Archive for January, 2008

Podcasting Series: Part 2

January 31, 2008 | Author: Rob | Filed under: SEO and Marketing

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Last time, we discussed the most basic facts of podcasting. Now, it’s time to start getting into the nitty-gritty of exactly how you do it.

Equipment

Obviously, the most basic requirements for podcasting are a microphone and recording software. While some will tell you to invest in a top-quality microphone from the outset, I would suggest a cheaper version to begin with, such as you might find in the computer section at Wal-Mart or Target…a headset model intended for voice chat. Once you get a few podcasts under your belt, you’ll probably want to upgrade your mic to a better model. A warning, though…shopping for “just the right microphone” can become addictive, and the highest-quality broadcast-level mics can cost thousands of dollars.

For recording software, again there are many options, with some costing hundreds of dollars. However, to get your feet wet, it’s perfectly acceptable to start out with the free …

Project Wonderful Advertising is Wonderful!

January 30, 2008 | Author: Rob | Filed under: SEO and Marketing

I’m going to introduce you to a new advertising network I found recently that I’ve fallen in love with! The network I’m introducing to you is called “Project Wonderful“.

Introduction to Project Wonderful

Project Wonderful is a new type of network that let’s you choose any type of ad format imaginable and sell the space to whomever has the highest bid that you allow at daily intervals. That’s basically the gist of it. Previously most blogs that wanted to do advertising but didn’t get many uniques would have a hard time selling site-wides unless it was blatantly for PR reasons. Now with Project Wonderful you can sell your space for what it’s worth. If you you sell say a 125X125 banner spot for ~$.20 a day that’s ~6$ a month; not a lot but definitely the difference between breaking even on your blog or paying the hosting yourself. It’s …

Introducing the PepperJam Affiliate Network

January 29, 2008 | Author: Dave | Filed under: SEO and Marketing

Pepperjam: A Review

Affiliate marketing can be one of the most profitable ways to monetize your website or blog…usually second only to “direct sale” ads (where you and the sponsor communicate directly on the sale, with no network “middleman”). As with most monetization options, with affiliate marketing what you get out of it is in direct proportion to what you put into it in terms of time and effort, but with some networks you start the race with one foot in a bucket, no trainer and a blindfold on. Click here to register as a PepperJam Affiliate.

Today I’ll be looking at what is fast becoming one of the major affiliate marketing networks (primarily because they’re trying to minimize some of the problems with affiliate networks), PepperJam.

The System

When you see the system Pepperjam has in place for advertisers and website owners, you start to realize that Pepperjam does offer …

Top 10 Tips to Stick to a Schedule When You Operate a Home Business

January 28, 2008 | Author: Rob | Filed under: Time Management, Working at Home

Today’s post on the topic of sticking to a schedule when you operate a home business is brought to you by a friend of mine Chrissie. We’ll be seeing a weekly feature from her in the future as shes a great writer and “living the dream” of working from home.

The decision to work from home is a very appealing one for many. The phrase “work at your computer in your pyjamas” carries with it a sense of freedom and liberation that many cubicle confined workers long for. There are countless benefits to working from home, but many people don’t realize the drawbacks until they are in the business and struggling. One of the most appealing factors of working from home is the flexibility in scheduling and not having to answer to an employer. In fact, it is this very benefit that causes many home businesses to fail. Many …

THE EDGE: Get it Working For You ASAP!

January 25, 2008 | Author: Rob | Filed under: Business Advice

The edge or the flow in life is always working for you or against you. Before I proceed take note of that previous statement; it’s true and the more you look at your life objectively you’ll sense which direction you’re going.

Essentially we are just living organisms and on a purely simplified biological level not that much different then a plant; we have 2 states in life; growing and wilting. Unlike a pond or swamp life does not stagnate; it’s like an ever flowing river of energy, emotions and events. You are either moving forward upstream and growing or being pushed downstream and wilting.

People talk about “your edge” meaning what do you do differently which gives you an advantage over others doing something similar? I’m not here to talk about YOUR edge; I’m here to talk about THE EDGE. The edge is nothing personal such as personality or writing style; the …