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		<title>Mobile Marketing &#8211; The Best Way of Brand Promotion</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 07 Mar 2010 06:18:18 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Mobile Marketing]]></category>
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Mobile marketing is a great way of marketing products or services of a company. It is in fact a new way of marketing a brand. In the recent years this form of marketing has gained immense popularity. Advertisers are making great use of this marketing tool to promote their brand.
Businesses and organizations of all kinds [...]]]></description>
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<p>Mobile marketing is a great way of marketing products or services of a company. It is in fact a new way of marketing a brand. In the recent years this form of marketing has gained immense popularity. Advertisers are making great use of this marketing tool to promote their brand.</p>
<p>Businesses and organizations of all kinds are making use of mobile marketing technique to promote their products or services. This marketing tool is in great demand nowadays. It has been an established fact that advertisers are making the best use of this tool for brand promotion and are experiencing huge profits.</p>
<p>Nowadays it is not more the traditional ways of marketing that are in great demand amongst the advertisers. Although TV, radio, newspapers, kiosks, hoardings do play a role in promoting a brand but these mediums do not have that impact as mobile devices are now having on the businesses.</p>
<p>With advancement of technology and communication, up-to-date gadgets are being used for brand promotion. However, it is not only the mobile phones that are used nowadays as a marketing tool. Email marketing has also become popular as a marketing tool in the recent years. But if you compare the two different tools of marketing, you will see that mobile marketing is undoubtedly a more popular one amongst advertisers than email marketing.</p>
<p>Mobile marketing isn&#8217;t possible without the device of mobile phones. In fact mobile phones are a must for this type of marketing. Without the use of mobile phones mobile marketing is simply impossibility. Mobile phones are not used thus used for communication purpose only they are also used in marketing field.</p>
<p>Marketing through mobile phones have become very popular with increasing rise to Short Message Service (SMS). This service has become popular in early 2000 in few parts of Asia as well as in Europe when different businesses started to collect the phone numbers and send wanted content to their target customers. This is very essential. It is important to send the promotional SMS to the targeted clients if not send to targeted clients the SMS might be deleted by others. So, it&#8217;s important to understand first who the targeted clients are before sending the clients SMS in bulk.</p>
<p>In the recent past years Short Message Service has become an advertising channel in many parts of world. You will find mobile phones in hands of almost all people. The best part about this device is that the mobile consumers can carry them at any part of the world. So, whenever the advertiser sends the message there is someone or the other to receive the message instantly. The receiver if finds the message to be useful may contact the sender in future and if the customer doesn&#8217;t find the message to be of any help then he/she may delete the message immediately.</p>
<p>Advertisers mostly make use of this mode of SMS for promoting their brand. So, SMS is a great mode of mobile marketing. Make use of it and have the benefit.</p></div>
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		<title>What Mobile Marketing Can Do For You</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Mar 2010 23:57:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Mobile Marketing]]></category>
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How many people do you know without a cell phone? Within our technologically savvy environment, for most people that number is probably close to zero. Given the changing trends of society, where people are reminded to turn their mobile devices off in a movie theatre, the concept and implementation of mobile marketing becomes more and [...]]]></description>
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<p>How many people do you know without a cell phone? Within our technologically savvy environment, for most people that number is probably close to zero. Given the changing trends of society, where people are reminded to turn their mobile devices off in a movie theatre, the concept and implementation of mobile marketing becomes more and more relevant everyday. What better way to get a message out to a niche audience than through a device that people carry with them twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week? Just as cell phones, BlackBerrys, and iPhones keep us connected to people across the globe, they also provide a new avenue for businesses to garner customers and attract a targeted group of consumers. Therefore, businesses should and inevitably will embrace this innovative concept of mobile marketing, realizing that the possibilities are endless as it will certainly play a pivotal role in the future of marketing and advertising.</p>
<p>In today&#8217;s media saturated world, businesses are constantly looking for a viable outlet to attract their target consumers. Over the last decade, traditional media forms such as newspapers and magazines have become less popular among the masses, and by extension, a less formidable way to advertise. According to a recent M:Metrics report, the average person sees more advertisements in one day than people of 50 years ago saw in a lifetime, severely desensitizing consumers and destroying the marketing effect. Additionally, the widespread use of DVR devices such as TiVo has weakened the impact of television ads, while pop-up and banner blockers have diluted web ads. So how are businesses supposed to promote their product or service? The simple answer: mobile marketing. Unlike the more traditional forms of advertising, mobile marketing is able to bypass common hold-ups and reach an attentive audience, anywhere at anytime.</p>
<p>Given the current situation, mobile marketing offers a solution to many of the marketing woes mentioned above. According to the Mobile Marketing Association (MMA), &#8220;three in four mobile phone users text message at least occasionally.&#8221; Over 525 million text messages are sent each day. Therefore, mobile marketing opens the door to an extremely large group of consumers that can be targeted by specific demographics. A further advantage mobile marketing presents compared to more traditional forms of advertising is its ability to generate interaction with the consumer, which ultimately increases brand recognition. Instead of simply reading or watching an ad, users can actively participate by playing games, voting via text message, and interacting in a number of other ways. This idea of interaction also makes it possible to measure an ad&#8217;s impact more effectively.</p>
<p>Although still a new technology, many are finding that the benefits of mobile marketing far outweigh any risks. Those that adopt mobile marketing solutions can build a vast database of interested consumers that can be contacted instantly. Imagine spending advertising dollars on a campaign that immediately reaches your targeted audience and bypasses the disinterested, saving time, money, and headaches. With mobile marketing, all this is possible. Businesses are not forced to waste valuable money and resources on an audience that will never have any interest in the brand&#8217;s product or service. Say a local restaurant was having a slow night and decided to text all those registered in their database with a coupon to come in that evening. Instead of spending valuable time and money to print a coupon amd put the ad in a newspaper (where the majority of people will simply ignore it), that restaurant could immediately have direct access to thousands customers. Mobile marketing with a company such as EnMobile offers direct and instant access to a business&#8217;s prime audience.</p>
<p>Overall, mobile marketing represents the new age of marketing and advertising. As people adopt new technologies such as text messaging into their daily routines, businesses should look at how they can capitalize on this current craze, which shows no signs of slowing down. Incorporating a mobile marketing campaign into one&#8217;s business strategy has numerous positive benefits that traditional platforms do not offer. If a business is looking to expand to the next level, they should seriously consider a mobile marketing campaign.</p></div>
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		<title>Increase sales with Great Customer Support</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:03:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Customer support]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[You can boost your sales figures by providing outstanding customer support.
That might seem like a bold claim, considering the fact that people have already made their purchase before customer service really ever enters the picture, but it’s true.  Here’s why.
First, it cuts down on refunds.  That means you don’t lose sales you already had.
Second, it [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="tweetmeme_button" style="float: right; margin-left: 10px;"><a href="http://api.tweetmeme.com/share?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmanagedmarketingmix.com%2Fblog%2Fincrease-sales-with-great-customer-support%2F"><img src="http://api.tweetmeme.com/imagebutton.gif?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmanagedmarketingmix.com%2Fblog%2Fincrease-sales-with-great-customer-support%2F" height="61" width="51" /></a></div><p>You can boost your sales figures by providing outstanding customer support.</p>
<p>That might seem like a bold claim, considering the fact that people have already made their purchase before customer service really ever enters the picture, but it’s true.  Here’s why.</p>
<p>First, it cuts down on refunds.  That means you don’t lose sales you already had.</p>
<p>Second, it builds your credibility.  That increases the chances of having future projects turn into successes.  Word travels fast about great service and if you’re providing it, you will see an increase in business.</p>
<p>Third, good customer support provides you with a unique opportunity to hear directly from “the horse’s mouth”.  That connection to your customers can help you to improve the product (thus increasing sales).  It can also spur some great ideas for future projects.</p>
<p>Getting the picture?  Customer service isn’t just about dealing with what comes after you collect your money.  It’s about making more money, and protecting the sales  you’ve already logged.  It’s a great way to improve your bottom line.</p>
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		<title>Why the Web is Perfect for MLMers</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 23:50:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[MLM Marketing]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[If a multi-level marketer wanted to come up with the perfect tool to enhance her or his business, that tool would probably end up looking a lot like the Internet.
You see, MLM is all about forging and maintaining good personal relationships.  The Internet is a great way to do that.  It’s a communication tool that [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="tweetmeme_button" style="float: right; margin-left: 10px;"><a href="http://api.tweetmeme.com/share?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmanagedmarketingmix.com%2Fblog%2Fwhy-the-web-is-perfect-for-mlmers%2F"><img src="http://api.tweetmeme.com/imagebutton.gif?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmanagedmarketingmix.com%2Fblog%2Fwhy-the-web-is-perfect-for-mlmers%2F" height="61" width="51" /></a></div><p>If a multi-level marketer wanted to come up with the perfect tool to enhance her or his business, that tool would probably end up looking a lot like the Internet.</p>
<p>You see, MLM is all about forging and maintaining good personal relationships.  The Internet is a great way to do that.  It’s a communication tool that provides you with a global reach and a chance to share your message with others in a way that will help your business.</p>
<p>Not interested in banging the phones all day?  Drop a few emails instead.  It’s incredibly efficient and can produce results.</p>
<p>And what about using the web to help prospects find you?  That’s a greats s\approach that can produce some amazing results.</p>
<p>If we didn’t have the Internet already, the people who are engaged in MLM would need to invent it.  What a powerful tool! MLM is a communication-driven business and the Internet provides some of the best ways to forge relationships.</p>
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		<title>Three Reasons to Love MLM</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 27 Feb 2010 23:42:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Multi-level marketing can be a fantastic opportunity.  Let’s take a quick look at three reasons why so many people love direct marketing with such passion.
First, multi-level marketing (MLM) gives you a low-cost opportunity to start your own business.  Involving yourself in most programs isn’t cost-prohibitive.
Second, MLM offers monumental profit potential.  When you see those people [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="tweetmeme_button" style="float: right; margin-left: 10px;"><a href="http://api.tweetmeme.com/share?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmanagedmarketingmix.com%2Fblog%2Fthree-reasons-to-love-mlm%2F"><img src="http://api.tweetmeme.com/imagebutton.gif?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmanagedmarketingmix.com%2Fblog%2Fthree-reasons-to-love-mlm%2F" height="61" width="51" /></a></div><p>Multi-level marketing can be a fantastic opportunity.  Let’s take a quick look at three reasons why so many people love direct marketing with such passion.</p>
<p>First, <a href="http://managedmarketingmix.com/blog/spotting-top-of-the-line-mlm-programs/" target="_self">multi-level marketing</a> (MLM) gives you a low-cost opportunity to start your own business.  Involving yourself in most programs isn’t cost-prohibitive.</p>
<p>Second, MLM offers monumental profit potential.  When you see those people who live on the beach in big homes and who drive great cars, don’t dismiss it as exaggeration.  People really do make fortunes in MLM.</p>
<p>Third, MLM is one business that almost anyone can take a stab at.  You don’t need a special degree, training or certification.  All you need is a willingness to learn the ropes and to take action.  If you have those in place, you can make your run at MLM.</p>
<p>MLM has its critics, but those people are generally fed up with bad individual programs, not with the direct marketing model.  Don’t confuse the two.  MLM can be a really fulfilling and profitable part of your life.</p>
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		<title>Building Affiliate Marketing Websites The Easy Way</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:50:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are some myths in affiliate marketing, which attract a lot of people to it believing they are true. First is they think managing an online business is easy and second, they think that one can make a fortune through online marketing in an instant. Probably not even 10% of those who are into affiliate [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="tweetmeme_button" style="float: right; margin-left: 10px;"><a href="http://api.tweetmeme.com/share?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmanagedmarketingmix.com%2Fblog%2Fbuilding-affiliate-marketing-websites-the-easy-way%2F"><img src="http://api.tweetmeme.com/imagebutton.gif?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmanagedmarketingmix.com%2Fblog%2Fbuilding-affiliate-marketing-websites-the-easy-way%2F" height="61" width="51" /></a></div><p>There are some myths in affiliate marketing, which attract a lot of people to it believing they are true. First is they think managing an online business is easy and second, they think that one can make a fortune through online marketing in an instant. Probably not even 10% of those who are into affiliate marketing became rich overnight. There may be some who fortunately achieved overwhelming success in just a short span of time after setting up an affiliate program, but not a majority of them can confidently say they only had luck. Anyone who is successful in this kind of business would say he worked hard to get to where he is right now. Success in affiliate marketing takes time and hard work, but it&#8217;s worth it.</p>
<p>If you are planning to start an affiliate program, one of the things you have to consider is having your own <a href="http://siteprofitbot.com/?aff_id=8965" target="_blank">website</a>, not just an ordinary website but a professional looking one. How do you build an affiliate marketing website? What are the easy steps to build one? First, you must have already decided on the theme or niche of your website. It would be better if you already have an idea what products or services to promote as this would help you plan the design and lay-out of your web pages. The next thing to do is to choose a domain name and get it hosted. The domain name is a unique name used to label the actual address of your website on the Internet.  In deciding what domain name to register, look into the type of products you are endorsing and the theme of your site. Having the right keywords in your domain name would give you better chances of drawing more visitors to your website. Also, choose a top level domain or extension, such as .com because it is more popular. In selecting your web host, consider the security of servers and up time guarantees.</p>
<p>Now, you can start creating your webpages. Don&#8217;t be disheartened when you know a little in this field. There are page generation tools and fast launch sites available online; you just have to search for them. Countless online sources could help you build an affiliate <a href="http://www.xsitepro.com/index_r.html?p=Dozer-1&amp;a=ppc1" target="_blank">marketing website</a>, though you might need time to study and learn the whole process. This is one of the reasons why your site or the products you are going to promote must match your interest. Building your marketing website for the first time would be a lot more fun if you know very well the theme of your site. If you don&#8217;t have time to make your own website, you can use templates or purchase readily available websites. The latter, however, is a more expensive option.   Creating an affiliate website on your own would be cheaper and more interesting. In the process of building your website, you may also increase your knowledge in Information Technology and the use of computers, softwares and the Internet. As you educate yourself in these fields, you are increasing your advantage against other affiliate marketers. It helps a lot, though, if you already know the basics in web page development like programming languages and graphics softwares because you can make your site extra corporate-looking, more convenient to use or easier to navigate. Furthermore, if you are knowledgeable and skillful in this area, you can already concentrate more on the content of the page rather than the design.</p>
<p>The key to draw visitors to your website is to have high quality content; thus, the next thing you must pay attention to in building your marketing website is this. There may be several other factors that contribute to the success of your affiliate marketing site, but a good content tops the list. This is precisely the reason why users choose to enter your site. They want to get information and so when they don&#8217;t find it, they would definitely go elsewhere. Write interesting articles related to your theme as this would make them frequent your site. If you have already looked for affiliate programs that complement your site, add links to the business sites and other very good informative sites. Links contribute to how well you will be listed in major search engines as well. Also, create pages for the products you are endorsing, but don&#8217;t just promote the products by putting hyped-up ads. Keep your readers interested by injecting lots of relevant and useful information. This would make them click the link to the business site and buy the product. Remember that no good content means no frequent visitors, no sales and ultimately, no commission.</p>
<p>Make your site simple yet not without a touch of class in order to make it appear more of a business website rather than a personal website. This would be pleasing to the eyes and more interesting to browse. To help you with the design, you can check some successful online stores to get an idea on how you can make your site look better. Make sure you don&#8217;t place too many banner ads since these could distract some site users; and thus, instead of clicking your ad, they might just leave your site and look for other interesting websites. After all, banner ads are not the only means of advertising your products. Now your website is complete, submit its URL to major search engines to increase your traffic.</p>
<p>Grow from where you started. Learn about use of keywords for search engine optimization and apply them in your content. Update your site regularly or add new webpages. Make sure to inform your prospects about the latest updates in your site. You can use newsletters to accomplish this. The Internet offers a huge source of information about just anything, make use of it. Continue to educate yourself on how to improve your website and soon you&#8221;ll find yourself successful in affiliate marketing.</p>
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		<title>The Latest Internet Marketing Buzz: Continuity</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Feb 2010 08:55:49 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Continuity was amongst the Internet marketing’s buzzes last year and involvement in the concept undoubtedly remains even today.  There is an explanation why individuals get too charged and excited about Continuity.  Of course, it is a certified moneymaker.
We’re talking regarding purchases that feature repeat billing.  The client could pay, for instance, twenty bucks to induce [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="tweetmeme_button" style="float: right; margin-left: 10px;"><a href="http://api.tweetmeme.com/share?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmanagedmarketingmix.com%2Fblog%2Fthe-latest-internet-marketing-buzz-continuity%2F"><img src="http://api.tweetmeme.com/imagebutton.gif?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmanagedmarketingmix.com%2Fblog%2Fthe-latest-internet-marketing-buzz-continuity%2F" height="61" width="51" /></a></div><p>Continuity was amongst the Internet marketing’s buzzes last year and involvement in the concept undoubtedly remains even today.  There is an explanation why individuals get too charged and excited about Continuity.  Of course, it is a certified moneymaker.</p>
<p>We’re talking regarding purchases that feature repeat billing.  The client could pay, for instance, twenty bucks to induce access the product or service and can then be billed twenty greenbacks for every additional month.  Over the course of a year, that single purchase can be worth so much more than what the marketer most likely may’ve received on a 1-time sale.</p>
<p>Clearly, this model features a few limitations.  It won’t work for every quite product and there’s continually that risk that the subscription side of the billing can scare away some potential customers.  In several situations, but, it’s a great method to maximize earnings.</p>
<p>Whether or not continuity structures are appropriate for your situation depends largely on your unique approach.  Nonetheless, the model is definitely deserving of real thought by any Web marketer.  If your product couples flawlessly with a continuity system, it would possibly be the best method to maximize your profits to the fullest.</p>
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		<title>Home-Based Jobs: An Attractive Option Given Today&#8217;s Economy</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Feb 2010 08:47:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[As you can see in the news and as you can experience in the market, the economy is having a lot more turmoil than usual.  Times are hard for a ton of individuals and specialists tell us that this international economic lag will go on for a while.  Individuals are losing their jobs, the future [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="tweetmeme_button" style="float: right; margin-left: 10px;"><a href="http://api.tweetmeme.com/share?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmanagedmarketingmix.com%2Fblog%2Fhome-based-jobs-an-attractive-option-given-todays-economy%2F"><img src="http://api.tweetmeme.com/imagebutton.gif?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmanagedmarketingmix.com%2Fblog%2Fhome-based-jobs-an-attractive-option-given-todays-economy%2F" height="61" width="51" /></a></div><p>As you can see in the news and as you can experience in the market, the economy is having a lot more turmoil than usual.  Times are hard for a ton of individuals and specialists tell us that this international economic lag will go on for a while.  Individuals are losing their jobs, the future is unsure, business enterprises that have been the models of success are scrambling to survive.</p>
<p>It appears like a dangerous time to strike out on your own with a new business idea, huh?  Not at all.  This would possibly be the best potential time.</p>
<p>First, consider the actual fact that difficulties create opportunities.  All of these struggles are leading folks to hunt out info and ideas to help them.  You&#8217;ll be able to be the supplier.</p>
<p>Additionally, the changing economy has destroyed the traditional concept of job security.  Running your own show might seem a very little risky, however it’s not appreciably additional risky than sticking with a traditional employer right now.</p>
<p>Besides, great concepts and well-oiled operations will certainly succeed in any climate and in any economic mood.  Do not let the general economic picture bar your way as you attempt for something more improved.  This economy makes working from home with your own business the perfect decision.</p>
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		<title>EBooks: Testing the market part 6</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2010 08:41:09 +0000</pubDate>
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The final part of a series of 6 covers general tips for testing your ebooks subject matter. I talk about subjects such as gathering information about your ebook topic, who is going to buy the ebook etc.
Copyright &#169; 2010 Managed Marketing Mix. This Feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading [...]]]></description>
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<p><span>The final part of a series of 6 covers general tips for testing your ebooks subject matter. I talk about subjects such as gathering information about your ebook topic, who is going to buy the ebook etc.</span></p>
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		<title>EBooks: Testing the market part 5</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:19:15 +0000</pubDate>
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In this part of the series we look at Price testing your ebook. I use google adwords and what I&#8217;ve found in part 4 to accomplish this.
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<p>In this part of the series we look at Price testing your ebook. I use google adwords and what I&#8217;ve found in part 4 to accomplish this.</p>
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