Thursday, November 10, 2005

How to Explode Your Sales with Streaming Internet Audio

Audio is not new to the Internet. Several marketers have been using it for years and have successfully proven that audio does increase sales. I have read that audio can increase your sales by as much as 300% and some report up to 426% increase in sales.

The reason why most of us haven’t utilized this advantage is because of the cost and complexity involved with creating the software. However, as with all new technologies, the price has dropped to the place where you and I can easily afford this tool.

I have successfully and easily added audio to my web sites and my online auctions by two methods. The easiest way is to utilize a service. You can actually do this with no equipment. The service allows you to record your voice by calling a phone number and they will record your message for you. At their site you can easily pick the style and color of the play, pause, and stop buttons that will appear on your website or auction. (Please note, there is usually an additional fee for using their phone recording system.)

You can record yourself via your computer microphone. This method is free. You can also upload pre-recorded MP3 files. After picking your buttons, the service will generate the HTML code you upload to your web page. (If you don’t know how to do this, you can hire someone to perform this service for you. I would strongly recommend that you learn enough HTML so that you implement small changes to your website yourself. Please email me
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As you can see, this is a simple process. You will pay a monthly fee for this service and they will store the audio files on their servers. Check out the best audio service for your website. (They are are running a special right now for $1.)

The second method of adding audio to the Internet is by purchasing a software package that you install on your computer. (You just right click, download and install.) When you are ready to record your message, you open the software and record through your computer microphone. The software will record your voice, encode your message, give you options for the style and color of your buttons and provide the HTML for your web site.

Wait a minute! How is this different than the service you pay a monthly charge for? Your software will install the message on your hard drive which you will upload to your server. The audio service company allows you to record and keep the audio message on their server. With both the audio service and the audio software you have to upload the HTML code for the buttons.

Basically, there is little difference. They both give you button options. They both provide the HTML. The advantage of doing this yourself is that you have only a one time charge. The disadvantage is you are responsible for uploading and storing your audio file. The audio file will take a little extra server space. (Unless you are recording hours of audio, this should not be a problem.) The service has the advantage of storing your audio files for you and the disadvantage of a monthly charge.

I strongly encourage you to seriously consider increasing your sales through audio. Use a short audio clip to introduce yourself. Give a brief introduction to your product and maybe highlight a key benefit. Use this on your auction to differentiate yourself. The possibilities are endless!

If you want access to a free video tutorial which will show you how to add audio to your site, click on add audio to my site.

Please email me email meif you would like help determining which type of service is best for your business.

Saturday, November 05, 2005

WebTechTips - Google Friendly Page Explained

We all know that search engine algorithms are highly complex and constantly changing. Therefore I highly recommend that you carefully investigate any search engine optimization product or service. Many of them are a waste of money.

There are a few simple tricks that should be implemented on every web site. I will not promise that these will increase your rankings, but these are fundamental building blocks. I recently reviewed a product by Louis Allport. His product takes you by the hand and shows you how to make sure your web site is Google friendly. I have been building web sites awhile and thought I knew the basics. However, I was surprised when Louis showed me a couple of new tricks I should be implementing.

Here is a sample trick: Make sure you have an effective Title Tag. You should have a keyword dense title. (If you don't know, the title tag goes between the head tags in your source code. If this makes no sense, you need to watch these easy to follow tutorials that Louis put together.) You should have your main keyword at the start of the Title Tag.

Not only should the Title Tag have your keyword, it should also be enticing. This is the title that is seen at the top of the browser. Invite people to by the wording of your title. The title is also the clickable link on search engine results.

There are a total of sixteen videos that Louis Allport provides in this product. I am glad I purchased this product. He provides an easy to follow tutorial on how to implement all of these tricks.

If you are looking for products to sell, I have a great deal for you! For the month of November, I am offering a great deal! Not only will you be able to view the videos yourself, you can purchase the resell rights as well for less cost than taking a family of four to Arby's!! Go check out Google Friendly Pages NOW!

Thursday, November 03, 2005

Tired of Beating Your Head Against a Wall?

Top Web Site Tricks Explained!
Are you tired of beating your head against the wall trying to implement these "simple" secrets the gurus tell you to buy?

Hi! My name is Linda Joseph and I have been teaching beginners how to start their home based online Internet business. We go over the basics of HTML and finding a domain name and hosting. We even work on their own product or an affiliate product to sell. After all this work,,, they have no traffic or no sales. (If you need help getting started, go to MyInternet101.com.)

This led to the my next web site: www.WebTechTips.com. My goal was to take my clients to the next level by showing them how to increase their traffic and their conversion. As I teach them to my friends, I will add them to the site.

If you go there now, you can sign up and receive a free video tutorial showing you how to add audio to your site! I still remember the first time I added audio to my site. I was surprised at how easy to was!

I will also be showing how to use some of the audio services available. Other topics that will soon be covered:
  • Google Friendly Web Pages
  • How to use PayPal and hide your links
  • Add video tutorials to sell your products and services
  • Make an order or download page
  • Make your digital product available to your customers instantly
  • Add Video to you Web Site
  • Set up a Teleseminar to promote your product or service
  • Set up a webinar to give detailed and personal instruction
  • How to maximize AdSense profits
  • Simple little tweaks to your copy that will increase your conversions
  • Set up a 'Members Only' section of your website
Come often! This will be a great learning experience!!

PS If you have been trying to implement something and can't figure it out, let me know. If I don't know, I'll learn or find someone who does.