Affiliate Buzz | Affiliate Marketing / Affiliate Programs / Internet / Online / Social Media Marketing - James Martell

Affiliate Buzz | Affiliate Marketing / Affiliate Programs / Internet / Online / Social Media Marketing - James Martell

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  • Affiliate Buzz #161 – You May Be Surprised to Learn Why Fresh Content Gives You Such A Competitive Advantage
    In this edition of the Affiliate Buzz audio newsletter, James Martell, successful publisher, speaker and author meets with his wife Arlene to discuss the importance of continually fresh content, ways to take advantage of that content and using simple, affordable ways to improve the appearance of your articles, header graphics and videos.
    When it comes to adding fresh content to any website many webmasters find themselves asking how much, how often and to what level? During this edition James addresses these questions and more, emphasizing a need to make this happen and ways to do it within a simple budget.
    Not only does adding fresh content help your site compete in the natural search engines it helps give you the leading edge in the realm of social media. With the growing population flocking to networks like FaceBook, Twitter and even their cell phones your high quality new content gives them a reason to come back to your site and spread the word to all their friends.
    Listen in as James and Arlene go into detail on the many advantages out there to adding regular, high quality content to your websites. As an added edge they explain a simple way to find quality images to improve the look of your articles and overall website appearance.
    Don't miss this edition of the Affiliate Buzz if you want to join the ranks of cutting edge publishers giving their visitors the best content they can and how you can take advantage of that content.
    Listen to this edition of the Affiliate Buzz as James and Arlene talk about:

    * The importance of fresh content
    * Taking advantage of social media networks using quality content
    * Simple and affordable ways to improve the look of your pages and website

    And if you are...
    Ready To Get Serious About Affiliate Marketing?
    If you are ready to get serious about succeeding online and earning a full or part-living with affiliate programs -- I invite you to check out my Affiliate Marketers SUPER BootCamp Homestudy Program.
    26 min
  • Affiliate Buzz #158 – You Will Easily Be Able to Determine which of the “Top 8” Affiliate and Internet Marketing Conferences is Best Suited to Help You Succeed in Your Online Efforts!
    In this edition of the Affiliate Buzz audio newsletter, James Martell, successful publisher, speaker and author meets with Arlene Martell on the call to discuss the various conferences available in the industry.
    If you're one of the dozens of affiliates who have yet to attend one of the many conferences available this is the call for you. James and Arlene talk about the top conferences that they have attended themselves in the hopes of helping affiliates just like you find the right conference to attend.
    To kick off the call you'll hear about one of the biggest conferences around today, Affiliate Summit. This conference is actually held in two locations, Affiliate Summit East and West both offering an opportunity to meet merchants and explore potential partnerships.
    Moving on from Affiliate Summit you'll become familiar with the Blog World Expo and its growing conference around the blogging industry. Next in line, Commission Junction University offers a luxurious conference with many perks to attendees. James shares an inside look at what you will experience.
    Another spectacular conference is the invitation only ShareASale Think Tank. This is a conference you want to get invited to with its luxurious resorts and top of the line service. Moving right along you'll hear about a new comer on the scenes, the Affiliate Convention.
    Next James touches on one of his and Arlene's favorite conferences, The System Seminar. He shares exactly why this is his favorite and gives an inside perspective on the quality of this seminar for all your marketing needs.
    Finally you'll hear about the Ad-Tech conference. James shares his experience with his first visit to Ad-Tech and his surprise at the size. This is a great conference that covers various aspects of the industry providing individually focused discussions throughout.
    Listen to this edition of the Affiliate Buzz as James and Arlene talk about:

    * Affiliate Summit
    * Blog World Expo
    * Webmaster World's "Pubcon"
    * Commission Junction University
    * ShareASale Think Tank
    * Affiliate Convention
    * The System Seminar
    * Ad-Tech

    And if you are...
    Ready To Get Serious About Affiliate Marketing?
    If you are ready to get serious about succeeding online and earning a full or part-living with affiliate programs -- I invite you to check out my Affiliate Marketers SUPER BootCamp Homestudy Program.
    23 min
  • Affiliate Buzz #157 – James Talks with His Wife Arlene about their Recent Trip to Attend the ShareASale Think Tank 2009′ in beautiful Newport Beach, California
    In this edition of the Affiliate Buzz audio newsletter, James Martell, successful publisher, speaker and author chats with his wife Arlene about their recent trip to California to attend the ShareASale Think Tank 2009' in beautiful Newport Beach.
    Together they talk about Disneyland and how they bookend a conference by staying a few extra days before or after. It is a great way to see the attractions in a new city you may never visit again. It make sense to make the most of your stay since you already paid for airfare.
    James shares his insight into what the ShareASale Think Tank is, how it works and what you can learn by spending time with other affiliates, merchants and program managers. Listen how making these connections can really benefit your online business.
    Together they talk about Disneyland and how they bookend a conference by staying a few extra days before or after. It is a great way to see the attractions in a new city you may never visit again. It make sense to make the most of your stay since you already paid for airfare.
    Listen to this edition of the Affiliate Buzz as James talks with Arlene about:

    * Spending a few extra days before or after a conference for a break-ation
    * Coming home from a conference with valuable information and connections
    * How to get invited to this ShareASale Think Tank exclusive event
    * An upcoming contest for a FREE pass to Affiliate Summit West 2010' in Las Vegas

    And if you are...
    Ready To Get Serious About Affiliate Marketing?
    If you are ready to get serious about succeeding online and earning a full or part-living with affiliate programs -- I invite you to check out my Affiliate Marketers SUPER BootCamp Homestudy Program.
    31 min
  • Affiliate Buzz #156 – Aron Kressner, Marketing and Operation Director at The Lazy Environmentalist Shares SEO Secrets He Learned During One-on-One Coaching with James
    In this edition of the Affiliate Buzz audio newsletter, James Martell, successful publisher, speaker and author meets on the call with Aron Kressner, Marketing and Operation Director at The Lazy Environmentalist to discuss the recently completed 8-week coaching session on the website for LazyEnvironmentalist.com.
    During the 8-week coaching session James and Aron addressed the different aspects of running an online business including; Aron's goals, SEO rankings, and content organization.
    Taking a page-by-page approach these two gentlemen were able to crack down on all the ins and outs of each page on Aron's site locating areas for improvement. One of those areas included keyword usage on the page and title tag.
    Aron shares the benefit he received on his site after taking advantage of the 8-week session.
    He shares how his revenues increased 600% after implementing what he had learned from James. Aron lets you in on a few secrets he has learned along the way to really give you an upper hand in the industry and help you succeed online.
    Listen to this edition of the Affiliate Buzz as James and Aaron talk about:

    * 8-week coaching session
    * Assessing the site page-by-page
    * Increasing revenue on pages
    * Tips on what to look for on your own pages

    And if you are...
    Ready To Get Serious About Affiliate Marketing?
    If you are ready to get serious about succeeding online and earning a full or part-living with affiliate programs -- I invite you to check out my Affiliate Marketers SUPER BootCamp Homestudy Program.
    30 min
  • Affiliate Buzz #155 – James Discusses His New Affiliate Marketing ‘Answer Book’ and their Upcoming Trip to ShareASale Think Tank 2009 in Newport Beach, California with His Wife Arlene
    In this edition of the Affiliate Buzz, James Martell, successful publisher, speaker and author talks with his wife Arlene about the release of his new Affiliate Marketing 'Answer Book' and their upcoming trip to ShareASale Think Tank 2009 in Newport Beach, California.
    Not only does the Think Tank offer powerful tools to help you better manage your business it's one of those events that goes all out on fun, luxury and absolutely excellent service. Arlene shares a taste of last years Think Tank that was held at the Grand Del Mar in San Diego, California.
    ShareASale Think Tank 2008 - Last Year at the Grand Del Mar in San Diego, California
    The Think Tank is not only fun and luxury dinners. It's an amazing way for both merchants and affiliates alike to get together and share ideas and match up for potential life long partnerships.
    Attending events like the Think Tank isn't as simple as buying a ticket and heading to the resort. To get on board there is a few key points to get your best foot forward and improve your chances of being picked to attend. James and Arlene talk about how you can apply to attend this very exclusive event.

    Moving on Arlene and James talk about the new Affiliate Marketing 'Answer Book' and how it came to be. Arlene shares how she faces many questions over and over again operating the help desk and how this book will make a lot of people's lives easier.
    This book is filled with practical answers to the most common questions people have as they're evaluating the business, just getting started or looking to go from part to full-time.
    In the 'Answer Book' James answer 26 of the most frequently asked questions about affiliate marketing including:
    Q. How does affiliate marketing work?

    Q. How did affiliate marketing get started?

    Q. Who are the participants?

    Q. How do affiliates get paid?

    Q. Why are companies starting their own affiliate programs?

    Q. How big is the industry?

    Q. How do I join an affiliate program?

    Q. Why are affiliates called 'publishers'?

    Q. What skills do I need?

    Q. What do we publish?

    Q. How do I make money?

    Q. How do I get paid?

    Q. What would it take to replace my current income?

    Q. How long does it typically take to make money?

    Q. How do I select a profitable topic?

    Q. How do I build my website?

    Q. How do I select and register a domain name?

    Q. How do I order and set-up hosting?

    Q. How do I select the software to build my site?

    Q. How do I set-up the software to build my site?

    Q. How do I create content for my site?

    Q. How do I monetize my site?

    Q. How do I promote my website?

    Q. How do I build traffic?

    Q. How do I build repeat traffic?

    Q. What is outsourcing?
    James also talks with Arlene about how he used their personal story of 10+ years in the business to show how the Internet and industry has grown over the years.
    Listen to this edition as James and Arlene talk about:

    * 2009 ShareASale Think Tank
    * What it takes to attend
    * The Affiliate Marketing 'Answer Book'
    * 2007 ShareASale Think Tank and the resulting video - 7 Things YOU Must Look for in a High-Converting Affiliate Program
    * Affiliate marketing is for everyone

    And if you are...
    Ready To Get Serious About Affiliate Marketing?
    If you are ready to get serious about succeeding online and earning a full or part-living with affiliate programs -- I invite you to check out my Affiliate Marketers SUPER BootCamp Homestudy Program.
    26 min
  • Affiliate Buzz #153 – James Martell and his Wife Arlene Share 5 Simple Steps to Getting Organized for Fall Success, PLUS Answer Questions About the Affiliate Marketers SUPER BootCamp
    In this edition of the Affiliate Buzz audio newsletter, James Martell, successful publisher, speaker and author talks with his wife Arlene Martell about how to get yourself organized for success online whether you're building your very first website or taking an existing site to the next level.
    James and Arlene talk about the 5 steps they are taking in their own household to prepare their businesses for the upcoming shopping season from stocking up on office supplies to preparing and cleaning up their computers.
    You will hear the importance of setting a big picture plan before you for your own websites to help you organize your thoughts and stay focused on your goals. Arlene emphasizes the importance of writing your goals down to help you stay focused on success.
    As September rolls in more people are preparing to buckle down and re-focus on their businesses or start a new online business. Arlene and James go over some of the most common questions they are receiving as people get ready to make that commitment.
    They discuss questions like the difference between the SUPER BootCamp and the new One-on-One Coaching series, what to expect from the SUPER BootCamp and who will benefit from the One-on-One Coaching. James explains each of these answers in great detail in helping people better understand each aspect of his training.
    Listen to this edition of the Affiliate Buzz as James and Arlene talk about:

    * 5 Steps for preparing your business for the shopping season
    * Common questions people have when establishing an online business
    * A break down of the SUPER BootCamp and what's in it for the attendees
    * Who will benefit from the One-on-One Coaching offered

    Listen in as James and Arlene help you to see how simple this business really is and a practical way to get your own website up and running for success.
    And if you are...
    Ready To Get Serious About Affiliate Marketing?
    If you are ready to get serious about succeeding online and earning a full or part-living with affiliate programs -- I invite you to check out my Affiliate Marketers SUPER BootCamp Homestudy Program.
    35 min
  • Afiliate Buzz #152 – Mark Schoenrock, RC Airplane Hobbiest and Professional Jeweler, Shares How He Took His Passions And Turned Them Into Profitable Websites
    In this edition of the Affiliate Buzz podcast, James Martell talks with SUPER BootCamp member Mark Schoenrock and discusses choosing a topic you are familiar with, some strategies in building two websites, copywriting resources, the advantages of getting to know your affiliate manager, podcasting, outsourcing and 3 big mistakes to avoid.
    Mark resides in a community about an hour north of Detroit, a city known as the automotive capital of the world. Because of the economy, Mark sees many foreclosures in his city and is thankful for having a way to earn an online income.
    Mark first found James online when he wanted to take his model airplane business online (BudgetRC.com). Like most newcomers to the Internet, he got his site up… then waited and waited but nothing really happened.  He says he simply did not have the skills or knowledge to promote his website.
    After completing the Backlinks Workshop and putting the PAD technique to work, things started to change.  Now a year later, traffic is up 200% and continuing to grow.  Mark has learned to develop a mailing list and use it to hire writers who already have an interest in his topic.  This works great – they were already knowledgeable on the subject and liked to have their names in the author credit.  James and Mark discuss how the PAD technique has helped Mark to now rank number 1 to 3 in the Google search for almost all his keywords.
    As a profession, Mark has been in the jewelry industry since 1977 and developed a wide array of skills including sales, manufacturing, repair, cutting, stone fastening plus more, beyond that of a typical jeweler.  He knew he had secrets he could share to help consumers take the fear out of purchasing, and providing tips to save them money.  Hence, GlitterSecrets.com was created.
    He wanted to develop a site where any question could be answered. He also added his own merchants to the site so visitors could buy jewelry online from someone they trust.  He has a great ebook that is jam packed with insightful information that will guide consumers to make the best jewelry buying decisions possible without spending any more than they need to.
    James asked Mark about the value of getting your merchant on the phone.  Mark found out that they want you to succeed and not only provide you with valuable information; they can give you a boost of motivation and share what is selling and what tools they have to assist you.
    Over the years, Mark has paid a fair penny to have content written until he found a copywriting resource that changes all that.  Even if you decide not to write the content yourself, you should be educated in the process.  He found a course online called “3hourads.com”, paid the $17 and received 15 videos and a PDF plus a 2 page worksheet.  Within days, his copy was converting and he was thrilled with the results.
    When Mark first decided to do a podcast, he was nervous about all the little things, and finally just did it and got them into iTunes.  He found a clever way to get listeners back to his site and on his newsletter list.
    James and Mark discuss how to utilize Google documents to communicate with your writer.  Mark consistently adds 4 articles a week, scours Google alerts for articles of interest and press releases he can use for content.
    Listen to this edition of the Affiliate Buzz as James and Mark talk about:

    * The advantages of selecting a topic you know about
    * A Copywriting resource that is extremely helpful
    * Using the PAD technique to increase conversion
    * Getting the most out of your affiliate manager
    * Using a podcast to increase content
    * 3 mistakes to avoid

    And if you are...
    Ready To Get Serious About Affiliate Marketing?
    If you are ready to get serious about succeeding online and earning a full or part-living with affiliate programs -- I invite ...
    33 min
  • Affiliate Buzz #151 – Dan Maynard Shares the Secrets to Turning Your Passions Into Profits with Affiliate Programs
    In this edition of the Affiliate Buzz podcast, James Martell talks with SUPER BootCamp member Dan Maynard and discusses the appeal of affiliate marketing including the passion behind your website, selecting the right content management system, tips for top rankings, and 3 tips for the beginner.
    Dan discovered affiliate marketing in 2006 when seeking ways to generate supplemental income online. He began by selling computers on Ebay. In his efforts at Ebay he happened upon the option to work as an affiliate and was eager to learn more about this potential income stream. Affiliate marketing soon became very attractive to him as he realized he could have complete control over his business among many other appeals.
    After finding James' Affiliate Marketers Handbook he began to study more on affiliate marketing. One thing that was clear to Dan right away was the importance of picking a topic he would love. For Dan, piano has been a passion for a large part of his life. It took little thought for him to know that would be the passion behind his piano keyboard reviews website. The real work came in organizing how he was going to make it work in regards to content and getting people to his site.

    * Yamaha keyboards
    * Korg keyboards
    * Roland keyboards
    * Kurzweil keyboards

    When deciding on the content management system for organizing content Dan has found himself back and forth between content management systems more than once. He shares some of his challenges with different content management systems such as Drupal and WordPress and how he managed to settle on the perfect one for his business.
    Dan shares some of the secrets, or tricks he credits for getting top rankings in the natural search results. He goes through the different factors and how they work together from page to page on his site. Currently his site is ranking very nicely for over 200 different prime keywords.
    Then he answers the big question, what is the biggest challenge you have ever had and shares exactly what his challenges were. There were trials and doubts that he faced every single day. He tells what he used as motivation during those times and what turned things around for him.
    James asks Dan other common questions he and Arlene receive in the help desk including; is it really possible to rank in the top 10, looking back is there anything you would do differently, is it better to build a site you are passionate about or one you are interested in, and finally what are three tips for someone who is just getting started ? Listen in to hear Dan's answers and key wisdom to apply in your own business online.
    Listen to this edition of the Affiliate Buzz as James and Dan talk about:

    * The appeal of Affiliate Marketing
    * The passion behind your website
    * Selecting the right content management system
    * Tips to top rankings in Google
    * 3 tips to get you started

    And if you are...
    Ready To Get Serious About Affiliate Marketing?
    If you are ready to get serious about succeeding online and earning a full or part-living with affiliate programs -- I invite you to check out my Affiliate Marketers SUPER BootCamp Homestudy Program.
    38 min
  • Affiliate Buzz #145 – As the Affiliate Buzz Approaches its Sixth Birthday, James Announces a New Format for the Show, Plus Shares 5 Tips to Avoiding A Big Mistake Many Affiliates Make
    In this session, James announces it's time for the show to go through a little overhaul, something he has had in the plans for sometime.
    James talks about how the idea for the buzz was born and that it was designed to help students of his trainings through the critical first six to twelve months. It was his hoped that by allowing new affiliates to "listen in" on that inner workings of James' business that it would provide listeners with the inspiration, information and motivation to push them through the learning curve into profitability.
    It succeeded with the Affiliate Buzz being the oldest and longest podcast in the industry. James talks about the positive feedback and success stories they received at the help desk over the years and about running into successful students at conferences such as Commission Junction University and Affiliate Summit.
    James also talks about the format for the new buzz, will include many of the elements of the original, but with some added twists includes industry guests and successful students.
    The new buzz is kicking off on May 15th, will continue to be in or around 30-minutes in length and will share all things important to succeeding online with affiliate programs.
    In this session, James also shares important information about how to avoid a BIG mistake affiliates make when constructing their new website, and offers 5 tips so you won't do the same.
    And if you are...
    Ready To Get Serious About Affiliate Marketing?
    If you are ready to get serious about succeeding online and earning a full or part-living with affiliate programs -- I invite you to check out my Affiliate Marketers SUPER BootCamp Homestudy Program.
    24 min
  • Affiliate Buzz #135 – How Barrack Obama Used the Power of the Internet to Fundraise and Beat Out John McCain for America’s Top Job
    Join James Martell, author of the Affiliate Marketers Handbook and host Charles Johnston as they touch base and discuss how President-Elect Barrack Obama used the power of the Internet to raise funds to beat out John McCain for America's top job.
    James discusses with Charles the warm sunny morning and that he took Justin’s Beamer down to get his Tim Horton’s coffee and took the beach route home. James shares that the waves have white crests indicating that fall is definitely here.
    James and Charles talk about the economic crisis that is occurring world wide and how it is affecting the internet business. James shares a report from England stating that while the sales in the general economy is down the Internet sales is up by 12%. Then James and Charles talk about the recent election and comment on how Obama really went full force on the internet and used the tools available to succeed.
    Listen to this edition of the Affiliate Buzz as James and Charles talk about:

    * Internet as a powerful money making tool
    * Stability online during the economic downturn
    * Ease and convenience of shopping online
    * Tweaking your product page to improve conversion

    James and Charles talk about the impact this collapse in the economy has had on the internet industry. James shares the conversation with his graphics designer and other affiliates and they all share the online, business is still growing. The talk about the stability of online shopping and James shares some examples from his life and what he sees going on around him.
    James and Charles discuss what is going on with EpilepsyMoms.com and the success her site is seeing. James shares the impact she is making on families lives and how it has really helped people. James shares that on average Arlene spends 20-30 minutes a day on her site just being a part of it.
    James discusses with Charles the different aspects of Arlene’s website and what type of products she offers. James shares that she has included both Google AdSense and a merchant offering. He tells listeners the type of merchants that have been placed on the site and how Arlene has presented them. James shares tips to help students make sure they are making changes to their product pages that will help their sales.
    And if you are...
    Ready To Get Serious About Affiliate Marketing?
    If you are ready to get serious about succeeding online and earning a full or part-living with affiliate programs -- I invite you to check out my Affiliate Marketers SUPER BootCamp Homestudy Program.
    30 min

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Since 2003, James Martell has been keeping affiliate marketers inspired, informed and motivated to succeed with affiliate programs. The Affiliate Buzz is the first and longest running podcast in the…