Home Based Internet Business Resources - Basics
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Home-Based Internet Business Resources: Getting Started
Introduction
Launching a home-based internet business can be an exciting endeavor. This series will guide you through the essentials, starting with the foundation and then delving deeper into each step in future articles.
Choosing Your Domain Name
Your first task is selecting a domain name. Aim for something memorable and easy to type. Avoid unusual characters or dashes?"for example, choose "yourbusiness.com" instead of "your-bu$iness.com". Use free tools like [Instant Domain Search](http://instantdomainsearch.com) to check availability and experiment until you find the perfect name.
Researching Keywords
The right keywords are crucial for attracting visitors. Keywords drive search engine results on platforms like Google and Yahoo. For instance, if you're starting a pet business, consider terms like "pet business" or "online pet business". Tools like Good Keywords from [Softnik](http://softnik.com) can help you find keywords that balance search popularity and competition. More guidance on this will follow in future articles.
Selecting a Hosting Service
Next, choose a reliable hosting service. Avoid free hosting; you get what you pay for. A paid host offers essential support, especially important if you're new to online business.
Setting Up a Business Email
Create a separate email account for business purposes using providers like Gmail or Yahoo. This separation helps manage the high volume of business emails effectively and keeps things organized.
Implementing Email Auto-Responders
Auto-responders are invaluable for managing leads. They send "opt-in" emails to interested individuals?"not spam. By clicking a confirmation link, recipients receive your follow-up emails. You can write these yourself or use available programs to handle them. Look out for free options that can manage this for you.
Building Your Subscriber List
With your auto-responder set up, focus on expanding your list of opted-in subscribers. Remember, it's a numbers game?"building a list takes time and consistent follow-up.
Exploring Affiliate Marketing
An intriguing aspect of online business is affiliate marketing. By promoting the services you use (like hosts and auto-responders) on your site, you can earn money even if your site’s focus is different. Your firsthand experience makes your endorsements more credible.
Conclusion
This basic framework is common to most online businesses. Stay tuned for upcoming articles where I'll dive deeper into each area we've covered. Remember, success begins with taking the first step: "Nothing Happens Until You Swing."
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