting and to purchase a domain. I’m currently unemployed and desperate for immediate cash, but I think I’m being asked to spend money at this point. Is this the case? Please advise.

Dear Affiliate,

You can use your affiliate links as a website if you’d like. We simply recommend building a website so you have an ongoing business for years to come. It’s simply a fact that building an online presence makes solid business sense.

However, I understand your concerns and here are some options for you to get started promoting the affiliate program without spending a dime…

1. Create a Squidoo Lens:
Here is a simple way to create a page where you can promote your affiliate links.

2. Posting on Forums:
Here is some information about promoting your affiliate link on forums.

3. Set up a blogger blog:
It could not possibly be easier to set up a blog with http://blogger.com . Just select a name, then a template, and start writing.

Of course, these aren’t our preferred methods to build a long-term business. You will want your own website and your own list down the road, but, we understand that, some of you don’t have any money to invest in your business right now and would prefer to get started without any roadblocks in your way.

Also, here are some free resources for learning more about Internet Marketing…
Free and Discounted Learning

I hope that helps!
Nicole

I’m receiving the same questions from a lot of you.

Nicole, how do I promote these products if I don’t have a list?

My first response (as I’ve been trained very well by Jimmy) is GET ONE!

However, if you’re not ready for that step, you may, instead, purchase advertising through other publishers.

There are both paid and free lists of ezine publishers who sell ads.

I’ll keep adding to this list as I uncover more, but here are a few places to begin:

http://www.directoryofezines.com/
http://www.ezine-dir.com/
http://www.ezinelocater.com/
http://www.mywizardads.com
http://www.moneymakingmommy.com
http://www.ezinead.net/
http://www.red-hot-copy.com/ezinead.htm
http://www.ezinequeen.com/adsales.htm
http://advertisetomillions.com/
http://www.soloadsonly.com
http://www.solo-ads.com/

Of course, I don’t necessarily recommend all of the places above, but it will get you started.

Feel free to add your recommendations below, as well.

Warmly,
Nicole

Believe it or not, we’ve been busy enjoying summer — and working on plenty of new products!

Jimmy has been playing a LOT of tennis, and he just got back from a mission trip.

I have been spending a lot of time in the pool, just took a trip to northern Georgia, and have been busy working on our exciting projects.

I hope you’ve been spending time on fun this summer, too! All work and no play… stinks!

I’ll be posting more about the first announcement tomorrow, so stay tuned.

Warmly,
Nicole