The Iron Marketer

People have often asked why I used the domain “ironmarketer.com” for my affiliate / internet marketing exploits. Quite simply, I train for triathlons and became an “Ironman” in 2005 (Ironman Distance Triathlons involve a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile Bike and 26.2 mile run – yes, all in the same day). Anyway, in training for long course triathlon, it obviously requires a lot of time, dedication, motivation, commitment, etc. Many of these elements are ALSO required as an affiliate / online marketer. In addition, BALANCE of your daily life is key. How many online gurus look like the walking dead in their promo videos? It’s like they haven’t seen the light of day for months (which in many case, is 100% true)… Read more of Balancing Work And Play

So I had the pleasure of meeting a bunch of other local Vancouver Affiliates a few days ago at the NeverBlue Meetup they held here. Got to meet the famous John Chow as well as a few other up and comers in the IM world. Alls I can say is, it’s a dang small world! Turns out a friend of mine that I haven’t seen in years actually runs a CPA network!! WTF?!?

Anyway, if there’s one take away from this post, its get out and meet people in the industry – exchange emails, bang around some ideas and take advantage of collaborating with people in your community that are also in the business!… Read more of Networking Is A Good Thing

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This is all *insider* information (for real, and no hype).

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Although this list put together by canadaone.ca is from ovrer 10 yers ago, it still makes some very relevant points that will always be applicable going forward.

1. Outside Help. Seek objective, outside professional help. If you do it yourself, you will likely take your eye off the day to day running of the business, cause unnecessary anxiety, and either keep your business where it is or hurt it further.

2. Rethink Your Business. Think about current customers, competition, industry changes, and technology. Even rethink the type of business you are in. Many successful businesses have managed to stay that way by moving with the times. They saw the needs of their customers changing and acted accordingly.

3. Assess Your Company’s Current Status. Put everything on the table, both good and bad. Include aspects of the business you are proud of and issues you wish would just go away. Address issues relating to staff, products and services, location, profitability and new business development.

4. Keep Some Change Some. Determine what your customers like about you and what they would like to see changed. Be honest with yourself.

5. Maintain A Level Of Objectivity. Emotion has no place in this process. To achieve a successful marketing turnaround, you must do what is best for your company. This may mean letting long-term employees go or finding new suppliers. … Read more of 11 Marketing Tips for Reviving Your Business