Product launchers: Here's an idea...

It is frustrating, but at least they are giving it a go! although I got asked to review a product, due to my honest and blunt approach and anyone that knows me or have visitied any of my sites, knows I am the Simon Cowell of the IM world and speak my mind and will say something is rubbish if I think it is!

The products I review I always take action on to see if they are viable before promoting on any sites of mine or sending to my list! Now this seller asked me to do a review and I told him I will get back with a full review and consider affiliating with it in 2-3 weeks from the time he asked!! ..............well I got a really shirty reply saying 2-3 weeks is no good for him his product was launching in 2-3 days and stated he no longer wished to have his product reviewed from me!! (fine by me)

But as you stated above, why do people just think you will take their product on and promote it for them??? I'm happy to do reviews for any honest product but at least give me time to do it!! I can not review properly unless given time to pull it apart and take action!!! how do these people survive in the business world is beyond me!! and as a result I've noted down this sellers name and will avoid doing any reviews let alone buying any of his products!! we all love fast cash, but we all want a sustainable business first and foremost!!! thanks for the post!!

I agree with you Gene, I'm relatively new to the WSO world but I'm planning on giving affiliates at least a week and half to 2 weeks notice before launch. I think it makes more sense for the product creator too because it allows more time for affiliates to come on board.

Wow that's honestly really helpful to read...seriously!! I haven't had any big launches or anything to that extent at all and that's a GREAT guideline to keep in mind in the future. Good share man.

Gene, I know I asked for your assistance, and probably rushed it through somewhat, so I do apologise.

Sometimes, what would normally take someone a week, might end up taking them a fortnight - because life got in the way.

We're all busy

BTW, Im launcing soon - you in?

Thanks for the brilliant read, I also think that the extra couple of weeks is also helpful to create some bonuses to get behind the product you're promoting.

Well if it's a solid product with solid tools, I'll snatch up and spin a prewritten email and blast a list.

I don't need two weeks for that.

I am following a coaching program that recommends to give 6 weeks notice before launch day to a respective JV partner

Is this about right?

The OP makes a good point. Further, its the big affiliates with actual lists who already have launches on their calendar. Warriors with little to no prospects may be able to act quickly, but so what?
Note: I think 6 weeks is too long though.

It makes sense from the product launcher's end too. When I promote a product as an affiliate, I typically sell three or four times as many units if I have the time to carefully construct my campaign. I can create pre-sell teasers, a personal video, and final email for the close.

Gene, what you are saying makes a good amount of sense. Other than you already stating that money loves speed, I cannot think of other good reasons to plan a launch like how you are describing people have been. I am in 100% agreement with you, thanks for getting your thoughts out there, maybe more launchers will change their ways. This is also helpful for others who are considering launches as well!