MiniSite Profits Exposed: Are You Using It?
How many times have you complained about there not being any immediately useful information about how to make money online?
If you haven’t complained about it, you’ve probably heard other people complain. And you know what? You’re right. It IS tough to find good information, especially if you need to know how to start from scratch.
I get a ton of emails from people needing help with this stuff. Literally hundreds. And they usually ask very similar questions, because nobody’s ever laid out the simple steps you need to take to set up your own mini-sites that actually turn a profit.
The funny thing is, I used to be in the same situation myself. I was frustrated. I couldn’t find help anywhere. I knew I wasn’t stupid, but I needed somebody to lay out a blueprint for me to follow to get started…and not charge me an arm and a leg for it. I definitely can relate to people who are struggling with nowhere to turn.
So I did my part to fix that problem by offering a 100% free video course called MiniSite Profits Exposed. I launched it on Monday (it’s my first product in two years). You’ll find it here:
My goal was to give people the nuts and bolts of how to create mini-sites for themselves, without being technical geniuses. I won’t go over the entire course here, but here are some important items in there:
- The right mindset for building profitable mini-sites
- How to write hyper-converting copy for your squeeze page and your sales page (including the “blind bullets” technique that’s almost sure to get you more conversions)
- How to automate your business
- Simple strategies for increasing your profits with minimal extra effort
- And much more!
The main point of the course is that creating mini-sites is easy, once you know what you want to sell. In other words, once you have a product, even a very simple one that didn’t take you long to create, selling it with a mini-site is the easiest, quickest and cheapest way to make money.
Apparently the message is getting out there, because roughly 30,000 people have signed up so far. Here’s what just a couple of them said about the free course:
“Hi Michael,
Your Mini Site Profits Exposed Videos were a real eye opener for me. I want to thank you so much for your time, and effort in producing such top quality information. These videos alone will help people of all walks of life back on the right path to becoming successful online. This is the BEST information I have ever come across online to date: You can be sure I’ll be sharing this with as many struggling marketers as I can.”
- Gary Neame
“Mike,
I have to first off tell you that I am the most skeptical person on the planet when it comes to buying “How to make money” information. I don’t care if it’s online or at a convention/seminar. Well, so far this one is everything that you said it would be and more. In fact I have some programming knowledge and thought I would need it. It turns out, my girlfriend started setting up a site after I fell asleep three days ago and it’s already bringing in money. I’m not saying I’m buying an estate home soon, but it actually is as easy as you said and DOES WORK!! Thanks again for being so persistent with your emails to us.”
- Brad Rello
These are real people, probably very similar to you. They picked up the free course and watched the videos. As you can see from Brad’s comments, he’s ALREADY making money with this.
So now my question to you is…are you using this stuff yet?
The course is 100% free. Have you started applying it in your business? If not, why not? If so, what’s standing in your way so far?
All the best,
Michael Rasmussen
CEO, BulletProof Marketing, Inc.
About the Author
Michael Rasmussen is a successful Internet Marketing Consultant and author of many top-selling eBooks. Michael has been marketing online since the early days and he knows what it takes to make money and succeed online. Stop by his Web site and subscribe to his Free monthly newsletter full strategies and techniques for successful web site promotions that can help YOU! Go to http://www.MichaelRasmussen.com
From Kevin Barham
Hi Michael
I have been watching your videos and they are simply brilliant. It is so nice to see that free does not mean worthless. First class Michael. Thank You.
To anyone reading this, if you haven’t grabbed the videos, ‘What are you waiting for?’ They are truly awesome.
All the best
Kevin
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Marlene
Hi Michael,
I am getting a lot of great info from your Mini Site Profits Exposed video course. It’s so amazing that you came along just when I needed your teachings the most. Thank you so much for being there. Best to you always, Marlene
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Steve
Hi Michael,
Great post and GREAT product! I hooked up with this course earlier this week.
My thoughts?
Probably the best training video collection of its kind.
Great work.
Steve
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Basel
I thought the course was good at the final stage and I could still earn money on this free course but may invest in the deluxe version as it got a lot more to offer like graphics and templates which will save you money at the end.Well done Mike.
Basel
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Brad Pollina
I’ve been watching the videos when I come home at night and all I can say is WOW! You ought to start charging for this stuff! Great work!
Brad Pollina
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Bryan Hufford
I haven’t had a chance to watch the videos yet, but I must say that I am looking forward to it. I’ve been building websites for the last 4 years, but I can’t wait to see what your program is all about, as I am trying to get into internet marketing online. Hopefully I’ll crank out big numbers someday, like yourself
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Michael Rasmussen
Hi Basel,
That’s entirely the point, and I’m glad you pointed that out.
I designed the free course stands on its own, and it does. The Deluxe version can help you get more of it faster. I certainly hope people consider upgrading, but I never force it on anybody.
Having said that, though, the Deluxe version IS quite a deal
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Reg Warden
Hi Michael,
What a great set of Videos. You certainly go into “Chapter and Verse” on how to set up MiniSites.
I am sure very many people will have benifitted from these videos and I know they will be one of the most popular FREE video series on the Internet.
I have already posted a comment on the blog of one of your affiliates. I said it must be the “Bargain of the Year”.
Thanks once again.
Very Best Regards,
Reg Warden
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Linda
Let me know when you start your affiliate program.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Frank Prieto
Hello Michael,
It is rare that I will take the time to leave a comment anywhere, not so much because I don’t like to, but because of time constraints. As marketers we are constantly getting bombarded with offers and new launches so it’s no surprise that we are just overloaded so time is precious. But I just had to make an exception today.
I want to tell you that I almost feel like I’ve cheated you out of something I should have paid for. Your Mini Site Profits Exposed video course was priceless. To get something of that caliber for free was a bit mind boggling. You have earned my respect because you over-delivered. Your course was not just a teaser to get me to buy something. You actually delivered incredible value and solidified my loyalty. My hat off to you.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Kyle
Great info in the videos - this is a great resource for anyone who wants to know more about how internet marketing works and an even better resource for those who want to create a business for themselves! Great job, Michael - keep up the great work!
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Michael Rasmussen
Thanks, Reg!
I’ve always believed that “free” shouldn’t mean junk. Good free stuff almost always pays you back later in lots of different ways, so I never feel like I’m giving up any profits. Building a reputation for providing value is what it’s all about.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Gerrit
Hi Michael
I just want to congratulate you on your great mini-site videos. It really inspire me to use it again. I know they work, since I’ve try them out before. And after all I’ve signed up to view your videos…
I’ve emailed all my affiliates to watch your videos and I just hope it help them as much as it help me. If you have any plans to sell your videos on DVD, please let me know. It is a great reference source to keep.
Gerrit
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Ted Pattrillo
Hi Michael,
The video course is amazing. I can’t believe how easy it makes this. I’ve been completely in the dark for so long that I was getting too frustrated to do anything. Now that you’ve put everything in one place, and explained it so well, I have hope again!
But I have one “issue” I can’t seem to get my head around, no matter how hard I try.
In several of the videos you talk about how to set up an autoresponder. You even gave a couple sample messages and some guidelines for scheduling. All of that is great, but the deeper question for me is how do I know what to promote to my list?
I mean, there’s a ton of stuff out there and I’m not sure how to keep up with everything so I can maintain consistent contact with my list. I always seem to get behind, go quiet and have my list get stale so they never buy anything anymore.
If you can offer any more guidance on this, I’d appreciate it.
Thanks again for the great videos! I still can’t believe they’re free.
Ted
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Scott Cofer
Hi Mike,
Thanks for such a QUALITY product! I upgraded right away - glad I did, it’s worth every penny and more.
Looking forward to implementing all that I’m learning.
Thanks again!
Best,
Scott
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Michael Rasmussen
Hi Ted,
Great question. I couldn’t include absolutely everything in the course, so I didn’t go into as much depth about affiliate promotion.
You’re absolutely right about keeping in regular contact with your list. The challenge for most people is that it takes a lot of work to review products and pick winners. And to be blunt, it takes some email writing skills most people either don’t have or aren’t confident they have.
So you should check out this deal of mine:
http://michaelrasmussen.com/video/killer-emails/
The video there explains everything in detail, but in a nutshell, I’ll give you 30 free email promo templates for some killer products that still sell like crazy. These are proven emails that have brought in a ton of money, and I’ll give you PLR for all of them. Plus a few little extras I’ve thrown in.
All you have to do is sign up to try my autoresponder service for a month…and I’ll even reimburse you for that! Try it free for a month. If you like it, stay on and pay the low monthly fee. If you want to leave, you can cancel and owe nothing.
That should save you a lot of work keeping up with your list, and give you my recommended autoresponder service to boot.
The video has instructions for how to get reimbursed, etc. so check it out. And everybody else who needs help with email promos to the lists they start building at their mini-sites should check it out too.
Hope that helps.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Home Biss
I have viewed all videos and they were brilliant!
I need some time though to implement your great techniques. Perhaps I can do so next month. In the mean time, I will be looking for feedbacks from those who have implemented your techniques. Would love to hear their success stories!
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Pete
Hi Michael…
I took advantage of your freebie Mini Site Profits Exposed Video course and at the same time went for the OTO Delux Extras, that go with it, just a couple of days ago.
Unfortunately, I then went and slipped a disc in my back (again), so I am only just trying to return to my computer with all my fingers and toes crossed..
Though I have yet to get into the meat of the whole product, I have to say, that at first glance, the whole Freebie videos and then the delux extras are just phenominal!!
I really can’t wait to get into the programme proper in the coming days, as I truly believe it will do everything you say and MORE!
I have been struggling for some time online so this really is a breath of marketing fresh air … so people ! I advise you all to partake of the product that Michael has put together and breath deeply on the fragrance of success and let us fill our newbie marketer lungs to overflowing… lol.
In the meantime, Michael, you have gained a devotee from London and I will certainly be keping you on my top Guru / Perect Gentlemen to watch list.
Sincerest thanks for everything and I wish you and your family every continued success throughout 2008 - On this showing it will be very well deserved
Sincerst regards
Peter
The Silver Haired Surfer - From London - England
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Mark Hester
Michael,
Excellent stuff you have here. You have really bought into the Eben Pagen/Frank Kern philosophy of giving away your best stuff and you’ll aways get back more in return.
I wonder how well these will work if you mix in a little of the Product Launch “side-ways” sales letter formula in? Just a thought.
Mark
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Michael Rasmussen
Pete,
Thanks for the glowing feedback. I love to hear it!
If anybody else reading this wants to sing my praises, I won’t stand in your way, but don’t forget what I asked in my original post:
“So now my question to you is…are you using this stuff yet?
The course is 100% free. Have you started applying it in your business? If not, why not? If so, what’s standing in your way so far?”
Let me (and everybody else) know why you’re using the material and how. Any speed bumps so far? Any success stories?
Keep it all coming.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Don
I haven’t had time to get through all the videos yet, but what I have seen is superb. This may be what I need to finally start making some money. Thanks for the valuable info.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From peter
i don’t have a site yet but am planning on creating one,ur site loks cool.keep it up
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Dave Taynor
I want to thank you for your gift. Each of these videos have helped me tremendously. I can hardly wait to see what else you have in store for us.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Fe Hermo
Hi Mike,
The video course is perfect. I bought the deluxe version because of the graphics and templates and I am on my way to creating the best mini-site for my business.
Also, I love your voice and the way you enunciate. It is the best video course I’ve heard so far.
Fe
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Rick Meywes
Hey Michael,
Two weeks ago I attended a live workshop in Austin Texas hosted by two of the best online internet marketers in the country. I went to learn how to create my own lead capture pages, autoresponders, and website to promote my business.
Watching the videos has been a breath of fresh air because it re iterates alot of the stuff I went to learn, only now I can hit rewind, and refresh my memory. I have recommended your videos to alot of people and I want to thank you for sharing your time and knowledge to those of us who are still learning.
Rick Meywes
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Jimmy at ProNetBusiness.com
Great idea - great execution.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Tim Scheer
All of these products are very helpful in pointing you in the RIGHT direction to making money online. There are a lot of scams out there, but this is for real!!
Perhaps we can discuss adding your products to the partners section of our website? America’s Best Companies targets small business owners, and small business owners want to make money online too!
Look forward to talking to you in the future!
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From George Petley
You have done a marvelous job providing a badly
needed service that will be helpful to so many struggling marketers . Don’t bother me for awhile. I am busy soaking up every word of it . My sincere thanks and congratulations for giving us such an extraordinary product . You have hit the jackpot with this one !
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Paul Barksdale
Wow!!!! That’s all I can say. The word free has absolutely no bearing what so ever on the quality of your videos. I have learned so much from them, from big ideas to things that I had no clue about, to things I had totally forgotten.
It’s very refreshing to see someone like Micheal that actually cares and is really concerned about the quality of material that is put out.
Whether you’re just get started with an Internet business or have been doing it for a long time, these videos have something for you. Thanks again.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Mathaios
Hi Michael!
Thanks for the videos !Nice piece of info.Very valuable.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Tim Manske
Hi Michael !!
I just signed up 6-18-08. It is nice to have a program that works. I have 3 programs & even a VIP membership & still I’m locked out of some learning
& coaching that is needed for my online business to moving forword. I hate spending money & getting only half of what I need to successed.
Keep up the good work.
Tim
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Dan weyler
He micheal I don’t have a website yet but I amd wanting to know It it is possible for me to make a couple hundred dollars before the first of the month.
Dan weyler
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Michael Rasmussen
Hi Mark,
You wrote:
“I wonder how well these will work if you mix in a little of the Product Launch “side-ways” sales letter formula in? Just a thought.”
Honestly, I haven’t had the time to dig into Jeff Walker’s “sideways” stuff like I’ve wanted to. But I have no doubt his product launch techniques can be used with mini-sites.
You don’t need a complicated site, or a huge product. You just need the right mindset and launch techniques.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Michael Rasmussen
Dan,
You said:
“He micheal I don’t have a website yet but I amd wanting to know It it is possible for me to make a couple hundred dollars before the first of the month.”
I never want to squash anyone’s dreams, but making a couple hundred bucks between now and July 1 is very likely to be a challenge for you.
I don’t know you at all, but I suspect you’re pretty new to the online marketing game. If you’re starting from scratch like that, it’s probably going to take you more than 11 days to see profits. It COULD happen, but I don’t want to get your hopes up.
That said, the biggest hurdle for most people is getting started. So watch the videos and then…this is the critical part…apply them! You never know what you can do until you try.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From michael
Hi Michael,
I have the same question like Dan Weyler(one comment before me).So what do you think how much can i earn in my first month?The main reason i am asking you this question is because i have only 1000 dollars to invest into my online bussines and i would be really happy with 700 or 800 dollars monthly income.
Please answer i really want your opinion.
Thanks
Michael
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Michael Rasmussen
Michael,
You said:
“I have the same question like Dan Weyler(one comment before me).So what do you think how much can i earn in my first month?The main reason i am asking you this question is because i have only 1000 dollars to invest into my online bussines and i would be really happy with 700 or 800 dollars monthly income. Please answer i really want your opinion.”
This is a matter of timeframe.
How soon do you want the $700-800 per month? If you want it tomorrow, you’re probably setting yourself up for failure. But let’s do some math…
Suppose you sell a product at your minisite for $27. If you sell it at ClickBank and offer a 50% commission on it, you’ll end up with roughly $13 profit per sale.
So if you want to make $700-800 per month, all you need is roughly 50-60 sales a month. That’s roughly a couple sales per day.
Can you get that? SURE! The free videos talk about how to set things up so you can do it.
Will you get that? I have no idea! Really, I’m not trying to be funny. If you have a niche with people who are willing to spend money, and your product meets one of their desperate needs, and your sales copy sells well, you can easily start seeing 50-60 sales per month.
But the key is to get started. You won’t see 50-60 sales per month until you see your first one. You can grow from there.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Bryan
Thanks for the videos, they are really great, I just need to figure out a profitable niche to build products for.
Thanks
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Marlene Garcia
Hi Michael,
2 days ago, I received your E-mail with your Minisite Profits Exposed Program and I like it very much, what I’m doing now is checking the Free 12 videos.
I just finish listen to video # 7 of your Minisite Profits Exposed. and today I received another E-mail from you, with the
E-mail Promos Exposes, Free with 8 videos and the Special Bonus with Clickbank Autopilot Profit Sysytem.
I need to listen to the 8 videos, before I make a decision of purchasing any of your products.
I like alot The Minisite Profits Exposed and, I also like The Clickbank Autopilot Profit System.
But I’m so confuse that I dont know where to start, I’m not working at this moment, and mu husband payroll check is the only income to this house. I need to make sure that what ever product, I purchase is going to work.
I like your Minisite Profits Exposed.
Michael, I appreciate if you will guide me thru your program, Your free video course is really good. but, like I said before I’m so confuse. That I cant make a decision, If I purchase your program I dont know where to start.
If I need to create the E-mail list first or the Minisite and after that what the next step. Also, I’m a member of clickbank and if I’m going to promote one of the affiliate products. Can it work with your Minisite Profits Exposed program or if your program only work for those who have there own product.
Michael, I dont know how to create or sent traffic to the minisite but, the only thing that keep me going is that, I need MONEY …
(AND I HAVE 3 KIDS)
I’m not going to give up, Please help me with my Internet Marketing Business, because I’m lost, I dont have any experience with Internet Marketing.
I hope to hear from you.
Thank You.
Marlene
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From James Koh
You system is wonderful.
Can you make a quite
similar site for me?
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Zac
Michael,
You know the old saying…”When the student is ready, the teacher will appear”?
That’s exactly what I thought of when I found your videos.
I’m currently building my 5th website and your information is exactly what the doctor ordered.
Even though this new site of mine is not a mini-site, the wealth of information you provide will be very beneficial on all of my sites.
Thanks so much, and look forward to working with you in the future.
Best regards,
Zac
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From miloud
Dear sir :I am very gald to send you this message and I hope to tell you your site it’s very easy but My probelm is with this:
*I don’t have intenret in my home to do what I need for long time untill collect money .
*I don’t have credit cards to pay because I find in the googleads inside I susbcribe it’s easy for me but how to pay hime after I susbcribe and I don’t have credit cards Michael.
*I don’t have web site to put banner inside of the website.
So this is the most probelem for me Michael .
What I do now?.
Thank you
told with you : miloud
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Julie
Hi Michael,
I wish I could watch your videos because I know you overdeliver on your products.
However, there are some people, like me, who have medical conditions that make it difficult to watch moving objects on a screen (computer or television).
Do you think that we might have a choice in the future? I would select a PDF whenever it is offered as it is easy to magnify and read. I can also print it out in large text to read when I feel like it.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Michael Rasmussen
Hi Marlene,
I can feel your desperation, so I’m going to do my best to respond helpfully.
What I can’t do (and won’t even try) is promise that any of my products, or anything I say on this blog, will solve all your money problems and make you rich beyond your wildest dreams in a week. That’s crazy.
The most important thing you said is that you don’t know where to start. I can help on that one! Here’s what I recommend:
1) Apply what’s in MiniSite Profits Exposed. Create a simple product and a simple site for yourself.
2) Definitely apply the techniques for creating a squeeze page and building a list.
3) Offer your product for sale on ClickBank. (To answer your specific question about ClickBank, you can offer your own product there or you can promote products as an affiliate, either way.)
4) Follow the advice in the videos to get some traffic to your mini-site. (This is a place where the Deluxe videos actually might help you a ton, because I go into more detail about traffic generation there.)
That’s how to start. I can’t claim it’s “push button simple”, because it does take some effort. But the free videos will do a good job of helping you set up your own site and have the potential to profit from it.
Remember, there’s NEVER a guarantee that you’ll profit from any mini-site. Do your best to find a good market and to create a good product for that market. Then you’ll be able to test it out to see if you get any sales.
And most important, Marlene, don’t give up. You say you won’t, and I hope you really mean it. If you stick with this, you can do it. It just won’t happen overnight.
As for me providing coaching, I don’t do that right now…but the videos should help
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Walter Chambers
Hey Mich I am still watching the videos I don’t have lot time , what I have seen so far is great. I have paid a lot more for some of same thing. Looking for to putting everything in action. Mich may be this is in the videos and I just have got to it yet , how importance is it if your domain in no related to the product you or selling .Example if I am selling horse racing ebook does my have to Horseracing.com ? Thank Mich
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Michael Rasmussen
Julie,
Honestly, I hadn’t thought about the fact that a medical condition could make it difficult to watch moving objects on a screen. Thanks for letting me know!
I’ll keep this in mind for next time.
For now, you might be able to get some good use out of the videos by just listening. You won’t get the visuals, of course, but I bet the audio alone will be helpful.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Derick Van Ness
Michael,
I bought the videos and have been getting some great information out of them. In fact, I’ve already made my money back using your affiliate program and some of the techniques you outlined.
I teach network marketers how to use the internet to grow their business, and now I’ve got even more information and techniques to share with them!
Thanks,
Derick Van Ness
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Alexander
I am about halfway through the videos and there is a lot of valuable information there about the way internet marketing works. I now understand why I get the emails I do from people whose products I have just purchased. It usually annoys me to be hit up so soon after making a purchase. But now I know why that is. maybe it wont annoy me so much in the future. I look forward to completing the videos and putting the information to use.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Michael Rasmussen
Hi Walter,
Your domain isn’t absolutely critical, but it’s important for two reasons:
1) You want a domain that’s at least related to your product, or people won’t associate your product with the domain. Selling a weightlifting book at horseracing.com probably won’t help your marketing any.
2) A domain with your keyword in it will help you get some free traffic from search engines.
Focus on having a domain related to your product topic and you’ll do yourself a favor.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Michael Rasmussen
Miloud,
If you don’t have an Internet connection at your house, do you have access to one somewhere else?
That won’t be very convenient for you, but it might let you get started.
Regarding not having money, you’re going to need some. You’ll need at least a little bit for a hosting account and for an autoresponder account. That might run you $30 per month minimum. If you don’t have that much, you’ll need to save up so you can get started.
That might not be what you want to hear, but I think it’s the truth.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Roy Leazer
Michael,
While getting to the videoes, I noticed that your mini sites page had all the elements you describe in the videoes. I noticed from some other responses that someone missed the point that the mini sites page is an affiliate program. I thought it was the perfect start, so I’m starting in the next couple of days with an initial 500,000 mailout, hoping for a 3% return.
Thanks,
Roy
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Michael Rasmussen
That’s the spirit, Roy! Go for it. There are lots of creative ways to make money out there.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Brian Morgan
Dear Michael,
thanks for sharing these brilliant videos with us, it really goes against the grain. As has been mentioned before, the quality of the vids is amazing!
The most important thing, and I am guilty of this, is to actually learn from the videos and just do it!
Man alive! Where will I find the time! lol, but it must be done.
Thanks again for the quality videos.
God Bless You
Brian
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Kate
I am so thrilled with your videos - thank you!!!!
The content is brilliant and they have taught me so much. I wish you did some coaching as I have questions that I feel I must run by you.
I’ll just ask one for now though if I may?
Say I wanted to promote business products, both my own and those that other people have created I would need a business mini site right? Do I need to draw in a big list of followers before I can sell? How do I sell solutions to all sorts of different business problems? So if I wanted to expand this buiness to some other subject would I need a whole new list of followers for that subject too?
Yes, and what exactly do I email them about every week? Do I need to be an expert in everything?
I think a week with you could solve all my dilemmas but as you are only available on video I’m off now to look at upgrading to the deluxe.
Thank you for a fantastic product
Kate,
England
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Michael Rasmussen
Kate,
I just saw your comment but for some reason it disappeared when I tried to approve it. No worries…I copied it first
Let me address your points one by one.
“I am so thrilled with your videos - thank you!!!!
The content is brilliant and they have taught me so much. I wish you did some coaching as I have questions that I feel I must run by you.”
I’m glad you liked them. Lots of people tell me I should offer coaching, but I haven’t had the time. I won’t close the door on it, but it’s a future thing.
“Say I wanted to promote business products, both my own and those that other people have created. I would need a business mini site right?”
I recommending having at least one site for your business, but you can start with a site that’s not necessarily a “minisite”. You could start with KatesPlace.com (something as an umbrella for your brand), and then add minisites as you create products.
“Do I need to draw in a big list of followers before I can sell?”
Nope! There are lots of ways to get free traffic, and that’s really all you need. Offer something compelling, send free traffic to it, and build your list that way. In other words, build a list by selling something.
“How do I sell solutions to all sorts of different business problems? So if I wanted to expand this buiness to some other subject would I need a whole new list of followers for that subject too?”
Like I said, if you have a sort of umbrella site, you can build other sites to sell individual products. That’s probably what makes the most sense in the long run. But when you’re just starting, there’s nothing wrong with putting up your first minisite and getting some cash first!
“Yes, and what exactly do I email them about every week? Do I need to be an expert in everything?”
No, you don’t have to be an expert in everything. You can email them reviews of products (see http://michaelrasmussen.com/video/killer-emails/ for some help with that), case studies of the stuff you’re doing and what you’re learning, etc.
“I think a week with you could solve all my dilemmas but as you are only available on video I’m off now to look at upgrading to the deluxe.”
Thanks for upgrading. I doubt I could solve ALL of your dilemmas in a week, but thanks for the vote of confidence.
I hope those answers help. It sounds like you’re anxious to get started.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Kate
Thanks for that really helpful reply Michael
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Gail
Michael
I have been listening to the videos and like what I am hearing.
I had trouble getting my clickbank setup done. Am waiting to hear back from them to get it going. I wish it could be done sooner, but no luck. I sure could the extra cash from month to month.
I am retired and on Social Security, so my income is on the limited side. As soon as the clickbank account is up and running, I will be doing more. In the meantime I will continue to watch the videos.
Thank You, Gail
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Jessica
Hi Michael,
Thanks for your offers. But I haven’t look at your videos now. I believe that’s very useful. \
Thanks once again.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Ewan
Hi Michael
I´v seen the video´s and the say nothing but great things.
But i think i need to go though them some times to create
a mini site of my own.
I live in denmark and my life and way of living incl. finances
have´nt been so good for the past 2½ years.
You can read about it on a small website i´ve made.
It´s pretty sad and me and my family rearly need help.
Thats why i am trying to create minisites/websites to get
a better income. right now i´m in hell.
I´m on sickpay with stress and trying to pull everthing
together, but that is not so easy.
I was kind of good to make websites, but now i can not
think clearly. My head is spinning and thoughts are flying.
But i will keep fighting to lift my family up from the dirt
we have been put in to.
Your input is great. I just need to get my head strait to
do things the right way and get them to work proppebly.
Thx for now and
Best Regards
Ewan
ps. You can read about my last 2½ years in hell
her [check out Ewan’s site link].
It is not a must, to read the site. and it won´t cost a thing
to look and read about me and my family´s nightmare..
But there is a donation button on the page for them who
feel our pain.
pps. would you be interrested in linkin to my sad story.
Even better, help me create a flow of traffic to the site.
Sorry to ask. hope you won´t take any effence.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Jimmy, San Antonio, Texas
Thursday June 19, 2008
Hi Mike,
This testimonial is maybe a little premature because I haven’t finished reviewing all the videos…however,
These videos are like eating a Steak Dinner with a nice bottle of wine and the trimmings….
I own a brick and mortar marketing and advertising company…back in the 90’s we started redirecting resources into the internet concepts.email and basic web presence to replace printing, yellow pages costs
and add a lot more to our client reach….
Personally, I am a Licensed Electrical Professional and also double majored in computer sciences and electrical engineering long before there was a term called PC back in 1972..and have kept an eye on the pulse of internet marketing since the mid 90’s…
Because of my personal responsibilities in the brick and mortar business world….owning and operating 3 companies….I had to take the internet marketing at a slow pace at first, subscribed to many of the well known pioneers,some are deceased now…Cory, Gary and a few more,but the new wave coming in the late 90’s and into more recent times have been interesting.
A few years back I set up my own hosting company,added a web design department to augment my graphics group and started my exit strategies out of brick and mortar businesses into the ramping up of a home based operation for internet marketing for retirement..
I soaked up a lot of information from the best people around….it took a lot of overtime hours for me to get positioned both for semi-retirement and launching into internet marketing..from a subscriber, buyer of products and investment into tools and services…besides watching the internet changes like watching the stock market….and I’m sure many people have gone through this same tempering as me.
I’ve learned HTML…CSS….some java scripting….
built a few presence websites…got a paypal account, became a clickbank affiliate, a buyer and seller on ebay, have an autoresponder service in place and so much more…..this just lays the groundwork about me.
Now let me share my testimonial about you…I have been a loyal reader and subscriber of yours for a long time..learnd your email promos exposed and now this mini site concept…
Your videos for the mini site exposed series are very excellent…never seen anyone ever reveal this type of compounded and absolutely mind blowing amount of information …..talk about moving the free line…!!!
Your videos are the most comprehensive series of the overall picture related to internet marketing I’ve ever seen…they are both a challenge to the viewer and essential reminders to even the top internet marketers on the net that you really do “EXPOSE” the basic elements with all kinds of whistles and bells.
I started viewing the videos right after I signed up
when I reached video 6..I was knocked out….I could not absorb any more…I came back and went through another round of viewing with more preparation and you knocked me out again…the content is overwhelming
Then you don’t stop there…you also provide the best affiliate tools and instructions..your entire launch of this MiniSites Exposed moving the free line is the most selfless, most motivating and educational series I’ve ever seen by anyone…(trying not to sound redundant here)…but it’s a fact….
I’ve acquired hundreds of meat and potatoes in bite size portions from many others…but your video series sets the most profound example of all the elements you talk about as I watch your methodology
both past and present..I dare anyone to contradict me
I am taking another review of all these videos again with a notebook this time….I’m synthesizing and super sizing everything you discuss….and you do that in a very organized lecture series format..
I can’t say enough about these videos…I can’t put into words the power behind the creative concept you developed, I can’t be there to shake your hand and say well done…..but I’ll post this testimonial and give you the EMMY and Trophy well deserved above any internet GURU on the net…
I know you preach about the reader is not interested in anything about the person writing, but I wanted to be as transparent and revealing as possible about myself to build some credibility about myself before focusing on my testimonial about you and the MiniSitesExposed Videos and program as a whole..
It is not my standard to talk about myself at all…
I usually listen and keep my mouth shut..but your readers and loyal people who post on this really have to see my viewpoint as a semi-retired business owner
and what it took to ramp up to getting positioned to getting out a testimonial that just never give to anyone…..in fact this is the first of it’s kind.
Congratulations on raising the bar in this industry, setting an example of pure gold wisdom and winning my loyalty that others who are considered GURU’s haven’t earned yet….I won’t mention there names here….
Best In Success
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Michael Rasmussen
Jimmy,
Thanks for heartfelt testimonial. I’m very happy to hear that the videos are are meaty as you wanted them to be…and more.
That was my goal. As I’ve said before, “free” shouldn’t mean “junk”.
Maybe your story will inspire others who read the blog. I think it’s pretty inspiring to hear how somebody can work so hard and so long to learn something. Your dedication is admirable.
I’ll keep doing my best to provide helpful information, and I hope people like you keep gobbling it up.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Michael Rasmussen
Ewan,
I’ve made it a policy not to allow any external links in posts, so I took yours out. People can still read your story by following the “Author’s Site” link, though.
I’m sorry to hear you’ve been having some struggles.
As you say, keep your head on straight and take small steps. Get something up and running, then grow it from there. That’s the way to win.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Polly Taskey
Michael, You’ve done a fabulous job and should consider yourself a top-notch educator. Your audio is clear, laid out in easily absorbed small chunks that flow nicely and are properly assembled, and best of all, you provide what MOST Internet Marketers “assume” the “average person” already knows and understands (which is usually NOT the case!).
Bravo, I began sending this out to my own subscribers immediately! It isn’t often I come across something I find worthy of talking about (at all), but Mini-Site Profits Exposed is superbly done!
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Michael Rasmussen
Thanks, Polly.
It’s amazing to me how many “teachers” skip past stuff and assume people know more than they do.
I never want to insult anybody’s intelligence, but if somebody doesn’t connect the dots, people get left with a bunch of points that don’t add up to anything.
I hope your subscribers like it!
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Albert Grande
Hi Michael.
As usual, you’ve done it again. I have started to go through the videos and honestly I’m speechless. There is so much content it is mind boggling.
Already, I have learned a number of techniques that will make a huge impact on my websites.
Here is the amazing part: you gave away 12 content packed videos for free. I just felt I needed to say thank-you for putting together Minisites Profits Exposed. Awesome content. The videos are incredible.
Stay well,
albert grande
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Gregg
Michael,
Just wanted to say thanks, this is one of the first information products I have ever downloaded that actually taught me something useful and valuable with someone on the mic whose voice was so over-hyped you weren’t sure if you could trust it or not. The lessons in this course were solid. Thanks again!
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Stephen
Normally, I hate videos… Mainly because I am of your father’s generation and I read faster than you will ever be able to talk
- So, anything that is not written (=readable) is a waste of time for me. Sorry, but that’s the truth.
However, not having an alternative, I had to start watching these videos a) to know what am I promoting; b) to see if there is anything that I can use in an upcoming project of mine. Well, the result was the “wow-effect”: if I got stuck with these videos for more than an hour just watching and watching… they are good, “son”!
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Dave
Pleasantly surprised as I went through the Videos. These are so good and professionally done that I had to get them onto my site immediately.
I can’t recommend them enough (especially for newbies) so this became a perfect tool for my clients (yet after years of working online - I still gleaned a few nuggets).
Who said you can’t teach an old dog new tricks
Well done Michael - great system. I really loved Video #10 - the explanation was awesome.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Angela
Hi Michael, I am very new in this business and I am willing to learn. I believe that your vedios will be of great help but I was not sure if I could order the free vedios without paying the money for the update. Because I did not want to get into any financial problems I did not order it.I will appreciate it if you can let me know please.
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Sam Zipursky
Dear Michael,
I watched your video series as soon as I signed up. I knew that if I let it sit around I wouldn’t get to it.
It was great education and very detailed. Your explanations were clear and if people have a product or service to sell and follow these videos they could quickly start to make money.
The only thing I’m still left wondering about as in many courses is how to go about acquiring a product worth selling or making one myself. Of course I understand that this is the topic of other courses.
Basically I would say that your new video course is excellent for those who already have a mini-site or product that they are selling and want to take it to the next level and make more money.
Thanks Michael I’ll definitely be watching these videos many more times as my online ventures grow!
Best regards,
Sam Zipursky
Osaka, Japan
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Harold Cannon I
I would like to work your sites to my prosperity, ha ha, I would like to work your sites & yea I feel the same way about free & as a missionary we do the same thing & one can gain after they recieve no it wouldn’t be easy but yes it will be worth it I hope I can get started quickly so we all can prosper. type with you soon. thankyou
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Harry Deitch
Good Morning Mr. Rasmussen. I am, it seems, a long term beginner. I have a very pertinent question for you. I am not very financial and I am going to create another website with XsitePro V2. My other one is and looks amateurish. The crux of the question, if I cannot afford to create a lot of Mini-Sites, because of the cost of the Domains, why cannot I create Mini-Sites as Sub Domains in my large web-site? I would really appreciate your answer,because I have viewed your fantastic “free” videos, and I would like to start working with their advice. Regards. Harry Deitch (Sydney,Australia).
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Towana
Michael,
I just want to add my two cents worth of Kudos to you for providing such valuable information for us newbies. I’ve been reading posts and following links for 3 weeks, and last night I watched the first 5 videos and learned more than I have learned in the past 3 weeks. AND it was free!! You’re the kind of guy I want to do business with. I’m working on completing the necessary steps to help promote your videos. Thanks for everything. You’re the BEST!
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From kevin
been watching the videos Michael
they are very clearly set out and i like the way you recap at the end.
i dont hnk its your real voice but probably a pro
voice over ..if thats the case why no be up front about it ..nothing wrong with using a pro voice ..
anyways im impressed overall.. i think many of us
find this internet stuff so confusing because there’s so much info and you dont know who to believe ..
and deciding on a niche is a big issue
• Author's Site • June 19th, 2008
From Hartini
Hi Michael,
Thanks for your offers. But I haven’t finish look at your videos yet. I b