Comments on: The Complete Guide to Affiliate Marketing on the Web: How to Use and Profit from Affiliate Marketing Programs http://plrvideo4u.com/4/the-complete-guide-to-affiliate-marketing-on-the-web-how-to-use-and-profit-from-affiliate-marketing-programs/ Your PLR Video Library Mon, 07 Feb 2011 17:20:03 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: Midwest Book Review http://plrvideo4u.com/4/the-complete-guide-to-affiliate-marketing-on-the-web-how-to-use-and-profit-from-affiliate-marketing-programs/comment-page-1/#comment-6 Midwest Book Review Sun, 26 Apr 2009 09:29:09 +0000 http://plrvideo4u.com/4/the-complete-guide-to-affiliate-marketing-on-the-web-how-to-use-and-profit-from-affiliate-marketing-programs/#comment-6 Affiliate marketing is a profitable, web-based advertising method in which internet merchants pay independent third parties to promote their products or services. While Amazon.com developed it, it is available to any business, and The Complete Guide to Affiliate Marketing on the Web provides six steps to developing a successful web marketing campaign to increase web visitors and sales. Case studies supplement the practical tips in a guide perfect for any business library catering to web-based businesses. Rating: 5 / 5 Affiliate marketing is a profitable, web-based advertising method in which internet merchants pay independent third parties to promote their products or services. While Amazon.com developed it, it is available to any business, and The Complete Guide to Affiliate Marketing on the Web provides six steps to developing a successful web marketing campaign to increase web visitors and sales. Case studies supplement the practical tips in a guide perfect for any business library catering to web-based businesses.
Rating: 5 / 5

]]> By: Bobbi Clough http://plrvideo4u.com/4/the-complete-guide-to-affiliate-marketing-on-the-web-how-to-use-and-profit-from-affiliate-marketing-programs/comment-page-1/#comment-5 Bobbi Clough Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:48:48 +0000 http://plrvideo4u.com/4/the-complete-guide-to-affiliate-marketing-on-the-web-how-to-use-and-profit-from-affiliate-marketing-programs/#comment-5 Bruce Brown's The Complete Guide to Affiliate Marketing on the Web is a crash course for those who want to learn how to successfully host an affiliate program on their Web sites or join an affiliate network. This book provides an in-depth look at all of the basics of affiliate marketing, including managing, promoting, and growing programs; helping affiliates who are technically challenged, managing cookies, developing multi-tier marketing, and writing a marketing plan. It's clear the author has a firm grasp of where affiliate marketing is today and where it's likely to be headed over the next few years. <br /> <br />I was worried that this subject would be too technical and, therefore, hard to learn. Fortunately, the author provides simple, step-by-step, easy-to-follow instructions for novices who are learning how to become affiliates. He also describes how to maximize search engine optimization, how to become a power affiliate, affiliate mistakes, and effective ways that to deal with click fraud and scumware (commission stealing applications). <br /> <br />The book is chock full of useful resources regarding website development techniques that will enhance affiliate marketing programs, the best software to use (and it's often free), and ways to select the most reputable affiliate programs. Also, the last part of the book features case studies and interviews with several experts in the field--I learned a lot from reading what they had to say. Though the book is big (nearly 400 pages), I found reading The Complete Guide to Affiliate Marketing on the Web to be profitable and worthwhile, and I would highly encourage anyone who is interested in a good introduction to the subject to read this book. Rating: 5 / 5 Bruce Brown’s The Complete Guide to Affiliate Marketing on the Web is a crash course for those who want to learn how to successfully host an affiliate program on their Web sites or join an affiliate network. This book provides an in-depth look at all of the basics of affiliate marketing, including managing, promoting, and growing programs; helping affiliates who are technically challenged, managing cookies, developing multi-tier marketing, and writing a marketing plan. It’s clear the author has a firm grasp of where affiliate marketing is today and where it’s likely to be headed over the next few years.

I was worried that this subject would be too technical and, therefore, hard to learn. Fortunately, the author provides simple, step-by-step, easy-to-follow instructions for novices who are learning how to become affiliates. He also describes how to maximize search engine optimization, how to become a power affiliate, affiliate mistakes, and effective ways that to deal with click fraud and scumware (commission stealing applications).

The book is chock full of useful resources regarding website development techniques that will enhance affiliate marketing programs, the best software to use (and it’s often free), and ways to select the most reputable affiliate programs. Also, the last part of the book features case studies and interviews with several experts in the field–I learned a lot from reading what they had to say. Though the book is big (nearly 400 pages), I found reading The Complete Guide to Affiliate Marketing on the Web to be profitable and worthwhile, and I would highly encourage anyone who is interested in a good introduction to the subject to read this book.
Rating: 5 / 5

]]> By: Bobbi C http://plrvideo4u.com/4/the-complete-guide-to-affiliate-marketing-on-the-web-how-to-use-and-profit-from-affiliate-marketing-programs/comment-page-1/#comment-4 Bobbi C Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:31:55 +0000 http://plrvideo4u.com/4/the-complete-guide-to-affiliate-marketing-on-the-web-how-to-use-and-profit-from-affiliate-marketing-programs/#comment-4 Bruce Brown's "The Complete Guide to Affiliate Marketing on the Web" is a crash course for those who want to learn how to successfully host an affiliate program on their Web sites or join an affiliate network. This book provides an in-depth look at all of the basics of affiliate marketing, including managing, promoting, and growing programs; helping affiliates who are technically challenged, managing cookies, developing multi-tier marketing, and writing a marketing plan. It's clear the author has a firm grasp of where affiliate marketing is today and where it's likely to be headed over the next few years. <br />I was worried that this subject would be too technical and, therefore, hard to learn. Fortunately, the author provides simple, step-by-step, easy-to-follow instructions for novices who are learning how to become affiliates. He also describes how to maximize search engine optimization, how to become a power affiliate, affiliate mistakes, and effective ways that to deal with click fraud and scumware (commission stealing applications). <br /> <br />The book is chock full of useful resources regarding website development techniques that will enhance affiliate marketing programs, the best software to use (and it's often free), and ways to select the most reputable affiliate programs. Also, the last part of the book features case studies and interviews with several experts in the field--I learned a lot from reading what they had to say. Though the book is big (nearly 400 pages), I found reading "The Complete Guide to Affiliate Marketing on the Web" to be profitable and worthwhile, and I would highly encourage anyone who is interested in a good introduction to the subject to read this book. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Rating: 5 / 5 Bruce Brown’s “The Complete Guide to Affiliate Marketing on the Web” is a crash course for those who want to learn how to successfully host an affiliate program on their Web sites or join an affiliate network. This book provides an in-depth look at all of the basics of affiliate marketing, including managing, promoting, and growing programs; helping affiliates who are technically challenged, managing cookies, developing multi-tier marketing, and writing a marketing plan. It’s clear the author has a firm grasp of where affiliate marketing is today and where it’s likely to be headed over the next few years.

I was worried that this subject would be too technical and, therefore, hard to learn. Fortunately, the author provides simple, step-by-step, easy-to-follow instructions for novices who are learning how to become affiliates. He also describes how to maximize search engine optimization, how to become a power affiliate, affiliate mistakes, and effective ways that to deal with click fraud and scumware (commission stealing applications).

The book is chock full of useful resources regarding website development techniques that will enhance affiliate marketing programs, the best software to use (and it’s often free), and ways to select the most reputable affiliate programs. Also, the last part of the book features case studies and interviews with several experts in the field–I learned a lot from reading what they had to say. Though the book is big (nearly 400 pages), I found reading “The Complete Guide to Affiliate Marketing on the Web” to be profitable and worthwhile, and I would highly encourage anyone who is interested in a good introduction to the subject to read this book.

Rating: 5 / 5

]]> By: David Dinell http://plrvideo4u.com/4/the-complete-guide-to-affiliate-marketing-on-the-web-how-to-use-and-profit-from-affiliate-marketing-programs/comment-page-1/#comment-3 David Dinell Sun, 26 Apr 2009 04:39:26 +0000 http://plrvideo4u.com/4/the-complete-guide-to-affiliate-marketing-on-the-web-how-to-use-and-profit-from-affiliate-marketing-programs/#comment-3 <br />Electronic commerce is a business model that has demonstrated lasting power -- and the ability for those with insights to make money on it. That's where "The Complete Guide to Affiliate Marketing On The Web" by Bruce C. Brown comes into play. His subtitle, "How to Use and Profit from Affiliate Marketing Programs" neatly sums up the "why" behind this comprehensive 384-page book. <br /> <br />Basically, this type of marketing links a product or service to other online sites, thus increasing exposure and potential sales. It also levels the playing field, so even mom-and-pop shops can compete with big-box retailers. As Brown puts it: "Unlike many endeavors, affiliate marketing gives everyone an equal opportunity to make money with their passions." <br /> <br />One of the book's better parts is the way it discusses common mistakes others have made along the way and prevents new merchants from falling into those traps. Along with offering insider tips, Brown provides "tricks of the trade" that otherwise could take years to pick up. Also provided is a handy list of affiliate networks to choose from to get under way and useful advice on creating and maintaining a profitable Web site that attracts customers. <br /> <br />A hint such as don't cram a page with flashing banners and graphics is the type of suggestion an entrepreneur who is new to this field needs. <br /> <br />Another positive aspect of Brown's book is his use of case studies and interviews with those who have been on the front lines. Example: His interview with Alexander Gutin, whose company, Web Scribble Solutions, makes Web-based software that powers hundreds of online affiliate programs. <br /> <br />For someone just starting out, Gutin's advice includes giving "some sort of incentive to your affiliates to join your program. There <br />are thousands of affiliate programs; find a way to distinguish yours." Also, "automate everything from the beginning. Find a software package that will handle sale tracking, commissions, payouts, and so on." <br /> <br />Those are the types of helpful guideposts a reader can use in his or her own business. <br />Brown is careful, however, to point out that this endeavor requires lots of research and homework in order to click. However, do that and there's no reason why it can't work, he says. <br /> <br /> Rating: 4 / 5 Electronic commerce is a business model that has demonstrated lasting power — and the ability for those with insights to make money on it. That’s where “The Complete Guide to Affiliate Marketing On The Web” by Bruce C. Brown comes into play. His subtitle, “How to Use and Profit from Affiliate Marketing Programs” neatly sums up the “why” behind this comprehensive 384-page book.

Basically, this type of marketing links a product or service to other online sites, thus increasing exposure and potential sales. It also levels the playing field, so even mom-and-pop shops can compete with big-box retailers. As Brown puts it: “Unlike many endeavors, affiliate marketing gives everyone an equal opportunity to make money with their passions.”

One of the book’s better parts is the way it discusses common mistakes others have made along the way and prevents new merchants from falling into those traps. Along with offering insider tips, Brown provides “tricks of the trade” that otherwise could take years to pick up. Also provided is a handy list of affiliate networks to choose from to get under way and useful advice on creating and maintaining a profitable Web site that attracts customers.

A hint such as don’t cram a page with flashing banners and graphics is the type of suggestion an entrepreneur who is new to this field needs.

Another positive aspect of Brown’s book is his use of case studies and interviews with those who have been on the front lines. Example: His interview with Alexander Gutin, whose company, Web Scribble Solutions, makes Web-based software that powers hundreds of online affiliate programs.

For someone just starting out, Gutin’s advice includes giving “some sort of incentive to your affiliates to join your program. There

are thousands of affiliate programs; find a way to distinguish yours.” Also, “automate everything from the beginning. Find a software package that will handle sale tracking, commissions, payouts, and so on.”

Those are the types of helpful guideposts a reader can use in his or her own business.

Brown is careful, however, to point out that this endeavor requires lots of research and homework in order to click. However, do that and there’s no reason why it can’t work, he says.

Rating: 4 / 5

]]> By: N. Thomas http://plrvideo4u.com/4/the-complete-guide-to-affiliate-marketing-on-the-web-how-to-use-and-profit-from-affiliate-marketing-programs/comment-page-1/#comment-2 N. Thomas Sun, 26 Apr 2009 03:18:42 +0000 http://plrvideo4u.com/4/the-complete-guide-to-affiliate-marketing-on-the-web-how-to-use-and-profit-from-affiliate-marketing-programs/#comment-2 I just received this book in the mail not too long ago, and although I haven't been able to put it down I find the organization a little confusing. I am very new to affiliate marketing. I mean, I know how to use HTML, blog, etc but I am no techie. I can follow directions without a problem, but what I find confusing about the book is that the author goes back and forth with information for individuals who want to become affiliates (and sell other people's products) and individuals who have products to sell (who are considering enlisting affiliates to sell for them) and for a newbie it gets confusing. I admit that even when I was trying to figure out if I should buy the book I couldn't really figure out who it was for. I would rather deal with one side or the other at a time in one book, but not both. <br /> <br />There are some things that are confusing to a newbie such as "affiliate tracking" that isn't clearly explained, but (I'm old school) I have noticed that it is typical of writers in this day and age to assume that the readers understand most everything the author is talking about. Even when I took web design classes at a local college the instructors assume ALL students are millenials (I'm a gen X) and will not explain in more detail unless asked. <br /> <br />Though I like the book and would recommend it, I have been on the hunt basically for an instruction manual (haven't found one yet and don't think I will in this day and age). But the author does give good info about getting into affiliate marketing on both sides. Though I recommend it, it won't be the last book I buy. Rating: 4 / 5 I just received this book in the mail not too long ago, and although I haven’t been able to put it down I find the organization a little confusing. I am very new to affiliate marketing. I mean, I know how to use HTML, blog, etc but I am no techie. I can follow directions without a problem, but what I find confusing about the book is that the author goes back and forth with information for individuals who want to become affiliates (and sell other people’s products) and individuals who have products to sell (who are considering enlisting affiliates to sell for them) and for a newbie it gets confusing. I admit that even when I was trying to figure out if I should buy the book I couldn’t really figure out who it was for. I would rather deal with one side or the other at a time in one book, but not both.

There are some things that are confusing to a newbie such as “affiliate tracking” that isn’t clearly explained, but (I’m old school) I have noticed that it is typical of writers in this day and age to assume that the readers understand most everything the author is talking about. Even when I took web design classes at a local college the instructors assume ALL students are millenials (I’m a gen X) and will not explain in more detail unless asked.

Though I like the book and would recommend it, I have been on the hunt basically for an instruction manual (haven’t found one yet and don’t think I will in this day and age). But the author does give good info about getting into affiliate marketing on both sides. Though I recommend it, it won’t be the last book I buy.
Rating: 4 / 5

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