As long as a person continues using articles as a way to promote they will achieve some measure of success. But to ensure the ultimate success it is important that key steps are taken.
1)Know what you are writing about
2)Have a website or blog
3)Ensure that your website is set up correctly
4)Promote quality products
5)Align yourself with others
6)Stay current
7)Visit forums related to the craft
When you begin writing your article you should have a clear focus on what the article will be about. Research should already be completed if needed and you should be over-flowing with information to share. By having a knowledge base to work from your writing efforts will be easier and go faster. The end result will be an informative article that others can benefit from.
Although article marketing is often used to sell affiliate products I still suggest that you set up a website of your own. A blog works fine. This gives you a place to send people from your resource box. Because you are sending them to your own space you have control over that area. You can add an opt-in box so that you can build a list of your own. You can also add Google adsense code and banners for other products.
These options mean that you have multiple ways of making money with the visit you receive. By offering a free ebook or report you can get subscribers of your own. This enables you the opportunity to email those people in the future with other offers. Some people may need to receive several emails that offer a product before they actually make a purchase. You now have the opportunity to provide those emails.
Insure that what you promote is of high quality. It is important to remember that you are being judged for everything that you write. That includes your promotions. You are always working at building your credibility. That is why you should only attach your name to worthy products.
Do not try to go it alone. Learn from others and get assistance from others. You can do this by finding a mentor or simply following the advice of someone that you respect. There is no need to re-invent the wheel. Join forums where you can associate with others doing the same things. This will also help you to keep current on any new trends or methods that you might want to try.
