Internet Marketing Tips from Denise Wakeman

Been there, done that. What you can learn from the experts.

One of the reasons I invest in my professional development is that I want to accelerate the growth of my business. I make a serious investment in my business: I attend mastermind retreats, I hire mentors, I take classes, and I buy ebooks and "traditional" books.

I also follow a lot of successful people. I watch what they do, how they do it and when I see something I can model for my own business, I adapt it and try it.

That's why I jumped on the chance to contribute to a FREE ebook that my colleague Scott Stratten (unmarketing on twitter) compiled with responses from 39 of his colleagues about what they would do differently if they could go back to the beginning of their speaking/coaching/writing career. 

If I Could Go Back:
Successful Speakers, Authors & Coaches Reflect on What They'd Do Differently

You get to tap into the hindsight from successful people including Leesa Barnes, Alexis Neely, Mari Smith, Adam Urbanski, Michael Bungay Stainer, and me (!), to name just a few. I learned so much from the other contributors, especially around getting started as a speaker since it's not my strong suit.

If I Could Go Back is 123 pages of pure gold and it's totally free. Scott is not selling anything. He is building his list, though. He loves to share information and this is an example you can study and model for your own business.

Watch his videos, study his process and then figure out how you can do something similar in your own niche.

And read the ebook. As I said, it's pure gold and I'm pretty sure you'll get find a few golden nuggets you apply to your business.

How to Sell When Nobody's Buying

In this economy everyone is looking for an edge, a way to find the buyers who still have money left to buy. Let’s face it, that last 18 months haven’t been easy on businesses.

My friend and someone I consider a mentor, Dave Lakhani has been studying the effect of the economy on sales, marketing, buyer behavior and buyer psychology and the thing he said that really got my attention was that “Sales changed and nobody told the salespeople.” As I thought about that and read through the research and process Dave teaches in his new book How To Sell When Nobody’s Buying  (and how to sell even more when they are) , I realized how right he was and how much there was to learn to master selling in this economy. And for that reason alone, I want you to get a copy of this book today.

In the book you’ll learn:

=> Which social media tool you must be using right now to find hidden sources of buyers eager to buy from you

=> How buyer psychology and behavior changed and what you must do to influence them now

=> An exact implementation plan that is guaranteed to get you more business and more sales right now (and that’s only chapter 0)

=> Dave teaches you the key concept of how to be seen to sell and how to build relationships that last and prosper.

You can read more here on Dave’s site.

Plus, there are chapters on selling with Facebook and social media by Mari Smith and Dr. Rachna Jain, two friends and colleagues I admire tremendously.

Amazing Awaits Webinar Replay is Ready for You

Yesterday I hosted a webinar with a recognized innovation expert, a brilliant strategist, and a true creative force - Julie Ann Turner - Founder/CEO of CreatorsGuide.com, an award-winning trainer, consultant, author, community leader and social entrepreneur.

I've got to admit, I am blown away by the overwhelming positive response to the power of the "AMAZING AWAITS!" Webinar we held last night … especially since it's not the usual fare I host or teach. And, as a professional and business owner, I recognize that it's important to not only learn new marketing skills, but also focus on beliefs and big picture strategies for your business and life.

If you missed the live call Julie Ann graciously agreed to provide access to everyone to view the "AMAZING!" Webinar replay …

What is Your Superpower? Discover Your Singular Greatness

The following article is by Julie Ann Turner who I will be hosting on a free webinar on May 21. This article will give you a taste of what you'll experience from this powerful and amazing woman.

What is Your Superpower? Discover Your Singular Greatness

It's inescapable! 

The movie screens are sizzling with - that's right: Superheroes!

From classics like Wolverine from X-Men, to super-human stars like James T. Kirk and Spock in Star Trek, these heroes arrest our attention.

Why do these stories hold such power and capture our collective imagination?

Because, behind all the hype - and behind every Superhero blockbuster - lies a timeless tale ... the eternal tale that gives all these super-stories their power.

And that's the story of the hero's journey.  It is the story - and promise - of realizing our own unrecognized greatness.

Deep inside each of us, there is a knowledge - both a belief, and a calling - that we, too, have special "powers"...

... yes, our own super "powers" - the unique gifts and talents that only we possess and are able to share with the world.

And if we don't share them, the world won't have them.

That's the transcendent story behind all the Superhero tales ... a story we instantly recognize and identify as our own.

Three Free Programs to Boost Your Business

The next few weeks are busy, busy, busy! Opportunities abound for your professional development and to grow your business.

In addition to the Social Media Success Summit for which I'm doing two presentations (starts May 26), I'm hosting three very exciting programs, each quite different yet each could make a profound difference in your business - something for everyone here:

All programs will be recorded. Register now to reserve your place and get the free replays.

Thursday, May 21 at 5 pm Pacific/8 pm Eastern

Amazing Awaits! Shift Your Life, Power & Profit to the Next Level Now
Free Webinar featuring Julie Ann Turner - Strategic (Big) Thinker

When Big Picture strategy drives even the smallest adjustments in your online presence and positioning - you can activate great, and lasting, results. It is Big Picture thinking that makes the difference. Learn what you can do to accelerate your success.

Click here for Information and Registration

Friday, May 22 at 12 pm Pacific/3 pm Eastern

Conference Call Best Practices
Free teleclass with Rick Raddatz, creator of InstantTeleseminar

This is a rare opportunity to connect with Rick and ask him your burning questions about conference calling systems, InstantTeleseminar and how to integrate conference calls into your marketing mix.
Click here for Information and Registration

Tuesday, June 2 at 2 pm Pacific/5 pm Eastern

Secrets to Profitable Blogging Revealed
How to Find a Steady Stream of Expert Content for Your Niche Blog

Join me when I interview Public Domain Expert Tony Laidig to find out how you can create a steady stream of quality, expert content for your niche blog.  When you learn what Tony has discovered and put into practice time and time again to achieve more traffic and more money from his blog, you’ll be thrilled and ready to do the same on your own blogs.

Click here for Information and Registration