Clickbank Vendors / Ebook Makers

Hi AffiliatingAlan

I've not read the abs book, so I can't comment...but it's so more than an eBook

it's a super effective salespage/website that draws people in, tells a story, gets them hooked, overcomes buying objections and promises to fulfil the needs of the reader...who is probably looking for what's on offer

I suspect the content in the eBook is solid too, due to its longevity

I've never sold an eBook alone, there's so much more you can offer, video coaching, audio programs, checklists (people love checklists), forum's, FB groups, webinars etc etc

before you delve into 3-6 months of product creation, I would suggest some detailed research to make sure people want your offering...and will pay money for it.

I've seen many an IM'er not do this and waste themselves a ton of time, effort and money

good luck with it
cheers
Steve

A few points:

1. Mike Geary isn't JUST selling the Truth About Abs ebook, every single customer who buys goes through his upsell funnel of 3 products, and many buy those as well.

2. His email list is FAR more valuable than his front-end customers, which is why he gives 90% commissions to super affiliates. The VAST majority of his money is made on the back-end, through email marketing.

3. If you're planning on taking 6 months to get started, spend those 6 months learning copywriting or how to hire a great copywriter.

4. Mike's results are NOT typical. For every Truth About Abs. there are 1,000 failed products on CB who sell 2 or 3 copies, then disappear into obscurity.

Sure there is still room for more information in this area - pick an area of passionate interest to you, do you only own one book or read one article on it? No - it becomes an obsession...that's why information has sold for decades and will continue to sell.

Many of the top selling ebooks on CB are not crap products - they may not be the best technical products in the world, but they obviously have reached a certain level of usefulness which often is what perceived value is all about

Key is to identify a "crack" in the current systems and capitalize on that THEN deliver a kick-butt product that gets word of mouth and really takes off virally.

For instance, just watched Piers Morgan tonight where he had more than a dozen weight loss and fitness guys - many of whom just came out with their own product or system, each of them had a new hook.

One admitted there were hundreds of different ways to lose weight - but HIS system was one of the few that works long-term (that's a different hook than most weight loss systems that focus on losing X pounds in 30-days)

Yes, copywriting is a critical part too...you can either spend time studying and practicing the craft (which I would advise as any marketer needs to know and at least be proficient at copywriting even if they are going to hire it out) or spend 10K or more to get someone to write a killer letter or produce a killer video sales page for you.

Jeff

There really is lot of money in this
I have seen this, with so much crap you have more chance if you can give worthy product
Just make sure you have course or ebook that is worth it
Then go ahead launch and do advertisement
There is still big space for legit products
And don't forget there are around 200k+ new people joining internet everyday

I have used Clickbank for a number of years now, and I have earned a few thousand dollars selling other people's items. I have seen the old and outdated version of the site get a complete facelift, and I have to wonder why the products haven't followed suit? The website looks incredible now, and I love the overall professional look. I have to say that the products are horrible though. I would think that they also increase the quality of their products, but maybe in the future here. I think it would make a huge difference to the overall quality and value of the site.

Yes, Mike has done quite well for himself. I bought that ebook a long time ago and have been on his mailing list every since. He does provide value though.