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Written by Trevor Taylor
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Sunday, 12 November 2006 |
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Word Count: 934 10 Powerful Tips for the Newbie Internet Business Entrepreneur
For the newbie Internet business entrepreneur, here are the 10 most powerful
unwritten rules that may well prevent you from 'skidding into the ditch'. Make a
point of reading through them monthly and remain focused on the road ahead!
1.
First and foremost, Lets look at the advantages of creating and building an
online income. Our place of work is open for business 24/7 so we can work when
we want and for as long as we want. Many of our regular duties can be run on
auto-pilot leaving us with more time for family, social and leisure activities.
This situation offers a less stressful working environment, and to a certain
extent we are in control of your own rewards. However, it is important to
remember that there are few 'Get-Rich-Quick' schemes on the Internet. Look upon
it in much the same way as you would if you were creating an offline business,
which, in order to be successful, requires commitment and a positive attitude
right from the offset, with scant reward in the early days.
2.
Whilst it is important to have your mindset focused on a full-time successful
online business, it is useful, especially early in your Internet career, as part
of the learning curve, to try out a few programs in your spare time. Get the
feel of the Internet Marketing arena and at the same time learn a little about
HTML, Scripts, creating attractive images and even building your first website!
This can all be achieved as a 'spare time' activity. Don't sack your boss till
you have the confidence in your complete ability to earn regular income. There
may be a lot to learn but, trust me, if you're focused, it will be worth the
effort.
3.
NEVER.. get involved in 'get paid to read email' sites, they are scams and you
wont earn a penny, and they won't answer your emails of complaint! MLM too, or
in fact any website telling you that your money will be doubled or trebled in a
matter of days, or you will become rich overnight, are scams. Avoid them!! It's
not difficult to find bona fide traders on the Internet. Look for offline
contact points. An address or telephone number is a good sign they are genuine.
Another good test is to send them an email before you sign up to see how
efficiently they reply. Avoid the 'Get-Rich-Quick' schemes. They don't work!
4.
Imagine you discovered a method of earning huge amounts of money on the
Internet. Would you then offer to tell everyone about your 'secret formula'? I
don't think so! You will no doubt come across those who will try to convince you
they have found such a recipe, and no doubt offer to share it with you. Believe
me it will cost you, not just financially but in wasted time too. Always shy
away when you see the word 'Secrets', or see boasts of huge income!
5.
Similarly, ask yourself this.. would a guy who says he's earning several million
dollars a year, bother to write and market an eBook describing how he did it? I
think not! Go with your first instincts, they are usually quite accurate!
6.
Don't pay too much attention to images of earnings checks or bank statements
purportedly demonstrating how much the account-holder has earned, It is a simple
task to create whatever you want with a little creativity. The same goes for
letters of recommendation or testimonials. Anyone can write them or get their
colleagues to do so! They may con some, but don't let it be you!
7.
Think positive and stay focused at all times. If you were to take a close look
at all the successful Internet marketers, who have made a great deal of money
from their endeavors, you would find they have one thing in common! Dedication!!
They are prepared to work hard and long to achieve their goals. They do not lose
heart if everything doesn't come together today, and they are rarely influenced
by the 'quick buck'. I cannot stress this point often enough to you...
8.
Be organized! Keep all your business activities logged and documents filed in
the correct folders. Check your email accounts at least daily and file the
important ones. Don't be frightened to name a file or folder with a long name
(within reason). You should be able to access any file, folder, software or
email within 30 seconds. So much time can be saved with a tidy desktop!
9.
Stick to the basic etiquette of Internet Marketing. Don't be tempted to send out
high volume unsolicited email (spam). It won't be worth the hassle believe me!
Read the Terms and conditions section when you join a program and if you decide
to sign up.. then adhere to those terms. You will make useful contacts during
your Internet campaigns. Try not to 'stand on toes'
10.
Avoid leaving large amounts of funding in any online marketing or promotion
website! Most websites have a strict policy on spamming and if you are ever
accused (rightly or wrongly) of sending unsolicited emails, you are likely to
have your account closed, which could result in you losing your funding too!
So that's it! Not a set of rules... more a collection of simple guidelines
which, if applied, will serve to make your Internet Marketing experience a safer
and more enjoyable journey!
Trevor Taylor - Internet Business Entrepreneur
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