Anyone do geo-targeted PPC campaigns? Need a US zip code database?

June 20, 2008 · Filed Under Affiliate Noob · Comment

The guys over at ZipCodeGuy.com is giving out a "free" database of US zip codes along with cities, counties, states and such. Seems like a pretty decent database. To be honest, I’m too much of a noob to know how to take advantage of zip codes in my ads as I can’t think of any types of searches where users would use zip codes. I guess if they saw "90210 dating" and it is geo targeted they may check it out but that is the only type of way I can think to use it. Read more

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Johnathan Volk one of the better gurus out there.

June 17, 2008 · Filed Under Blogroll · 2 Comments

Johnathan Volk is one of the many super affiliates who have their "make money online" blogs. Many super affiliates saw the potential to make even more by telling noobs how to make money but some, such as Johnathan, actually seem to enjoy sharing and helping and he makes a point to post good content. Unlike others that post tons of paid reviews and links to affiliate products they don’t use or would not otherwise promote if they didn’t get paid.

Johnathan is in his twenties and already making over a hundred thousand bucks A MONTH. Not only does he seem to have time to make all that money but he is one of the very few blogs that actually post a lot of real and meaty tips and secrets and helps others make money.

Some of the his post that stood out for me:

His great landing page series…

And a few others that are great as well…

and one I like rightnow…

Market Leverage contest

Anyway, if you are into affiliate marketing or just want great tips on how to make real money online then do yourself a favor and head on over to Jonathans blog.

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Natalie Portman: my lucky charm?

June 16, 2008 · Filed Under Blogroll · Comment

So, DatMoney is having a cool little contest sponsored by Market Leverage and are giving away some pretty cool toys. The cool part, besides the prizes lol, is since Jason likes blogging about hot women, among other things, he made the contest fun and let the contestants blog about some fun stuff as their entries.

So, what do I write about to get my entries? I just have to post about which celebrity I would date if I could choose any! Easy enough ;). So, guess who the lucky girl is…

I have to be honest and say my most likely number one choice would be Jessica Alba. I’ve had a crush on her since I first saw her in the Idle Hands movie. And since it’s cool to know about people (or bands) before they are well known, back then she was definitely a hottie but that was before most everyone knew who she was. BUT, even though I’d still give her a shot at the title, I have to admit that her just giving birth and all makes me feel a bit guilty and I’d hate to break up what seems to be a happy new family just for my little crush.

So, right now, if I could date any celeb it would have to be Natalie Portman. She may not be the most popular, though everyone knows her. She may not be the hottest woman in the world, though she definitely has the looks. But, at least to me, she pretty much has it all. Shes definitely got that "cute-hot" thing down where she can look sexy as hell but also has that really cute "girl next door" look and is still absolutely beautiful even without all the makeup that comes along with hollywood.

Of course my attraction to her isn’t all just physical. Not only is she just beautiful, shes also really tallented, is really down to earth and a really good person in general. She’s definitely the kind of girl you’d be proud to "bring home to mom" and get a high-5 from dad at the same time lol. And yeah I wouldn’t have too much of a problem breaking up a happy relationship for my greedy plans lol ;).

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Market Leverage Rocks! Check out my great grab bag of goodies (NOT!)

June 16, 2008 · Filed Under Net Revenue · Comment

If you haven’t heard of Market Leverage yet then you really must have some great ad blinders on. Not only that but you must be great at avoiding pretty much every marketer blog on the net as they have been super busy buying up ads on blogs and sending out tons of freebies to the bigger blogs. There are even numerous pictures of their entire office pimping out big blogger shirts!

So you have probably seen at least a few “brag” post about the cool gift packs all the various bloggers have been getting or the various contest sponsored by Market Leverage for similar grab bags.

It’s great promotion and obviously getting some attention since you can’t visit a “make money online” blog without seeing some mention of Market Leverage these days. And to be honest, every time I have seen a rep post or comment on one of the blogs, they do actually seem to be pretty helpful and not just a bunch of spamming kiss asses.

It is obvious, though, that some of the “bigger” blogs that have been sent freebies don’t even use Market Leverage. Yeah, doesn’t really matter as far as getting exposure but kind of sucks they will send out freebie promo items to bloggers that don’t, and probably won’t, end up even promoting any of their offers.

So since everyone else is doing it, here is my brag post of all the cool promo items that came in the mail today…check out my grab bag of Market Leverage goodies:

Yep, that is just an empty box…since I haven’t gotten anything :(. And yes, I am just jealous and being silly but even the smaller guys like to get some attention sometimes ;).

I’ve been a publisher with Market Leverage for about a month now and they actually do have some decent payouts compared to the few other networks I use. I’ve only been testing a couple offers to see how conversions compare but so far pretty happy. Well besides the fact I’m feeling kind of left out as far as all the cool goodies they are giving everyone BUT me :(. Yeah, I know, giving me a cool bag with all the great toys and having me brag about it on my blog won’t bring them very much attention or many new affiliates but doesn’t mean I don’t want to feel special too. I want one of new Flip video cameras damnit!

Regardless of my silly whining, I do think Market Leverage is a great option for marketers looking for another source for offers. From my limited testing so far, on the offers I usually use, they have better payouts and so far conversions look good. I’ll post an update after working a few more of the offers and sending some real traffic to them. I also plan to do some “split testing” between a few of the networks to see how much better they may be.

Now I just need to find a network that will send me a Flip Cam regardless of my small time blog … Hint, Hint!