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Forum: Offline Marketing 21st October 2012, 07:10 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,974
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Are You Being Too "Professional" For Your Own Good?

Have you ever gone shopping for a new house? What do you think when the realtor pulls up in a shiny new BMW, business suit, and perfect make up? I don't know about you, but I think, "Great. A...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 30th September 2012, 03:52 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 13,852
Posted By John Broberg
Re: How not to get your Paypal account limited/frozen

Much of what's out there on the PayPal issue is pure speculation from people with no experience.

My PayPal actually DID get frozen, and I had it unlocked within 2 days.

You should call them...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 28th September 2012, 12:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 679
Posted By John Broberg
Re: How do you know how many visitors had visit your site??

If you're using Wordpress, then get the Analyticator plugin. You the convenience of seeing your traffic stats when you login to your Wordpress dashboard.
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 22nd September 2012, 07:27 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,051
Posted By John Broberg
Re: How can I hide/"mask" my clickbank affiliate link?

The "Pretty Link" plugin for wordpress looks better. Plus, you can access them anywhere in the world. The php method is okay, but you still get the clunky .php at the end of the link. It's easier...
Forum: Copywriting 30th August 2011, 05:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 851
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Would you believe, a website dedicated to direct mail control beaters

Did you see the accountant envelope?

It says, "Do not fold," but it looks folded!

David Yale cracks me up.

Folded "Do Not Fold" Letter
(http://www.controlbeaters.com/slideshow3.html)
Forum: Copywriting 28th August 2011, 03:23 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,460
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Please Critique My First Draft

Celestrist,

Here are 5 points to help you.

1. Talk to One Person

Throughout the copy, you are talking to a group of people. However, the reader doesn't see themselves that way. Here are...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 10th August 2011, 09:54 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,937
Posted By John Broberg
Re: "Internet Is Least Effective Way To Sell" - Gary Halbert

Gary's gift wasn't just writing mailed letters (although he was a pro); he had the mindset of working from what works to get response.

Towards the end of his life, he commonly used print media...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 5th June 2011, 07:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 693
Posted By John Broberg
Even the White House has a Squeeze Page!

I just visited whitehouse.gov. Smack in my face, there was a squeeze page. Maybe they should offer a downloadable pdf report on something :D

"Top 10 Ways to Get Money from The Government"

I...
Forum: Mind Warriors 4th June 2011, 09:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,372
Posted By John Broberg
Re: The Walmart Redemption - A Warrior Success Story Of My Escape From A Supermarket Prison!

Wow. That is a spectacular story. I'm sorry you had to go through so much... crap... before your success. :D

I think your story illustrates two important points.

1. Why People get Stuck
...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 24th May 2011, 02:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 923
Posted By John Broberg
Re: IMers should feel sadness, fear over India

You're right, they do stop them.

The lawyers sue them in court, but they don't stand in the press room and read everything being printed. Nor do they stop something from being printed if someone...
Forum: Mind Warriors 24th May 2011, 01:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 689
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Difference between the mediocre and the rich

I'm going to have to politely disagree with the previous posts on this thread. Information and skill set are not the difference.

The mediocre have both information and skills. Yet, they're not...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 24th May 2011, 12:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 923
Posted By John Broberg
Re: IMers should feel sadness, fear over India

Doesn't freedom of the press extend to the internet? Aren't we all essentially publishing our own thoughts? This would be unconstitutional in America.
Forum: Mind Warriors 24th May 2011, 11:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,071
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Mindmap for Productivity

Hi Daniel,

I don't know which WSO you're talking about, but the fundamentals of productivity tend not to get outdated. Set goals. Use deadlines. Measure your results. Improve.

Freemind is...
Forum: Mind Warriors 24th May 2011, 11:02 AM
Replies: 420
Views: 16,490
Posted By John Broberg
Re: What is the most IMPORTANT LESSON you learned?

Free advice gets dismissed easily... even this one.
Forum: Mind Warriors 19th May 2011, 01:38 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 769
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Can you give too much?

V,

I think here's the difference you're looking for...

Services vs. Products

For digital products, like those we sell here online, you absolutely must over-deliver to give them the "Wow!"...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 19th May 2011, 01:00 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 937
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Investing In Gold/Silver

If you're 18, then ignore all the opinions. Just hold onto it until you're 60. All these guys who talk about market corrections, analysis, and who's taking what position will be dead. Then, you'll...
Forum: Mind Warriors 17th May 2011, 05:02 PM
Replies: 978
Views: 39,807
Posted By John Broberg
Re: It Takes Money to Make Money? Do YOU Agree?

Some agree and some disagree and both sides have good points.

Could it be... just maybe...

Both are right

For people just starting out who have no self-control over spending their money, the...
Forum: Offline Marketing 28th April 2011, 09:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,528
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Free Idea: Offline 25.2% direct mail response rate...

Yeah, that's totally a Gary Halbert tactic. I heard he once had a complaint because one of the dollar bills was folded and the customer wanted a crisp and clean one.
Forum: Mind Warriors 27th April 2011, 10:20 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,050
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Anyone Here Good at Cold Calling?

Wow, thanks for all the excellent responses...

I have yet to meet one person who enjoyed cold calling. They all say they absolutely HATE it. I found and interviewed a guy who gets commissions of...
Forum: Mind Warriors 27th April 2011, 03:30 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,050
Posted By John Broberg
Anyone Here Good at Cold Calling?

I'm researching for a report on cold calling. The biggest factor is that it's incredibly painful for most people. Yet, experts tout it as one of the most effective marketing techniques.

If you...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 24th April 2011, 10:42 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,213
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Is Article Writing Dead in the Water?

Publishing is like pole-vaulting: either you make it over the bar or you don't.

When the bar gets raised, the losers say the entire sport is going to hell in a hand basket. The winners cheer...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 24th April 2011, 12:54 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 3,019
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Your real name vs a pseudonym

Philosophically, I'm all for using pseudonyms. However, those logistical pains with PayPal do make it troublesome. You might be able to use an intermediary like e-junkie.

Has anyone else come...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 24th April 2011, 10:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 639
Posted By John Broberg
Re: What are your favorite time saving tools?

A kitchen timer.

I used a download-able software timer before, but it was just another distraction on my computer. The good old-fashioned $3 plastic one does the best. Best investment for...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 22nd April 2011, 09:23 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,731
Posted By John Broberg
Re: What is the #1 reason for failure in Internet Marketing [in your opinion]?

Goals? That's one of the reasons for failure. They don't set goals. Not really. Their goal is weak. It's usually, "I want to make money on the internet."

Fine. Here's a fiverr. ...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 22nd April 2011, 08:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 627
Posted By John Broberg
Re: What are you most desperate for from a Graphic Designer?

Report Covers
Ebook Templates

Something with a web 2.0 look. There are many templates out there, but they suck. They all use yellow, purple, cyan, and other "off" colors. Ebooks and reports...
Forum: Mind Warriors 22nd April 2011, 10:02 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 650
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Why Do You Try To Make Money Online?

I agree that offline work is so much easier when doing business.

However, the internet represents freedom in my opinion. It's the cutting edge for new possibilities. I bought a car online. I...
Forum: Mind Warriors 19th April 2011, 06:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,532
Posted By John Broberg
Re: The Sedona Method

Yes, you can find some videos on youtube very quickly.

The technique is really simple. The power comes from repetition. I found that visiting the website and reading testimonials about all the...
Forum: Mind Warriors 18th April 2011, 09:15 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,147
Posted By John Broberg
Re: The One Thing That Stands Between You and Success

Mike,

I totally agree with you. Accountability is a good motivator. My sister and I do this for each other. We skype about 4 times a week and keep each other accountable for what we're going to...
Forum: Mind Warriors 17th April 2011, 08:37 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 4,233
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Why "The Secret" SUCKS!!

I thought the "secret" was a mostly uplifting movie. However, I didn't like that they showed the girl looking at the lottery in the beginning. They kind of promoted a message that appeals to...
Forum: Mind Warriors 17th April 2011, 08:26 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,542
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Are you addicted to self-help?!

I thought maybe politicians, drug lords, and used-car salesmen prey on people.

That attitude sucks because it places all the blame on someone else. If you're going to help yourself, then do it....
Forum: Mind Warriors 17th April 2011, 04:54 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 749
Posted By John Broberg
Re: When visualizing fails big time, what do you do?

Bambii, try this:

Instead of visualizing how you'd like it to be, can you remember a time when things happened the way you wanted? Have you ever gotten a client who treated you well and made you...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 16th April 2011, 12:30 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 2,552
Posted By John Broberg
Re: What cant mods authenticate wso's income claims?

I have to agree with Ken.
The rule is...

caveat emptor

They've been telling buyers to beware for 500 years. If you buy into having others verify income claims for you, then you give up...
Forum: Search Engine Optimization 16th April 2011, 12:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,972
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Which is better, a long .com VS a short .co name? .COM vs .CO pros or cons.

Just go to Google and type in your keywords. Notice how many results come up with a .co domain.

No matter how secret Google keeps their algorithm, the results don't lie.

:D
Forum: Offline Marketing 16th April 2011, 06:33 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,428
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Losing Clients By Not Charging Enough... I just did, by quoting $1,700

I used to use a web designer who was a young whiz kid. He charged $100 bucks to set up a site because he was 17, but he knew how to do just about everything.

When one of his clients dumped him...
Forum: Mind Warriors 16th April 2011, 06:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 649
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Feel icky promoting and asking for the sale

I agree with your definition of the problem. It's like giving up 10 feet from the finish line. However, the real question is, "What do you do about it?"

This is one of those areas where I think...
Forum: Mind Warriors 16th April 2011, 05:17 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,180
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Which Personal Development Program Has Changed Your Life?

I know, right? He's like a combination between a drill sergeant and a Starbucks employee. You get that "happy cup o' joe" feeling, but you also can't ignore him.
Forum: Mind Warriors 16th April 2011, 04:42 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,180
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Which Personal Development Program Has Changed Your Life?

I got a lot from Tony's Personal Power program. The one thing I think beats out others is how he emphasizes using your body, not just your mind.

Richard Bandler's NLP techniques help somewhat,...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 8th March 2011, 06:22 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 896
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Newbie Hates Writing

Jaja,

One sticking point for many people is that they try to write and edit at the same time. You may be criticizing your writing as you write, and that will slow you down.

Try a 5-minute...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 8th March 2011, 05:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,112
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Article Marketers - Methods of Researching Your Topic

Halmo,

One really easy and content-rich resource is Amazon. Go through the books and look at titles of the best sellers in the niche. That can give you some great keywords.

Then, read...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 8th March 2011, 05:44 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,942
Posted By John Broberg
Re: In order for 20% of you to succeed 80% of you have to fail

You're saying 80% of people fail because 20% succeed. It's probably more likely that 80% fail because of other reasons. They get busy, info-overload, lack of skill, lack of startup capital,...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 6th March 2011, 10:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,797
Posted By John Broberg
Re: 2Checkout accusing me of "Fraudulent Activity"

Cynthia,

Just as a customer, they've flagged some of my purchases and refunded them when I was traveling internationally. That was for purchases of internet service for global travelers. When I...
Forum: Search Engine Optimization 6th March 2011, 09:00 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,414
Posted By John Broberg
Re: Very interesting post on the recent Google Slap..

I was also shocked to learn 10% of EZA's material is on penis enlargement, **** berry, reverse cell phone lookup, how to get your ex back, etc.

The thing is... How are they going to respond?

If...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 6th March 2011, 03:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,749
Posted By John Broberg
Re: What Websites Let Me Advertise My Writing Services?

Tedwood,

I've got the exact opposite problem. I write for too many sites and not enough individual clients.

I don't think your solution is elance, guru, freelancer, or any other freelancer...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 6th March 2011, 02:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 390
Posted By John Broberg
New Here. Wanted to say hi.

Hey fellow Warriors,

I'm introducing myself because it's the proper thing to do when you first join a forum.

I write content, and the warrior forum has come highly recommended. I've come...
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