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Often times, we're told that we can strike it big if we join an opportunity early:
How many times have you received email inviting you to join a brand-new opportunity -- one that's "sure" to be a success?
Does this sound familiar?
* We can be one of the first to promote this opportunity
in Brisbane, Sunshine Coast or your local area. The
market isn't yet saturated with others promoting the
same thing, and we can "brand" potential customers
with our affiliate or distributor link.
* We can refer others to the program, build a large"downline" (before they join under someone else's
referral), and earn a percentage of the sales they
produce. This is sometimes touted as being an easy
way to make more money with no extra work.
New opportunities can certainly have a special allure.
However, not all of them will be successful - you could
be joining the next big loser. Promoting something early
runs the risk of promoting something that's going to be
a waste of your time and effort. Worse, it could trigger
the question of your credibility if you endorse the
wrong product.
12website has been in the internet business since 1996.
We can only be successful when our customers are successful.
Before you join the "next big opportunity", consider:
* When was the product released? This is important
because it gives you an idea of how much time it's
been "tested". For instance, a piece of software
should be tested extensively on a variety of different
computer systems before you can say it really "works".
Or "The Foolproof Guide to House training Your Puppy
In 10 Days" needs time to be put into practice.
Over time, more information will become available
about what customers like and dislike about the
product.
* How do -you- like the product? If you're going to
endorse a product, make sure it's worthy of your
recommendation. First-hand knowledge of the product
will also help you in your promotional efforts since
you'll be able to tell people some of its uses and
benefits.
* What attitude does the company have towards customer
service? Regardless of how great the sales copy is,
or how high the conversion rate, if customer service
is sub-par, there will be a higher-than-normal
percentage of disgruntled customers and a higher
rate of returns and chargebacks. Those come directly
back out of your commissions! You also don't want to
tarnish your reputation by associating yourself with
a company that treats its customers poorly.
* What incentives does the opportunity offer if you join?
What percentage are you offered on sales made by your
sub-affiliates or down line? Do you also earn a
commission on back-end sales? Will you continue to
receive recurring commissions for subscription-based
products and services? Do you also receive back-end
and recurring commissions from sales made by your
sub-affiliates or down line?
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