Have you heard all the buzz about the new release by Problogger this week, titled The Blogger's Guide to Online Marketing?
It just came out this week, and it is currently on sale for 50% off during this initial release phase.
I decided to check it out. Given the discounted price and everything it includes, it was too good to pass up.
This is great timing (!) because as you know I have recently taken an interest in finding ways to better connect with my market and with brands on my new niche affiliate blog.
This guide is right on target - helping you dig deep into your brand, your niche, your customers and your competitors. It also covers the best ways to connect with brands & advertisers for long term profitable relationships...
Practical 31-Step Guide to Marketing Your Blog
The Blogger's Guide to Online Marketing was written by the Web Marketing Ninja, a big part of Darren Rowse's Problogger team. In addition to the guide, you'll find that it's actually bundled as an entire blog marketing kit - complete with a library of 21 templates and examples for hands-on application of the strategies you'll learn.
I'm actually mentioned in it - twice!
That was an unexpected surprise. 😀
You'll find those mentions on pages 7 and 77.
Want to dramatically improve your blog's traffic & revenue?
If you aren't making money with your blog now, you should be after putting these 31 steps into practice. But this guide isn't JUST for newbies. In fact, I purchased it myself - and I've been blogging for 8 years now (as of August 2011).
Is this kit for you? It's for you if...
- You're interested in monetizing your blog(s).
- You want to take things to the next level in your business.
- You're looking for fresh ideas to market your blog & increase revenue.
It's no secret that Internet Marketing practices change every day. But many of the strategies in this guide, like: writing your elevator pitch (important!), selling to and managing your advertisers, organizing and planning products & promotions, making PR contacts, and more - will never go out of date.
Would I recommend this guide? Yes!
I love the way this guide (and kit) is laid out. There are 31 steps, and it's similar to Darren's 31 Days to Build a Better Blog where you could follow along for 31 days if you wanted to do it that way. Each chapter is very detailed with tips, examples and specific steps to build a more profitable business with your blog.
They have really over-delivered with a huge resource library that comes with the guide. In the resource library you'll find:
- Affiliate Performance Measurement Tool
- Sales Page Templates
- A Product Planning Worksheet
- Product Launch Checklist
- Mind Map
- JV Email Template
- PR Email Templates
- ... and a lot more!
It's all about understanding your market, your brand - and how your market perceives you. This is core marketing strategy that many "marketing guides" skip over altogether. Arguably the most important aspects of your business, and what makes the difference between "blog" and "blah".
(You know exactly what I'm talking about - it's that "stuff" that makes some blogs take off, while others never do!)
As I mentioned earlier, the timing couldn't be better for me personally. My newest niche affiliate blog is coming up on it's 90 day anniversary in a few short weeks. At only 2 1/2 months, it's already doing GREAT - in profit, traffic is steadily growing, seeing nice social media interaction, etc. That said, I know I'm missing some key things that could help me really take it up a notch or two. I aim to dig into this guide and see how I can apply these professional strategies to my new business.
Yes I've been blogging for 8 years, and do very well with it, but that's because I am always learning. 😉
My advice: don't just read this guide and look over the resources. Take Action on each of the lessons, and move on from one to the next at your own pace.
By putting what you learn into practice (as you go!) you'll be able to make dramatic improvements in shorter time.
If you're ready to take your blog to the next level, and dramatically increase your traffic & revenue, be sure to download a copy of The Blogger's Guide to Online Marketing (and the complete kit) while it's on sale for 50% off...
Click here to see an outline of the topics & the resources included:
As I work through this guide, and all of the tools & templates it comes with, I'll be sharing updates & ideas with you here. If you're reading along on your end, we can brainstorm ideas & share results together!
I would love to hear your thoughts on this guide, and all of the resources included with it, once you've had a chance to check it all out...
Best,
p.s. Click Here To Get Started The price will increase soon, by double (!), so make sure you get this entire Blog Marketing guide & kit while it's still on sale 😉
About Lynn Terry
Thanks for the review Lynn, I purchased it this morning and I can't wait to dig in 🙂
I've heard a great feedback about Darren's book. I mean if it's from Darren then it must be really good and unique. Can't wait to read it
I love all Darren's stuff. I like the he provides actionable steps to follow not just the same reworked generic ideas.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the book Lynn. Your thoughts and reactions were exactly what I was hoping for - and from someone with your credibility, so inspiring.
More importantly, I can’t wait to hear about how some of that topics I cover impact your bottom line – because as you’d say, that’s what really matters.
... and I hope my description of you at the start of the book was okay 🙂
I was flattered at the mention, and appreciate your description. Thank you for that. 😀 I'll have more detailed feedback as I work through some of the tasks & worksheets. Having fun with it so far!
I have scammed many times whenever I tried some of ebooks. I guess these are only meant to build a mailing list, making profit or promotion of some site. But they never really contain some value. But, I am really getting into this as it is offering much knowledge 🙂
It's a shame you've purchased ebooks that didn't contain value. Did you request a refund on the ebooks that did not contain what they promised in the sales copy? (I'm assuming that's the issue)
Problogger is a market leader in the industry with a top notch reputation. Not just an info-marketer looking to make a buck. I think you'll be especially pleased with the quality of material in this kit. 😉
After having bought a few internet marketing courses and guides, the most important thing that I have learned is that I need to apply the concepts (ie take action) and work consistently after that. At the end of the day, it is all about motivation, I guess. For this guide, I see that it is being promoted as a "kit". So, I hope it is more of a hands-on practical guide than just full of theories.
Audrey,
Definitely a practical hands-on guide, not just ideas. There are tasks at the end of each section, which give you action items to do as you go. There are also worksheets and examples as part of the kit, which are very helpful.
I'm still sifting through all of it, and working through certain tasks. I love the way it's laid out!
Darren is a good writer and have unique knowledge and research on online marketing. He is very adept in marketing strategies.The above mentioned book is full of knowledge.
Hi lynn, I have just begun the world of blogging. Setting up my blog and so forth. Will this book and seminar be ok for complete newbies? (hate that word) Also thanks for tip on Rosalind G. book being on sale. I have really enjoyed looking at a new revenue source and getting creative with my blog can're seem to get enough of it and, it bringa new life into my virtual support business. Love your newsletters too. Thank you, Debi Leonard
Hi Debi,
Since you are just setting up your blog, I think you will get a lot out of this guide. I set up a new blog about 90 days ago, and I am making some adjustments based on the tips & tasks in this guide. I would get it while it's half off, and if you get it today you can join in on the live call tonight too.
http://www.clicknewz.com/blogmarketing.htm
You might also consider getting Problogger's 31 Days To A Better Blog guide, which many of us have found super helpful.
Darrens product is defenitley a good one. I'm more of a hands on kind of person, I need someone to guide me or show me videos of exactly what to do, if you like darrens product, you should checkout singlepagemoneymaker.com. There is tons of free information without even purchasing the product.
I have just started seriously looking at blogging as a means of income. There is so much information on the net for free, that you don't often think purchasing is necessary. After awhile though you realize it is an almost hopeless task to sort through to find value. Problogger definitely has a good reputation. Your in depth review made me add it to my list of definite purchases