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eBay offers a Hidden Gold Mine - If you know how to mine it!
Recent changes in eBay's system have enabled many to explode their businesses. 

The downside with eBay has always been the cost and their neverending rules of operation.  Finally they are making changes that benefit any internet marketer.  But you do have to know how to take advantage of those rules.

We have been operating eBay stores for years and are currently helping others to succeed in using eBay as another "Tool" in their box.

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Posted by Dennis Estelle at 3/20/2007 8:47 AM | View Comments (0) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
Don't listen to your Sponsor if you want to succeed
In the majority of times, your sponsor will tell you to do exactly what his/her sponsor told him/her to do.

Whats wrong with this?

It's 2007 and the old techniques simply do not work. 

The old advice was to buy leads, buy promotional material, call your leads. 
No response?  Buy more leads, buy motivational tapes, call more leads.
Still no response?  .....

Thats it in a nutshell.  It is YOUR fault if no one joins your business opportunity.

We've heard this report over and over again and its simply not true.  It isn't your fault.

http://www.mountain-websites.com/mlmburnout.html


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Posted by Dennis Estelle at 3/20/2007 8:41 AM | View Comments (0) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
MLM Burnout and Affiliate Marketing Failure - Why so Widespread?
I took time off to brainstorm with my associates concerning the things we are seeing in 2007.  Anyone can claim its a simple matter of viewing the glass "half full" or "half empty," but today's realities go beyond a single person's perspective.

It seems such a contrast between the "stories" told by the web Guru's and the reactions and experiences of regular people trying to make a living on the web.  We've reviewed all the stats have have reached some interesting conclusions. 

This is a rather short report, but worthwhile for anyone to consider BEFORE they spend any more money in promoting any business on the web.

MLM Burnout and Affiliate Failure - Why?    http://www.mountain-websites.com/mlmburnout.html

Just a hint: There are many secrets those making the "Big Money" on the web do not want you to know.

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Posted by Dennis Estelle at 3/20/2007 8:31 AM | View Comments (0) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
What is the TRUTH about network marketing? MLM

"What is the TRUTH about Network (MLM) Marketing?"

I'm asked this question more then anything else................

There are literally thousands of Network Marketing (we'll call them MLM)
opportunities coming online each month.  Some are scams, some are
borderline legit (if there is such a term) and others are completely
legitimate home based businesses.

All have some things in common.  They all promote BIG DREAMS
of GREAT INCOMES and the Ultimate Promise of RESIDUAL Income. 
That's what we all want, a growing source of passive income!

We selected MLM for our first topic because it definitely has the
ability to be the most rewarding home based business but also
can has the capability of breaking your bank account and souring
you on the subject of home business success faster then anything
imaginable.  Read on and you'll understand why.


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The truth of the matter is that about 95% of those entering network
marketing drop out within 6 months time.  Another point to realize
is that 10% or those in networking make 90% of the income in the
field.

These stats are quite accurate.  So anyone considering going into
networking should be ready to face some real challenges.

Depressed Yet?

I've got very good news for you.  There still are regular people like
you and me that earn a decent income from MLM.  There are some
parameters that contribute to success.  You must make your choices
with your 'head' and not with your emotions.

What do I mean?  Well it is easy to get carried away in the promotion
of one business over another.  Especially so if we are attending a sales
meeting.  This is exactly what the promoters of the business desire.

In 2007 though, we should (if we want to be successful) be very selective
and view ANY MLM opportunity with certain things in mind.

Just a note, my associates and I were quite successful back in the
early 90's with Herbalife and Amway.  I still remember those
"hyped up" meetings with the "circles" and testimonials.

Anyone who has been there knows exactly what I'm talking about
here.  The point is once a person signed up, it wasn't but a few
months and they dropped out. 

Then your sponsor would tell you one of two things: it was your
fault due to a lack of support or they (those who dropped out)
weren't really ready for such a great opportunity.

Oooooooooooooh, I get a headache just thinking about it.

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But times have changed.

As I mentioned, today the development of the internet tools and
the wide decimation of information has enabled us to make
intelligent decisions before we jump into something.

First point to remember is "we want a business that can be
promoted 100% on the web if we desire."  We do not want to
alienate our family members and friends.  We shouldn't have
to in today's world.

Second point is: "we do not want to purchase leads each
month and cold call prospects."  Nothing is more costly and
depressing, especially when someone is just starting out.

Third point is: "we want to be able to use the web to the fullest
for recruiting and building our business."  The tools are all
available today, you just have to know where to find them
and how to use them properly.

Fourth and final point: "our product has to be one with an
international demand."  The business product being offered
has to offer a benefit to those living outside the USA.  This is
important because of the growing economies in other parts
of the world.  This in itself limits the opportunities we might
consider.  The product has to be of a nature that customers
will want to purchase on a monthly basis.  It can't be something
you can purchase cheaper at the local WallyWorld or you
are doomed to failure.  It can't be something that cannot be
exported around the world or you are limiting your future growth.

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Wow, I'm getting long winded here.  Let's cut to the bottom line.

A young man I know has developed an unbelievable system
of promoting a networking business completely online.  His
book is the very best outline for online marketing that I've ever
seen.

You see the key to building a MLM business is to generate
income up front to enable you to continue promoting without
killing your bank account.  He has the answers to this and most
other questions.  But I'll let you see for yourself.  If you desire
info on the best online marketing strategy I've ever seen, please
visit this site.  Even if you do not want to spend any money on
his book, provide your email and contact info so you'll be enrolled
in his FREE email education program. 

You will benefit from his insights.
  http://mountainwebs.getnetmlmprofits.com/profits/

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Now remember, we all want to build 'residual income' for our future
but the vehicle or business we use to do this should be qualified
by the comments mentioned above.

My associates and I have chosen  a company who offers a digital
product on a worldwide basis.  It's based on the self-improvement,
marketing and education fields.

Go into any bookstore and see how large the section is on
self-improvement and you'll get an idea of the interest.  Consider
the exploding economies in China and India and the common
market countries in Europe and you get an idea of the potential. 
You can even get a FREE Pass to check it out.

http://destelle1.successuniversity.com/


Just a personal note here: My associates and I had been
examining networking opportunities on a regular basis when
we found this company.  The company offered us everything
in consideration of product (as mentioned in outline above),
compensation plan, worldwide appeal and delivery.  But we
weren't sold until I found the "system" offered by the young
man I mentioned.  This put it all together.

Due to the fine MLM education system you now have access
to, we will go onto other fields of home business in our coming
newsletters.

Now, top level Network marketers of MLM programs will disagree
with me on this point, but...

Remember, we have always and will always promote the idea
of developing multiple streams of income. For your family's
future protection and economic success.
 
Yes, I'd like you to promote OUR MLM program so we would both
benefit.

But, I'm also interested in your future security and this comes
with building a home based business with more then one source
of income.  There are faster and easier means to generating cash
online.  We'll consider those in future issues.

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Posted by Dennis Estelle at 2/11/2007 8:52 AM | View Comments (0) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
95% of Internet marketers NEVER Make any PROFIT -Why?

"The Real Reason that 95% of those marketing on the Internet Never
Make Any Money"

Here's what they never tell you when you are just starting out with
any business....

You're excited, you think you can succeed with this new
opportunity...

Okay, so what should I do first? 

Where can I go for good advice? 


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That's the problem on the web.  There are thousands of networking
MLM businesses and tens of thousands of affiliate programs to chose
from.  Then there are those promoting retail sites on eBay and the
web.  There are forums and newsletters - Where can I find sound advice?

Maybe the key is to join everything I can afford.  Something has to
earn some bucks for me!

Hmm.....

I know that feeling.  Let me give you a brief introduction.

My name is Dennis.  I'm the owner of mountain-websites.com among
numerous other web businesses.  I've been operating ecommerce sites and
marketing products on the web and ebay for near two decades.

My goal is to provide direction and support to those desiring to
earn a good 2nd income online. 
If you are looking for the "get rich quick" scams, ...keep looking.
 If you are serious and honestly desire to build a profitable online
business, I can help you.  That has been my passion.

I present the pros and cons of entering into any type of internet
business.  How would I know?

Easy... after the decades spent online, my associates and I have
tried or examined just about every imaginable business.  We've spent
too much money on scams and worthless information packages.  That's
why I can steer the newbie or the experienced online marketer in the
right direction. 

There are legitimate sources of income on the web.  The internet
offers more possibilities today for business success then ever
before.  But, things have changed drastically since the early 90's.
Can you image a time before Google?  Can you imagine a time when
Spamming was legal?

Well we won't go there.  My point is that much of the information
being passed around and sold on the web today is simply repackaged
reports from 3, 5 or 10 years ago.  Outdated and useless
unless you enjoy history?

I've developed a members-only section of my web where I have
continually assembled worthwhile data, links and specific outlines
for those interested in seriously pursuing an online business income.

As my associates and I search out new information and leads, I
continually update our sources for business support. 

Personally I hate going to a site and seeing a table of 75 to 100
different business support sites only to find only a third are
current.  I update our "members only" site on a daily basis. 
It is truly a work in progress.

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There are several ways a person can build a secure 2nd income on
the web. 

Consider some facts:

Do you know that over 70% of all income on the internet comes from
sales of ebooks and other electronically transmitted information?

Did you know that 95% of all network marketers (MLM) never make a
profit and drop out of their programs within 6 months? 
There's a simple reason for this that you can easily avoid.

Did you know that less then 10% in MLM make 95% of the income?
What to learn why and how you can get into that 10% group?

Did you know there are many people making 6 figure incomes from
sales on eBay? 
But do you know what the secret is to succeeding on eBay? 
Hint: it's not selling $19.99 pieces of junk.

Do you know the most important part of being successful with an
internet ecommerce?
 It isn't what you might think.

In your future emails, we'll address these subjects and more.

Thank you for your interest.

http://www.mountain-websites.com


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Posted by Dennis Estelle at 2/11/2007 8:49 AM | View Comments (0) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
Step 1 in setting up an ebay business
Ebay, the dirty word for internet retailers!

It used to be but more and more successful retailers are learning to "crossover" and use ebay to increase their sales.

Step 1
Sign up for a paypal business account and get it verfied -only takes a couple days.

Then go to ebay and sign up as a new user.  You will need a credit card before signing on as a seller.

The entire process takes only a few minutes.

Within your account area, click on 'open a ebay store'.
At this point, take your time.  Consider what you will name your store. 
Decide what you will sell, do you want the name the same as your dot.com site?  All this must be taken into consideration BEFORE actually setting up the store.

The name should apply to your product line and also reflect you goals. 
If you are going to be a discounter (most are on ebay) you might reflect that in the title.  You get the idea.

Once you have a name, go thru the motions of setting up the store front.

The ebay programs allows anyone with no html knowledge at all to be successful at this.  I always suggest keeping it simple.  Then consider what your goals will be in relation to your existing dot.com store front.

more to come...

Dennis Estelle – Home Based Business Support
Ecommerce, Ebay and Networking for 2007’

http://www.Mountain-websites.com

 

Grow ANY home business – Target LEAD Machine
No Buying Leads, No Cold Calling – Fully Automated

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Global product, Global Business, the ONLY MLM for 2007
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Posted by Dennis Estelle at 1/31/2007 1:17 PM | View Comments (0) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
Why Do I need a web site?
Many small businesses such as cleaners, painters, actually any service type business is missing the boat today if they do not have a website.

I've been promoting the use of the web for small service businesses for a few years now.  They are a valuable tool for any business.

Times have changed, it is more common today for someone to search out a local service contractor in a search engine then it is for them to open the yellow pages.
Nothing elaborate is really called for.  A simple small web offering contact info, email and a presentation of the services the business offers.

This enables the business owner to advertise the URL of his business on all his ads, business cards etc.
Then as business grows or seasons change he can update his services and prices as he sees fit.

We have proven locally that yellowpage advertising is nothing but a black hole into which most of your profits can slip if you are not careful.  We offer specific strategies on our site concerning small business operations.

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Posted by Dennis Estelle at 1/31/2007 1:08 PM | View Comments (0) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
Selling? Dream of Getting millions of hits on your new website
I've been creating websites for a couple decades now.  I've read all the reports, books, articles...anything on the subject of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) available today.

I've "walked the walk" so to speak and can boast of having the majority of my sites listed within the top 10 in most of the search engines for keywords pertaining to their specific product lines.  It gives be great satisfaction to see them doing well in SE placements.

But as the years have gone by, this has become more and more of a challenge.  I love reading the advertisements of SEO companies promising to get your site listed within days, in top positions at that! 

Maybe you have thrown away some money in that direction?  In my opinion, most of these promises are nice stories.  When you face these people they'll meekly admit its all advertising.

Well, after doing tons of research and putting my ideas into practice, I've found ways to get my sites visited by thousands of Targeted Shoppers within a few days.

No miracles here.  Just Good old fashioned hard work, not to mention the thousands of dollars spent on research and testing.

Anyway, there are ways to get a new site profitable in a very short period of time.  We'll explain in future posts

Dennis Estelle – Home Based Business Support
Ecommerce, Ebay and Networking for 2007’

http://www.Mountain-websites.com

 

Grow ANY home business – Target LEAD Machine
No Buying Leads, No Cold Calling – Fully Automated

http://mountainwebs.getnetmlmprofits.com/

 

Global product, Global Business, the ONLY MLM for 2007
Take a 14 day FREE Trial
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Posted by Dennis Estelle at 1/30/2007 10:06 AM | View Comments (0) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
Ebay - a Bonanza for Starting Your Home Based Business
Ebay- Why?

I know...you hate ebay! 

You either already have been doing business on the web or just shop on ebay now and then and you find it confusing.  You've reached the conclusion that No One can be making any money there.

Well, I know exactly how you feel.  I developed and maintained many ecommerce sites on the web for years before even looking at ebay.  I was disgusted by the way it seemed ebay retailers "gave away" products, thus lowering my profit margin on big brand products.

Then I started looking at ebay from a different perspective and boy am I glad that I did.
Ebay has well over 86 MILLION registered users with thousands joining each day.

Think there might be a market there for your products or ideas?

Compare: Construct an ecommerce site carefully building with the search engines in mind.  Then wait months to see if all your hard work was worth it.  At best its a crap shoot if you even get listed in the big name searh engines today with old fashioned methods.

Then again, you can open an ebay user account, build an elementary storefront (or not) and place some of your products in eBay within 30 minutes.  If you follow some simple steps, you'll get visibility within an hour or so.  Over 86 MILLION possible customers viewing what you have to offer all within a couple hours.

This is why I've changed my focus in 2007 to help my customers launch ebay stores.  Faster income, faster growth and more ways to earn that second income that most families need today.

Dennis Estelle – Home Based Business Support
Ecommerce, Ebay and Networking for 2007’

http://www.Mountain-websites.com

 

Grow ANY home business – Target LEAD Machine
No Buying Leads, No Cold Calling – Fully Automated

http://mountainwebs.getnetmlmprofits.com/

 

Global product, Global Business, the ONLY MLM for 2007
Take a 14 day FREE Trial
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Posted by Dennis Estelle at 1/30/2007 9:48 AM | View Comments (0) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
Welcome to the Home Based Business Startup blog

Hello, Welcome to the new blog for mountain-websites.com

Introductions are in order.

 

I’m Dennis Estelle, the owner of www.mountain-websites.com.  Blogging seems like an ideal way to introduce our home based business support and to provide some personal history.

 

First, I’d like to say I’m attempting to fill a gap which seems to exist on the web.

 

I find the majority of small businesses on the web attempt to appear as large professional business organizations that have been in business for decades on the web.  Come on now…

 

Nice……but I think this tends to “leave behind” the average person just starting out.

I always have attempted to present our operations as straight forward as possible.

 

Despite the impression that most marketing sites project, there are thousands upon thousands of moms and dads who are starting out online with the intention of creating part-time income on the web.  They do have other sources of income or professions and have no intention of leaving them anytime soon.  They are seeking ways of contributing to their household income and/or looking for ways to learn what marketing on the web is really about.

 

I relate to these people since this actually reflects my roots in this business.

 

First and Foremost I’d like to reassure everyone…YES, regular “unlettered” men and woman can succeed today in building an online business.  You do not need any formal education but you do need a desire, some common sense, an ability to trust others and you do need a couple dollars to invest.  

 

HISTORY:

Back in the late 80’s and early 90’s I started out with my first support web named MLMer.com   I had been introduced to the world of network marketing and was attempting to make the transition of building the business online instead of the real world.

 

At one point I had achieved some success in forming relationships, building my MLM business, creating my support site and life was good.   But there were certain hurdles in building a MLM online that just could not be overcome.  *As days go by, you learn I’ve overcome this in 2007.

 

Anyway, I joined with several associates back then and we succeeded with a couple nutritional MLM’s, phone cards, long distance service and even Herbalife and Amway.   We learned we could build a base quite easily but motivating our downlines and filling the ranks of dropouts became the continued problem.  When it comes to their business meetings and pep rallies, that was another question.  I personally found them to be a waste of time other then serving as a vehicle to fill the pockets of a visibly greedy upline.   

 

At that point in the growth of the web, it seemed the technology simply wasn’t available to accomplish our business needs.

 

I broke off my MLM associations somewhere around 96 and started to focus on ecommerce. 

 

I formed a few new relationships and started up several successful retail sites.  I actually still maintain a few and they are still in the top ten for their specific fields in the major search engines. 

 

I also have managed to help several home based Service businesses start a web presence.  This has become a favorite area for me.  Due to the changes in personal habits today, the local Carpet Cleaner, Plumber or Painter can really benefit by having their own “Live” web brochure.  The importance of this will only increase as time goes by.

 

I have always been an advocate of creating multiple streams of income.  That by itself, can alienate one from the conservative network marketing pro.  I’ve learned the hard way that this is a necessity today.  But due to new advances in technology, it’s not difficult.  I’ll address this as time goes by.

 

A few years ago, I also started focusing on ebay as another tool to build traffic to my ecommerce sites.  This is another area that I’ve learned is a virtual gold mine today. 

 

That’s a fast rundown of my almost two decades of working on the web. 

 

Today, I’m focused on helping others startup home based businesses.  I’ve learned from the best.  Unlike 15 years ago, the internet tools and programs ARE in place today.  I’ll show you how to use them as we progress.

 

My goal is to help others startup a business and earn a decent income, full or part-time as quickly as possible.

 

 

Dennis Estelle – Home Based Business Support
Ecommerce, Ebay and Networking for 2007’

http://www.Mountain-websites.com

 

Grow ANY home business – Target LEAD Machine
No Buying Leads, No Cold Calling – Fully Automated

http://mountainwebs.getnetmlmprofits.com/

 

Global product, Global Business, the ONLY MLM for 2007
Take a 14 day FREE Trial
http://destelle1.successuniversity.com

 

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Posted by Dennis Estelle at 1/29/2007 6:50 AM | View Comments (0) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)