Build Your Online Success My name is Bonnie Holscher and as I grow I will be bringing to you resources to help you build your online success. I have been online since 2006 and enjoy a great lifestyle while sharing how I am creating a six figure income and so can you.

YouTube Can Be An Outstanding Tool To Promote Your Website and Opt In PagesPosted by Bonnie Holscher on January 24th, 2010

You Tube started out as a fun place to post your home videos and began to be utilized by internet entrepreneurs to share their products and sservices.  Entertainers started to promote themselves by posting music videos and now You Tube has become one of the most widely used promotional tools available to anyone who has a computer. 

The internet business owner can not only promote what they have to offer, they can also do trainings as well.  Entreperneurs like Alex Mendossian, Jeff Herring, Andy Andrews and many, many others use video to share messages,  make announcements of new programs and new offers regularly using video as the media means to reach their followers and students.  This creates that all too important personal touch that the internet can sometimes leave out.  Who is the person behind the website or voice or email?  Like it has been said that people will do business with those they know, like and trust.  What better a way besides meeting someone face to face than to hear them and see them on video. 

Most cameras these days have a video function on them and now the ever popular Flip Video Recorder makes doing random footage quite easy. Nowadays it is also advisable to get testimonials for credibility and what better way to do it and share them.   Windows has a movie maker that makes editing and adding titles and URL’s easy as well.  So if you are serious about building an online marketing business, it would be wise to look into adding video to your work and watch it grow.  One nice thing about posting to YouTube is that others can share your video with those that they know or those who  follow them and your message becomes viral and can travel all over the world.  Imagine how many lives you can touch.

When You Reach The Finishline, Start A New RacePosted by Bonnie Holscher on January 4th, 2010

With the year 2009 at its end, many are evaluating and re-evaluting the resolutions, progress and the accomplishments of the year gone by.  Some  entrepreneurs did not reach their goals for whatever reason.  The internet marketing business requires time and effort unlike a nine to five, brick and mortar job.  So some got a little discouraged when the economy took a nose dive and the world around them began to fray or fall apart. 

Some of us reach our goals and experienced dreams that came true.  But the buck does not stop here.  If you are in the numbers of individuals that did acquire success in your endeavors and reach your finishline, now is the time to start a new race.  On the internet as with many other types of business that delivers great success, we are always in training for the next level.  A longer race, a higher mountain, a deeper sea or whatever your heart chooses to call it.  None the less, it is not over as opposed to a new beginning.  Another step up on your staircase to success, which by the way is a journey and not a destination.  Your reached goals are a destination that take you to the next opportunity to grow. 

So with 2010 here and waiting for your next move, the first move you need to make is to determine where you want to go by New Years Eve next year.  Your goal list must include your action list.  Making a list of goals will not get you to your dreams and suitable lifestyle.  The action you take to get there is the fuel that makes your vehicle (goals) advance.  Decide how much time and money will you invest to continue training and learning the most current technology and information.  And last but not least at all, is what will your celebration look like?  I am looking forward to traveling with you on that journey for the next amazing year!

Are You Living In A World Of What If?Posted by Bonnie Holscher on December 23rd, 2009

There is an age old syndrome call “What If” that people seem to get caught up in that cripples them in the quest for success.   This obstacle can stifle the strongest and best of the best if they find themselves asked that question. 

In so many cases when an opportunity arises people begin to question the outcome by saying what if.  When this happens, it causes a hesitation in either the decision making or the forward movement.  What if the project isn’t stable?  What if people don’t buy? What if my partner cheats me or takes advantage of me?  What if they don’t like me?  What if I don’t make any money?  What if, What if, What if?  The problem is that you can what if yourself right into a corner or out of a deal or opportunity that could take you right down the road of success.

Without taking risk, you will not open doors to step through and will find yourself look at walls or out of windows while other people are creating a lifestyle that they choose to live.  I just recently had to face that dilema but learned some very important lessons on the way.  I also created a logo and built a great website for someone else for the first time and gained loads of confidence even though my so called partner refused to pay me for my work.  She says we had a deal however all the email indicated that the so called agreement was never produced with any specifics in hardcopy and signed.  Even though I had a feeling things were not on the up and up and saw some not so  great patterns emerging, I continued to move forward with the expectation the the project was a great one and worth pursueing at the time.  Unfortunately, this woman was not one of her word and integrity and I ended up leaving the project without any compensation for my contributions.

The great thing is that I learn more about doing business with written agreements in place prior to the launch and engagement of your time and talents.  Because some people are not as honorable as you may be and without documentation or a paper trail they could say just about anything.

So when faced with a new opportunity or project, it is good to check out the specifics but don’t stifle yourself by adding the “What if” syndrome to the mix.  Sometimes it is an advantage to get your feet wet a little especially when building an online business before making a final decision on whether that opportunity or project is right for you.  And some people do not show their true selves till you are around them more.  There are enough road blocks in life that can slow you down or change your path with adding that age old “What If”

Thanksgiving Is A Time To Express Gratitude To Those Who Share In Visions Of The FuturePosted by Bonnie Holscher on November 26th, 2009

What a great time to stop and remember as well as be grateful for the people along your path that have contributed in one way or another to your life.  Each of us who have subscribers, students, friends and even family have so much to be thankful for.  The days come and go as we travel up the road to success, whatever that may look to each of us.  But how often along that journey do we truely stop to express our appreciation and gratitude.  Unfortunately not enough for the gifts and blessings we receive.

So with this Holiday coming to a conclusion I am honored at the opportunity to send a Heartfelt Happy Thanksgiving to all those who have been a part of my life in even the smallest of ways to the largest of adventures.  Take the time to wish blessings to those who have been an intricate part of your life and your success.

And for those of faith, whatever that may be for you….May God bless you with His riches of prosperity and joy that your life will blossom into a glorious future to share with others. Each dream that we have was placed in our hearts with love and there to achieve to that we may be a blessing as well.

Happy Thanksgiving to You and your Friends and Family

Bonnie

Retweeting On Twitter Is A Useful Tool To Build Stronger Relationships And Trust For Your FollowersPosted by Bonnie Holscher on October 11th, 2009

When I first got started on Twitter, I had no idea what a RT or retweet was let alone how to do it.  I would see them and read thank you s for them but was clueless until I began to pay attention and ask some questions. So what is a retweet and what is the purpose.

A retweet or RT as you will see it is someone who repeats a post that someone else wrote and gives them the credit for the tweet by putting RT in front or the writers username.  Sometimes it is a quote or saying that someone likes or it is a product that is worthy of a repeat to the world of social networking.  There is an advantage to having someone retweet your post.  This allows your information to go to their entire network as well as your network which gives you a broader reader base. 

When you retweet a post, it shows appreciation for the information and creates a basis for future relationships with the people involved.  These people will watch your information more and pass it on when it is appropriate.  By retweeting someones material you are also placing value on the post by acknowledging the content and any links that the post may have. 

Also by using the retweet option, you begin to build a basis for your own brand.  Make sure when you retweet, that the information is good information and not just links to junk and other spam type advertising.  This builds a loyalty and trust for your followers when they know you are passing on great and relevant material. They will also trust your links to whatever it may be that you are promoting or content on your website.  When you are courteous and respectful you will find that there are more followers and more traffic to your websites which is a great recipe for success.

Adding Video Will Raise Your Credibility And Value OnlinePosted by Bonnie Holscher on September 29th, 2009

It is true that people will connect with and purchase from those they believe to be a real person and what they have to offer really does work.  This is why it is extremely important to put your picture in your posts and promotions.  But pictures seem to be only half the story.  Video is not only up and coming, it is here to stay.  One of the most effective ways to bring credibility to your sites, products and/or services is to have video of yourself and in time video testimonials.  What can be more effective than having someone endorse you and what you do and how it effected or change their life.

So I played around this morning with the camcorder attached to my computer (it is an older one)and made this video.  It is not the greatest of quality at this point but now I become real to thousands if not millions of people.  Video can be shot with your camera, a camcorder and even the webcam in or on your computer.  I even edited it, giving it a title and credits which made it more desirable.  You can learn this too.  Although I learned this a while ago I did not embrace it till I experienced the training of Joel Bauer at a seminar here in Vegas.  Alex Mandossian also taught this on a stage at a Peak Potentials Event not long ago. 

So with out further adou….My video
Remember if you are not willing to promote yourself….who else do you think will?

Learn An Understand The Importance Of Building A List to Grow Your BusinessPosted by Bonnie Holscher on September 18th, 2009

For many who begin their journey into online marketing, list building can be confusing and not understood properly.  I did not realize when I got started how important my list was and how to use it to build my business.  The truth of the matter is, that without a list there are few in which you can market to.  And the ability to create and attract traffic to your website or blog can be a bit challenging. 

Your list is those people who are interested in what you are offering and in what information that you are providing.  If you are an affiliate marketer, these are also the people whom you will market the products and services that have helped you build your business or people that you follow for their expertise.  Once you have created a product or service of your own, your list is the lifeline to the internet and thousands of other possible visitors to you blog or website. 

It is so important to provide great information and tips or suggestions as well as purchasable materials to add value for your followers to use in their businesses.  Sometimes just a note of encouragement or acknowlegement to let them know that they are appreciated is a welcome for many who receive your email.

n autoresponder is the most common way to build your list and stay in touch on a regular basis.  I use an autoresponder system that allows me to have several different websites feed into one location for easy access.  The Incredible Shopping Cart has helped me to change my business from minimal exposure to contact with many many amazing people.  I share the products and services in the form of affiliations that have assisted me in building my business.  Sometimes I share books that I have read or seminar events that I have gone to or am going to attend in the process of continuing my education.  You do not need an extremely huge list to create an income and help others along the way.  Remember not to abuse the information that your list provides to you and provide an opt out in case there are a few who would like to stop receiving your information.  Once in a while they return and bring more with them when you respect their decision and just say Thank You for their time. Your list is a tremendous value to your online success.  Treat it as such.

Organize And Outsource To Optimize Your Time ManagementPosted by admin on August 23rd, 2009

Building a business, especially online is a time consuming project and it is easy to get distracted in the course of a day.  Time management becomes extremely important to insure that ample time is created or set aside to get done the prior items that utimately make money.  And after all, making money is the name of the game. 

So the first thing you must do to create a managed environment is to get organized.  I sometimes have difficulty with this because I tend to write post it notes and after a while they pile up.  The next thing you know, I am not getting anything done since I am fishing through the pile trying to find the things I did not complete before.  The easiest way to avoid this is to put on a new post it the items not completed at the top and throw the old list away.  The next morning you can add to the list items that need attention during that day but paying particular attention to priority money making tasks.

Another way to maximize your time is to outsource things that can be easily done by others. This leave the more important priority items to you direct attention to complete.  Yes, it will cost a few dollars to get some kind of assistant however, the money you are saving and in turn earning far out weighs the few dollars necessary to get the lesser important items and tasks done by someone capable of assisting you. 

But if you are not quite ready for an assistant and you’re buried under a sea of yellow stickies with your to-do list on them; have lost an ebook you downloaded, or have ever purchased the same item more than once - then you are the perfect candidate for Organize Your Online Business .
You can get a free workshop that will help you take and keep control or your business and your time.  Your business will become profitable quicker and with the efficiency necessary to keep it that way.

Are You Wandering Through A Jungle Of Self SabotagePosted by admin on August 19th, 2009

The attempts to become successful by many people tends to deflected by what is called self sabotage.  Have you ever felt like you have sabotaged yourself?  did you ever thing from time to time that you had set boobie traps that would slow you down or even bring you to a complete halt?  Chances are that have probably flattened a few of your own success tires or blown up a couple of your own financial bridges and even spread around a few rumors about yourself.

Well, it is time to put a stop to all this and catch the culprit before it gets too out of hand.  It is truely worth your effort.  so how do you do this and keep control so that your little saboteur does not run will again?  Become a person of intention and in alignment with the world around you.  Be convicted to succeed.  Use your intuition to recognize and realize when you begin to set success land mines that will throw your off your road and into a temporary ditch. 

This kind of transition does not happen all at once and will take to time to implement.  Sometime it will take quite a “wake up” call to get your attention.  it will require you to get your act together with no other choice.  You will stop looking for your someday and realize that the time is NOW. This is when you see that the dreams and efforts that you had some time ago are ready for harvest.

The secret is to get yourself to do what you you know you must do.  Now that you have been working at your “saw has been sharpened” and it is time to use it. The situation with most people is that they are busy hacking away in pursuit of their dreams with a dull axe.