When you look at almost any piece of web or print content, do you notice the one thing they generally have in common? Whether it’s a news article, a blog post or a print ad, most text content will feature a stock image to provide visual interest. Text content providers know they need to grab readers’ attention, which is why so many photographers are able to sell photo products to…
You’re a photographer with the skills and drive necessary to a strong career; why aren’t you selling pictures? Whether you’re just beginning to research the best ways to start your business or you’re figuring out why your sales aren’t as strong as they could be, it’s important to understand the truth behind a few common online sales myths. With the right tools, services and business plan, you can establish a…
Are you ready to launch your career as an independent author? One of the most important decisions you’ll make is how and where to position your eBooks for sale. With so many direct publishing options, it can also be one of the most challenging choices you make. Before settling on what seem to be the easiest and quickest solution, take some time to consider all your options. You may find…
How much time do you dedicate to maintaining your blog? If you’ve woyerked carefully to cultivate a reader base, you’re spending time and effort to maintain a web presence; are you getting paid for your efforts? As an established blogger, you have a valuable resource at your disposal: your audience. By partnering with digital download merchants through an affiliate network program, you can start earning money by doing all the…
What’s the best option for an author looking to independently sell books? Publish yourself, by taking advantage of the many tools and services available online. You don’t have to have access to a large startup fund; all you need is a bit of basic knowledge, the determination to succeed and a system tailored to your business model. When your career rests on a strong foundation you’ve built yourself, you’re able…
As a business owner and operator, your primary goal is to earn money. What if there were a way you could build a reliable, predictable income in one simple step? Choosing a business model built around subscription downloads gives you this ability. When you know how many subscribers you have and how much they’re paying on a regular basis for access to your products, you can accurately determine how much…
Are you ready to start selling digital downloads? Making sure everything is in place before you launch your new business is one of the best ways you can help it succeed. This means more than just releasing high-quality products; it’s also important to provide exemplary customer service and an ideal buying experience. As a business owner, you also have needs which are as important as those of your buyers. Before…
Are you making one decision with the potential to negatively affect the launch of your new business? If you’re using a trusted and reliable payment processing service, but not pairing it with vital tools and services, you are likely making a mistake. While it’s important to use a payment processing system like PayPal, software sales means more than collecting money from your customers. Many new merchants mistakenly believe this one…