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Forum: Web Hosting Offers 19th May 2015, 10:46 AM
Replies: 467
Views: 57,191
Posted By Hugh
Re: Interserver.net - $1.99/mo Lifetime Web Hosting Coupon!

Do you have a WYSIWYG html editor available?
I use a Mac OSX 10.10.2
Hugh
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 10th April 2015, 09:30 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 18,580
Posted By Hugh
Re: What is the best traffic Exchange site?

When you say "Traffic exchanges don't work", you are really saying
"I don't KNOW how to make traffic exchanges work."

Hugh
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 27th December 2014, 11:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 797
Posted By Hugh
Re: Recipes website - Ideas for traffic?

Most recipes online are poorly written. Such as:
Listing ingredients in the order used.
Being specific. "add a large can of..." 8 oz, 12 oz ???
Use "T" for tablespoon, "tsp" for teaspoon, be...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 26th November 2014, 12:09 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,359
Posted By Hugh
Re: Have you ever failed?

I find that the more failures I bounce back from,
the more money I make.

Hugh
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 6th September 2014, 10:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 514
Posted By Hugh
Re: How to get active members to my two survey panels?

Give me ONE good reason I should go there.

Hugh
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 29th June 2014, 10:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,005
Posted By Hugh
Re: Landing page and squeeze page difference

What Magic Louie said is dead on.

Hugh
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 17th June 2014, 10:10 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 4,451
Posted By Hugh
Re: CEO of Company wants to fire me because of my fitness blog...

Within every black cloud lies a golden opportunity.
Focus on the opportunity. Not the cloud.
May the force be with you,

Hugh
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 6th May 2014, 11:28 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 974
Posted By Hugh
Re: List Building - Where on Earth do I start?

As Sarevok said, decide exactly which people you want on your list.Then figure out what all of these people want.
Give them a taste.
If you do these steps right, they will be happy to give you...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 7th April 2014, 09:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 648
Posted By Hugh
Re: Legal Issues about Starting an Online Business

How I started.

Find a dot com available pertinent to the intended niche.
Get a local (city/county) business license in the same name.
Open a business bank account in the same name.
Have ALL...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 17th January 2014, 11:02 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 4,824
Posted By Hugh
Re: famous marketer's outline for making an easy $3k a month - my observations

Zig Ziglar said it many years ago.

"You will get all you want in life if you help
enough other people get what they want."

I have built a successful and lucrative career
of over 30 years...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 1st January 2014, 09:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,082
Posted By Hugh
Re: Please help me, I am willing to do everything

Search "Article Marketing" on this site.

Hugh
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 31st December 2013, 11:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 484
Posted By Hugh
Re: How do we get recipes?

Most published recipes are poorly constructed.
i.e. first item used listed #1, second #2, etc.
" 1 can of beans" - 8 oz, 15 oz, 22 oz? happens a lot
Change format. "Combine these four...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 3rd November 2013, 10:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 489
Posted By Hugh
Re: What's with the ads? Are they testing me??

If you are both new to this forum and internet marketing,
I have some suggestions:

1. Do NOT buy anything until you are comfortable with your goals.

2. Read every thread about areas that...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 8th October 2013, 07:55 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,793
Posted By Hugh
Re: buying domain/hosting ?

I am very happy with Host4Profit. Over 12 years.

Try to avoid Godaddy all together.

Hugh
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 7th October 2013, 03:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,578
Posted By Hugh
Re: OMG Screw GoDaddy

Members of this forum have been advising for
10 years or more to never, NEVER, get your
domain and hosting from the same vendor.

When they can control both, it's just too much power.

Hugh
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 29th July 2013, 08:15 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 8,932
Posted By Hugh
Re: Hostgator Outage?

Host 4 Profit dot com is the answer (if your time is worth anything)

Hugh
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 16th February 2013, 04:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 921
Posted By Hugh
Re: where to get recipes for my blog

Ray,

Very few recipes are correctly written. First ingredient should be listed first,
second one second, etc. Last ingredient listed last. Makes it easy for the
cook, helps avoid leaving out...
Forum: Offline Marketing 13th November 2012, 03:08 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 5,196
Posted By Hugh
Re: My story and my last post in this section of the forums for a long time or maybe forever.

Rus,

A lot of what you say hits close to home.
Have always admired your professional attitude.

Go in peace.

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 6th November 2012, 02:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,107
Posted By Hugh
Re: US Offliners....

Cast my ONE vote in battleground Florida.

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 6th November 2012, 02:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 757
Posted By Hugh
Re: 800 Number Provider

Using Kall8 - no problems. Dirt cheap.

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 29th October 2012, 10:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 784
Posted By Hugh
Re: Interesting lead gen strategy....

Demographics would seem to be pretty good.

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 24th October 2012, 01:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 751
Posted By Hugh
Re: The 'Pricing' Problem : Add More Value! (Explained)

I never try to sell a "Product".

I sell a "Package Deal."
I sell a "Bundle" or a Basket.

Add more products to increase apparent value.
Always include something that no-one can duplicate....
Forum: Offline Marketing 22nd October 2012, 01:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 892
Posted By Hugh
Re: THE BEST SALESPERSON DOES THIS......

Rus,

Until now I have never heard anyone speak of selling "clean".
When anyone asks me what I do, I say "I help people find what they are looking for."
And I have been saying for years that "I...
Forum: Offline Marketing 22nd October 2012, 09:51 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 58,399
Posted By Hugh
re: The Absolute BEST Rebuttal to "I'm Not Interested"...

Great thread OP. Thanks.

I agree with Rus. Just because they have a pulse and $$ doesn't
mean I want them for a client.

Sometimes, the best sale is the one who got away.

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 22nd October 2012, 09:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 774
Posted By Hugh
Re: Cold Walking: Postcard vs Brochure vs A4

Depends on my bank balance.

If it is LOW, I take a postcard and I sell that damned postcard, one call close.
Same with a brochure - one call close.
If you have anything in your hand, that's...
Forum: Offline Marketing 19th October 2012, 08:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,012
Posted By Hugh
Re: Loving my new Business model, but it's just not loving me back! Any ideas what I can do better?

Brian?

Ben?

Can these guys chime in with a pointer or two?

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 6th October 2012, 09:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 525
Posted By Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 6th October 2012, 09:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 459
Posted By Hugh
Re: Need some Guidance..

You have got to KNOW and understand that your job is to help
the business owner realize HIS dream. Not yours. So you need
to ask questions. Lots of questions. Then when you understand
HIS goals,...
Forum: Offline Marketing 3rd October 2012, 10:35 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,244
Posted By Hugh
Re: I am bored, anybody want to talk about sales?

"I always wanted to be a salesman.
Joined Amway last night.
Now I are one."

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 6th September 2012, 12:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 652
Posted By Hugh
Re: Contract?

With their check in my pocket, from my office, I send a
"Memorandum Of Understanding" by email. Try to include
everything we had agreed on. "Does this cover it?. Let me
know if you agree."
...
Forum: Offline Marketing 5th September 2012, 02:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 731
Posted By Hugh
Re: I'm Jumping Back Into The Game But...It's A Different Game

Steven,

Good to see you back.

You are right. They will never see it. Took me forever because I thought I had to
see the dentist, himself. When I finally pitched an office manager, it got much...
Forum: Offline Marketing 5th September 2012, 11:08 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,333
Posted By Hugh
Re: How to deal with difficult client? please help.

Now that you know you two are incompatible
do you still want to get married?

Happy New Year!!!

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 27th August 2012, 11:12 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 976
Posted By Hugh
Re: The Actual Work

Outsourses. When you find a great one, treat him/her like GOLD.
Give top pay and love.

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 27th August 2012, 10:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 924
Posted By Hugh
Re: Looking for a template that drives phone calls for small businesses

Not mine, but classic example of a "Direct Response Website."

houstondiscountroofing dot com

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 26th August 2012, 01:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 831
Posted By Hugh
Re: How did you get your first client?

"Belly-to-belly sales." The third restaurant I walked into
needed a website. (a few years ago)

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 16th August 2012, 03:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 670
Posted By Hugh
Re: Explaining monthly payments?

I love the residual income. Customer gets used to it (If it is not burdensome)
and you avoid having to do a major close-job every year.

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 11th August 2012, 02:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 879
Posted By Hugh
Re: Avoid Falling Prey To These Nasty Things

"When a guy with experience meets a guy with money..........
The guy with the experience gets the money.........
The guy with the money gets the experience.!"

Can't remember who said it.

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 10th August 2012, 11:33 AM
Replies: 238
Views: 30,086
Posted By Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 8th August 2012, 12:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 936
Posted By Hugh
Re: Just sealed the deal with my first client on the first meeting!

Way ti go. Do it again. "Strike while the iron is HOT!"

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 6th August 2012, 01:19 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,036
Posted By Hugh
Re: Why are People here so helpful though?

Newbys can earn an (unofficial) PHD in Marketing just by reading
and rereading the free-flow of ideas that are offered in this forum.
I cannot think of a valid question that has not been addressed...
Forum: Offline Marketing 4th August 2012, 02:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,004
Posted By Hugh
Re: OK, Let's all be straight here for a second...

For a different perspective, I never go for the really high ticket sale.
Much rather have lots of painless monthly residuals just keep coming.
For me, $89 a month is the sweet spot. That's over...
Forum: Offline Marketing 2nd August 2012, 01:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 604
Posted By Hugh
Re: Phone Dialers - what are you guys using?

Read that someone on this forum got the best results
with headset that came with their iPhone. Anyone?

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 2nd August 2012, 01:02 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,574
Posted By Hugh
Re: Help! Where Can I Find Commission-Only Sale People For My SEO/SMM/Lead Gen Company???

Here's the problem. If they really know how to sell to businesses,
they don't need you. Read any Don Olm or Martin Buckley post on
this forum. If they are really good, they will create their own...
Forum: Offline Marketing 2nd August 2012, 12:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,007
Posted By Hugh
Re: What else do you offer to secure a stable monthy income: Local Business Website Design

I have always called them packages. The new buzzword is "Bundles."

You "Bundle" several ongoing services and offer it at a monthly fee.
Better yet, offer THREE bundles. One so cheap that you...
Forum: Offline Marketing 26th July 2012, 08:57 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,180
Posted By Hugh
Re: - REVIEW MY SCRIPT -

Alanis,

Way to go. You're rockin'.

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 23rd July 2012, 11:59 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 873
Posted By Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 21st July 2012, 11:09 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,029
Posted By Hugh
Re: taking payments with check over the phone?

Really great info. About to switch to checks.
In 3 months I will be finished with Paypal.

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 15th July 2012, 12:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 764
Posted By Hugh
Re: What Would You Do If You Needed $865 By Friday?

First figure out what you can do for $300 and be worth $500.
Start calling on small businesses in my town.
Sell 3 pkgs at $300 each.
Voilla! $900.
Keep the change.

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 7th July 2012, 09:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,142
Posted By Hugh
Re: Web Design Biz - packages pricing.

I like to offer three choices.

1) the lowest price I'll take, but not leave empty-handed.
2) the price I really want.
3) the higher price for the guy who wants the very best.

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 7th July 2012, 08:43 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,000
Posted By Hugh
Re: No Money? NO PROBLEM!! $5,000 Website Deal Went Bust, Then Turned Into a $50,000 BOAT!!

"......it's just a big game. Money is the way you keep score." Cash McCall (a very old movie)

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 16th June 2012, 10:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 496
Posted By Hugh
Re: What if...

Pick one item to sell. Learn it back & forth/upside down. Sell it.
If someone ask you about something else, "I've been thinking
about adding that to my line. On my schedule for next month."

Go...
Forum: Offline Marketing 12th June 2012, 12:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 547
Posted By Hugh
Re: Hi, I'm a commodity.....are you?

That's why I like face-to-face selling. I don't really go
into much detail until I sense a level of trust. Only then
do I start "Selling."

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 10th June 2012, 04:33 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,294
Posted By Hugh
Re: How are your local sites doing post Penguin?

Saw a mild decline in position for a number of sites. Now,
seems to be slowly creeping back. Fingers crossed.

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 10th June 2012, 03:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 698
Posted By Hugh
Re: Offline Marketing Business

Adam

Wish you the best.

Like you, my wife and I have been in the restaurant business (but only one).

Like you, I have retired (a couple of times).

But I can't give up business. It's more...
Forum: Offline Marketing 4th June 2012, 01:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,211
Posted By Hugh
Re: How do you explain SEO to your Offline Prospects?

SEO? I can't remember who said
"They can't write you a check while they're scratching their head."
But I believe it.

Hugh
Forum: Offline Marketing 3rd June 2012, 11:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 739
Posted By Hugh
Re: Creating Content For Clients

I think Jason nailed it. With their check in your bank, pop in
with your 20 or 25 item questionnaire. Ask each question,
take notes. Saw a sample on this forum a few weeks ago.
If he says "Not...
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