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Has anyone checked out VanquishX? or made any money from VanquishX by Alex Shelton? Appears to be similiar software to Commission Siphon.
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I watched the sales webinar. Although it was stated as being live, I had my doubts. I asked a couple questions during the show that did not get replied to. I also emailed the presenter (to his "personal, on at all times" address), without any reply. Only one of the 2 people who promoted it (to me) did reply to my emails. I'm hoping he will keep me posted as he uses his free version to create sites. The basic process itself looks like it would work (with a lot of work). The price for his automation is well out of my reach. It has been almost a week now, and the "one time only event" replay is still online. And, can you imagine that, there is still one license available! He is only selling 5! Must be really poor conversion to his offer (lol). |
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I sat through the replayed webinar and was blown away by the price. The system was just like Commission Siphon which was half the price. I tried CS but found it didn't suit me and my ancient computer. Have just started using Google Affliate X which was a recent WSO for $5 and the software is similar to Vaniquish X and CS. That was only a couple of days ago, so the WSO may still be available contacts Ray Johnson/Robert Black. Good luck
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I have just purchased the supposed "LAST" license (two licenses were revoked due to credit card turndown and one license was remaining when I purchased it. So, after this post and server update, there should be no more licenses left. I am now watching the videos, of which there are six total in the getting started module. I will check the remaining modules, which are broken into the following tabs: Dashboard Research Videos Websites Traffic Training Account Alex seems genuinely honest, so far. He asks that licensees do NOT purchase any more other products on the market no matter how attractive the deal may be, as most are bunk and waste of money and time. He specifically requests that all focus and time be given to his system and automated software. I really could do this on my own without the software, but it would take considerable time for each campaign, whereas the attractiveness of his software is that EVERYTHING is automated and really just a few clicks away. I have a 14-day refund option so I will give this a go and see if it really works. |
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What got me was the traffic aspect of Vanguish. He was making out your press a button and BOOM! you get passive traffic that snowballs as time goes by. Now no offence... But I don't believe that for one minute. So anyone whose got Vanquish X, how does the traffic aspect work? James Scholes |
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Well, I just got off a webinar last night hosted by other IMers and again only 5 licences were available. I got one, started the videos, but had to get a refund due to my mistake of using the wrong credit card. I pinged the support desk asking about the exclusitivity of this program and she assured me that there is a cap as to how many licenses they can sell and that the program is very limited. Well it sounds like it really isn't based on previous posts above. Waiting to get my refund cleared before I decide to move forward again. Andrew claims to have made $40K a month using this exact system. Not sure now what to believe. 14 days doesn't sound long enough to try out this program for results that would warrant the remaining payments. |
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And Amuro's comments about static review sites becoming a thing of the past has got me wondering if any of the above mentioned methods for creating review sites are worth it. | |
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O.K. I just checked the Vanquish X site from a different PC (without the cookies) and the site is CLOSED to the general public. I guess Alex was not kidding about the limited number of licenses (he may have sold more than 5 licenses as he stated on the video... I suspect possibly upwards of a 100 or more licenses), which makes it relatively belivable that this young kid is more honest than most marketers I have come across. Another likely reason why the site was open longer than expected was possibly due to refund requests from those purchasers with buyer's remorse. After all, $1500 is a lot of clams to cough up in this economy. I will spend the next several days thoroughly reviewing the materials and applying the methods and see how it works. Then I will post a review of results after about a month to 45 days or so of applying the methods. Will provide updates between now and then... I also purchased Job Crusher Platinum package and am in the process of reviewing the materials as well. That is a HUGE package - cost about the same and will require a LOT of time just going through materials. Both reviews coming... All in all, along with some WSOs, I INVESTED about $3500 in IM materials in just the last month. |
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WOW Archimedes - that is awesome it is such a minefield 'out there' and knowing what to buy, what works etc is not a cheap business. good luck - look forward to hearing your results Chouxbear |
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The site is not closed. I just clicked the link and do you know that 2 credit card orders did not go through?
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James, I thought the traffic aspect was amusing as well. Its a while ago since I saw the webinar but it was something to do with finding lots of Blogs to post backlinks on if I remember correctly. For his example his search returned 2 related blogs. I stand to be corrected but basically this software seems to be no more than a keyword tool, content scraper and blog commenting tool all of which can be obtained free or a lot cheaper than this. The sites created also were not FTC compliant. As for the false scarcity, this is not the first product I have see this done on with the x number of licenses. Another launch he did with another marketer did the same thing. I bought the product, supposedly the last license but a week later it was still available. I also heard subsequently of other webinars held with other marketers where more licenses were sold. So I wouldn't fall for this again. I cannot say for certain that this would not work but I would be highly suspicious that you would make anything near the kind of money being claimed and also there would be a huge risk of sites getting taken ou tby Google for poor content and no original content. Just my 2 cents. |
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Well guys, I spent the weekend trying to watch the streamed videos, but had problems with the flowplayer based streaming in the member's area. Either the servers hosting the Vanquish X site were overloaded, or flowplayer plain sucks. The videos kept buffering every few seconds and in some cases I sat there for 30 minutes or more before I gave up and refreshed to start again from the beginning... multiple times. I used a wireless 54Mb connection at home in town, and a direct cable 100Mb connection at my ranch out of town, but had buffering problems in both locations, so it couldn't be my laptop or my download bandwidth. Anyway, some of the videos were a real headache to try and watch with all the buffering issues. I wish Alex had downloadable videos as an option, as well as .pdf or .pub files with embedded pics/videos so I wouldn't have had to deal with the streaming issues. That is something I will suggest to Alex's support team. Anyway, from what I was able to view, I gathered the information is pretty straight forward. There is little fluff if any, and I do like Alex's direct approach. The software, at first glance seems pretty basic, though... however, I say this without having used it yet. Based on what I was able to view, I'm pretty sure I could replicate everything the software does on my own with a mish-mash of low-cost or free software programs or free usage-scripted websites, but it would be very time consuming. I guess that is the key - Alex's software makes the whole process more efficient. Which is very important to many marketers with limited time on their hands. There were some functions in the software that tie in everything, from what I was able to see on the videos that might make it all worthwhile. Will provide more details as I use the software and report back. I had also hoped the software could be downloaded and hosted on my own PC or scripted into my own website(s), but alas it is not to be. To use the functionality of the software, you must have an internet connection and log into the member's area. I recently canned my purchases of PAF and upgrades due to that fact and that it was an on-going monthly payment model for access to the viral upgrade. I really hate having to pay monthly for usage. I prefer to make a one-time payment and OWN the user license to the script or software. At this point, the jury is still out for me on this package due to the buffering problems I have been encountering. I may decide to ask for a refund simply because I am not able to view the materials as I would be able to with downloadable videos. However, the information, from what I have been able to view seems genuine and nothing held back. I also did a search on the web for Vanquish X, but nothing worthwhile turns up except this particular Warrior Forum thread. Speaking of which, if you research Alex Shelton right here on WF, you'll find he began posting back in 2008 and you can see the pattern of "growth" as he matures into a real successful internet marketer. |
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I guess you haven't actually bought into the program and viewed some of the member videos. There is MUCH he doesn't show or say on the teaser video about the specifics of how he sets up the VX (Vanquish X) sites. I can't go into specifics for the sake of non-disclosure of privvy info, but based on what I was able to view, his methodology should work... and it can be applied to different situations and models that he doesn't delve into in this package. ![]() Quote:
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Hey guys, Just to let you know I recently had an email about this webinar that I could not attend due to it being at 2am UK time so missed it and it clearly stated would not be repeated. The next day I received the replay. EERRRmmm! no replay?????? So I went ahead and watched it right through. Yes it will work, just the same as any other affiliate marketing. But I believe there are many products being sold here as WSO way way cheaper. Simple Spence brought an app to sell Amazon products on Facebook and also Fuad Tolieb recently teamed up with Troy James to bring you Amazon Viral Profits. So I think the $1500 price tag is a little steep. But you also need to remember Alex is offering personal access to him to help you succeed. Also it claimed there were 2 licenses left due to credit card failure. Only 1 when I went to the sales page. I did not buy this product but due to it being an exclusive and only 5 licenses being sold and of course this thread starting up 2 months ago makes you think a little! Craig |
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There will always be replays for these sort of promotions and alway false scarcity. Nothing wrong with that I guess |
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Jay Boyer is having a webinar about it right this minute. Glad I got a heads up here about the prgm. Can't afford it anyway
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There is another "live" presentation right now. Sure looks to be the same as it was 1 month ago. While I did get a reply to my "this is prerecorded" comment, I did not get a reply to my "only 5 licenses like last month?" comment. And I asked twice before I shut it off. While it might work, they are not truthful about licenses, so what else are they not truthful about. And it costs way too much for me to look into. |
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There is an arm twisted five licenses again. This is software right? Limited amounts of software....right11??!!
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If it did what he said it would do the cost would not be a problem. Then he shows us Kindall who is now making $200. a day after eleven days. And he makes the comment that he will work with Kindall to make a thousand a day. Only five copies left, please hurry and get one, so that I do not get one. Jay will only get a 50% commission so help him grow rich. Hurry only five left. |
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I'm now on this webinar and the host says he had to twist the presenter's arms to get him to issue 5 licences. LOL!
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Yes. Jay Boyer and John Rhodes just presented Alex's webinar today with the same 5 license scarcity BS. How can any ethical marketer think that is ok to do?
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Seven people on my membership sites asked me about VanquishX and sent me webinar links. I did some research and it seems to be a traveling webinar show that repeats with different 'sponsors'. Always just 5 licenses available. Funny thing. I jumped on the webinar today and asked a simple, straight forward question about the traffic component. No answer. Asked again and Jay Boyer announced that his webinar question screen froze up. Probably just the stars mis-aligned huh. The key word in the term "false scarcity" is false as in lie. ...and liars lie. ...and lie ...and lie ...and lie. Any more questions? |
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I was also on today's webinar and also asked about 5 times about traffic while the screen 'froze up'. Alex began the webinar stating that "only his mother and very close friend have this software" so I asked him then why are you selling it? His response to me was that because "This is a one time favor for Jay "......uhmmmm, ok???Finally, of course there was still one license left at the end of webinar. |
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I attended this webinar yesterday as well. I made a comment about how Google would really love this-not! I didn't get any response to that. I can't fathom how Google would. Needless to say, I didn't make it all the way through the webinar as the fishy smell got so strong I had to open all my windows. I usually enjoy Jay Boyer's webinar presentations, but now I will proceed with caution. The system does sound like a time saver. I can't justify the cost however, or the false scarcity tactics that have now become crystal clear to me thanks to the other posts presented here. |
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I attended the webinar and did ask two general questions, and did get a reply to both questions. I did signup but after reading this thread I'll work on getting the refund. Questions - who has a viable program for creating monthly income of around 2-3k per month and is affordable - say less than 2k to get setup and running? |
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Sad, that we see guys we thought were trustworthy peddle this kind of lie.
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MODERATOR Any PRODUCT REVIEWS. ;-) |
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Hi Gifttools, I would recommend something like Unstoppable Affiliate by Andrew Hansen. Its a proven method and Andrew is an honest bloke. He also regularly gives away good free info on his Blog and to his list. You can search the threads in this section and you will see reviews for it. It was released about 2 months ago. Cheers, Donal. |
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Just left Jay Boyer's Vanquish X webinar tonight with some serious doubts. So of course I googled VanquishX and up pops old faithful WF with this insightful thread. I can't say whether VanquishX is legit or not- as I have a great deal of respect for Jay and hope that he did great due diligence before offering this to his subscribers who trust his opnion. What I can say is that I hate the usual "5 licences left schtick" and that you only made the licence for you, but you're only offering this special deal because Jay's people are so nice and "eager to learn"- no need to lay it on like that- then to see that you are on a series of webinar promos for the licence that you will share with only a select few??? Michelle |
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I 100% sure this is another Scam and lie about $90, 000 software, evergreen 5 license available and weekly NO REPLY webinars... haha I will unsubscribe of list of John Rhodes immediately | |
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My husband brought VanquishX Here is the review.... I have watched the vids with hubby and also built part of our site with the software, so I feel that I can give a hands on review The videos are good, to the point, nicely presented - not a biggie The information is good - use some logic and common sense when ranking amazon sites, again no biggie and not overwhelming Onsite SEO, good, just do what makes the SE happy..... same old same old Website builder - VERY easy to use, drop and drag, literally, this is the most impressive part of the entire program Traffic & Back linking - Complete dud, over hyped and undelivered. I can build and rank micro niche sites everyday of the week - adsense and clickbank are the 2 methods that I tend to use, hubby thought of complimenting that with amazon as its an area we were looking to expand to..... think I will stick with what I know works and also my web rentals..... I just really wanted to stop by as there seems to be so many people wanting to know about this system. I am also personally so sick and tired of marketers lying flat out...... look, i love to write copy, and make up catchy lines to draw more customers but there is a point where you are doing nothing but lying for example: "There are only 5 copies left" No there is not, you are lying. You may be a fantastic marketer making loads of money but come on...... integrity above everything is what matters. You lost my respect Shelton....... I know I wont put a dint in your bank balance, you seemed very nice, another ploy by another tricky marketer...... |
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Okay, just finished reading all the posts since i posted last week and I'm here to tell you that the 5 spots the sales pitch keeps promoting at all these webinars is pure bull. I just went back thru the replay and went to the affiliate landing page and tried to order the last copy.. It allowed me to go all the way to paying for it without telling me there were no more copies to be had. I also was subscribed and while I asked for a refund I went through the entire training. Alex talks a good game about how we need to be Google friendly (which we should), but then the only thing I see this high priced system do for me is automate everything up to promoting and getting backlinks. You still need to do all this manual. Automation is great, but when lies are the basis for the system, then I seriously have doubts about its successfullnes. I'll take the money I would have spent on this system and enjoy the Holidays first. |
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Hey lefty359, Don't blame the messenger; it's all marketing. You just need to practice discernment. If the messenger brings you lies.....then shoot the messenger! who are we kidding here the experienced marketers know that thier reputation comes before dollars or your dollar pot ends up empty. The biggest surprise for me was that John Rhodes got on this!! With all the stuff of his own that he sells why he would allow himself and his reputation to go down the toliet is beyond me. Now I second guess the information that I have gotten from him(John Rhodes). If he would do this then what and how far would he go. He is the King of Quality content, to do this?!? I just do not understand..and i guess that i am not supposed to. But I do control my WALLET. This is just my humble opinion. Please do not base your decission to purchase or not from my thoughts. |
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Hi Tom, I agree. I was referred to the webinar by another reputable marketer which surprised me. I made a point of writing him an email expressing my disappointment that he was promoting this type of stuff to his list. I really couldn't understand why he'd risk his reputation like that. Cheers, Donal. |
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In the past several months I've gotten more invites from both Jay B and John R for any and all webinars... I don't think they even screen them.. as long as they can get people on them and make money.
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I have to say, Alex has been prompt in his replies to my emails. We (me and hubby) wrote an email to Alex clearly outlining all things mentioned on this thread - he appreciated our honesty, but did not address what we felt were major issues with the marketing of the product. We found his methodology in KWR a little tricky, just different to how I build web rentals and niche sites, and he did give use 15 leads on KWR I want a refund - hubby wants to give these sites a go...... |
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Hi, all. Wow, the thread is beginning to pick up steam. I resolved the video streaming issues by setting the disk usage for flow player to "unlimited." Watched some of the videos. Played with the "2-minute VX site" software, only to find there are script errors. Spent two hours trying to get it to work to set up my subdomain for Amazon Affiliate approval on their servers, but it just didn't happen. I gave up on it. I will set up my own domain and set up a Vanquish X site for Amazon affiliate approval instead. The live Q&A session which I missed referenced the problem as a software upgrade that is going on right now. In the recorded Q&A session, Alex also mentioned that there will be more features that will be added and the Research Tool will also be improved. However, their Niche Research Tool seems to work well. I'm relatively sure the results from the tools can be had from other software(s) that is/are less costly, but usually they are around $100 a month to use. If I consider using a monthly pay type research tool, this $1500 system would pay itself within 15 months. The Niche Keyword Research Tool is broken down into information display groups of "Idea," "Niche" and "Insights." The "Idea" box displays several associated actions based on keywords consumers may use to research based on the keyword you are researching. For example, if I type in "Kindle" for the Keyword research, then the Idea box displays several keyword associated actions. For example, "Where to buy Kindle." If I click on "Where to buy Kindle" in the Idea box, then the Niche box displays several results further broken down into: 1. Niche 2. Advertiser Competition 3. Last month's searches 4. Average Searches 5. Search Engine Results Pages 6. Keyword Effectiveness Index 7. Rating (based on Amazon's 5 star system?) 8. Action (which then displays info in "Insights" box) In the "Insights" box I have a repeat of some data from the Idea box, plus CPC, CPA, domain name availability, and an "Action" button that will put that particular niche into the marketing planner for setting up a VX site. This info is obviously gleaned from Google, Amazon and a domain name search service. All of this info can be gleaned from individual research, but this tool makes it simple and all in one. The Websites tab on the main page then allows one to start a campaign and uses sitebuilder code built in to the site to set up sites. The Traffic tab then allows one to manage all the sites you have set up and allows commenting via blog networks. to generate traffic, backlinks, and page rank. The tool also allows quick research on and usage of already existing product reviews for your website(s). This particular info is gleaned from Article Snatch, Helium, Buzzle, and Article Dashboard (based on the keyword: kindle). This basically sums up the whole package along with the video training. What is my opinion on the price? Costly up front... it would be a good price if indeed therer were only 5 licenses being sold. However, based on the comments on this thread I think we all can agree there are a LOT more licenses being sold then 5. I think if I had known in advance it was a false scarcity tactic, I wouldn't have paid more than $500 up front. However, this being a "Lifetime" usage license with free software and tools upgrades built-in, it makes for a decent package, albeit expensive up front. If there are other tools or a tool that does all these things at a lower cost and just as simply, I would probably go that route. Suggestions, anyone? |
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One more thing. Because I had video streaming issues and my trial subscription was runninng out, Alex gave me an extra extension on the trial. I think that was fair. That leaves me another few days to try out the system before I decide to continue or cancel. Their tech support is pretty good at responding... typically within 24 hours or sooner. The false scarcity license marketing does bother me quite a bit, as several hundred to several thousand people doing the same thing would really put a crimp on the idea of owning one of ONLY 5 LICENSES. However, when I go to Vanquish dot com webpage, it displays membership as "CLOSED." I wonder if a permanent cookie or script is being used to display that to current members, or is the membership really closed??? |
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I bought VX 1 week ago. Not impressed? Where's the beef? It seems to me that a Wordpress-based solution, with all the Amazon feed plugins, the Amazon themes, and the ability to easily clone with WPTwin (which I own) make VanquishX look inferior. For $1500 I don't see the value other than perhaps a pretty good keyword research module and that it is fairly speedy. On top of all that, all the on-site and off-site SEO has to be done manually. Heck, there are Wordpress SEO plugins that automate most of the on-page stuff -- where VanquishX does not. VanquishX appears to be a product for newbies who otherwise are unaware what Wordpress-based Amazon sites can do. But for the well-informed...where's the beef? If I am overlooking something obvious, please let me know. So here's my question...wouldn't I be better off with Wordpress? I don't know the BEST Wordpress theme solution, but someone here surely does. Thoughts? |
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So, I gather you are getting a refund? I think I agree Vanquish X is overpriced at $1500 since we all know more than 5 licenses have been sold. There is no way they can continue to market Vanquish X for over a month now without selling those supposedly 5 limited licenses. On that reason alone, I may get a refund because it ticks me off to learn that yet another seemingly "honest" marketer is out to get what he can get from consumers who believe in the sales pitch. I thought the FTC put dishonest marketers and campaigns out of business, but look at all the 1-click software garbage that has been inundating the marketplace lately. Caveat Emptor. Do you know of a Keyword Research Tool that I can purchase or use that has similar functions at a much lower cost? I would really appreciate any input from WF members on this. Can any experienced WF member recommend Wordpress SEO plugins that work without downgrading your website standing in the eyes of Google? I noticed some of the automated backlinking software and plugins on the market actually hurt your website ranking rather than assist in improved ranking. Thanx Warriors! Quote:
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| Active Warrior Join Date: Nov 2011
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I wonder when are people are going to learn there is no magic in internet marketing, not for $50 and not for $1500,- It all comes down to the same and there are no magic-shortcuts. The price is only based on how much people are willing to spent. |
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You want quality backlinks? Sign up for paid monthly services like BuildMyRank and other private high PR blog networks. Or find high PR blogs yourself with Scrapebox and post relevant comments manually if you don't want to spent much. | |
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| Active Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: currently, Arizona
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O.K. Firefox is the browser that works with the Vanquish X site's subdomain software/script. I played with it last nite and still found what I thought were scripting errors even with Firefox. The video I selected did not cut off at the times I specified. Tried it over and over with the same results. However, Vanquish X's tech support, which I admit is very good (responding within 24 hours - often within 8 hours) did point out that the video cutoff issue is actually NOT an issue and is designed only to allow Amazon ads to appear and disappear - not to control the video flow. I dare to say at this point that Vanquish X's support staff is the best part of the program, but the remainder of the package has questionable value for me, as the information I have viewed so far is not anything unique, nor the software worth $1500, as I have found a few that are actually quite good. One in particular plugs right into Wordpress and its ease of use and cost factor is phenomenal... a real bargain! Anyway, back to Vanquish X review : When I looked at the traffic module, I was really disappointed. That is one of the most important aspects of any program, but there isn't much unique Alex goes into - just the basics I have learned myself from experimenting and studying up from other packages I had already purchased for far less. For Alex to charge $1500, he really needs to delve more into this section of the program and spill his guts. As for SEO and website design, I think I will be better off just sticking with Wordpress and SEO plug-ins that are currently available. Wordpress has a multi-site option which can be VERY handy in managing multiple sites through a single admin panel. I must admit, though, that Alex's built-in website design system is stupid simple - even a complete novice will be able to set up a site and get going within 24 hours. As for the keyword research tool, although it is simple in usage and convenient, same functions can be had from other software on the market at much lower prices... or even free with Google's services, for example. I skimmed through/watched a few more videos since the streaming issue was resolved, but the information isn't anything new or unique really. Similar info can be had for far less $$$ here on WF or from legit clickbank offerings (please check WF for member reviews before purchasing anything from clickbank!). I had really hoped that Vanquish X would be the simple all-in-one answer for me, but at this point, I have to admit that it is primarily designed for complete newbies without any IM experience or knowledge what-so-ever. Even then, I think the entry price is steep based on the $$$ of offline and online marketing products and services I have purchased over the years. Hope this info helps any others who may be looking into purchasing this program. |
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| Active Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: currently, Arizona
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P.S. I have applied for a refund. Vanquish X is a dud... especially at $1500. If I knew everything I know now about the program, I probably wouldn't fork out more than $150 - at the most.
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| The Conversion Professor War Room Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Sandy, Utah, USA.
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Anthony Morrison is pushing this now to his list. I started the webinar, then promptly came here to see what the "Real" story was. I let the webinar run in the background as I did other things, he's just now talking about the 5 licenses... LOL (But it's only 5 per webinar, right?) Link shows only 1 license left right at the time he announces the link. He says 3 left on the webinar later too. It's painful to let it run anymore. After reading everything here obviously I'll pass on this one. Stick with the basics. Thanks again warriors, for saving me time and effort investigating this one. As I shut the webinar down, I thought it would be interesting to hit the "Live" training link again, and what do you think happened... It was starting again "Live" right then too...LOL |
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| Bzzzy Warrior Member War Room Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Honey High
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I saw it initially with the John S. Rhodes/Jay Boyer promotion, and made the mistake of trusting his "14 Day - No questions asked Refund." I spent 8 days trying to use the program, with virtually no support provided. (I was really surprised when Archimedes mentioned "that Vanquish X's support staff is the best part of the program"!) Every question that was submitted received a reply that seemed to come from an inexperienced marketer trying to offer the best GENERIC answer that they could. Upon my request for a refund, this was the AUTOMATICALLY GENERATED email response I received. (I spoke to another member in a Skype group who received the EXACT same response): Quote:
Well, since I was convinced the program wasn't all that it was promoted to be (and I started to see the posts here claiming that the ONLY 5 LICENSES limitation was being plundered all over the world), I insisted on the full refund. Since I attended the recorded webinar, I know of at least two other promoters who have pushed this program. His program which is being limited to 5 licenses has to have sold about 10X that many licenses by now!! Alex responded to my full refund with a note that he would submit my request for a refund, but it would take up to 7 business days to process. That's what irritates me most. They can process your card in less than an hour to TAKE your money but to give it back takes a week and a half?!?! I'm still waiting to see if my CC is even credited back. | ||
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| Warrior Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Texas, USA
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I got a very strong recommendation from a so called "trusted" guru, you may have heard of him, xxxxxxx - on second thoughts decided not to call him out as a liar, to sign up and watch the webinar today Nov 28th, to cut a long story short, this what I discovered after doing 5 mins of research "The webinar is a once off event/ will never be repeated" - False, it has been presented previously Oct 5th and Nov 16th at least "The Webinar will not be recoded" - False, it tool me just 2 mins to find a copy of it online "There will be no replays" - False, what do you think the recording is for? So much for this trusted guru, full of BS like all the rest! |
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