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The Official Get Rich Guide to Information Marketing

The Official Get Rich Guide to Information Marketing

Build a Million-Dollar Business in 12 Months: Build a Million Dollar Business in Just 12 Months
by Dan Kennedy 2007 288 pages
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Key Takeaways

1. The internet revolutionizes information marketing, making it accessible and profitable

There's never been a better time to be in the internet information marketing business.

Unprecedented opportunity. The internet has transformed information marketing by eliminating geographical boundaries, reducing startup costs, and enabling instant delivery of digital products. This democratization allows entrepreneurs to enter the market with minimal risk and potentially reach a global audience.

Diverse product range. Information products can take various forms, including e-books, online courses, membership sites, webinars, and coaching programs. The key is to identify a responsive market with high interest in a particular topic and package information that matches that interest.

Cost-effective niche marketing. The internet's vast reach makes it possible to profit from low-demand products through niche marketing. With lower storage and distribution costs, online merchants can sell products that appeal to only a small percentage of the population, opening up new opportunities for specialized information products.

2. Harness the Power of ONE for effective online marketing

When you present your visitors with ONE yes-or-no decision at a time, you're more likely to get the results you want.

Simplify decision-making. The Power of ONE principle focuses on presenting visitors with a single, clear decision at each step of the marketing process. This approach reduces confusion and increases the likelihood of positive responses from potential customers.

Clear messaging. Implement the Power of ONE by:

  • Using a compelling headline that addresses one main benefit
  • Focusing on one primary offer or call-to-action
  • Eliminating distractions and unnecessary links
  • Guiding visitors through a series of simple yes-or-no decisions

Improved conversion rates. By simplifying the user experience and reducing choice overload, the Power of ONE can significantly increase conversion rates and overall marketing effectiveness.

3. The Five Kings of Internet Information Marketing guide successful campaigns

The Five Kings' kingdom is actually a website, and the surrounding wilderness is the rest of the internet. Every wanderer who passes through the kingdom on a quest is a potential customer.

Strategic framework. The Five Kings represent essential components of a successful internet marketing campaign:

  1. King Salutation: Welcomes visitors and establishes initial relationships
  2. King Presentation: Converts visitors into customers through compelling sales presentations
  3. King Consummation: Guides customers through the purchasing process
  4. King Perseverance: Follows up with unconverted leads to increase sales
  5. King Enticement: Attracts targeted traffic to the website

Coordinated effort. Each king plays a crucial role in the marketing process, and their combined efforts create a cohesive and effective campaign. By understanding and implementing the strategies associated with each king, marketers can optimize every stage of the customer journey.

Balanced approach. Successful campaigns require a balance of all five kings' efforts. Neglecting any one aspect can lead to suboptimal results and missed opportunities for conversion and sales.

4. Landing pages are crucial for establishing relationships with potential customers

Your landing page is where you ask visitors to take the first step toward becoming customers. If a visitor says yes, your sales, ordering and follow-up systems all swing into action.

First impressions matter. A well-designed landing page:

  • Captures visitors' attention within 3-7 seconds
  • Clearly communicates your offer and value proposition
  • Establishes credibility through testimonials and trust indicators
  • Provides a simple and compelling call-to-action

Lead generation tool. Landing pages serve as a bridge between advertising and sales, allowing you to collect valuable contact information from potential customers. This information forms the foundation of your marketing database and enables follow-up campaigns.

Optimization opportunities. Continuously test and refine your landing pages to improve conversion rates. Experiment with different headlines, offers, and design elements to find the most effective combination for your target audience.

5. Craft compelling sales presentations to convert visitors into customers

After a visitor opts in on your landing page, the selling process begins. If you want to be successful, your sales materials must have the qualities embodied by King Presentation: They must be engaging, informative and inspiring.

Effective structure. A successful sales presentation should:

  1. Describe the problem
  2. Present the solution
  3. Differentiate your offering from competitors
  4. Justify the price
  5. Inspire immediate action

Multiple formats. Choose the most appropriate format for your sales presentation:

  • Online sales letter
  • Multimedia presentation (video, audio, or slideshows)
  • Tele-seminar
  • "Shock-and-Awe" package (physical materials sent to leads)

Tailored approach. Adapt your sales presentation to your specific product, target audience, and price point. Higher-priced items or services with longer buying cycles may require more personal interaction or detailed information.

6. Optimize order forms to close sales and maximize conversions

Your order form is your last chance to get them on your side of that fence. When they finish reading the page, they are either going to go through with the purchase, or they are going to click away and look at someone else's website.

Strategic design. An effective order form should:

  • Use a benefit-driven headline
  • Restate key benefits and deliverables
  • Offer choices and payment terms
  • Re-establish credibility
  • Remove risk with guarantees
  • Provide clear instructions

Overcome objections. Address potential concerns and hesitations directly on the order form. Include testimonials, security indicators, and compelling reasons to complete the purchase immediately.

Simplify the process. Make it as easy as possible for customers to complete their orders by:

  • Minimizing required fields
  • Offering multiple payment options
  • Providing clear error messages and guidance
  • Using progress indicators for multi-step forms

7. Follow-up campaigns double sales through persistence

Most businesses, even those with good landing pages and good sales presentations, treat their order forms as an afterthought. This is a mistake.

Automate follow-ups. Use autoresponder systems to send a series of follow-up emails to unconverted leads. A typical campaign might include 7 emails over 2 weeks, each reinforcing your offer and addressing potential objections.

Personalization. Tailor your follow-up messages to:

  • Address recipients by name
  • Reference their specific interests or actions on your site
  • Provide relevant, valuable content in addition to sales messages

Multi-channel approach. Supplement email follow-ups with:

  • Retargeting ads
  • Direct mail
  • Phone calls (for high-value leads)

8. Drive targeted traffic to your website using paid and organic methods

Driving thousands of people to your website will do you no good if those people aren't likely to buy what you're selling. The trick is to attract people who are actively looking for your type of product or service and who are motivated to make a purchase.

Paid traffic strategies:

  • Pay-per-click advertising (Google AdWords, Bing Ads)
  • Social media advertising
  • Banner ads and display networks
  • Affiliate marketing

Organic traffic methods:

  • Search engine optimization (SEO)
  • Content marketing (blogging, articles, videos)
  • Social media engagement
  • Online directories and local listings

Keyword research. Develop a comprehensive list of relevant keywords to target in your paid and organic campaigns. Use tools like Google Keyword Planner and analyze competitor strategies to identify valuable keywords in your niche.

9. Enhance your website with multimedia and interactive features

Video content has become as easy to create and distribute as audio, and video is more effective. Most of the time, there's no need to spend time or money recording audio files for your website.

Video content. Incorporate video to:

  • Grab visitors' attention on landing pages
  • Demonstrate products or services
  • Provide customer testimonials
  • Enhance sales presentations

Interactive elements:

  • Live chat for real-time customer support
  • Pop-ups to capture leads or present offers
  • Dynamic scripting to personalize user experiences
  • Copy enhancements (e.g., CopyDoodles) for visual appeal

Mobile optimization. Ensure all multimedia and interactive features work seamlessly on mobile devices to accommodate the growing number of smartphone and tablet users.

10. Track and analyze your results to continuously improve your marketing efforts

The more detail you have about your web traffic, the more you'll learn about the effects of your enhancements.

Key metrics to monitor:

  • Traffic sources and volume
  • Conversion rates (opt-ins, sales)
  • Bounce rates
  • Time on site
  • Click-through rates

Analytics tools. Utilize platforms like Google Analytics to gain insights into visitor behavior, demographics, and the effectiveness of your marketing campaigns.

A/B testing. Continuously test different elements of your marketing:

  • Landing page headlines and designs
  • Email subject lines and content
  • Ad copy and visuals
  • Pricing and offer structures

Regularly review your data and use insights to refine your marketing strategies, optimize your website, and improve your overall conversion rates.

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3.77 out of 5
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The Official Get Rich Guide to Information Marketing receives positive reviews, with an average rating of 3.77 out of 5. Readers praise Kennedy's no-nonsense approach and practical advice. One reviewer highlights Chapter 13 as particularly valuable for quick implementation. The book is compared to other marketing texts, emphasizing the importance of identifying the target audience before developing products. Readers appreciate Kennedy's straightforward style and the actionable strategies provided for self-employed individuals seeking to improve their marketing efforts.

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About the Author

Dan S. Kennedy is a prolific author, entrepreneur, and marketing consultant. He has written numerous business books, including the popular No B.S. series. Kennedy has worked with a diverse range of clients, from small businesses to billion-dollar corporations, and has influenced over a million independent business owners annually through various channels. As a speaker, he has shared stages with former U.S. Presidents, business celebrities, and renowned entrepreneurs. Kennedy's expertise lies in direct-response marketing, crafting advertisements, and developing integrated marketing systems. He primarily focuses on the information-marketing industry, working with publishers, event promoters, and coaching organizations. Kennedy's consulting services are in high demand, with clients paying substantial fees for his expertise.

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