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14 years ago

Martin,

Once again, your genius causes my head to sway uncontrollably!

I have bought all your WSOs and am constantly amazed at the many ways you create to make money. This is no different. What an absolutely FAIL PROOF method. People go to their refrigerators MORE than their PCs! This is absolutely astounding and very easy to do. I can see LOTS of service providers wanting to sign up for this method of promoting their business.

Please keep up the good work,

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

chemo,

Thanks for the kind words and I'm really happy that you like my money making ideas. People like you are the reason why I share my ideas, as I enjoy helping other and hearing back from them on what they think of my money making ideas.

All the best,

Martin

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mojo1

14 years ago

What an incredible win for all parties involved.

I have only one question for you pertaining to real estate agents.

Do you believe independent agents or non-independent agents to be more receptive to this type of marketing.

I know they're all commissioned based but I'm thinking those that work under a master agency like a Harry Norman, Keller Williams, type vs a sole agent?

In other words, are Harry Norman type of real estate agents allowed to work outside of their company provided marketing materials?

Thanks for this great share!

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want2knowhow

14 years ago

Great idea....but couldn't it very well be distributed by (and with a higher turnover rate...) like say...a pizza shop or beauty salon? They service way more customers than a realtor any day. Just sayin....

Grrr!! I can't get the sample magnet to show. Darn! Keeps *buffering*..darn computer.

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mojo1

14 years ago

Originally Posted by want2knowhow

Great idea....but couldn't it very well be distributed by (and with a higher turnover rate...) like say...a pizza shop or beauty salon? They service way more customers than a realtor any day. Just sayin....

Nice idea. The pizza owner would probably be far more excited thinking of how many more apartments, condos, homes, etc., his frig magnet will be displayed.

Think Pizza as the main company and moving companies/truck rental, taxi/airport shuttle, maid service, hair salons, daycare, strictly wings eatery(cause i love'm), carpet cleaner and dry cleaners would round out that magnet quite nicely

I live in one of the nicest apartment homes in my community. I think I shall be giving my local pizzeria a call on Monday to pitch this idea.

Many thanks Martin!

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

You can get a better look at the magnet on my website at:

www.NicheBizIdeas.com

and read some other free money making ideas.

I hope this helps,

Martin

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Grrr!! I can't get the sample magnet to show. Darn! Keeps *buffering*..darn computer.

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want2knowhow

14 years ago

Originally Posted by MartinBuckley

You can get a better look at the magnet on my website at:

www.NicheBizIdeas.com

and read some other free money making ideas.

I hope this helps,

Martin

Thanks, Martin! Don't know how in the heck I missed this post! Now, I get exactly what you mean! And with 13¢ per card per 1,000 w/ MagnetsUSA?!?

Oh, boy! Oh boy! Oh boyeee! Now, thats hot!

Martin...you are AWESOME!!! I mean, really! You TRULY ARE....AWESOME!!!

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want2knowhow 14 years ago

Hey Martin...okay, saw the business card and it's cool...but...my brain is on 'over' drive wanting to tweak that card. Here's what I'd do a just a liiiiiil bit differently;

1.) Remove all of the (redundant) area codes from the bottom advertisers.
Why?

Because it's already been established based (on the Realtor's contact info) that these are all local business numbers.

2.) Align the numbers up so folks don't have to visually jump all over to establish which number belongs to which business...it might confuse some folks, especially one's who wear (bi focal) glasses.

Don't make them have to do annoying visual alignment gymnastics. Make it a clean readable, line.

3.) I would have the adverts done in 2 different colors so customers would have an easier time establishing one business name/number from the one above or below it.

I can't tell you how many times I have looked at a listing...and combined phone numbers from 2 different businesses! Sometimes I caught myself and sometimes...

Other than that....it's great! :::

Giving it and this thread 2 thumbs up!::::
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14 years ago

Working with a pizza is a great idea, as i know because I do it every day with
my pizza discount card business, so if I were to combine my magnet idea with
a pizza shop and other local advertisers, I would do my magnet like I found at:

www.my1stchoicegoldcard.com/fridge-ads.html

This money making idea is so simple and easy to do, so I hope
someone takes action on it.

To your success,

Martin

Originally Posted by want2knowhow

Great idea....but couldn't it very well be distributed by (and with a higher turnover rate...) like say...a pizza shop or beauty salon? They service way more customers than a realtor any day. Just sayin....

Grrr!! I can't get the sample magnet to show. Darn! Keeps *buffering*..darn computer.

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14 years ago

Originally Posted by MartinBuckley

Working with a pizza is a great idea, as i know because I do it every day with
my pizza discount card business, so if I were to combine my magnet idea with
a pizza shop and other local advertisers, I would do my magnet like I found at:

www.my1stchoicegoldcard.com/fridge-ads.html

This money making idea is so simple and easy to do, so I hope
someone takes action on it.

To your success,

Martin

I did a search on fridge ads...and I came up with this hilarious, Craigslist ditty!

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maderemark 14 years ago

Originally Posted by want2knowhow

I did a search on fridge ads...and I came up with this hilarious Craigslist ditty!

Thanks. made my day!
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want2knowhow

14 years ago

Originally Posted by MartinBuckley

Working with a pizza is a great idea, as i know because I do it every day with
my pizza discount card business, so if I were to combine my magnet idea with
a pizza shop and other local advertisers, I would do my magnet like I found at:

www.my1stchoicegoldcard.com/fridge-ads.html

This money making idea is so simple and easy to do, so I hope
someone takes action on it.

To your success,

Martin

Thanks, Martin for that awesome link! That's exactly the kind of colorful, multi-ad magnet look I am going for! Businesses would love it!

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By the way, Warrior, Bob (Jake) Ross does something very similar...but not in magnets. He does huge, JUMBO coupon mailers that looks like the one above that get sent out to 10,000 or more households a month thru the US Postal Service's EDD (Every Door Direct) program!

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AlexCN

14 years ago

Great Ideas everyone!

I was going to say NeverTooLate was crazy for thinking people would just randomly throw away useful magnets on their refrigerators... until I saw this monstrosity....

Good lord.... that thing would be in the recycle bin before you could say "Anna's Italian Restaurant".... it looks like a freakin' hybrid of the latest X Box shootem up game crossed with Ugly business cards with a dash of park bench advertising thrown in for good measure!

To each his own I guess, but I like the original one.... small color ad at the top on white br with plain black type...

Originally Posted by want2knowhow

Thanks, Martin for that awesome link! That's exactly the kind of colorful, multi-ad magnet look I am going for! Businesses would love it!

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By the way, Warrior, Bob (Jake) Ross does something very similar...but not in magnets. He does huge, JUMBO coupon mailers that looks like the one above that get sent out to 10,000 or more households a month thru the US Postal Service's EDD (Every Door Direct) program!

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maderemark

14 years ago

Originally Posted by AlexCN

Great Ideas everyone!

I was going to say NeverTooLate was crazy for thinking people would just randomly throw away useful magnets on their refrigerators... until I saw this monstrosity....

Good lord.... that thing would be in the recycle bin before you could say "Anna's Italian Restaurant".... it looks like a freakin' hybrid of the latest X Box shootem up game crossed with Ugly business cards with a dash of park bench advertising thrown in for good measure!

To each his own I guess, but I like the original one.... small color ad at the top on white br with plain black type...

I picked up the WSO that Bob has on helping businesses with their 4 color printing needs. Excellent info - packed with great ideas. I contacted the printer he mentions in the WSO and got a sample of a card similar to what you show in your post. Probably far more effective than the magnet idea with the number of people that can get it immediately as opposed to the "dribble effect" of one magnet at a time passed out by a realtor or other business.

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want2knowhow

14 years ago

Originally Posted by AlexCN

Great Ideas everyone!

I was going to say NeverTooLate was crazy for thinking people would just randomly throw away useful magnets on their refrigerators... until I saw this monstrosity....

Good lord.... that thing would be in the recycle bin before you could say "Anna's Italian Restaurant".... it looks like a freakin' hybrid of the latest X Box shootem up game crossed with Ugly business cards with a dash of park bench advertising thrown in for good measure!

To each his own I guess, but I like the original one.... small color ad at the top on white br with plain black type...

Really...? So, then, I guess if something like this huge 9 x 12 jumbo ad mailer came in your mailbox you'd be disgusted and throw it away, too....:rolleyes: And by the way...these get mailed out to 10,000 + homes...

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maderemark

14 years ago

Originally Posted by want2knowhow

Really...? So, then, I guess if something like this huge 9 x 12 jumbo ad mailer came in your mailbox you'd be disgusted and throw it away, too....:rolleyes: And by the way...these get mailed out to 10,000 + homes...

I'm always looking for a deal. I'd definitely look at the offers - even if were an "ugly" ad.

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AlexCN

14 years ago

Its completely different. One is something you need to live with on your refrigerator. The other is an advertisement that you can look at once and throw in the trash if you are not interested.

I never get 'disgusted' by advertisments, but I dont display them in my kitchen on purpose either

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Vikuna2009+

14 years ago

Originally Posted by AlexCN

Its completely different. One is something you need to live with on your refrigerator. The other is an advertisement that you can look at once and throw in the trash if you are not interested.

I never get 'disgusted' by advertisments, but I dont display them in my kitchen on purpose either

Good point and as you said, theses are 2 different animals, Bob's being the one that gets a one shot to grab attention versus a refrigerator magnet that needs to somewhat blend in. You know its there when you need it.

Eva

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

I'd like to thank everyone for all the great feedback and great ideas on this thread, as you guys are the reason why I share my ideas, as I like to read what other have to say and use those comments to make my ideas better and more profitable, so thanks again for all your suport and comments.

All the best,

Martin

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maderemark

14 years ago

Originally Posted by MartinBuckley

I'd like to thank everyone for all the great feedback and great ideas on this thread, as you guys are the reason why I share my ideas, as I like to read what other have to say and use those comments to make my ideas better and more profitable, so thanks again for all your suport and comments.

All the best,

Martin

You're welcome Martin.

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p8riot 14 years ago

Martin, I would like a refund please. I have not had response to email requests.
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MorpheusMirror

14 years ago

Originally Posted by MartinBuckley

I'd like to thank everyone for all the great feedback and great ideas on this thread, as you guys are the reason why I share my ideas, as I like to read what other have to say and use those comments to make my ideas better and more profitable, so thanks again for all your suport and comments.

All the best,

Martin

Thank you for sparking a great thread. People do keep those magnets sometimes for years that is the beauty of them. But most businesses are just promoting their own stuff, not leveraging the medium properly.

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14 years ago

want2knowhow,

You can get a better look at the magnet on my website at:

www.NicheBizIdeas.com

and read some other free money making ideas.

I hope this helps,

Martin

Originally Posted by want2knowhow

Great idea....but couldn't it very well be distributed by (and with a higher turnover rate...) like say...a pizza shop or beauty salon? They service way more customers than a realtor any day. Just sayin....

Grrr!! I can't get the sample magnet to show. Darn! Keeps *buffering*..darn computer.

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chemo38

14 years ago

Originally Posted by mojo1

What an incredible win for all parties involved.

I have only one question for you pertaining to real estate agents.

Do you believe independent agents or non-independent agents to be more receptive to this type of marketing.

I know they're all commissioned based but I'm thinking those that work under a master agency like a Harry Norman, Keller Williams, type vs a sole agent?

In other words, are Harry Norman type of real estate agents allowed to work outside of their company provided marketing materials?

Thanks for this great share!

Hi Mojo,

I have 3 close friends who are realtors. One is independent, the rest work for big companies. All of them would be interested in this idea. To them, it is nothing more than passing out their business cards to anyone that will accept it. The difference being; this business card is attached to a magnet AND has service vendors names and phone numbers on it. Realtors LOVE new marketing tools and are always looking for new methods. By the way, I sent you a PM.

chemo38

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want2knowhow

14 years ago

Originally Posted by chemo38

Hi Mojo,

I have 3 close friends who are realtors. One is independent, the rest work for big companies. All of them would be interested in this idea. To them, it is nothing more than passing out their business cards to anyone that will accept it. The difference being; this business card is attached to a magnet AND has service vendors names and phone numbers on it. Realtors LOVE new marketing tools and are always looking for new methods. By the way, I sent you a PM.

chemo38

I have an aunt and a good friend who are both Realtor's and yes, this is appealing but that's just one segment of the population and one dimensional thinking. That's why I thought of an even bigger audience who would appreciate and love having these up on their fridge and the business who would not only would love giving these out but who would love another, more interesting way to get permanently superimposed in people's minds and not spend a dime!

Also, think about all the new homeowners...and old homeowners you'd be missing out on! What about the houses that were sold but the agent didn't have these magnets? What about prior homeowners who would love to have such a magnet for emergencies..? What about apartment dwellers? They still have needs and emergencies. What these people all have in common that ties them together is 1.) Needs and 2.) The need to EAT...or if you're a woman...the need to look 'good', which from 12 to 90, women will always go to the hair dresser to get their hair 'did' and men will go to the barbershop to get their hair clipped and shaved.

So, again, a pizza shop, Realtor, Barber Shop or any high customer traffic business would be a great fit for something like this!

Auto mechanic..who doesn't want a reasonably priced mechanic nowadays?
Hair dresser--what woman doesn't want a hairdresser who understands her hair care needs?
Chiropractor...what person complaining of back, neck, shoulder and hip pain wouldn't call?
Shoe Repair...with the cost of everything going up, isn't it cheaper to repair a broken in pair?

So, these places, too, would make for an awesome 'give away' to their customers! I'm just putting my 'own' spin on an awesome basic idea that Martin has put forward.

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14 years ago

Originally Posted by want2knowhow

I have an aunt and a good friend who are both Realtor's and yes, this is appealing but that's just one segment of the population and one dimensional thinking. That's why I thought of an even bigger audience who would appreciate and love having these up on their fridge and the business who would not only would love giving these out but who would love another, more interesting way to get permanently superimposed in people's minds and not spend a dime!

So, again, a pizza shop, Realtor, Barber Shop or any high customer traffic business would be a great fit for something like this!

So, these places, too, would make for an awesome 'give away' to their customers! I'm just putting my 'own' spin on an awesome basic idea that Martin has put forward.

It's your fantastic spin that made it difficult for me to sleep last night. I love your twist on this idea

I have one question regarding payment.

I do not have a business checking account as yet and won't until my dba goes through which could take up to 3 weeks in my county, yeah I know so antiquated. Only in backwards, Georgia

So until then, I won't be able to open a business checking account.

Would either of you want until then or simply ask them to pay via Paypal or gasp...cash?

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want2knowhow

14 years ago

Originally Posted by mojo1

It's your fantastic spin that made it difficult for me to sleep last night. I love your twist on this idea

I have one question regarding payment.

I do not have a business checking account as yet and won't until my dba goes through which could take up to 3 weeks in my county, yeah I know so antiquated. Only in backwards, Georgia

So until then, I won't be able to open a business checking account.

Would either of you want until then or simply ask them to pay via Paypal or gasp...cash?

Thanks!

:::Rubs chin in deep thought::::

Okay, so, why not simply have some free business cards made up through Vista Print with your name on it, used *creatively* making your name your company's name so when they write the check, it's made out to you...

Then, whenever your DBA goes through, you can simply inform them that you've *changed* the name to..blah blah blah. I mean, like..what's the worse that can happen by then? They've already done business with you satisfactorily and businesses and company change their names all the time. So, what would be the big whoop? Know what I mean?

And as far as backwoods, rural *Georgia's* concerned...it ain't all bad. I was born and raised in CT but my dad,moved back *home* to rural Ga once he retired. I bet they've got newer construction of schools, government and commercial buildings than NY, CT, MA and the whole of the Northeast, combined! Heck, the way they're building highways and byways to reach all of those sleepy cities and towns south of Atlanta (Macon/Perry/Warner Robbins..) it was blowing my mind! LOL! I was totally shocked to see such new construction and fast food joints spring up almost overnight!

And one more thing the 'country' got that even the big southern cities don't---true southern HOSPITALITY! I was blown away at going into Motor Vehicle with my dad and it was brand spanking new...and not no cheap construction either! Freaked me out how nice the people were and how helpful. The lady who helped him even knew the people at his insurance company by name and made a quick phone call to get whatever he needed, done. We were in and out in 30 minutes. Try THAT one in Atlanta or anywhere else...pfft! Right. Ain't gonna happen!

Then I come back here and see nothing but dead weight and space. Old and decrepit...and bad attitudes.

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want2knowhow 14 years ago

I'm wondering...is this the type or kind of magnet you are speaking of, Martin?

Refrigerator Magnet

Update: I thought the pic I saw was of a multi card magnet. It wasn't as one of their reps explained. Didn't get a chance to get more in depth as I was on my way somewhere and can't drive and talk; that's an immediate ticket. So, being that it was Friday, I'll simply have to hold tight til Monday to get all of my questions answered.

I will look into Martin's siggy and hopefully finally see the actual magnet that is working.
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NickSway

14 years ago

I believe this was outlined in a previous thread, but you have put a nice twist on it! Great stuff!

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Katie C

14 years ago

this is an awesome share! Put some new ideas in my head, thanks

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NewParadigm

14 years ago

send your own magnet to homeowners with a local # and website local directory to all those services. You could charge the local biz a setup and then get a per lead fee as well when customer connects through your number.

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want2knowhow

14 years ago

Originally Posted by NewParadigm

send your own magnet to homeowners with a local # and website local directory to all those services. You could charge the local biz a setup and then get a per lead fee as well when customer connects through your number.

Oh now see...that's a bit much....a bit too much work. Do you know what it would cost to send those magnets through the mail? That's why it's far cheaper, much more valuable and to the point to have them distributed by well known businesses to their personal customers. They're serving double duty and you've made a decent income that can be doubled, even tripled, simply adding more businesses to an even bigger magnet.

I want to work smarter; not harder.

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want2knowhow 14 years ago
Also, you can do a search for Custom refrigerator or Custom fridge magnets and probably get even better pricing, especially when ordering in higher quantities. MagnetsUSA is one such company.

Magnets USA's® Custom Magnets are made to order!

Choose from a wide variety of formats, custom shapes and sizes to suit your needs or tell them what you want...and they'll create the exact magnet you're looking for. They offer:
- Four- color printing
- Exclusive shapes to reinforce your profession
- Excellent alternative to business cards
- Inexpensive
- Made in USA
Their color business card sized magnets size: 3.5" x 2" are only 13¢ each for orders of 1,000!

Nope. I don't get any 'kick backs'. I'm just proud to do any business with a company & products USA made...

USA made..AND cheap..er, reasonable? Who'da ever thought? :rolleyes: Now that's ingenuity!
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philboy uk

14 years ago

How about tax disc holders with QR codes.
Do you have tax discs in the US ?

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chemo38 14 years ago

Originally Posted by philboy uk

How about tax disc holders with QR codes.
Do you have tax discs in the US ?

No. I can't even imagine what that is....how about posting a picture of one?:confused:

chemo38

P.S. Martin, you are getting some AWESOME feedback from this!
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  Originally Posted by chemo38
  
  No. I can't even imagine what that is....how about posting a picture of one?:confused:
  
  chemo38
  
  P.S. Martin, you are getting some AWESOME feedback from this!
  
  All cars in the UK have to be taxed, and a tax disc is displayed in the windscreen as proof of payment
  
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  Originally Posted by philboy uk
  
  All cars in the UK have to be taxed, and a tax disc is displayed in the windscreen as proof of payment
  
  philboy,
  
  Cars in the USA are taxed as well. We pay the tax once a year when we renew our vehicle registration. We give them money and they give us a sticker we put on the upper right hand corner of our license plate.
  
  I guess it doesn't make a difference where the sticker is put since the dark side still has our money :-).
  
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Kris Johnson Mac

14 years ago

Fantastic post. I have tried something similar, but mainly with wristbands and that made me a good chunk of cash.

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

Kris,

You just sparked my interest and I would really like to hear what you did to make money with wristbands, so please PM me, post here or email me details at: ThePizzaCard@aol.com

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Originally Posted by Kris Johnson Mac

Fantastic post. I have tried something similar, but mainly with wristbands and that made me a good chunk of cash.

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14 years ago

Originally Posted by MartinBuckley

Kris,

You just sparked my interest and I would really like to hear what you did to make money with wristbands, so please PM me, post here or email me details at: ThePizzaCard@aol.com

Thanks,

Martin

Kris - if you don't mind - please share it here!

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shelh39 14 years ago

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markwilson4074

14 years ago

Super cool idea.

Thanks for sharing.

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sandalwood 14 years ago

mojo1,

You said:

"I do not have a business checking account as yet and won't until my dba goes through which could take up to 3 weeks in my county, yeah I know so antiquated. Only in backwards, Georgia

So until then, I won't be able to open a business checking account.

Would either of you want until then or simply ask them to pay via Paypal or gasp...cash? "

Here is what I did before I opened a biz acct. I simply had the owner make the ck payable to my name. If asked why, I told him the truth. I said I own the company and I deposit all checks into my account.

Nobody ever told me to go fly a kite. They simply wrote out the check and we were both happy.

That's how I did it but if you are uncomfortable doing it that way have them make the check to your biz and wait till you get your dba.

Good luck.

Tom
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NeverTooLate

14 years ago

If a real estate agent put a magnet on my refrigerator, I would throw it away. Wouldn't most people? Would you ever call anyone on that magnet? Why?

So if this does not benefit the advertisers on the magnet, it is a one shot deal. It does not benefit everyone involved, does it?

Anyone thinking this through? Are business owners that naive about advertising? They would not even be able to see their ad. Think about it.

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want2knowhow

14 years ago

Originally Posted by NeverTooLate

If a real estate agent put a magnet on my refrigerator, I would throw it away. Wouldn't most people? Would you ever call anyone on that magnet? Why?

So if this does not benefit the advertisers on the magnet, it is a one shot deal. It does not benefit everyone involved, does it?

Anyone thinking this through? Are business owners that naive about advertising? They would not even be able to see their ad. Think about it.

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ShayB

14 years ago

Originally Posted by NeverTooLate

If a real estate agent put a magnet on my refrigerator, I would throw it away. Wouldn't most people? Would you ever call anyone on that magnet? Why?

So if this does not benefit the advertisers on the magnet, it is a one shot deal. It does not benefit everyone involved, does it?

Anyone thinking this through? Are business owners that naive about advertising? They would not even be able to see their ad. Think about it.

Why would they throw it away?

I'm new in town. I just bought a house in a new state/city, and my Realtor is giving me a readily available source for people he/she is recommending for whatever services that are listed.

Many apartment complexes give a "move-in packet" with information about pizza places, schools, water/electric/gas/cable companies, churches, voting registration and more.

This is the same principle on a smaller scale, and I could see where it could be very effective.

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Deidra Renee

14 years ago

I worked in a callcenter that sold this so I know it works. I didn't sell anything though, I was out of there in 3 days lol. They sold spaces on the magnets that come with emergency numbers..police,fire,etc..

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RedShifted

14 years ago

Its funny how I actually value a lot of your ideas and think they're great. Up untill I click onto your website and see nothing but money everywhere. I just can't stay on your website because of the way it looks.

I like a lot of your advice and think you're an intelligent guy, but I believe your website can use a complete redesign - it screams "look at me, I'll make you rich". And even though I know logically its not a scam site, I can't shake that emotional feeling that makes me feel like it is.

I'm also not trying to offend you, I like your work, I just think as far as your website things can be presented a bit ... well, better. Maybe something more subtle could have a much greater impact. And instead of money everywhere, maybe just testimonials? IDK, just trying to help. All I know is the website design bothers me a lot. And I felt the same way last time I checked it out a couple months back.

Thanks for another great idea!

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

I've been meaning to change the background on my website www.nichebizideas.com , as your not the first person to tell me they think it's over the top, so for now I have change it to solid green and I think now your eyes wont be as botherd as before

All the best,

Martin

Originally Posted by RedShifted

Its funny how I actually value a lot of your ideas and think they're great. Up untill I click onto your website and see nothing but money everywhere. I just can't stay on your website because of the way it looks.

I like a lot of your advice and think you're an intelligent guy, but I believe your website can use a complete redesign - it screams "look at me, I'll make you rich". And even though I know logically its not a scam site, I can't shake that emotional feeling that makes me feel like it is.

I'm also not trying to offend you, I like your work, I just think as far as your website things can be presented a bit ... well, better. Maybe something more subtle could have a much greater impact. And instead of money everywhere, maybe just testimonials? IDK, just trying to help. All I know is the website design bothers me a lot. And I felt the same way last time I checked it out a couple months back.

Thanks for another great idea!

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ShayB 14 years ago

I love this thread.

I'm going to attend a biz expo in May. I think I'm going to use a variation of this to help get me some free promo materials (or actually make money off my promo materials).

Love this! Thank you!
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want2knowhow

14 years ago

Yes, this is nice...but even with the way it was before, I guess it really didn't bother me one way or the other. However, what I do like about it now is, it's 'less' busy and your eyes are drawn to the money heading and everything else on the sides and below.

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LynnM

14 years ago

Fantastic idea. For a really cheap option when getting started, you could print them yourself - you can buy inexpensive, printable, easy cut magnetic sheets. Here's an example from a UK store: Buy Printable Magnetic Sheet Online

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P.S. Martin, your website does look better with the new background!

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chemo38

14 years ago

Originally Posted by LynnM

Fantastic idea. For a really cheap option when getting started, you could print them yourself - you can buy inexpensive, printable, easy cut magnetic sheets. Here's an example from a UK store: Buy Printable Magnetic Sheet Online

Lynn

P.S. Martin, your website does look better with the new background!

Great tip, Lynn, thanks!

chemo38

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want2knowhow

14 years ago

Originally Posted by LynnM

Fantastic idea. For a really cheap option when getting started, you could print them yourself - you can buy inexpensive, printable, easy cut magnetic sheets. Here's an example from a UK store: Buy Printable Magnetic Sheet Online

Lynn

P.S. Martin, your website does look better with the new background!

:confused::confused:... but if the advertisers are paying YOU for the chance to reach the buying community..and not a cent is coming out of your pocket....okay, you lost me.

Are you saying you'd do all the printing yourself? Now you're spending money on ink/replacement ink (and if you don't own a printer..)...you're making this job a lot harder than it has to be. At least in my humble opinion. I just don't want to work that hard.

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LynnM

14 years ago

Originally Posted by want2knowhow

:confused::confused:... but if the advertisers are paying YOU for the chance to reach the buying community..and not a cent is coming out of your pocket....okay, you lost me.

Are you saying you'd do all the printing yourself? Now you're spending money on ink/replacement ink (and if you don't own a printer..)...you're making this job a lot harder than it has to be. At least in my humble opinion. I just don't want to work that hard.

Yeah, I get lost quite frequently myself

I was thinking more about when getting started, printing a few yourself to test out the waters, especially if you live in a small community, or for making samples to show business owners exactly how the concept works.

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want2knowhow

14 years ago

Originally Posted by LynnM

Yeah, I get lost quite frequently myself

I was thinking more about when getting started, printing a few yourself to test out the waters, especially if you live in a small community, or for making samples to show business owners exactly how the concept works.

But...but...and this is just a but now

....couldn't you get free samples or mock ups from the printer? I say that because their quality is going to be far superior...10 x's superior to your low quality ink jet printer. They have better machinery and should have no problems creating a mock up for you to show--which will make your potential client customers very happy!

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14 years ago

Originally Posted by want2knowhow

But...but...and this is just a but now

....couldn't you get free samples or mock ups from the printer? I say that because their quality is going to be far superior...10 x's superior to your low quality ink jet printer. They have better machinery and should have no problems creating a mock up for you to show--which will make your potential client customers very happy!

Um...most probably!

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Originally Posted by LynnM

Um...most probably!

The magnet company I work with always provides me with free samples when I request them.
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RedShifted

14 years ago

Originally Posted by MartinBuckley

I've been meaning to change the background on my website www.nichebizideas.com , as your not the first person to tell me they think it's over the top, so for now I have change it to solid green and I think now your eyes wont be as botherd as before

All the best,

Martin

Excellent! Thank you for taking it the right way I like your material a lot so now I can spend more time on your website checking things out. =]

All the best to you too - Red

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Learner4life

14 years ago

Thanks Martin, like others have said, you have some amazing ideas. I always learn a lot from your posts. Please keep them coming. You are a valuable member of the WF

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Vikuna2009+

14 years ago

Here's a couple of thoughts that came to mind...

The idea in itself is a great idea. The only problem I see is distributing them in a timely manner. Which Realtor today (or even before when the market was hot) sells 500 homes in a year? That would be 40+ home sales in a month. Unless you are a SUPER Realtor with a full time staff at your disposal, ain't gonna happen!

More likely, they are lucky if they close ONE deal a month but for the point of discussion, lets say they close 5 deals a month.

500 magnets divided by 5 deals/m = 100 months, or
8.33 years. That is if all is well...

Now, would you, as a potential advertiser, want to wait that long? You might not still be in business.

So, not to just critize and shoot this whole thing down, what can you do?

1. You could have the brokerage advertise and not the individual realtor. That way, even though less personal, the whole real estate office could get potential leads. Still, not the best way to go but, it is a solution.

2. If variable data printing excists for other types of printing material, it should also be possible with magnets, for sure. What the cost in addition would be, I have no idea and some online printers do not do variable data printing. Off to research folks...

For those of you who do not know what variable data printing is, its simply leaving the core by itself and changing a couple of things, such as the realtors name, extension and photo and might as well throw in their cell phone number as well.

I would not give it to them for free since now you have to spend more time. What could you sell it for? Don't know, this is just hypothethical.
If a realtor where to buy their own magnets, what would that cost them? At least charge them the same as it would cost them doing their own because you are the one putting it all together.

Would this version be profitable for you? I have no idea, just tossing it out for you to think about...

Eva

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ShayB

14 years ago

Originally Posted by Vikuna2009+

Here's a couple of thoughts that came to mind...

The idea in itself is a great idea. The only problem I see is distributing them in a timely manner. Which Realtor today (or even before when the market was hot) sells 500 homes in a year? That would be 40+ home sales in a month. Unless you are a SUPER Realtor with a full time staff at your disposal, ain't gonna happen!

More likely, they are lucky if they close ONE deal a month but for the point of discussion, lets say they close 5 deals a month.

500 magnets divided by 5 deals/m = 100 months, or
8.33 years. That is if all is well...

Now, would you, as a potential advertiser, want to wait that long? You might not still be in business.

So, not to just critize and shoot this whole thing down, what can you do?

1. You could have the brokerage advertise and not the individual realtor. That way, even though less personal, the whole real estate office could get potential leads. Still, not the best way to go but, it is a solution.

2. If variable data printing excists for other types of printing material, it should also be possible with magnets, for sure. What the cost in addition would be, I have no idea and some online printers do not do variable data printing. Off to research folks...

For those of you who do not know what variable data printing is, its simply leaving the core by itself and changing a couple of things, such as the realtors name, extension and photo and might as well throw in their cell phone number as well.

I would not give it to them for free since now you have to spend more time. What could you sell it for? Don't know, this is just hypothethical.
If a realtor where to buy their own magnets, what would that cost them? At least charge them the same as it would cost them doing their own because you are the one putting it all together.

Would this version be profitable for you? I have no idea, just tossing it out for you to think about...

Eva

Good point about distribution.

Hm.

How about a mobile home sales biz? They deal in higher volume.

Also - maybe apartment complexes? The info at the top can be contact info for the apartment office, maintenance, etc?

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Vikuna2009+

14 years ago

wo

Originally Posted by ShayRockhold

Good point about distribution.

Hm.

How about a mobile home sales biz? They deal in higher volume.

Also - maybe apartment complexes? The info at the top can be contact info for the apartment office, maintenance, etc?

Re higher volume in mobile home sales. First off, most realtors do not want to sell mobile homes, it de-values their image and secondly, they don't know how to sell them. They are not familiar with the process of park approval, which can be quite daunting to say the least. Financing is almost impossible unless you have stellar credit. And, since real estate is down, a lot of mobile home owners are just walking away from their mobile home to buy a real house. Most agents that sell mobile homes are small time mobile home dealers agent's and have less volume too. So, that is out.

Your second idea re apartment complexes sounds a lot more doable and renters in my area stay an average of `18 months so the turn-over is higher. It would have to be a larger complex though and hopefully the apartment manager wouldn't need corporate approval.

There's a fine line in recommending contractor's, especially for realtors and mobile home sales agent's. It COULD be seen as you are actually endorsing them and if the contractor does anything wrong, they could actually sue you (yes, I've seen it happen more than once).

I would stick to "safer" options such as restaurants, house cleaners, carpet cleaner, lawn care etc. and avoid others. Call me paranoid but I've been there.

Hmm, apartment complexes, yes, I would def look into that, Eva

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ShayB

14 years ago

Originally Posted by Vikuna2009+

wo

Re higher volume in mobile home sales. First off, most realtors do not want to sell mobile homes, it de-values their image and secondly, they don't know how to sell them. They are not familiar with the process of park approval, which can be quite daunting to say the least. Financing is almost impossible unless you have stellar credit. And, since real estate is down, a lot of mobile home owners are just walking away from their mobile home to buy a real house. Most agents that sell mobile homes are small time mobile home dealers agent's and have less volume too. So, that is out.

Your second idea re apartment complexes sounds a lot more doable and renters in my area stay an average of `18 months so the turn-over is higher. It would have to be a larger complex though and hopefully the apartment manager wouldn't need corporate approval.

There's a fine line in recommending contractor's, especially for realtors and mobile home sales agent's. It COULD be seen as you are actually endorsing them and if the contractor does anything wrong, they could actually sue you (yes, I've seen it happen more than once).

I would stick to "safer" options such as restaurants, house cleaners, carpet cleaner, lawn care etc. and avoid others. Call me paranoid but I've been there.

Hmm, apartment complexes, yes, I would def look into that, Eva

Oh, around here Realtors only deal in mobile homes if land is attached, so they sell them at only a slightly higher rate than regular homes.

I was thinking for the mobile home dealers, the magnets could have the dealership name, logo and contact info at the top, along with something that says they love referrals or something like that.

In my area, mobile home sales are a huge deal, with huge dealerships and high volume of sales and a HUGE amount of competition. (Picture 8 mobile home dealerships - HUGE ones - on the main road in most towns around here. Oh yeah, it's a huge business here.)

Apartment complexes range here from small to mega-huge, so that's a definite possibility.

Might get a larger magnet, and have tips on it, plus the apartment complex info (for the manager, the clubhouse, maintenance, after-hours emergency, etc). Maybe even have a set of tips that the manager wants to give the tenants. (Like "Change air filters once a month" "Remember trash pickup is Tuesdays" etc. - whatever the top 5 or ten issues are for the manager.) That way the manager would have an incentive to make sure everyone has them.

They may even give them out to ALL tenants - not just new ones.

Maybe?

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Vikuna2009+

14 years ago

Originally Posted by ShayRockhold

Oh, around here Realtors only deal in mobile homes if land is attached, so they sell them at only a slightly higher rate than regular homes.

I was thinking for the mobile home dealers, the magnets could have the dealership name, logo and contact info at the top, along with something that says they love referrals or something like that.

In my area, mobile home sales are a huge deal, with huge dealerships and high volume of sales and a HUGE amount of competition. (Picture 8 mobile home dealerships - HUGE ones - on the main road in most towns around here. Oh yeah, it's a huge business here.)

Apartment complexes range here from small to mega-huge, so that's a definite possibility.

Might get a larger magnet, and have tips on it, plus the apartment complex info (for the manager, the clubhouse, maintenance, after-hours emergency, etc). Maybe even have a set of tips that the manager wants to give the tenants. (Like "Change air filters once a month" "Remember trash pickup is Tuesdays" etc. - whatever the top 5 or ten issues are for the manager.) That way the manager would have an incentive to make sure everyone has them.

They may even give them out to ALL tenants - not just new ones.

Maybe?

I have NO idea where the "Delta Quadrant" is, lol. I'm in So. Ca and here, space rent is killing it (think $1,000 a month) and I was talking mobile home parks, not private property. Even mobile homes on land has taken a dump here. A friend of mine bought a repo for $50,000 with 2 1/2 acres, when it was on top, appraised at $389,000.

CONDO'S!

A bit higher "quality" inhabitants than apartment buildings. Have the condo association's contact info on there and then list some other biz on there. I would go with a larger magnet, besides biz, include some emergency phone #'s on there as well.

Some slightly larger magnets comes with a mini paper yearly calendar attatched to it but now we are straying from Martin's original idea, lol. Doesn't hurt to brain-storm though...

Eva

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ShayB

14 years ago

Originally Posted by Vikuna2009+

I have NO idea where the "Delta Quadrant" is, lol. I'm in So. Ca and here, space rent is killing it (think $1,000 a month) and I was talking mobile home parks, not private property. Even mobile homes on land has taken a dump here. A friend of mine bought a repo for $50,000 with 2 1/2 acres, when it was on top, appraised at $389,000.

CONDO'S!

A bit higher "quality" inhabitants than apartment buildings. Have the condo association's contact info on there and then list some other biz on there. I would go with a larger magnet, besides biz, include some emergency phone #'s on there as well.

Some slightly larger magnets comes with a mini paper yearly calendar attatched to it but now we are straying from Martin's original idea, lol. Doesn't hurt to brain-storm though...

Eva

The Delta Quadrant has mobile homes all over! Didn't you know!?

I live in SC. Mobile home industry is huge here.

Yes, we're straying from the original idea, but isn't that the beauty of the forum?

Getting ideas and showing different things that can be done?

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Vikuna2009+

14 years ago

Originally Posted by ShayRockhold

The Delta Quadrant has mobile homes all over! Didn't you know!?

I live in SC. Mobile home industry is huge here.

Yes, we're straying from the original idea, but isn't that the beauty of the forum?

Getting ideas and showing different things that can be done?

Ok, I'll stray a little bit more, hopefully Martin won't mind. Doing a magnet for a mobile home dealer, park or private property doesn't matter. HERE, unless you are way out in the boonies, finding a supplier for "spare parts" for mobile homes is very difficult.

Top of the magnet will then have the dealer's contact info and then suppliers of the "spare parts" would be listed as well as the best pizza place

The regular skirting of a mobile home looks like crap but there are beautiful alternatives, that's a listing you could charge WAY more than a $100 for. So far, one down.

A/C and evaporative coolers, listing #2.

Heating systems, #3.

Carport awnings and supports, #4.

Piers and bracing, #5.

Plumbing supplies, bathtubs, #6.

General supplier of a little bit of everything else, #7.

Pizza place, lol, #8.

Mobile home parks here, and not including land, has anywhere from a 100 to 600 homes and there are easily 200 parks in my area and that is an under-statement.

Hmm, I'm really thinking now...

I used to sell them and did really well doing so for many years. Now, in my area, wouldn't want to go back at doing that for anything but this sounds like a great side biz.

Pitch one dealer against another and see who is willing to pay top dollar for being the anchor of the magnet. Yep, there you have it!

Eva

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Vikuna2009+

14 years ago

Here's a link to affordable magnets;

As Low as 7 ¢ | 2x3.5 inch Round Corner Business Card Magnets

Eva

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Alex Makarski

14 years ago

Great idea but I can't say I'm clear on how to get these magnets onto 500 fridges in the neighbourhood.

I see some of these printing deals are cheap enough. How about sending a few kids around to stick those magnets to the door on every home? Put a headline on there to mention "essential services" or something like that. Maybe put a note behind with a bit of copy explaining why they can throw away the note but should keep the magnet and put it on their fridge?

Most entrance doors are metal, at least here they are. Magnets stick to them no problem.

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Vikuna2009+

14 years ago

Originally Posted by Alex Makarski

Great idea but I can't say I'm clear on how to get these magnets onto 500 fridges in the neighbourhood.

I see some of these printing deals are cheap enough. How about sending a few kids around to stick those magnets to the door on every home? Put a headline on there to mention "essential services" or something like that. Maybe put a note behind with a bit of copy explaining why they can throw away the note but should keep the magnet and put it on their fridge?

Most entrance doors are metal, at least here they are. Magnets stick to them no problem.

Doesn't have to be a realtor as the top anchor, it could be any business. You could give them the top spot for free if they give out the magnets to their paying customers. Doesn't limit it to new homeowners but everybody needs some type of service every now and then. Might have to switch the categories around a bit though...

Eva

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maderemark

14 years ago

OK. This is a s simple as it gets: Get any business that makes in-home calls (think any handyman, repairman like furnace, washer, dryer, roofer, pest control service, etc.) tobe the featured business and then restaurants in non-competing niches (Mexican, Italian, Greek, Pizza, etc.) as the paying advertisers below tha main business.

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maderemark

14 years ago

Originally Posted by maderemark

OK. This is a simple as it gets: Get any business that makes in-home calls (think any handyman, repairman like furnace, washer, dryer, roofer, pest control service, etc.) tobe the featured business and then restaurants in non-competing niches (Mexican, Italian, Greek, Pizza, etc.) as the paying advertisers below tha main business.

Oh yes - forgot to ask this: Where do you think they'll put that puppy? The refrigerator of course. Everyone wins.

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maderemark 14 years ago

Originally Posted by Vikuna2009+

Here's a link to affordable magnets;

As Low as 7 ¢ | 2x3.5 inch Round Corner Business Card Magnets

Eva

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14 years ago

Great idea! Found someone on ebay that is selling 1000 4X6 color magnets for cheap. That could give you more space. I was thinking this would work well with local restaurants. Sell half of the ad space to a local restaurant ( maybe even put some of their menu on there) and the other half to local service providers. Bingo!

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agonce

14 years ago

How about doing the following:

Ask 7-8 businesses whether they want to be featured in the refrigerator magnet for FREE, and then feature the real estate guy on a bigger part of the magnetic card for FREE as long as he puts them in peoples houses.
What you have done is, for 100$(thats how much it costs to get the magnetic cards), you have introduced yourself to 8 new business owners and given them FREE advertising what gives you a great opportunity for upsells

If you only sell a service that costs 500$ to only ONE of them, and I'm sure that is highly possible, you have just made a profit of 400$.

To clarify, you should ask to meet those 8 owners in person so you actually build some kind of a relationship with them and also talk to them about what you do

I would not be confident of hitting them with an upsell right away, I would wait after I 'send out' the magnetic cards and then send them pictures of how they look like so that they can actually see this is real ... then analyze their marketing position and see which one of your services can benefit them (ie if they dont have a website, offer them a website) and bamm , call them or just email them, I'm sure you'll have their attention and they will be interested to see what you are offering.

I would suggest to target businesses that have spent some money on any type of marketing.

Let me know what you think guys

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

agonce,

If I were to go the FREE route and offer business free advertising, I would have to say it would be best to work with say a pizza shop and offer to print 1000+ of their ad and coupons on the top half of a 8x10 piece of paper and then promote 6-8 other local businesses on the bottom half and then have the pizza shop deliver that flyer with ever pizza order.

I would also, suggest with the 6-8 other businesses they should be coupons, so each business can see that they are getting results from it and if they do see results, that will give you a better chance to close a paying deal with them, as they know you can produce results and they can trust you now.

Just my 2 cent.

Martin

Originally Posted by agonce

How about doing the following:

Ask 7-8 businesses whether they want to be featured in the refrigerator magnet for FREE, and then feature the real estate guy on a bigger part of the magnetic card for FREE as long as he puts them in peoples houses.
What you have done is, for 100$(thats how much it costs to get the magnetic cards), you have introduced yourself to 8 new business owners and given them FREE advertising what gives you a great opportunity for upsells

If you only sell a service that costs 500$ to only ONE of them, and I'm sure that is highly possible, you have just made a profit of 400$.

To clarify, you should ask to meet those 8 owners in person so you actually build some kind of a relationship with them and also talk to them about what you do

I would not be confident of hitting them with an upsell right away, I would wait after I 'send out' the magnetic cards and then send them pictures of how they look like so that they can actually see this is real ... then analyze their marketing position and see which one of your services can benefit them (ie if they dont have a website, offer them a website) and bamm , call them or just email them, I'm sure you'll have their attention and they will be interested to see what you are offering.

I would suggest to target businesses that have spent some money on any type of marketing.

Let me know what you think guys

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agonce

14 years ago

Originally Posted by MartinBuckley

agonce,

If I were to go the FREE route and offer business free advertising, I would have to say it would be best to work with say a pizza shop and offer to print 1000+ of their ad and coupons on the top half of a 8x10 piece of paper and then promote 6-8 other local businesses on the bottom half and then have the pizza shop deliver that flyer with ever pizza order.

I would also, suggest with the 6-8 other businesses they should be coupons, so each business can see that they are getting results from it and if they do see results, that will give you a better chance to close a paying deal with them, as they know you can produce results and they can trust you now.

Just my 2 cent.

Martin

wow wow MARTIN!! you 'da man !! That's actually an amazing idea, and it will work sooooooooooooo good with Bob's method with the big postcard.

You do the free advertising first, once they see good results, since they are getting clients for free, you show them your shiny unique postcard, and bamm

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want2knowhow

14 years ago

Originally Posted by MartinBuckley

agonce,

If I were to go the FREE route and offer business free advertising, I would have to say
it would be best to work with say a pizza shop and offer to print 1000+ of their ad and coupons on the top half of a 8x10 piece of paper and then promote 6-8 other local businesses on the bottom half and then have the pizza shop deliver that flyer with ever pizza order.

I would also, suggest with the 6-8 other businesses they should be coupons, so each business can see that they are getting results from it and if they do see results, that will give you a better chance to close a paying deal with them, as they know you can produce results and they can trust you now.

Just my 2 cent.

Martin

Like the song featured in the Windex commercial..."I can see CLEARLY NOW THE RAIN HAS GONE!"

Another idea that has popped into my head...is to tell prospective businesses that want to be the main featured or 'Anchor" business with the largest spot...in order to get it at that great (promo) price is...they have to refer other businesses to you! They would also know what price to tell them the spots are going for (say...$250 each?)...

so there is no shock but trust in value because they know one another, personally or professionally and 2, those others want to be connected to whatever they're connected to and possibly get new customers or clients...so..it's The follow the leader type of mentality....

Now, you've got them working for you and working hard to not only get on the magnet...but to be the main featured one at a great price!

Depending on how many magnets are being made, it wouldn't be unheard of to charge a *promo* price of $500. Imagine what it costs them to do a Yellow Page ad or even a printed calendar that they give away--$500 would be a steal/drop in the bucket---and they can control who it gets seen by or given to! You want to build their mindset around 2 things;Saving money and being in control of their exposure!

Okay, off to find a printer who can make me a life sized mock up so I can get this thing MOVING!!!

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Marc Marseille 14 years ago

Great out of the box strategies... I had a chance to visit your site as well...Thanks for sharing.
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  Your welcome and i'm happy to hear you found my free money making ideas website www.NicheBizIdeas.com and you liked it.
  
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Kevin Krebs

14 years ago

Originally Posted by agonce

How about doing the following:

Ask 7-8 businesses whether they want to be featured in the refrigerator magnet for FREE, and then feature the real estate guy on a bigger part of the magnetic card for FREE as long as he puts them in peoples houses.
What you have done is, for 100$(thats how much it costs to get the magnetic cards), you have introduced yourself to 8 new business owners and given them FREE advertising what gives you a great opportunity for upsells

If you only sell a service that costs 500$ to only ONE of them, and I'm sure that is highly possible, you have just made a profit of 400$.

I think your concept of getting your fit in the door is good, but the main problem I see with this approach is training potential clients to "not buy from you." By offering something for free, you will inevitably attract the "freebie seekers" who will have a very hard time actually writing a check to you for any services.

Personally, I think the best way to build a solid long-term trustworthy relationship is to have an "intro offer" such as a $50-$200 transaction to start off. I firmly believe that trust is built when your customer puts their $100 of faith into you producing results for them, which then you just completely over-deliver and more often than not they will scale up their investment, earning you FAR GREATER revenues in the long run.

You can even use a "money-back guarantee" as a selling tool, because at that point if they do not feel satisfied with your work, no matter how AWESOME you deliver services to them in the future (if at all) they will never be happy, and will become a HUGE pain in your ass that you don't need to deal with.

Just my 2 cents!

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humili

14 years ago

I never fancy magnet! So I don't think it is a good idea!

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want2knowhow 14 years ago

Originally Posted by humili

I never fancy magnet! So I don't think it is a good idea!

And in other news....Martin Buckley and his AWESOME low cost and no cost ideas...Rocks!
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bob ross

14 years ago

Martin you've always got good ideas!

I was in rochester not too long ago and was going to ask you a good place to get pizza. I can't remember where we ended up getting it (delivered to our hotel) but the pizza sucked and the wings were amazing.

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want2knowhow 14 years ago

...I feel like Lois Lane! or like I've got a Batman flashlight and you saw my bat signal @ Bob! I gotta ask you something...Can you do magnets like your flyers but not as big and where they are not cut out...or do you know of a great source?

I just think that doing the multi ad magnets are like letting people take (smaller scale) 'baby' steps to MOVING ON UP TO THE EAST SIDE of big boy Jumbo Post Card Mailers... Once they learn one...then the other will be a breeze...and then they'll have 2 ways of marketing!
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brydupont

14 years ago

Anyone, aside from the person who posted this became successful on this?

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Originally Posted by brydupont

Anyone, aside from the person who posted this became successful on this?

No, not chet...but trust me...we're all working on it! We just found out about this late last week, lol.

Martin, one thing, though, that keeps nagging at me is that FREE part. I just can't see giving up prime real estate on it for free. If anything they'll get a lower promo rate but not a free rate...because that magnet isn't some rinky dink business card that'll get tossed. It's a valuable piece of marketing that gets seen over and over by all who passes by it or comes toward it headed toward the 'fridge! It's a semi permanent billboard!

I think however, to make my point clear and to get my point across to them, they have to SEE a magnet mock up to really understand and appreciate the gravity of it all. Once they see just how big and colorful their 'business' card looks on one, they'll each be itching to not only get on it...but fight for the chance to be the main featured one for their area! So, free....ent....just ain't me! My brain just won't accept that. The right side keeps arguing with the left...and the left keeps saying "I don't CARE what you say, and I know what Martin says and is doing....but dammit, I say CHARGE them, anyway!"
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Phobia

14 years ago

What an incredible idea.

Just a quick look at my fridge and I can see it has been done before, but never knew what type of money is involved in making it happen. Awesome!

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hourstoincome

14 years ago

Great Idea Martin! I like some of the ideas on your website as well. I have a question about this though. Don't clients want to see proof of the magnets actually being delivered to the homes being sold in order to build enough trust in you to cut you a $100 check? I'm trying to see it from the clients point of view. Whats your thoughts on this? Thanks again for sharing.

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14 years ago

Hey Martin, I received your PM but I cant send PM's yet because I don't have enough posts. Please send me you email address and I will get back at you. Let's make a deal!

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maderemark 14 years ago

How about schools with their absentee call-in line listed.
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How about insurance agents with local emergency numbers listed?
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dadamson

14 years ago

Great idea!

The magnet looks a bit busy and unappealing, I would perhaps spend more on the magnet design and probably not squeeze as many numbers on it.

Only $100 per advertiser, this method could make double that easily.

This can also be scaled up if you have the time, targeting many different areas and businesses.

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enterpriseunlimited

14 years ago

I like both the original idea and maderemark's concept of niche targeting the primary advertiser vs the second tier advertisers...

I would also brand the magnet *(i.e.- ValuPak), build a mini-site [squeeze page, business directory, online offer, etc], and setup an autoresponder [filled w/ local deals and CPA offers] to send daily/weekly.

This way, you're building a list & a marketable brand that can be monetized and leveraged to make recurring income from both the B2B client and the B2C consumer.

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14 years ago

Originally Posted by enterpriseunlimited

I like both the original idea and maderemark's concept of niche targeting the primary advertiser vs the second tier advertisers...

I would also brand the magnet *(i.e.- ValuPak), build a mini-site [squeeze page, business directory, online offer, etc], and setup an autoresponder [filled w/ local deals and CPA offers] to send daily/weekly.

This way, you're building a list & a marketable brand that can be monetized and leveraged to make recurring income from both the B2B client and the B2C consumer.

Excellent idea. Maybe the magnet might say, "Visit www.yourdomain.com for special offers from these businesses." Like you said, capture their e-mail address and or cell number for SMS marketing. Now you're offering even more powerful value to the advertisers.

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

That is a great idea!

So, your not only making money from the magnet ad sales, but from online ad sales, affiliate sales, CPA offers, etc. and your able to build a mailing list to send other special offers, etc. to increase even more sales and leads.

Thanks again for sharing your ideas.

All the best,

Martin

Originally Posted by enterpriseunlimited

I like both the original idea and maderemark's concept of niche targeting the primary advertiser vs the second tier advertisers...

I would also brand the magnet *(i.e.- ValuPak), build a mini-site [squeeze page, business directory, online offer, etc], and setup an autoresponder [filled w/ local deals and CPA offers] to send daily/weekly.

This way, you're building a list & a marketable brand that can be monetized and leveraged to make recurring income from both the B2B client and the B2C consumer.

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ShayB

14 years ago

I ordered the sample pack from MagnetsUSA.

I'm impressed! I'll definitely be using them in the future.

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maderemark

14 years ago

Originally Posted by ShayRockhold

I ordered the sample pack from MagnetsUSA.

I'm impressed! I'll definitely be using them in the future.

Any charge for the sample pack?

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ShayB

14 years ago

Originally Posted by maderemark

Any charge for the sample pack?

Nope. Just had to give my name, my company name, mailing addy, etc.

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maderemark

14 years ago

I received a PM from someone asking me what printer I use for jumbo post cards. I found a great source with incredible prices but can't respond to his PM because I don't have 50 posts yet (Close, but not quite there.)

Is it OK to list the printer here or is that against forum rules?

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maderemark

14 years ago

Originally Posted by maderemark

I received a PM from someone asking me what printer I use for jumbo post cards. I found a great source with incredible prices but can't respond to his PM because I don't have 50 posts yet (Close, but not quite there.)

Is it OK to list the printer here or is that against forum rules?

Since no one said I couldn't post the name of the printer where I get jumbo post cards - here it is:

SharpDots

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Originally Posted by maderemark

Since no one said I couldn't post the name of the printer where I get jumbo post cards - here it is:

SharpDots

You can post links, you just can't post cloaked or uncloaked, affiliate links.

A few magnet printers I've come across are:

OverNightPrints.com Magnets4Less.com DiscountedPrinters.com to name a few. I hate websites that make you have to dig endlessly for the info you are looking for, only to make you have to call and go through that hoop jumping madness just to get a freaking quote!:rolleyes: Then they will pluck your last nerve trying to 'close' you and move to the next suck...I mean, customer.
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Originally Posted by ShayRockhold

I ordered the sample pack from MagnetsUSA.

I'm impressed! I'll definitely be using them in the future.

Here's where I went to order my sample pack. It is NOT an affiliate link:

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  Here's where I went to order my sample pack. It is NOT an affiliate link:
  
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  Here is where I ordered mine: Free Product Catalog and Samples | Magnets USA® (not an aff link)
  
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Norfolk

14 years ago

Martin, you are an out-of-the-box offline genius. Thanks, that got my head spinning with possibilities.

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Katie C

14 years ago

I've been using trulia.com to get emails of some local real estate agents.

sent out like 10 emails, hopefully i get a response, I know its not alot but not everyone has their email available so thats all i could scrape up.

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maderemark

14 years ago

Originally Posted by Katie C

I've been using trulia.com to get emails of some local real estate agents.

sent out like 10 emails, hopefully i get a response, I know its not alot but not everyone has their email available so thats all i could scrape up.

Are you including a "sample" of what the magnet could like? If not, you may not get as good a response.

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maderemark

14 years ago

Originally Posted by Katie C

I've been using trulia.com to get emails of some local real estate agents.

sent out like 10 emails, hopefully i get a response, I know its not alot but not everyone has their email available so thats all i could scrape up.

Would you be willing to share what you wrote? If it's good, that'll be a good template for the rest of us to use. And maybe we can help you tweek it to be even more effective.

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Katie C

14 years ago

Basically I said

Hi (First name of Realtor),

My name is Katie C*****, I would like to be upfront and offer you 500 free Business Card-sized magnets that you could distribute in homes in the (Your Town) Area. These will prominently display your Realtor information.

This would be at again, no cost to you, guaranteed. I have attached a template with the magnet's design.

I would love to hear back from you with any questions or comments,
Thanks!
Katie C*****

It's not exactly what I wrote but each one varied a little with stuff i was testing out..

and yes, I created a template in photoshop that I attached to every email.

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14 years ago

Originally Posted by Katie C

Basically I said

It's not exactly what I wrote but each one varied a little with stuff i was testing out..

and yes, I created a template in photoshop that I attached to every email.

Hi Katie,

Thanks for sharing. Nice start to your e-mail. Now to consider the first rule of marketing. You need to address the "radio station" - WIFM or "What's In It For Me?"

Put yourself in the realtor's shoes and ask yourself, "Why would I want to hand out the magnets to my clients?" Well you and I Know the obvious answer - to get some free exposure. I'm amazed how often we need to "connect the dots" for our prospects.

You might add:

"Your clients are going to love these magnets because they will list services that your clients will need when they move into their new house. They'll place them on their refrigerator where they'll be able to access those phone numbers EVERY DAY. Any you're contact info will be there to remind them who helped them buy their dream home."

"Won't it be nice to know that the next time someone mentions they need a realtor to buy or sell a home - your client will be able to walk over to their refrigerator and easily get your contact info to share with their friends? Again, this is at ZERO cost for you."

"So how can we do this at no cost? Well, we can't. We will offer advertising space to the other businesses on the magnet for a nominal charge so you don't have to pay anything. Everyone wins!"

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maderemark

14 years ago

Originally Posted by maderemark

Hi Katie,

Thanks for sharing. Nice start to your e-mail. Now to consider the first rule of marketing. You need to address the "radio station" - WIFM or "What's In It For Me?"

Put yourself in the realtor's shoes and ask yourself, "Why would I want to hand out the magnets to my clients?" Well you and I Know the obvious answer - to get some free exposure. I'm amazed how often we need to "connect the dots" for our prospects.

You might add:

"Your clients are going to love these magnets because they will list services that your clients will need when they move into their new house. They'll place them on their refrigerator where they'll be able to access those phone numbers EVERY DAY. Any you're contact info will be there to remind them who helped them buy their dream home."

"Won't it be nice to know that the next time someone mentions they need a realtor to buy or sell a home - your client will be able to walk over to their refrigerator and easily get your contact info to share with their friends? Again, this is at ZERO cost for you."

"So how can we do this at no cost? Well, we can't. We will offer advertising space to the other businesses on the magnet for a nominal charge so you don't have to pay anything. Everyone wins!"

Here's more possible copy you could include at the end of what I already wrote above:

"And while I'm thinking of it - if you have some friends in other complimentary businesses that might benefit from being on this magnet - feel free to pass on their contact info to me so I can offer them the opportunity to reach new clients for minimal cost! You'll be a hero in their eyes for thinking of them."

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Vikuna2009+

14 years ago

Originally Posted by maderemark

Here's more possible copy you could include at the end of what I already wrote above:

"And while I'm thinking of it - if you have some friends in other complimentary businesses that might benefit from being on this magnet - feel free to pass on their contact info to me so I can offer them the opportunity to reach new clients for minimal cost! You'll be a hero in their eyes for thinking of them."

Again, I can't stress the fact enough that if a realtor has recommended a trade's person, it might seem like an endorsement and if said trade's person screws up, the home owner can sue the realtor. Better have a disclaimer,

Eva

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jaskat

14 years ago

Originally Posted by Vikuna2009+

Again, I can't stress the fact enough that if a realtor has recommended a trade's person, it might seem like an endorsement and if said trade's person screws up, the home owner can sue the realtor. Better have a disclaimer,

Eva

I was a real estate agent for a while and my brokerage had a rule that we could not recommend just one trade person for that specific reason. If somebody asked us, we had to give them several names or none.

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Vikuna2009+

14 years ago

Originally Posted by jaskat

I was a real estate agent for a while and my brokerage had a rule that we could not recommend just one trade person for that specific reason. If somebody asked us, we had to give them several names or none.

My ,company's rule of thumb was to give out 3 of each trade and not say ANYTHING like "This guy is really good" or something similar. We basically said "Here's 3 guys that you can call or you can look in the Yellow Pages".

It certainly is a tricky area,

Eva

And to add to my post, this is not legal advice.

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maderemark

14 years ago

Originally Posted by Vikuna2009+

Again, I can't stress the fact enough that if a realtor has recommended a trade's person, it might seem like an endorsement and if said trade's person screws up, the home owner can sue the realtor. Better have a disclaimer,

Eva

OK. No argument there. However, we now have a template for an opening e-mail that can be used for other industries. Now the plumber or electrician can be the featured business with other non-competing businesses being the paid advertisers.

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Katie C

14 years ago

Wow, that's sort Of a minor set back... And thanks for the suggestion, they sound really helpful actually, I'm gonna try it out on my next batch of emails

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ijohnson

14 years ago

I've been following this thread and it has really piqued my interest. There have been some great ideas and methods discussed here to make money doing something relatively simple.

As I drove away from home last week, I began to see businesses around me that I had never really noticed before. There are so many businesses around in the area that could serve the apartment dwellers and a lot of businesses can generate a lot more business or traffic if they stepped up their marketing efforts.

In the past I have researched the "rent-a-site" method but with this strategy selling ad space on a well-ranked site would work very well. I have an aged domain I can dust off and use that would be a perfect fit!

I'm currently working on a project that I'm trying to stay focused on until it's up and running on its own. Then, I would love to sit down and map out a plan to implement this strategy in my local area.

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molahs

14 years ago

I am so lame!
I can't believe I have been struggling for the past few months without ever even thinking about this forum.
I joined over a year ago, and just let pity settle in, while struggling to make ends meet. After 1 hours in this forum I am more energized and ready to conquer than ever before.

Thank you to all who posted here. Your words of wisdom (well most of them at least) have inspired me. Tomorrow I'll make $700!

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And the next day, and the next day and so on!
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14 years ago

Originally Posted by molahs

I am so lame!
I can't believe I have been struggling for the past few months without ever even thinking about this forum.
I joined over a year ago, and just let pity settle in, while struggling to make ends meet. After 1 hours in this forum I am more energized and ready to conquer than ever before.

Thank you to all who posted here. Your words of wisdom (well most of them at least) have inspired me. Tomorrow I'll make $700!

I'm in the same boat. It's amazing what you'll find in the forums if you poke around. Some of the info is like getting a free WSO!

Don't hesitate to post your thoughts to add to the discussion. We can all learn from one another.

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14 years ago

molahs,

Glad you found it! Now, go out there and make some moulah and come back here and tell us how you did it!!!!

Deal?!?!?!!?

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Neodism

14 years ago

Most realtors don't have 500 homes at a time to sell! I don't know the actual statistic, but I'm sure most agents are working with less than 100 homes at a time... Could you clear this up for me?

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want2knowhow

14 years ago

Originally Posted by MartinBuckley

This money making idea was one i didn't put into my new WSO, see my signture below, so I decided I would share it here for free.

MAKE $700 WITH A REFRIGERATOR MAGNET

WHAT IS IT:

A business card size refrigerator magnet imprinted with the photo, name, address and phone number of a real estate agency along with the name and phone number of 8 different home service businesses, such as a plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc. (see pic below)

HOW IT WORKS:

Contact in person or by phone local plumbers, carpenters, electricians, etc and offer to list their business name and phone number on 500 refrigerator magnets for only $100 that will be distributed by the realtors of the real estate agency to new home owners.

HOW TO GET REALTORS TO DISTRIBUTE YOUR MAGNETS:

Simply call or visit local real estate agencies and offer to place their photo, name, and phone number on 500 refrigerator magnets for FREE in exchange for them placing the magnets on the refrigerators of all the houses they are selling.

WHY IS IT VALUABLE TO ADVERTISERS:

Advertisers name and phone number will be seen on a constant basis every time the home owner goes to their refrigerator or uses the magnet to hang something up, so when the home owner needs a plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc. they will remember the home services magnet on their refrigerator and will call the service provider listed on the magnet that they need.

WHERE TO GET YOUR MAGNETS PRINTED:

I suggest using an online printer such as VistaPrint.com where you can get 500 full color business card size refrigerator magnets printed for only $99.

PROFIT POTENTIAL:

8 ad spots sold at $100 each equals $800 gross minus $100 for printing expenses equals a net profit of $700.

To your success,

Martin

Hey Martin,
What size is that business card magnet? My thinking is, that it is a wee bit bigger than an average sized card in order to fit those names on it. It would be great to get a magnet that could fit at least 10 area businesses on it; hence more profit for you and more exposure for them.

P.S-I just saw where BusinessCardMagnets has a sale going on!

500 for $99.95 (shipping Included)!!!!

I really liked this...
• FREE photos and/or Clip Art provided if necessary (More information on confirmation page)
• We supply proofs before printing within 24 to 36 hours of receiving your order
• Each order includes at least 2 proofs (UNLESS YOU ORDER PEEL-N-STICK ITEMS)
• Credit Card is NOT charged until the proof is sent to you and reviewed.

You can't beat that with a hockey stick!

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want2knowhow

14 years ago

Darn! It just hit me what I wanted to ask you Martin! How long do you tell the businesses they are paying for?Are you giving them 30 days, 60 days or charging them by the quarter like newspapers? Also, I just thought about this; that there could be several campaigns going on at the same time in different areas of the town or city. With that, you could easily profit $700 (or better) depending on the magnet size, fitting more (non compete) businesses on it, per campaign.

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

If you are going to work the magnet idea in different areas I suggest going with at least 60-90 days as you have to give some value and time for the advertisers to see results or they will not keep paying to advertise with you.

To your success,

Martin

Originally Posted by want2knowhow

Darn! It just hit me what I wanted to ask you Martin! How long do you tell the businesses they are paying for?Are you giving them 30 days, 60 days or charging them by the quarter like newspapers? Also, I just thought about this; that there could be several campaigns going on at the same time in different areas of the town or city. With that, you could easily profit $700 (or better) depending on the magnet size, fitting more (non compete) businesses on it, per campaign.

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

I was just wondering if anyone has started to work this idea yet and if so, can you please share what you have accomplised so far?

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Martin

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want2knowhow

14 years ago

Hi Mart! The problem I'm having is trying to figure a way to tie in the magnets with community feedback (forums/newsletters) That way, the advertisers can log on and see just what customers and prospective customers think and can create special offers and (customer appreciation) incentives to get them to come in...or keep them coming in!

This is one way I want to show advertisers how they can evaluate their ROI and keep doing business with me!

I'm not techy at all so I am trying to find a place where I can find someone who can build or create a website, newsletter or forum that I can use to tie this all together.

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

want2knowhow,

It's great to hear you have come up with your own twist on my magnet idea and I think your on to something, so don't give up.

You can outsource some of the things you need done by using the places like the Warrior For Hire section on this forum and some things you can even get done on Fiverr.com.

I also see a lot of ads on Craigslist in my area by college kids who will build website really cheap, so you can check that out in your area and see if you can find someone to work with you.

I wish you much success and thanks for sharing your story.

All the best,

Martin

Originally Posted by want2knowhow

Hi Mart! The problem I'm having is trying to figure a way to tie in the magnets with community feedback (forums/newsletters) That way, the advertisers can log on and see just what customers and prospective customers think and can create special offers and (customer appreciation) incentives to get them to come in...or keep them coming in!

This is one way I want to show advertisers how they can evaluate their ROI and keep doing business with me!

I'm not techy at all so I am trying to find a place where I can find someone who can build or create a website, newsletter or forum that I can use to tie this all together.

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

want2knowhow,

Hey, I was just wondering how things are going for you with your website and magnet idea?

Thanks,

Martin

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ShayB

14 years ago

Originally Posted by MartinBuckley

want2knowhow,

Hey, I was just wondering how things are going for you with your website and magnet idea?

Thanks,

Martin

Doesn't look like want2knowhow can answer. Looks like he's banned.

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

ShayRockhold,

I think want2knowhow did a John Durham and banned himself, so he can get some work done, as the last time I heard from him he was working hard on a local discount savings website I think he said, so I hope that's what it is and that he really didn't get banned as I like what he shares here on the WF.

All the best,

Martin

Originally Posted by ShayRockhold

Doesn't look like want2knowhow can answer. Looks like he's banned.

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MartinBuckley 14 years ago

I just wanted to know if anyone has tried this idea out yet or put a twist on it that they could share those details here with us?

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Martin
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ShayB

14 years ago

Originally Posted by MartinBuckley

ShayRockhold,

I think want2knowhow did a John Durham and banned himself, so he can get some work done, as the last time I heard from him he was working hard on a local discount savings website I think he said, so I hope that's what it is and that he really didn't get banned as I like what he shares here on the WF.

All the best,

Martin

Not sure of the reason. Probably what you said. Just didn't want you to be waiting for an answer if he can't.

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midasman09 Banned 14 years ago

"Yes, I never share a money making idea here that I havn't done at least once myself and made money with it!"

Yea - Hey Marty.....way to go! However....I'm having trouble with a couple of things with your idea;

1) WHY would a Real Estate Agent want to send out your Magnets to 500 Home Buyers?

2) So...maybe I mis-understood.....maybe it's not ONE Agent but a whole Real Estate Agency that will send out these Magnets. And, again; WHY would a Real Estate AGENCY want to send out your Magnets to 500 of their Home-Buyer Clients?

Yikes!....a RE Agent or an entire Agency with FIVE HUNDRED HOME BUYERS! That's a LOT of Home Buyers!...for ONE Agent or ONE Agency!

Could you clarify?

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Don Alm
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imwarrior84

14 years ago

You always have great tips Martin

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14 years ago

nice share....waiting for your post

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

I was searching online today for magnet ideas and I came across this website:

http://magneticmenus.com

which is business ads and a menu on a magnet, so I thougt the idea was different and figured some here might be interested in checking it out.

All the best,

Martin

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EndTheTrendNow

14 years ago

Really cool idea. I am thinking this would be cool for a massage therapist, salon, ... basically local business geared towards women.

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anwar001

14 years ago

Awesome cool idea. Did you actually try it out?

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MartinBuckley 14 years ago

anwar001,

Yes, I never share a money making idea here that I havn't done at least once myself and made money with it

All the best,

Martin

Originally Posted by anwar001

Awesome cool idea. Did you actually try it out?
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Aaron Autrey

14 years ago

Good question midasman.

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TorinoGray 14 years ago

Originally Posted by marketforus1

Good question midasman.

I think the concept was to work with a real estate agent if you can, and give them a free ad on the magnet. This one agent would put the magnet on the fridge when they sell a house.

I know my agent sends me a magnet calendar each year, so I think he would love to get his face on fridges for free. My appliance repair man left a magnet on my fridge too, so I think if you find the right clients this would go really well..
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Melvin San Miguel

14 years ago

I have magnets on my fridge with plumbers' phone numbers and pizza delivery numbers...etc... never thought of this idea of yours Martin! Its amazing how you come up with these ideas!

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

Melvin,

I was at my grandmothers house when the idea hit me when I was staring at her fridge and she had all these ad magnets on it , for pizza shops, auto shops, hair salon, etc. and I thought to myself why not do a co-op ad magnet and get the businesses already advertising with magnet who know the value of it to palce an ad on a local service magnet for a cheaper price than what they pay for a full magent and get 8-10 business to pay to be on it and that's what I did and made a nice little profit from it.

Thanks for your kind words and for your suport.

All the best,

Martin

Originally Posted by Melvin San Miguel

I have magnets on my fridge with
plumbers' phone numbers and pizza delivery numbers...etc... never thought of this idea of yours Martin! Its amazing how you come up with these ideas!

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

Melvin San Miguel,

Thanks for the kind words.

I really like helping other learn new ways to make extra money and enjoy sharing them here and hearing what other have to say.

All the best,

Martin

Originally Posted by Melvin San Miguel

I have magnets on my fridge with plumbers' phone numbers and pizza delivery numbers...etc... never thought of this idea of yours Martin! Its amazing how you come up with these ideas!

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bwman

14 years ago

this is a brilliant idea!
it's interesting how people cannot take a few minutes to read the thread before asking questions that have already been answered.

I'm ready to get this started, but I have one question for martin.
How do you get your clients? I have a job so walk-ins might not really work for me now

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

bwman,

Well one option is you can place an ad on craigslist in your area under the services section and provide details on your magnet, price and show a picture of an example of what your magnet will look like.

Then when businesses contact you make arragments to meet with them around your schedule or call them to talk details out and make deals happen.

To your success,

Martin

Originally Posted by bwman

this is a brilliant idea!
it's interesting how people cannot take a few minutes to read the thread before asking questions that have already been answered.

I'm ready to get this started, but I have one question for martin.
How do you get your clients? I have a job so walk-ins might not really work for me now

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

bwman,

You have a couple options, such as hire a sales rep on a commission basis to sell ad space on your magnet or you can place some free ads on Craigalist in the small biz section in your area and advetise your magnet idea with some details and your contact info and hopefully you might get some calls and make a few sales, but if you can't hit the streets yourself, then I would say your best chioce is to hire a commission sales rep.

All the best,

Martin

Originally Posted by bwman

this is a brilliant idea!
it's interesting how people cannot take a few minutes to read the thread before asking questions that have already been answered.

I'm ready to get this started, but I have one question for martin.
How do you get your clients? I have a job so walk-ins might not really work for me now

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socialblast

14 years ago

This really is genius! Thanks for the information dude

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murad12s

14 years ago

Super cool idea. Thanks for sharing....

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TrinuX

14 years ago

Wow, this method is just brilliant and is likely to succeed. I am going to give this a run.

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MartinBuckley 14 years ago

TrinuX,

Thanks for the kind words and I'm happy to hear you like my idea.

If you do give this idea a try, please post back here with your results.

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Martin

Originally Posted by TrinuX

Wow, this method is just brilliant and is likely to succeed. I am going to give this a run.
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AmyKay

14 years ago

Just did nearly this exact thing today! First time out sold 10 spots! Well, technically I sold 9 and bartered the last spot for karate lessons for my kid.

I simply cold called, took checks by phone, and closed nearly every deal in 5 minutes or less.

Thank you, gentlemen, for the idea! Oh, and did I mention $700 profit?

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

AmyKay,

Congrats on your success and for taking action.

I wish you continued success,

Martin

Originally Posted by AmyKay

Just did nearly this exact thing today! First time out sold 10 spots! Well, technically I sold 9 and bartered the last spot for karate lessons for my kid.

I simply cold called, took checks by phone, and closed nearly every deal in 5 minutes or less.

Thank you, gentlemen, for the idea! Oh, and did I mention $700 profit?

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epark732

14 years ago

Here's another twist...

This concept has been thrown around before but here it is:

Utilize the magnets in the same way that has been discussed in this thread but make slightly larger ones. You can get attractive, non invasive looking calendar magnets, and sell the ad spaces in the provided spaces. Most calendar magnets have a space for a large photo or some text.

Target businesses in the home improvement, service niche. Flooring, cleaning, handyman, windows, appliance repair, electric, heating etc...

Use info free and only send the magnets to "new homeowners." New homeowners are statistically WAY more likely to purchase various home services than people who have been in their homes for years. This is a killer selling point, your targeted demographic is VERY targeted.

Also, because there are new homeowners each month, you can send out another batch of magnets each month, and create repeat payments from these businesses. Explain to them that by participating in your advertising program, they will get in front of ALL the new homeowners EVERY month. Once you sell them in this idea you are set.

You can get 100 non crazy looking calendar magnets for $100. Figure in about one dollar to send them out to your list which you pulled from info free, and your cost is about $200. Order more/send more simply do the math. Sell spits for $100 or whatever you are comfortable with. Let's say you sell 20 spots, your profit is $1800. Get 5 separate calendars going each month and you are well over $100,000 per year.

Get up and do it....it's there for the taking.

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

epark732,

Great ideas, Thanks for sharing!

All the best,

Martin

Originally Posted by epark732

Here's another twist...

This concept has been thrown around before but here it is:

Utilize the magnets in the same way that has been discussed in this thread but make slightly larger ones. You can get attractive, non invasive looking calendar magnets, and sell the ad spaces in the provided spaces. Most calendar magnets have a space for a large photo or some text.

Target businesses in the home improvement, service niche. Flooring, cleaning, handyman, windows, appliance repair, electric, heating etc...

Use info free and only send the magnets to "new homeowners." New homeowners are statistically WAY more likely to purchase various home services than people who have been in their homes for years. This is a killer selling point, your targeted demographic is VERY targeted.

Also, because there are new homeowners each month, you can send out another batch of magnets each month, and create repeat payments from these businesses. Explain to them that by participating in your advertising program, they will get in front of ALL the new homeowners EVERY month. Once you sell them in this idea you are set.

You can get 100 non crazy looking calendar magnets for $100. Figure in about one dollar to send them out to your list which you pulled from info free, and your cost is about $200. Order more/send more simply do the math. Sell spits for $100 or whatever you are comfortable with. Let's say you sell 20 spots, your profit is $1800. Get 5 separate calendars going each month and you are well over $100,000 per year.

Get up and do it....it's there for the taking.

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Vid Yo

14 years ago

Originally Posted by AmyKay

Just did nearly this exact thing today! First time out sold 10 spots! Well, technically I sold 9 and bartered the last spot for karate lessons for my kid.

I simply cold called, took checks by phone, and closed nearly every deal in 5 minutes or less.

Thank you, gentlemen, for the idea! Oh, and did I mention $700 profit?

amykay,

nice! this provides a lot of inspiration....i hope to have the same success when i try this tomorrow. and it sounds like you closed all of them over the phone?

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LEIVA

14 years ago

Thanks for the idea Martin i was checking some magnets and this one looks great, the realtor company will said wow

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swagga212

14 years ago

nice info

i will have it in mind

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AmyKay

14 years ago

Go do it! SO easy!

Yes, I closed them all on the phone. Usually, within 5 minutes. Some asked for me to email a mock up. Several of those replied with, "Yes, we're in!"

SO easy!

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Vid Yo

14 years ago

Originally Posted by AmyKay

Go do it! SO easy!

Yes, I closed them all on the phone. Usually, within 5 minutes. Some asked for me to email a mock up. Several of those replied with, "Yes, we're in!"

SO easy!

Gosh, what made it easy for you?! I was gung ho around 2 hours ago. Now...not so much

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I've made 30 calls, no takers. Ofcourse I don't expect 1 out of 5, but did expect 1 of 20 or just a little more interest than I received, being that I'm starting the conversation with, "...I'm a Licensed Real Estate Agent in the area...".:confused:

I'm calling services who are already advertising, thinking they would be more likely to spend more on advertising. They're from the pennysaver and newspaper, however, so maybe that's the problem...because that advertising is cheaper??? I dunno...

BTW, how many calls did you make to get the 8 sign-ups? Would you care to share your script? You can PM if you'd like.

Well....off to more calling. I'm going to call 70 more today, no less! (I hear accountability is a must)

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

Amy,

Congrats on your success and for taking action!

All the best,

Martin

Originally Posted by AmyKay

Go do it! SO easy!

Yes, I closed them all on the phone. Usually, within 5 minutes. Some asked for me to email a mock up. Several of those replied with, "Yes, we're in!"

SO easy!

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maderemark

14 years ago

Originally Posted by AmyKay

Go do it! SO easy!

Yes, I closed them all on the phone. Usually, within 5 minutes. Some asked for me to email a mock up. Several of those replied with, "Yes, we're in!"

SO easy!

Hi Amy,

I sent you a PM last week with questions about this. Can you respond to PMs.

Thanks,

Mark

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fanzdat

14 years ago

Clever idea Martin and the resource for the 6x8 magnet is GREAT.

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AmyKay

14 years ago

My magnets were hyper-local. That means, I targeted small towns in the burbs/shadow of a local city.

So I opened my cold calls with something like, "I just really think that people who live in Tuckyville should be buying their sevices from the good businesses like you in Tuckyville." At this point, they usually agree in a BIG way! I've showed them I'm on their side. I feel like that alone really opened the door for them to listen to the rest of my pitch!

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Vid Yo 14 years ago

Amy, I'll try that opening with my next set of calls....that does stroke the ego a bit.

I called on 102 businesses and sent out 10 emails fot those interested. No takers, nor responses to the emails. I am, however, proud that I set the goal and reached it--that's a first time for cold calling.

This week, I'll be offering 1,000 magnets at $97 instead. The cost of the magents will go from $75 for 500 to $130 for 1000 and the $97 will appeal to the psyche, hopefully.

We'll see how that goes....
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- Iwillsucceed 14 years ago
  
  Great idea!
  
  I think i'm going to try this, but what software do you use to create the
  
  business card magnets?
  
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  Iwillsucceed,
  
  I use PrintShop and OpenOffice which you can download for free online to create all my business cards, pizza cards, magnets, flyers, etc.
  
  I hope this helps,
  
  Martin
  
  Originally Posted by Iwillsucceed
  
  Great idea!
  
  I think i'm going to try this, but what software do you use to create the
  
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pablo4103

14 years ago

Could not have come at a better time. I was just laid off. My past experience has been cold calling b2b. For me this is a no brainer. One door closes another opens. Thanks.

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Vid Yo 14 years ago

hey pablo,

sorry to hear you just got laid off. but you're right...sometimes that truly is a blessing in disguise! good luck to you. btw, i just sent you a pm...
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- PaulSch 14 years ago
  
  Way back in the dim, distant past, about 20 years ago I used to own a printing company and one of my customers did a very similar thing, printing about 25 - 30 ads around a central information block. He used to produce at least one of these a week for various towns and cities, and have 1000 A3 sheets printed at a time which he distributed through Estate Agents.
  
  I had forgotten all about this until I read this thread, so thanks Martin for re-igniting my memory. His sheets, compared to your fridge magnet idea were large, unattractive and depended upon the homeowner actually bothering to pin or tape them up somewhere. Who wouldn't be happy to click an attractive magnet onto their fridge.
  
  A great idea, just like all your others.
  
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pablo4103

14 years ago

to ncp3687. received your pm but since i do not have enough posts i could not message you.

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pablo4103

14 years ago

My two cents. If it ain't broke don't fix it. Everyone has great ideas but I am following Martin's. If he made money with the Real Estate guy than so be it. You can also do automobile insurance agents and put towing, transmission service,muffler,mechanics,mobile mechanics,anything having to do with an automobile as the other businesses on the magnet. Lots of things if you just think out of the box. But I am starting with the Real Estate agent. Just my two cents. Oh by the way. I made some business cards to see how many I could fit in that would be legible and with an 11 font it was 6. With a 10 font it was 7. Very legible. So there you have it.

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

pablo4103,

Thanks for the kind words and support.

Now, at the same time there is always more than one way to work and promote an advertising project, so even though I was able to work this magnet idea with a real estate agent in my area, doesn't mean that it wouldn't work with a say an insurance agent or car dealer for someone else in their area, it's all about how you present it and how you present it as a value to the advertisers, etc.

Many people here on this thread have made some very good points and have shared some very good tips and ideas on how to make my magnet idea better or easier, etc., so I would like to thank everyone for all their help.

All the best,

Martin

Originally Posted by pablo4103

My two cents. If it ain't broke don't fix it. Everyone has great ideas but I am following Martin's. If he made money with the Real Estate guy than so be it. You can also do automobile insurance agents and put towing, transmission service,muffler,mechanics,mobile mechanics,anything having to do with an automobile as the other businesses on the magnet. Lots of things if you just think out of the box. But I am starting with the Real Estate agent. Just my two cents. Oh by the way. I made some business cards to see how many I could fit in that would be legible and with an 11 font it was 6. With a 10 font it was 7. Very legible. So there you have it.

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SiteSitter

14 years ago

I love the idea of putting magnets on your vehicle so that when people walk by they can take one. I've seen this with a lot of local businesses and it's one way to get your name out or have others pay you to do the same. Great way to work the system Mr. Buckley. Thank you.

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

Here's another unique way to advertise and distribute business cards http://www.CardPockets.com (see picture below)

This can also be a product to buy wholesale and sell to local service businesses.

All the best,

Martin

Originally Posted by SiteSitter

I love the idea of putting magnets on your vehicle so that when people walk by they can take one. I've seen this with a lot of local businesses and it's one way to get your name out or have others pay you to do the same. Great way to work the system Mr. Buckley. Thank you.

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pablo4103

14 years ago

Martin, which idea did you have better luck promoting, pizza idea or refrigerator one? Just curious.

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MartinBuckley 14 years ago

pablo4103,

My pizza card business is my main offline business and all time best money maker hands down.

All the best,

Martin

Originally Posted by pablo4103

Martin, which idea did you have better luck promoting, pizza idea or refrigerator one? Just curious.
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- BlogDiva 14 years ago
  
  Hey Martin,
  I just ordered your $100 Craigslist posting service. I hope it works for me
  
  Originally Posted by MartinBuckley
  
  pablo4103,
  
  My pizza card business is my main offline business and all time best money maker hands down.
  
  All the best,
  
  Martin
  
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  BlogDiva,
  
  Thanks and I wish you much success and if I can be of any help, please feel free to email me.
  
  All the best,
  
  Martin
  
  Originally Posted by BlogDiva
  
  Hey Martin,
  I just ordered your $100 Craigslist posting service. I hope it works for me
  
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pablo4103

14 years ago

ok. going out today to see if i can land my first realtor, or business that is going on the business card as the main business. haven't decided which line of business yet. i will when i hit the streets in a couple of hours.

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

pablo4103,

Good Luck! and please keep us posted here with your results and success.

Martin

Originally Posted by pablo4103

ok. going out today to see if i can land my first realtor, or business that is going on the business card as the main business. haven't decided which line of business yet. i will when i hit the streets in a couple of hours.

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Vid Yo

14 years ago

I would love to hear from someone else who has done well with this idea...and the details as to how you did it.

I gave it 100% (my def of 100%).

...but I've canned it!

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

Check out AmyKay posts # 159, 167 and 171, she has had success with this idea.

All the best,

Martin

Originally Posted by ncp63837

I would love to hear from someone else who has done well with this idea...and the details as to how you did it.

I gave it 100% (my def of 100%).

...but I've canned it!

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Vid Yo 14 years ago

Originally Posted by AmyKay

Just did nearly this exact thing today!

Keyword here is "nearly"...

Originally Posted by MartinBuckley

Check out AmyKay posts # 159, 167 and 171, she has had success with this idea.

All the best,

Martin

Thanks. By the way, Martin, I can maybe send you an email and we can discuss what I could have done defferently:confused:.

I got so excited about this. And since I began lurking on this forum (about a year now), it's the VERY FIRST TIME I put my ALL into a money-making strategy/idea...because it seemed so possible and fairly easy. It seemed like a healthy step in the direction of my ultimate goals.

Like I said, "anyone else?....and how they did it". I'm not asking to criticize. I really do want to learn what I could have done differently.
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- MartinBuckley 14 years ago
  
  ncp63837,
  
  Sure, please feel free to email me at:
  
  ThePizzaCard@aol.com
  
  I'm happy to help,
  
  Martin
  
  Originally Posted by ncp63837
  
  Thanks. By the way, Martin, I can maybe send you an email and we can discuss what I could have done defferently:confused:.
  
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kevin timothy

14 years ago

Pretty cool idea, actually. I have some en route from Vista Print any day now. It's for my eBay store but I like this spin on it. If you're fortunate enough to have a very attractive logo that increases your chances of them actually putting it on the fridge.

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leroy1234

14 years ago

I have a friend in the promotional/novelty business I shared this with. He said he never really thought of it and is taking it seriously. That's what I like to see here,people helping people.

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

leroy1234,

Great to hear your friend is considering taking action with the fridge magnet idea.

You make a great point in that helping other is what the Warrior Forum is all about and I for one truly enjoy helping others, so I wish you and your friend much success.

Martin

Originally Posted by leroy1234

I have a friend in the promotional/novelty business I shared this with. He said he never really thought of it and is taking it seriously. That's what I like to see here,people helping people.

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300SMG

14 years ago

Great idea for sure,after reading many of the OP's posts here, I respect his thought process. My only issue with this is how many individual realtors actually show 500 homes a year? For the seller it's a total win idea for a quick $700 but for the ad buyer not so much.

Now, if the realtor handed them out at every open house they were a part of or to each prospective buyer, then I could see the turn around being well worth it for those that buy the add. Plus that would increase the chance for repeat earnings.

Again, this is my opinion and I could be wrong.

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

300SMG,

Your thought process is correct and sense I first shared this idea many others here have improved on the fridge magnet idea and have had success with it and one of the changes has been to get realtors to give the magnet out at open houses and or use them as a form of business card, etc.

All the best,

Martin

Originally Posted by 300SMG

Great idea for sure,after reading many of the OP's posts here, I respect his thought process. My only issue with this is how many individual realtors actually show 500 homes a year? For the seller it's a total win idea for a quick $700 but for the ad buyer not so much.

Now, if the realtor handed them out at every open house they were a part of or to each prospective buyer, then I could see the turn around being well worth it for those that buy the add. Plus that would increase the chance for repeat earnings.

Again, this is my opinion and I could be wrong.

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kellyjones11

14 years ago

nice to notify us about this.thanks

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jammy28

14 years ago

You are really genius buddy..........

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Kevin Krebs

14 years ago

I've been selling cars for close to a year now and I just want to give my 2 cents.

1) AWESOME idea Martin!!! The more you think outside of the box, I believe the more money you will make.

2) Realtor's know A LOT of people, especially experience veterans and have built strong relationships over the years with their clients. They have become a lot of people's trustworthy realtor that takes care of them when they're buying or sell their house.

If you had a GREAT experience with a car salesman, got a good discount, and were sold the right car according to your needs... wouldn't you naturally want to go back to that same salesman next time you purchase???

I truly think almost everyone would. Most people are afraid of buying a car, but it's much easier when you're walking into the dealership to meet up with an old friend, rather than a new joe-somebody who's trying to make as much $$ from you as possible.

Since I figure that most of the realtor's clients trust their realtor, I imagine that putting "Recommended Companies" or something like that would sell very easily to them and maybe putting a few different "recommended car salesmen" for different brands would be a good investment for a car salesman to make and offer the realtor's client's peace of mind when purchasing a car. $100 listing for 500 magnets is cheap to potentially make 5x or 10x back from selling just ONE car.

Anyone have improvements to my thought process????

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Dan Hower

14 years ago

Originally Posted by MartinBuckley

HOW TO GET REALTORS TO DISTRIBUTE YOUR MAGNETS:

Simply call or visit local real estate agencies and offer to place their photo, name, and phone number on 500 refrigerator magnets for FREE in exchange for them placing the magnets on the refrigerators of all the houses they are selling.

Sounds nice, however, the whole thing must be special to the USA I guess.

I am in Germany right now, and when a house is sold it is empty. A fridge will be there only after the new owners have moved in and brought their fridge. If there had been a real estate agent involved he would certainly not come to the house again to place a magnet on the fridge.

Besides that many houses here are sold without using a real estate agent since they have a very bad reputation, similar to a used car dealer.

I have just sold my house here and would never have thought of using a real estate agent for that.

So even I like your idea it does not seem feasible here.

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midasman09

Banned 14 years ago

Re: "Discount Cards";

A few yrs ago I put together a "HOLIDAY BONUS CARD" discount card program where, instead of selling the Cards to consumers, I sold them to Business Owners and HR Mgrs (Human Resources)

The biz owners bought my Cards for $10 each ($8 for quantity) to GIVE to their employees as a "GOOD WILL GESTURE at CHRISTMAS "GIFT-GIVING" TIME!

The Biz Owners loved them....so did the employees AND...the Sponsors because they got MORE BUSINESS....and I LOVED THEM because I usually sold 1,000 before Christmas and put about $8,000 in my jeans.

I call the program "5 K by Xmas"!

Don Alm

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redoak98012

14 years ago

Hi Martin,

I really enjoyed your Niche Biz ideas site, some very creative ideas. I have a question on your turn $5-$100 CL course.

You mention posting ads in multiple cities on CL which in reading the CL posting rules is prohibited. Is there a work around to this?

Regards,

Bill

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

Bill,

Your allowed to post ads in the small biz section and resume section no matter where you live, which is were I post most of my ads.

All the best,

Martin

Originally Posted by redoak98012

Hi Martin,

I really enjoyed your Niche Biz ideas site, some very creative ideas. I have a question on your turn $5-$100 CL course.

You mention posting ads in multiple cities on CL which in reading the CL posting rules is prohibited. Is there a work around to this?

Regards,

Bill

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

if you liked this money money idea, then you should check out http://www.nichebizideas.com for some other free unique money making ideas.

All the best,

Martin

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maderemark

14 years ago

Just bought your "Turn $5 Into $100 A Day On Craigslist" and was not directed to the page where I was to get access to your info and I did NOT receive an email with a link to that page. All I got was a PayPal receipt. What's up with that????

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

madermark,

Sorry about that, just sent you a PM.

Thanks,

Martin

Originally Posted by maderemark

Just bought your "Turn $5 Into $100 A Day On Craigslist" and was not directed to the page where I was to get access to your info and I did NOT receive an email with a link to that page. All I got was a PayPal receipt. What's up with that????

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maderemark 14 years ago

Thanks Martin.
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Praney Behl

14 years ago

Wow, that was a clever one, I see the thread was started almost an year ago so I wonder if it'd still work. Nevermind I'll give it a shot for sure.

Thanks for brightening up my evening lots more ideas flowing in my head now.

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

Praney Behl,

Your welcome and please keep us posted here with your results if you do impliment this idea.

To your success,

Martin

Originally Posted by Praney Behl

Wow, that was a clever one, I see the thread was started almost an year ago so I wonder if it'd still work. Nevermind I'll give it a shot for sure.

Thanks for brightening up my evening lots more ideas flowing in my head now.

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jmerc 13 years ago

I just added this post to another thread, and then found this thread, so thought it appropriate to copy it here...

Thought I would shed some light on the "Magnet on the Fridge" aspect of this Wham-Bam dealee...

Having worked in Home Health Care for many years, and having been in thousands of homes with thousands of refrigerators...

the answer is...

The majority of people that have refrigerators with magnetic doors, have magnets on their refrigerators... and they stay there for a long time.

Naked refrigerators are rare indeed... unless there is no way to stick anything to them, even then, people get creative.

I always used magnets as one of my consumer marketing items.
Judy
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robo916

14 years ago

Hello I just ordered pizza card profits and was taken to blog page where the posting was gone and no download link. Please assist. Thanks

Transaction ID: 4HX15390UR661982B

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MartinBuckley

14 years ago

Sorry about that I just sent you an email with the download to my ebook, so please check your email and let me know you got it.

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Martin

Originally Posted by robo916

Hello I just ordered pizza card profits and was taken to blog page where the posting was gone and no download link. Please assist. Thanks

Transaction ID: 4HX15390UR661982B

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robo916 14 years ago

Originally Posted by MartinBuckley

Sorry about that I just sent you an email with the download to my ebook, so please check your email and let me know you got it.

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Martin

I did not. I sent you a PM
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seoforever

13 years ago

When I read headline so was thinking like you were joking.. after read whole thread.. I am really shocked.. its really great tips to earn money.

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MartinBuckley 13 years ago

If you liked this money making idea, then you should check out my WF post below with 14 other unique money making ideas:

http://www.warriorforum.com/offline-...ing-ideas.html

All the best,

Martin

Originally Posted by seoforever

When I read headline so was thinking like you were joking.. after read whole thread.. I am really shocked.. its really great tips to earn money.
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YoungRichDude

13 years ago

Been doing this for a month made 500 $ a nice start

thanks mart

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MartinBuckley 13 years ago

YoungRichDude, congrats on taking action and making some money.

Please keep us posted on your success.

All the best,

Martin

Originally Posted by YoungRichDude

Been doing this for a month made 500 $ a nice start thanks mart
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Achiz768

13 years ago

Starting this tomorrow--will update soon with my results. I've also got multiple cards going with Bob Ross's 9x12 postcard system--so this should be easy at $100 per ad.

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MartinBuckley

13 years ago

Achiz768,

I was just wondering if you could update us on your results with both your 9x12 postcard biz and refrigerator magnet biz?

Thanks,

Martin

Originally Posted by Achiz768

Starting this tomorrow--will update soon with my results. I've also got multiple cards going with Bob Ross's 9x12 postcard system--so this should be easy at $100 per ad.

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NewParadigm

13 years ago

you can also get things distributed for free or very low cost by contacting local fundraising groups who are going door to door with their programs. They can offer the homeowner a "free" gift which will warm them up to buy some fundraising products. You might offer to pay a few bucks for them to distribute as well. Their time is worth way less than yours, especially when they are already knocking on doors.

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