Idea to Hire a Sales Force off Craigslist

McManigal · 11-03-2009, 02:26 AM

Hearing about all of the people hurting for money and out of work gives me an idea.

I'm thinking about hiring some people from craigslist from different states to sale my link building service to local businesses that have websites and then pay them a commission.

I figure I could just paypal them the commission after they get someone to buy the service. They could either search for sites in their area and then stop in to talk to them or call them directly to tell them that their site would rank better if it had more links.

I think people with sites that aren't webmasters are my best demographic and it's a risk free way to make sales.

What do you guys think?

Michael Lewis · 11-03-2009, 02:36 AM

I think its a good idea and maybe expand your biz faster that way. Almost like outsourcing but instead giving the Jobs back to your local community. (USA or wherever your at)

McManigal · 11-03-2009, 03:33 PM

Any other thoughts?

Joel · 11-03-2009, 03:43 PM

FYI, there are tons of ads on Craigslist to sell web services on a commission basis. Look at a variety of Craigslist cities under "Sales" jobs. Get a feel for what they offer & what % they are paying.

After reviewing the Craigslist ads, which often include local web services providers, you need a KILLER answer to this question: "Why should I go to work for you, instead of all the other people running ads?"

Hint: if others can give the same answer as you came up with ... your answer won't get you any salespeople.

Joel

McManigal · 11-03-2009, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Joel

FYI, there are tons of ads on Craigslist to sell web services on a commission basis. Look at a variety of Craigslist cities under "Sales" jobs. Get a feel for what they offer & what % they are paying.

After reviewing the Craigslist ads, which often include local web services providers, you need a KILLER answer to this question: "Why should I go to work for you, instead of all the other people running ads?"

Hint: if others can give the same answer as you came up with ... your answer won't get you any salespeople.

Joel

Thanks for the heads up. I think I've got an angle.

McManigal · 11-03-2009, 05:40 PM

They charge $25 for job listings. I always wondered how craigslist makes their money. I guess I just found out.

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McManigal HyperActive Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Salt Lake City Posts: 194 Thanks: 16 Thanked 16 Times in 4 Posts	Idea to Hire a Sales Force off Craigslist Hearing about all of the people hurting for money and out of work gives me an idea. I'm thinking about hiring some people from craigslist from different states to sale my link building service to local businesses that have websites and then pay them a commission. I figure I could just paypal them the commission after they get someone to buy the service. They could either search for sites in their area and then stop in to talk to them or call them directly to tell them that their site would rank better if it had more links. I think people with sites that aren't webmasters are my best demographic and it's a risk free way to make sales. What do you guys think?
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Michael Lewis Social Media Marketing War Room Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Madison, Wi Posts: 209 Thanks: 228 Thanked 16 Times in 16 Posts Social Networking Contact Info	Re: Idea to Hire a Sales Force off Craigslist I think its a good idea and maybe expand your biz faster that way. Almost like outsourcing but instead giving the Jobs back to your local community. (USA or wherever your at)

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McManigal HyperActive Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Salt Lake City Posts: 194 Thanks: 16 Thanked 16 Times in 4 Posts	Re: Idea to Hire a Sales Force off Craigslist Any other thoughts?
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Joel HyperActive Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: , , . Posts: 462 Thanks: 29 Thanked 209 Times in 55 Posts	Re: Idea to Hire a Sales Force off Craigslist FYI, there are tons of ads on Craigslist to sell web services on a commission basis. Look at a variety of Craigslist cities under "Sales" jobs. Get a feel for what they offer & what % they are paying. After reviewing the Craigslist ads, which often include local web services providers, you need a KILLER answer to this question: "Why should I go to work for you, instead of all the other people running ads?" Hint: if others can give the same answer as you came up with ... your answer won't get you any salespeople. Joel

11-03-2009, 05:40 PM	#6
McManigal HyperActive Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Salt Lake City Posts: 194 Thanks: 16 Thanked 16 Times in 4 Posts	Re: Idea to Hire a Sales Force off Craigslist They charge $25 for job listings. I always wondered how craigslist makes their money. I guess I just found out.
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