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Forum: Copywriting 20th November 2008, 12:45 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,488
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Over 85% Bounce Rate - Something's terribly wrong

Go to googles website optimizer and start split-testing different landing pages right now.

BTW, depending on your traffic, if you get a 25% signup rate on mainstream market products that is...
Forum: Copywriting 20th November 2008, 12:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 844
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Marketing to Women Headline Critique

Hi Tierra

Yeah they are right. A lot of your headlines are a bit awkward to read and don't flow very smoothly. I recommend you look at some of the other great Headline writers out there and use...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 11:49 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,014
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: '*' What softwares do you use for E-Cover / Labels Design Packaging?

The best one by FAR is Cover Action (http://www.grillmycopy.com/coveraction.php) ... which is the software I use for all my products now. You simply create a flat cover image you want, and with the...
Forum: Search Engine Optimization 19th November 2008, 07:33 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 965
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: How about buying traffic?

One word: DON'T!

These sites will NEVER send you any traffic that will convert. Its either recycled, bots or just some other random "un-targeted" list that visits your site.

Save that money...
Forum: Search Engine Optimization 19th November 2008, 07:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 498
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Click Through Rate?

It depends on Content vs. Search.

Search I get around 10-20% depending on the keyword ... and on Content its around 0.5 - 1% for the really good keywords.

You can easiliy duplicate this if...
Forum: Search Engine Optimization 19th November 2008, 07:30 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,197
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: How to Drive Traffic to AdSense sites?

If you have an adsense site then you gotta be careful its not a MADE FOR ADSENSE site. You dont want to drive PPC traffic to it in hopes of abirtraging your adsense account. You can, but I recommend...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 07:11 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,150
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: I'm an idiot. (Please review my conduit site, take II)

The blue is very nice but your header gives me eye-cancer :)

Its very unpleasant on the eyes and you can hardly see the INSIDE in yoru banner. Id get a much "calmer" header designed. Your RSS...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 07:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,237
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Blog Question - Using Someone else's content

As a general rule fo thumb, the more UNIQUE the content on your site the more VALUE Google gives it.

But you can always take something you read somewhere, quote it and add your own 2 cents and...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 07:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 489
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: where can I find the best website to pay my affiliates?

Clickbank and PayDotCom are my favorite ones as they have a very easy affiliate system. I also use PLIMUS for my payment gateway and they offer a similar solution to clickbank.

A lot of...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 07:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 581
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: How many keyword per article?

Go for 3-4. You always want to optimze each article for only a handful of keywords ... and if you have more then you write a different article around teh other 3-4.

Also, aim for a keyword...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 06:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 754
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Are Opt-in Forms Really Necessary?

No, you don't NEED an opt-in form at all. But its wise to FOLLOW UP on your prospects or exisiting customers to benefit from a back-end offer.

Its good practice though to have an opt-in box...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 06:56 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,846
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Think and Grow Rich - A Two Word Summary of the Book

I've read it and its a great book. I'd sum it up as PERSISTANCE and FOCUS.

It doesn't offer a "do this and get rich" solution but it does give you loads of personality traits that are needed to...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 06:55 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 756
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Blog or a full website

Go with a wordpress blog first. Less hassle, easy to set-up and much quicker SEO optimzed than a full website.

Then, you can always upgrade your blog to a website if you want
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 06:53 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,515
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Not offering a 100% no questions asked refund policy means look out your being scammed... WRONG!

No this isnt entirely true.

As a consumer, you are entitled to a refund if your product DOESNT DELIVER! Again, this is a lot of greyzone but you can get a refund for anything which is faulty.
...
Forum: Programming 19th November 2008, 06:49 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 77,715
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Embed Video Into a PDF

Wow, that is awesome stuff. I always used to put my videos on a website and link it directly within my PDF, but actually EMBEDDING the video in the PDF itself ... would have never thought of that.
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Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 06:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 799
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: How Do I link my squeeze page to a salesletter from clickbank and still get my commission?

Theres a very nice help section for hoplinks in clickbank on how to set up yoru affiliate link (hoplink).

Make sure you REDIRECT your pages tho and don't just direct-link to your hoplink. This...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 06:46 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 911
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: When Does This Forum Replace The Old Forum?

New Year I suppose ... but all the old posts will definitely be archived for future reference
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 06:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 669
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: What do you think about earning money only through PPC?

I used to be heavy on PPC, now I use it to test things out and then build an SEO optimized site around the offer to guarantee steady traffic at no "per-click" expenses.

You can always combine...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 06:40 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,475
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Am I entitled to a refund??

Chargebacks offer you some kind of buyer-protection. If you feel you have a case then go for it ... but if you agreed to their T&C then they can (legally) collect their debt from you.

In...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 06:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,921
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Where can i sell my collection of old toys?

Ebay ... but keep a reserve price on it. The VALUE of your items is what the MARKET is willing to pay for it. Remember: Demand/Supply ;)
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 06:36 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 37,477
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Craigslist question re: so-called ghosting...

Ghosting is a common problem on craigslist. The only thing that works is to witch IPs and keep resubmitting the ads. I used to hie a team to do that but I dropped it since its not really my style to...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 06:35 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 15,997
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: I Was Looking At Infusionsoft And Then I Noticed This.....

Infusionsoft is actually some pretty hot hardware (or software lol) at the moment. Its pretty expensive (like 300 a month minimum) but these guys will be the new plug-n-play in IM.

I didn't even...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 06:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 473
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Has this happened to you?

Has to do with your SEO practices and Google's indexing. When you get more backlinks and optimize your site better for yoru BROAD MATCH KEYWORD ... then you will come up as well ;)
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 06:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 544
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: It makes sense to submit to more than one article directory

I don't think you need to MASS submit all your articles. If you are on EA that is a GREAT start ... anything else will just be duplicates but if you go with 2-3 directories that is good SEO practice...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 06:21 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 946
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: How Many Warriors Are Really Making Money Online?

Theres LOADS of warriors who make a truckload of cash on the IM. But anybody who will tell you its EASY is full of BS. It takes HARD WORK to make money ... and YES a lot can be made just like in any...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 06:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,013
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Payment Button: "Buy Now" vs. "Add To Cart"

Add to cart is more for shopping outlets with catalog products liek clothes, gear, etc.

If you don't run yoru own "store", go with the BUY NOW as its a stronger call to action. The other sites...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 06:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 676
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Free .PDF for those struggling with CSS (and even those who aren't)

Thanks buddy, now I can brush up on my CSS skills ... I can definitely improve a bit there ;)
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 06:11 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 812
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Using Video To Sell Without A Sales Letter...

A lot of people don't like watching long videos. Often, watching something on Video doesn't register as good when you are reading powerful words. I recommend doing it both ways, having a good video...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 06:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 707
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Speed Reading

Haha, great test ... I guess I have to work on my "speed reading" a bit to help me wade through the financial times every morning :)
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 06:05 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,300
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: I Want YOU To really THINK about these questions....

As teh saying goes ... you MUST think outside the box. When you think of the most OBVIOUS solution on how to market these products ... I can guarantee you that a lot of OTHER people have thought of...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 05:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 632
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Please i need a hosting company

Go with hostgator, they are inexpensive and offer a great service
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 05:54 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,830
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: What's the best website hosting service?

Hostgator is your friend ;)
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 05:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 626
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: What are the BASICS you feel is needed in a successful site today?

- Lead Capture
- Good Salescopy
- Testimonials
- Backend
- Affiliate Support
- Customer Support
- Articles/Resources
- Blog
- SEO optimized (!!!)
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 05:51 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,355
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Would you promote a product with a $14 commission? -Please Vote!

Sure, depends on the Quality and how easy it would be to promote it, as in list only etc.

But for driving PPC traffic, anything under 20 bucks is a but low to cover the costs.
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 05:50 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,531
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: I've just become a twitter - now what? Any experts to guide me?

I use twitter to build relationships with prospects, and also to index my sites for SEO purposes. Its just like any other web 2.0 site that can help you boost your SERP ranking very quickly ... AND...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 05:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 600
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Paypal order text link?

Have you ever considered getting a different payment gateway than paypal? CLickbank or Plimus are much better in my opinion, but as longas you're happy with paypal go for it ;)

Just make sure you...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 05:27 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,104
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: How I Made $316.50 in 24 Hours with an Email and a Clickbank Product

And how would you have obtained that list? What KIND of list was it? ... lot sof Question marks there my friend.

Smart cross-promotion does work, but I don't recommend blasting out a broadcast to...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 05:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 590
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: What makes you feel secured when buying ?

Clean website design + professional appearance accounts for a lot!

Payment gateway itself isnt as important as the entire look and feel. Is it properly designed? Does it LOOK secure? Would you be...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 05:23 AM
Replies: 160
Views: 10,689
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: What I Do To Make $369.86 A Day

Very inspirational post. I have a similar routine for the day but my discipline isnt as SOLID as yours. I still get distracted a bit too much but I'll get ther eeventually. Once you work out a solid...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 05:20 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 707
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Is IM making me blind?

Eye-strain like this can happen from playing video-games ... its because your EYES dry out quickly because you are STARING at the screen for longer without blinking.

Just rub your eyes every 20...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 05:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,999
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: How do you stop watching youtube all day?

Lol yeah that happens to me as well. But I try to ONLY go on youtube while having lunch or on my actual lunch-break. I'd advice you to start working in SPRINTS rather than slow marathons.

Allows...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 05:15 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,073
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Are these good ideas for promoting a website offline??

Instead of giving away free hot-dogs ... take their contact info instead of handing out yours. If you want to do DIRECT MAIL (I hope you are) thne you got their contact info ... or you can also get...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 05:13 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 699
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Is Paypal popular to the banks in your country?

Just to give you some words of advice: Paypal DOES scam people!

Go to paypalsucks.com, this isnt just a fluke anymore ... I know at least 3 people in my neighborhood who had their accounts frozen...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 05:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 783
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Keyword density?

Naturally, if you want to optimize a website page for good SEO you go with 5-7%. But articles can be a little lower since you want to write very "natural" stuff and not tend to optimize too much for...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 19th November 2008, 04:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 734
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Know anyone who designs KILLER squeeze pages?

I used blingcovers before as well, so if you're looking for "graphically" GOOD Squeezes, go with them ;)
Forum: Copywriting 19th November 2008, 04:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 775
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Ebook Creation...

Go with password protected .PDF ... some people don't like to install .EXE files.

As many photos as you need ... as long as it doesn't compromise the filesize into oblivion.

I found out that...
Forum: Copywriting 19th November 2008, 04:47 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,245
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: are you a copy-writer or an article writer?

I'd say copywriter. I'd argue that if you're a good copywriter and learn a bit of SEO ... you can also be a good article writer. But then again, I don't like writing articles so I'm sticking to...
Forum: Copywriting 19th November 2008, 04:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 800
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Can you improve this sales copy - I'm sure you can.

You definitely need formatting and some stronger colors in there. Go for WHITE background with RED HEADLINES + SUBHEADLINES. Maybe your Banner can be improved as well (spend 100 bucks on a graphic...
Forum: Copywriting 19th November 2008, 04:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 690
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Ebook Editing...

Go to elance and set your own budget. But around 1 buck per page is a good estimate of what most people will charge you for proof-reading
Forum: Copywriting 19th November 2008, 04:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 673
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Which one? Pick the better headline!

Choose the second one. Judging from the target market your hitting ... go with the one that has less Hype, which would be the second.

The first one has been chewed through the grinder too many...
Forum: Copywriting 19th November 2008, 04:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 736
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: The Presentation of the "Offer"

Really simple:

1 - Describe Problem
2 - Share personal life story of your struggle with that problem
3 - Show a little proof of what happened once you LEARNED the "Secret"
4 - Offer to SHARE...
Forum: Copywriting 19th November 2008, 04:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 750
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Review My Head line

Always go with a RED HEADLINE, use TAHOMA and start off with something like "You're About To Discover ..." or "You're About To Learn ..." or "Who Else Wants ..."

They grab attention like nothing...
Forum: Copywriting 19th November 2008, 04:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 594
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Need help with title for weight loss report

"Belly Torch" ... "Fat Stripper"
Forum: Copywriting 19th November 2008, 04:09 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,620
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: The Best Copywriting Resource in the world

Try www.GrillMyCopy.com (http://www.GrillMyCopy.com) ... it brushes up on copywrighting skill and helps you boost conversions.
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 18th November 2008, 12:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 481
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: Should it be an e-book or just a short report?

I would stretch it. Gives you more material which can be brushed up with good copywriting to make it very attractive for the reader. Otherwise, it will be good article content for SEO purposes.
...
Forum: Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum 18th November 2008, 12:51 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,759
Posted By Nick Doyle
Re: How I halved my unconfirmed Opt-ins

Hey James.

Ive done this on several of my thank you pages after the opt-in and it always worked well. Another thing you might want to add is a little COUNTDOWN TIMER to it to get them to confirm...
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