Friday, August 17, 2012
Nicholl McGuire - Google+
Google has a nice place to build up a quick profile for the search engines. If you don't have a profile, I suggest you use Google. Your name ranks well and the site is easy to use. View my profile and feel free to connect with me here:
Nicholl McGuire - Google+
Nicholl McGuire - Google+
Monday, August 6, 2012
Bye LinkShare! A member since '06
I spent years marketing products and services of companies connected to Linkshare. I also recommended many people join the company and never saw referral credits.
Overtime, I noticed a pattern with my Linkshare account, it seemed the minute I started noticing commissions through heavy promotion, a company would soon after leave the program. Other times, I saw months of no commissions, so I would send a variety of affiliate links from different companies out to people I knew so that I could test the integrity of this company and its tracking tools. Those relatives and friends I knew who made purchases, including myself, through some of those links, their purchases didn't show up. I got one small commission check a month later for $1.10 from a popular company. After several times of doing this, I backed off. But before I did that, I connected my banking info. with my account so that I could get a direct deposit, just in case my commissions caught up with me, so that I didn't have to get a check in the mail. One day, my banking information was not in the system and the selection was back on paper checks. I continued taking down links after I found out that two affiliate marketers didn't receive pay checks as large as $800 plus. This year I disconnected from this company.
I advise that if you are going to connect with any company on or off line and promote their products using referral or affiliate links, keep a close watch, send links out to those people you know to test the integrity of their system. I also would suggest don't spread your affiliate links around all at once, instead focus on one way of marketing for a time so that you can better control your links and watch your traffic. Each month I had thousands visit my links for a stretch of time and then I would promote less during times of the year when I was busy with other projects. There are so many ways to market, but when you do, like I mentioned before, keep track of where you place your links. When the company or companies don't deliver, take down your links. If you have them everywhere, it will be hard to take them all down at once--that was my issue that is why it took me so long to get rid of banner ads, text links, etc. Don't waste any more time promoting when you don't see commissions! Remember it's not always about marketing techniques, sometimes people just don't bother with companies because they aren't popular, their prices aren't competitive, they charge shipping and handling costs, limited selections, have no beneficial coupons, bad reviews, etc. None of which you can control! Happy marketing!
Linkshare Reviews:
http://www.ripoffreport.com/Search/linkshare.aspx
http://www.imreportcard.com/services/linkshare/
http://affiliate-marketing-forums.5staraffiliateprograms.com/linkshare-forum/17402-unpaid-payments-45-000-sales-student-universe.html
I also used to be with Commission Junction. I noticed with this site as soon as I saw the light at the end of the tunnel, my account was suspended. I wrote articles and connected my affiliate link to those articles and somehow I was in violation? Go figure, meanwhile I followed the advice of gurus back then (this was around 2006-07). Anyway, here is information about Commission Junction, a competitor of Linkshare.
http://www.ripoffreport.com/department-outlet-stores/cj-com/cj-com-third-party-company-of-3cccc.htm
http://promotedprofits.com/commission-junction-lawsuit/
http://www.webproworld.com/webmaster-forum/threads/100754-CJ-com-Commission-Junction-is-a-Joke-and-a-Scam
Overtime, I noticed a pattern with my Linkshare account, it seemed the minute I started noticing commissions through heavy promotion, a company would soon after leave the program. Other times, I saw months of no commissions, so I would send a variety of affiliate links from different companies out to people I knew so that I could test the integrity of this company and its tracking tools. Those relatives and friends I knew who made purchases, including myself, through some of those links, their purchases didn't show up. I got one small commission check a month later for $1.10 from a popular company. After several times of doing this, I backed off. But before I did that, I connected my banking info. with my account so that I could get a direct deposit, just in case my commissions caught up with me, so that I didn't have to get a check in the mail. One day, my banking information was not in the system and the selection was back on paper checks. I continued taking down links after I found out that two affiliate marketers didn't receive pay checks as large as $800 plus. This year I disconnected from this company.
I advise that if you are going to connect with any company on or off line and promote their products using referral or affiliate links, keep a close watch, send links out to those people you know to test the integrity of their system. I also would suggest don't spread your affiliate links around all at once, instead focus on one way of marketing for a time so that you can better control your links and watch your traffic. Each month I had thousands visit my links for a stretch of time and then I would promote less during times of the year when I was busy with other projects. There are so many ways to market, but when you do, like I mentioned before, keep track of where you place your links. When the company or companies don't deliver, take down your links. If you have them everywhere, it will be hard to take them all down at once--that was my issue that is why it took me so long to get rid of banner ads, text links, etc. Don't waste any more time promoting when you don't see commissions! Remember it's not always about marketing techniques, sometimes people just don't bother with companies because they aren't popular, their prices aren't competitive, they charge shipping and handling costs, limited selections, have no beneficial coupons, bad reviews, etc. None of which you can control! Happy marketing!
Linkshare Reviews:
http://www.ripoffreport.com/Search/linkshare.aspx
http://www.imreportcard.com/services/linkshare/
http://affiliate-marketing-forums.5staraffiliateprograms.com/linkshare-forum/17402-unpaid-payments-45-000-sales-student-universe.html
I also used to be with Commission Junction. I noticed with this site as soon as I saw the light at the end of the tunnel, my account was suspended. I wrote articles and connected my affiliate link to those articles and somehow I was in violation? Go figure, meanwhile I followed the advice of gurus back then (this was around 2006-07). Anyway, here is information about Commission Junction, a competitor of Linkshare.
http://www.ripoffreport.com/department-outlet-stores/cj-com/cj-com-third-party-company-of-3cccc.htm
http://promotedprofits.com/commission-junction-lawsuit/
http://www.webproworld.com/webmaster-forum/threads/100754-CJ-com-Commission-Junction-is-a-Joke-and-a-Scam
Friday, August 3, 2012
Free Backlink Tool | Backlink Tool | Free Backlink Builder | Free Backlinks
I recently discovered that a site of mine had zero backlinks (had abandoned it for the kids--it happens). Anyway, I came across this tool to help me with my backlinking endeavors. You might want to increase your ranking online too. Learn more below:
Free Backlink Tool | Backlink Tool | Free Backlink Builder | Free Backlinks
Free Backlink Tool | Backlink Tool | Free Backlink Builder | Free Backlinks
SocialAdr: Social Media Service: Automated Tool Submits to Social Media Sites
In my quest to get more back-links, I noticed that the following site frequently came up as one of the good ones to get free traffic. This is an automated service that promotes your pages to various accounts. Have you tried this yet?
SocialAdr: Social Media Service: Automated Tool Submits to Social Media Sites
SocialAdr: Social Media Service: Automated Tool Submits to Social Media Sites
Friday, July 20, 2012
Author Sharing Spiritual Insight on YouTube
Recently, I have been inspired to add videos to my collection on YouTube discussing spiritual issues related to things like: relationships, pop culture, family and more. God is blessing men and women with some wonderful insight using all who are willing to receive Him. I have shared some revelations, see here:
Inspirational Videos, Poetry, How-to and more by Nicholl
Inspirational Videos, Poetry, How-to and more by Nicholl
Thursday, July 19, 2012
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Writers: Joined this site...
Awhile back I joined Hub Pages and like the many topics and writers over at this site. Easy to use, at times a little time consuming, but definitely a needed change for some of you--enjoy! Click on my link: nmcguire7 on HubPages
Friday, July 13, 2012
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
HOW TO NOT GET SCREWED WHEN DOING SELF PUBLISHING - YouTube
YouTuber shares his experience self-publishing his book. Useful information, click here:
HOW TO NOT GET SCREWED WHEN DOING SELF PUBLISHING - YouTube
HOW TO NOT GET SCREWED WHEN DOING SELF PUBLISHING - YouTube
Saturday, May 26, 2012
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Upload & Share PowerPoint presentations and documents
Thought this site would be useful to those of you who enjoy putting together slides online (like me). Enjoy!
Upload & Share PowerPoint presentations and documents
Upload & Share PowerPoint presentations and documents
Updated YouTube Channel: Nicholl McGuire, Writer
Hello,
Lately, I have been taking the time to record video and share audio to assist people who are interested in subjects like: parenting, spirituality and business. As a writer, I cover a wide variety of topics, but my focus these days has been to add spiritual wisdom to subject matter that would have ordinarily been simple how-to tips based on secular medias' gurus or experts.
Since I believe in an awesome God, I have been trusting in him to elevate my mind, body and soul. I believe as I draw nearer to him and what he wills for my life, prayers will continue to be answered. When there is a meeting of the minds, between God and man (woman), you can't help but see blessings overflow. So click around the following site and do subscribe, thank you.
nmenterprise7 - YouTube
Lately, I have been taking the time to record video and share audio to assist people who are interested in subjects like: parenting, spirituality and business. As a writer, I cover a wide variety of topics, but my focus these days has been to add spiritual wisdom to subject matter that would have ordinarily been simple how-to tips based on secular medias' gurus or experts.
Since I believe in an awesome God, I have been trusting in him to elevate my mind, body and soul. I believe as I draw nearer to him and what he wills for my life, prayers will continue to be answered. When there is a meeting of the minds, between God and man (woman), you can't help but see blessings overflow. So click around the following site and do subscribe, thank you.
nmenterprise7 - YouTube
Monday, May 21, 2012
Laboring to Love People: Excerpt from Laboring to Love Myself by Nicholl McGuire
I shared an excerpt from my book, Laboring to Love Myself, on this site:
Laboring to Love People: Excerpt from Laboring to Love Myself
Laboring to Love People: Excerpt from Laboring to Love Myself
Friday, May 18, 2012
SearchEdu.com
If you ever need to reference legitimate, widely known education sites for things like reporting, consider this useful site. You can search for what you need without all the sites looking to sell you items when all you want to do is collect data. Hope this helps some of you newbie writers.
SearchEdu.com
SearchEdu.com
Unresolved Conflict: How To Handle Unresolved Conflict in Your Family
As the weather becomes increasingly warmer, more family gatherings are planned. What to do when you simply don't like some people in your family?
Unresolved Conflict: How To Handle Unresolved Conflict in Your Family
Unresolved Conflict: How To Handle Unresolved Conflict in Your Family
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
They Said They Would Buy, But They Didn't...
Whether someone buys an author's book or not is really a non-issue, but what is a problem, for me, is when someone promises to buy a book and doesn't. You see, I have bought plenty of things that really didn't tickle my interests, but I wanted to show my support to a new author, to someone's offspring, a new dad, etc. Once I bought their book (cd or other products), I gave them to someone who I thought would appreciate their hard-work more than I would. So this brings me to the following point, for those people who I personally know, who have yet to buy any of my books, could you stop making promises, and just buy something? Thank you.Sincerely,
Yours Truly,
Love, Love...
Nicholl McGuire
Amazon.com: When Mothers Cry (9781448660469): Nicholl McGuire: Books
Laboring to Love an Abusive Mate
Laboring to Love Myself
Check out other books, journals, and photobooks by me HERE.
You guys and gals know who you are!
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Something for the writers: You need a challenge, I got one...
Try writing a story of your life in one sentence. Great site I stumbled upon, enjoy!
One Sentence - True stories, told in one sentence. - StumbleUpon
One Sentence - True stories, told in one sentence. - StumbleUpon
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
12 Alternatives to YouTube
I thought this would be helpful to some of you who have a passion for making videos. These sites are sincerely fun to view, organized and many seem to be doing quite well. Thinking about uploading future videos on a few.
12 Video Sites That Are Better Than YouTube
12 Video Sites That Are Better Than YouTube
College Central - Job Search Resources and Employer Services
Years back I received an email from a woman who worked for this site wanting me to submit some of my material. So I surfed the site and then submitted one of my writings. But while looking over the website, I thought, "Where were sites like these when I was in college?" Very interesting site that provides informative pieces on job seeking after college. Share with your young people.
College Central - Job Search Resources and Employer Services
College Central - Job Search Resources and Employer Services
Poems
When I just don't feel moved to write paragraphs of text about my feelings, I lean on one of my old hobbies that dates back to when I was nine, writing poems. Sometimes I spend hours just penning my thoughts and other times I speak them. Here is one thing I did with some old spiritual poems I had offline from the late 90s.
Nicholl McGuire's Inspirational Poetry
Nicholl McGuire's Inspirational Poetry
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