In the beginning was a decision

Although choosing a topic is a relatively simple step, it was one that many in my Vancouver workshop students stumbled on.

Likewise, some of the readers of my handbook tell me they, too, stumbled over the hurdle of pinpointing an industry that could be both profitable and interesting.

I'm sure that fear of failure played a part, but my guess is the primary reason was not being aware of the many different categories of products with lucrative affiliate programs available to them.

Or realizing that they are not limited to only one topic, thereby thinking that the must get it right the very first time out.

Sure, I understand the pressure associated with this and the desire to get it right the first time - this is why I expand on this important step this time around. With a better understanding of the importance and working together, you are going to get it right.

You will need to follow my steps and complete the short exercises, watch the short video tutorial clips, and, of course, keep an open mind. But, the end result will be worth it - so just stick with me here.

Now, just let me add this:

I think some of this frustration about finding the right industry came from those who saw me succeeding in the Satellite TV, Cell Phone and Credit Card industries.

They saw my success in these topics and joined me headfirst in the affiliate pool.

This is fine, but since that time, the pool has gotten larger and deeper and has filled with swimmers (some sinking, simply treading water, and some happily floating on top) -leaving little or NO ROOM for anyone else.

And, if it's not going to be lucrative, why jump in?

The truth is that these areas are now over saturated. So, the key to your success, and to mine, lies in our ability to uncover profitable topics that haven't yet been exploited.

And the good news is there is nearly an unlimited supply of them, if you are prepared to do a little research, use a little common sense, and follow my lead.

In short, get ready to broaden your horizons, for I am convinced this is key to your success. And, I want to make sure you do this before progressing to Step #4, Ladies and Gentlemen - Choose Your Template.

I share this next story with you so you will better understand my train of thought here: Arlene and the kids and I used to live near a bunch of chicken farms. I remember Arlene taking her Brownies and Girl Guides to go visit these farms. When they opened the barn doors, it was a sea of little yellow baby chicks.

Thousands of them!

One day the local newspaper printed a disturbing story about one of the chicken farms. It seems someone on a motorbike got too close to a barn full of baby chicks and,

scared for their lives, they all scrambled to the corner, piling up on top of each other.

Hundreds, thousands maybe, died. Just like that. The little guys on the bottom didn't make it.

This is a good analogy of what has happened within many of the larger industries. Affiliates have piled into the same corner and, unfortunately, the ones on the bottom have no chance of survival.

Learning about the many options available before beginning will also prepare you to get the most from the next step, Keywords Are The Building Blocks.

So please take the time to go through each of the recommended baby steps that follow, - even if you are already familiar with affiliate programs and Google AdSense (which we get into more later).

The brainstorming you will do could lead you down a whole new path - one that is exciting, fulfilling and financially rewarding.

Continue reading here: An overview of affiliate programs

Was this article helpful?

0 0