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Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 12th August 2015, 08:13 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 786
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Why do people think they have to LIE to get a refund?

A few years ago I was selling a couple of self-help e books. My refund rate ran a consistent 2%, about half of which were the "instant turnaround" type -- order the book, wait a whole 15 minutes....
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 25th February 2012, 08:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,756
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Kindle vs Clickbank

Benjamin's suggestion is good, strong marketing. It doesn't really have to be either-or. Instead, why not use them in tandem?

Sure putting your ebook on Clickbank lets you capture your buyers'...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 25th February 2012, 06:37 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,305
Posted By charlesburke
Re: When you ask for a refund please don't...

I started selling online back in 2000 and my first big shock was the frantic, hysterical emails. Some were refund demands, but others were simply "I didn't get my download".

I was living in Japan...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 24th January 2012, 09:13 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,557
Posted By charlesburke
Re: What Is The Most Expensive Product That You Sell

Lots of great takeaways in this thread, but for me the top prize goes to:
"You choose who you want as your customers."

Thankx, Willie
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 6th March 2011, 09:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 439
Posted By charlesburke
Ebook Planning Tool - Gift for Warriors

I've learned so much here on the Warrior Forum, and gotten so many valuable suggestions, that I'd like to give back a little something to the community.

When some of my workshop clients first sit...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 18th February 2011, 02:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 575
Posted By charlesburke
Re: How do you think a domain name?

Hi Supersonic,

One of the tricks used by many IMers is to add a short word before or after their keyword phrase. Example: if your keyword phrase is "elephant grooming", then you could always check...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 18th February 2011, 02:39 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,667
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Proud Author of My First Kindle ebook

Congratulations Fernando! And a coincidence... I've just half an hour ago submitted my own first Kindle as well. Looking forward to seeing it available to the whole world. Title: The Business Owner's...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 18th January 2011, 05:03 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,922
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Aweber shutting down I.M. Accounts?

Thanks for setting the record straight, Tom. And thanks, too, Caleb for exercising a little initiative, rather than merely guessing.

I recall, a few years back, when rumors about MP3 lawsuits...
Forum: Internet Marketing Product Reviews & Ratings 18th January 2011, 04:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 24,280
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Best Voiceover software

Depending on the quality you need, you might have to go with a pro setup, including expensive condenser mike.

On the other hand, if you're recording for streaming audio or simple video things, a...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 18th January 2011, 03:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,554
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Non Disclosure Agreement Template

Here are three links (courtesy of Google)

Free legal form: Non-Disclosure Agreement Template (http://www.yourfreelegalforms.com/item_1104/Non-Disclosure-Agreement-Template.html)

Non Disclosure...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 17th January 2011, 07:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 522
Posted By charlesburke
Re: I need Spam & Membership Site Clarification

Hi Will,

Good to hear from you. While we may use different approaches, the intent in both cases is to embed ourselves deeply into our readers' minds one way or the other. I don't use your methods...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 17th January 2011, 04:51 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 524
Posted By charlesburke
Re: How many posts may i make?

Even with responses like the one like you just posted, you're on firm ground. Good thinking is always encouraged - even if it's short and sweet.
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 17th January 2011, 04:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 524
Posted By charlesburke
Re: How many posts may i make?

No limit that I know of, Site, but bear in mind that your posts should contribute something to the discussion. Try to stay away from saying things like "great post - keep up the good work" or "good...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 13th January 2011, 09:57 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 922
Posted By charlesburke
Re: A Warning To List Marketers

As Dr. Mani pointed out, we may never really know the real reason for unsubscribes. With my own lists, the only thing I know for sure is that unsubscribes happen. They happen when I send pure content...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 13th January 2011, 01:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 922
Posted By charlesburke
Re: A Warning To List Marketers

Here's a different take on all those unsubscribes.

You said:


Instead of directing their attention to the (presumably) excellent offer you mailed to them, you told them how uncomfortable it...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 7th January 2011, 08:25 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,484
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Refund policy abuse really drives me to the edge

Hi George,

If it's any consolation, we all experience this thieving by "professional refunders." When I started about 10 years ago, they drove me up a wall - for all the reasons you mentioned.
...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 2nd January 2011, 07:04 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,080
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Close to 5,000 subscriber, I earn nothing from them.

First and most importantly - stop being afraid of your subscribers.

You had no connection to them before they opted in, and so if they get irritated and unsubscribe, you haven't lost much. As you...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 2nd January 2011, 06:12 AM
Replies: 1,211
Views: 288,844
Posted By charlesburke
Re: What to do if you're desperate

Here's something I posted a couple of years ago. It tells exactly how I got money flowing fast when I was nearly broke and had no local friends or family to turn to.


FROM ZERO TO BOOKED FULL...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 27th December 2010, 06:04 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,253
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Is This Possible And Problem-free?

Back in about 1998 or so, when I first wanted to open a Paypal account, it was a very new thing and Japan, where I lived, was not yet on their list. I decided to form a US corporation, set up a US...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 18th November 2010, 03:17 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 3,885
Posted By charlesburke
Re: How much would you pay for a well written Press Release?

Ronak,

Dude, if you're going to specialize in press releases, start by writing ten of them for yourself and your own service. Send 'em out. Stir up interest with 'em. Attract some prospective...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 3rd November 2010, 08:57 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 902
Posted By charlesburke
Re: I Have Written an Article, Now What?

Hi EFt,

I don't think you have to worry too much about the quality of your English. Some time back I ran a small article directory for nearly two years, and most of the articles submitted were...
Forum: Search Engine Optimization 23rd October 2010, 08:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,922
Posted By charlesburke
Re: (ALERT!) Market Samurai Users and Potential Customers This Concerns YOU!!!

yep, the paid version is working fine here, as well. They must have already worked out the latest kink.

Man, that's some service.
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 1st July 2010, 06:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 757
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Not pleased with my results and would GREATLY appreciate feedback about my review site/landing p

Hi Ike,

I'd have to agree about the gray text. It seems to be a great favorite among some artsy web designers, but virtually no marketer will use it because it's harder to read.

Also, the...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 1st July 2010, 04:44 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 3,567
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Milk them for all they've got - or make what you want?

A few years back, a good friend of mine, John Harricharan, wrote a little 18,000 word ebook and put it up on a website. It wasn't a very big book, he reasoned, so he'd only charge about $17 for it. ...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 1st July 2010, 03:28 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 3,567
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Milk them for all they've got - or make what you want?

So Andy, is a Rolex really a hundred times better watch than a Timex?

Or is someone charging what the traffic will bear?

And if so, is it unethical?

Or a different way of doing business,...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 1st March 2010, 08:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 603
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Article Marketing Question

Some while back, someone heard the term "duplicate content" and got the wrong idea about it. Unfortunately, they then started teaching what they believed was the truth. That spread, and now this idea...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 1st March 2010, 04:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 694
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Happy New Month Warriors! My Target This Month Is...

Congratulations on your progress, Shiloh, and for setting a new goal for the new month. That's an excellent way to keep yourself moving.

My own goal for this month is to take my scattered pile of...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 1st March 2010, 04:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 622
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Keeping Your Subscribers Warm

This sounds a lot like a beginning singer or comedian who sees only five or ten people in the audience and wonders why he should give them his best stuff.

If you count people's value by how many...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 10th August 2009, 06:15 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,781
Posted By charlesburke
Re: What Gives?

Peter,

George and Jay are absolutely spot on. You ARE a writer. Your words flow in a way that communicates more than meaning. There is also a feeling - a sort of courtliness and respect - that...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 3rd August 2009, 07:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 588
Posted By charlesburke
Re: I have a bunch of niche articles ready to go but have a dilemma

As a rule of thumb, if you wait till you feel completely ready, you're WAY overprepared. Most things in life don't require that much preparation.

Here's a suggestion, for what it's worth:
...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 2nd August 2009, 04:28 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 2,248
Posted By charlesburke
Re: What Membership Script/Software Will Do This?

Wow! I love it when two factions, both very proud and very loyal to their products, stand up and compare benefits. Great information, guys - and thanks. We members are benefiting from the discussion...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 2nd August 2009, 06:06 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 575
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Plausibility

I agree with you. Those abrupt jumps in logic are deadly.

And it's not only in sales copy. I've read books where a character is cruising along, nice and stable, and suddenly, for no apparent...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 1st August 2009, 07:51 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,717
Posted By charlesburke
Re: WARRIORS BUTTON - Will increase your convertion rate, My Gift for 8 Months at Warrior ;)

Thanks for the generous gesture. It's amazing how many people on the forum here end up with the spirit of giving and contributing to others.

Cheers, Charles
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 1st August 2009, 07:31 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,250
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Who the heck reads those long winded landing pages?

Yes, you're right - if you're running your articles and PPC campaigns and other promotional efforts right, the people coming to your site are all qualified already. So why don't they all buy?
...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 31st July 2009, 06:55 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,250
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Who the heck reads those long winded landing pages?

Babushka99,

Statistically you're absolutely right. People won't read a long sales letter. Period.

But that one little word "statistically" hides another (and more profitable) truth. A small...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 29th July 2009, 05:19 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,052
Posted By charlesburke
Re: "Plan B" can still make you money when "Plan A" fails

Keith,

This brings back a realization I had over 40 years ago. I was selling Fuller Brushes door-to-door and having a terrible time with consistency. Then one day it hit me. The guys who were...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 21st July 2009, 10:59 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 43,180
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Putting flyers on car windows...

A number of people have PMed me asking for details about my non-flyer method. Apparently there's enough interest in offline marketing, so I'll post it here.

- - - - - - - - -

Many years ago,...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 20th July 2009, 08:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 520
Posted By charlesburke
Amazon today only deal - Dragon 10 - $30

Been considering the DNS 10 voice recognition software? Now might be a good time to grab a copy. Amazon is running a deal of the day for $29.99 - today only - good opportunity if you've been wanting...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 20th July 2009, 10:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,566
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Is it ethical to use a pen-name and pen-identity?

Why not ask Mark Twain, Conway Twitty, Muhammed Ali, Abdul Kareem Jabbaar, and Engelbert Humperdink if using an assumed name is unethical? All of those worthy gentlemen used new names in their...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th July 2009, 06:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 765
Posted By charlesburke
Re: What keeps someone from ripping your product and selling it as their own?

Nothing personal intended here, but most ebook products are not so fabulously great that there's a rush to steal the contents. With any luck, your product won't be that great either.

You can...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th July 2009, 04:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,200
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Is there a cheaper version of MemberGate membership software/service?

If what you've got is truly an upfront money squeeze, with not enough on hand to pay for getting it all set up the "right" way, why not just trim back your vision for your first site, build a simple...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 26th June 2009, 11:31 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,062
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Writing Articles is so DREADFUL!! I need Alternatives

Yeah, I know what you mean. All my life I've been coming up with these great plans, which almost immediately get torpedoed by the inconvenience of me having to do the work. Dang it.

At least...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 26th June 2009, 09:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 723
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Can I succeed as a writer?

You did the right thing asking for advice before starting out in a direction you think is good. A number of Warriors have advised you to write your own products. That is top-notch advice. But if...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 25th May 2009, 09:53 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,201
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Can I copy articles from EZine?

Jkiley,

Yes, as everyone points out, you can freely use articles from directories. Naturally, you want to include the author's resource box below each article.

A few months back, Armand...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 21st May 2009, 02:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 690
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Free PLR Article Pack In Exchange for Testimonial

Hi Abel,

I can sympathize. It's frustrating to make an offer and be met with total silence. I'll be happy to review your articles, and do it on time.

Cheers from warm and smiling Thailand,...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 21st May 2009, 02:53 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 1,713
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Please, help me with your honest opinion a bout these ecover designs!

The color choices and layout are not bad at all and have a professional feel to them. In fact, I've seen plenty of pro work that doesn't measure up to this.

I especially like the box and related...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 18th May 2009, 10:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 501
Posted By charlesburke
Re: What do you think to this?

Hi Grant,

A few remarks. First, placing the head shot top center doesn't do anything for your impact. If you want to introduce yourself, do it farther down after you get the visitor interested in...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 16th May 2009, 10:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 691
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Is It Normal to Lose Customers At the Checkout Screen?

Frankly, I don't see any particular problems with your letter, your order button area, nor your general layout. This should be snagging a few orders. Can you temporarily change the price to 50 cents...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 15th May 2009, 06:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 691
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Is It Normal to Lose Customers At the Checkout Screen?

Hi George,

One biggie is how visible your price is. I'll usually read the first part of a sales letter, and if I'm definitely interested, I"ll drop down to the end and try to find the price. If...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 13th May 2009, 04:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,119
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Why Are You Secretive About What Niches You're In?

Ask Frank Kern why he doesn't reveal most of the niches he has products in. When he told some folks that he'd put up a site about teaching your parrot to talk, he was just about the only guy doing...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 12th May 2009, 05:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 789
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Anyone here do transcription?

Just Google "transcription services" and you'll have about 7 and a half million sites to choose from. I used to do my own transcription, and one hour of talking usually takes 4 or 5 hours to...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 11th May 2009, 06:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 842
Posted By charlesburke
Re: If You Could Build 70 Sites Right Now

Hi Candace,

You don't say what his overall financial situation is...

Assuming he has the skills or the finances to do it, he could use one of more of the short urls to build a link redirecting...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 11th May 2009, 05:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 431
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Quick Question Concerning PLR

Hi Rick,

Congratulations on your ebook. PLR can be a good way to go.

Regarding your questions:

1. You can put the conditions in your rights statement, but enforcing it isn't easy. In fact,...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 10th May 2009, 04:18 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 426
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Other than the product, why else would you buy a WSO?

Actually, whether we think it "should be" that way or not, people are much more inclined to act if they are given a "because" to help prompt them. Cialdini explains this in his book, Persuasion.
...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 10th May 2009, 04:05 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 899
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Have you ever paid for guaranteed visitors to your website?

Yes, I also did the buying traffic bit. Unlike others here, I got definite, measurable results.

It was 2002, and a friend offered me a deal. I signed up for 50,000 visits, and I actually got all...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 10th May 2009, 07:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 633
Posted By charlesburke
Re: Advice on "decluttering" ebook

Maybe it'd be useful to get her some appearances on local radio shows. It could drum up awareness of her for local consulting jobs, and also look very good on her site,, with brief audio clips, thus...
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