Some practical tips for new CPA marketers

Roman8389 · 10-31-2009, 08:59 AM

Hey all,

These tips are old-hat for the CPA veterans, but lately I've seen lots of new people who are wondering where to start and how to get going. I'm not going to sell you a $37 e-book -- in fact, these tips will hopefully keep you from spending money that you don't have to spend.

Copied from a PM I just sent:

I've learned the majority of what I know about CPA just by reading through the posts here. If you want to get a good understanding of what you can do with CPA, I recommend setting some time aside and going through several pages of the CPA sub-forum; I went all the way back to page 15. You will easily save yourself some money, because you can get the same information on the forum here that you can in a $47 e-book. Also, find a few Warriors that have a good reputation and know what they're talking about, and read through their posts in the CPA section. By doing this, you're getting an indirect form of "mentoring."

It seems to be the general opinion here that getting a mentor who will work with you one-on-one is a very beneficial way to get ahead with CPA, but they don't come cheap, and sometimes the "good" mentors aren't accepting new students. Whatever you do, find out what people think about your would-be mentor, so you know you're getting a good teacher.

Above all, the best way to learn is by doing something. You can learn more by losing $50 to Adwords than by reading a dozen courses on CPA. Of course I'm not recommending that you throw your money away, but the most successful marketers are the doers, not the information sponges that just sit there. Get out there, do something, see if it works, find out why it didn't work, fix it, try again until you make money, and once you make money, scale it up and squeeze every penny out of it before moving on. That seems to be how everyone else is doing it. I'm of the opinion that you shouldn't re-invent the wheel, so if something is working for someone else, do what they're doing and get a piece of the pie.

Hope this is helpful to someone.

Brad

Emarie · 10-31-2009, 09:16 AM

Thanks it was very helpful to me.

Kenster · 10-31-2009, 10:51 AM

Great points Roman. Just to add...

Yes, coaching is very beneficial and can dramatically shorten the learning curve but they are very costly and the truth is that many coaches out there are completely bogus. If you find a great one, it can change your life. I would reccomend getting feedback from MULTIPLE people that were previous students of your coaching prospect to get their feedback. Remember that you want to get multiple opinions because many people will bash their coach because they didnt make a million dollars but maybe they just didnt implement anything the coach was saying or maybe they just werent willing to put in the necessary work. Thats why its important to get multiple opinions and find a common consensus about the coach.

And yes, action and doing is such a powerful learning mechnism in this industry. From day 1 I would recommend startign to get your feet wet. There are ways to do this without risking money. For example, set up a fre blog in a niche topic and start building traffic. Or write articles, youtube videos, etc. These are free or nearly methods to learn about cpa, make money that you can invest in your business. Once you get comfortable, then you can start playing around with the big kids in ppc and media buying etc

Best of luck all!

rachelkane · 10-31-2009, 12:49 PM

I am doing just that, the free way (also the most time consuming) before getting into ppc and media buying, but would this be enough to get accepted in CPA? Do they want to hear that you do aggressive ppc campaigns? I don't wnat to pretend I do when I don't you know? (or should I)

Roman8389 · 10-31-2009, 05:10 PM

Natalie,

For that question, I refer you to a post I made on another thread: CPA Network Inteview Thoughts?

It's better for everyone if you're honest and don't lie about your experience: The network doesn't get suspicious about a shady new affiliate, and you get a clean conscience.

Brad

10-31-2009, 08:59 AM	#1
Roman8389 Active Warrior Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 72 Thanks: 5 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts	Some practical tips for new CPA marketers Hey all, These tips are old-hat for the CPA veterans, but lately I've seen lots of new people who are wondering where to start and how to get going. I'm not going to sell you a $37 e-book -- in fact, these tips will hopefully keep you from spending money that you don't have to spend. Copied from a PM I just sent: I've learned the majority of what I know about CPA just by reading through the posts here. If you want to get a good understanding of what you can do with CPA, I recommend setting some time aside and going through several pages of the CPA sub-forum; I went all the way back to page 15. You will easily save yourself some money, because you can get the same information on the forum here that you can in a $47 e-book. Also, find a few Warriors that have a good reputation and know what they're talking about, and read through their posts in the CPA section. By doing this, you're getting an indirect form of "mentoring." It seems to be the general opinion here that getting a mentor who will work with you one-on-one is a very beneficial way to get ahead with CPA, but they don't come cheap, and sometimes the "good" mentors aren't accepting new students. Whatever you do, find out what people think about your would-be mentor, so you know you're getting a good teacher. Above all, the best way to learn is by doing something. You can learn more by losing $50 to Adwords than by reading a dozen courses on CPA. Of course I'm not recommending that you throw your money away, but the most successful marketers are the doers, not the information sponges that just sit there. Get out there, do something, see if it works, find out why it didn't work, fix it, try again until you make money, and once you make money, scale it up and squeeze every penny out of it before moving on. That seems to be how everyone else is doing it. I'm of the opinion that you shouldn't re-invent the wheel, so if something is working for someone else, do what they're doing and get a piece of the pie. Hope this is helpful to someone. Brad

10-31-2009, 09:16 AM	#2
Emarie Warrior Member War Room Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 15 Thanks: 2 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Some practical tips for new CPA marketers Thanks it was very helpful to me.

10-31-2009, 10:51 AM	#3
Kenster Krazy Kenster War Room Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 5,085 Blog Entries: 11 Thanks: 578 Thanked 1,885 Times in 841 Posts	Re: Some practical tips for new CPA marketers Great points Roman. Just to add... Yes, coaching is very beneficial and can dramatically shorten the learning curve but they are very costly and the truth is that many coaches out there are completely bogus. If you find a great one, it can change your life. I would reccomend getting feedback from MULTIPLE people that were previous students of your coaching prospect to get their feedback. Remember that you want to get multiple opinions because many people will bash their coach because they didnt make a million dollars but maybe they just didnt implement anything the coach was saying or maybe they just werent willing to put in the necessary work. Thats why its important to get multiple opinions and find a common consensus about the coach. And yes, action and doing is such a powerful learning mechnism in this industry. From day 1 I would recommend startign to get your feet wet. There are ways to do this without risking money. For example, set up a fre blog in a niche topic and start building traffic. Or write articles, youtube videos, etc. These are free or nearly methods to learn about cpa, make money that you can invest in your business. Once you get comfortable, then you can start playing around with the big kids in ppc and media buying etc Best of luck all!

10-31-2009, 12:49 PM	#4
rachelkane Warrior Mom Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Social Networking	Re: Some practical tips for new CPA marketers I am doing just that, the free way (also the most time consuming) before getting into ppc and media buying, but would this be enough to get accepted in CPA? Do they want to hear that you do aggressive ppc campaigns? I don't wnat to pretend I do when I don't you know? (or should I)
	Natalie Freelance graphic artist and jewelry designer

10-31-2009, 05:10 PM	#5
Roman8389 Active Warrior Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 72 Thanks: 5 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Some practical tips for new CPA marketers Natalie, For that question, I refer you to a post I made on another thread: CPA Network Inteview Thoughts? It's better for everyone if you're honest and don't lie about your experience: The network doesn't get suspicious about a shady new affiliate, and you get a clean conscience. Brad