Issue 145One To Click On by JonWelcome to the new issue of Hit Exchange News! Hey everyone, do you remember Hit Exchange News? It's been a while since the last issue. I have been on the road to Toronto and then on to Baltimore for the Internet Marketing Main Event 2. That is no excuse for not sending out the weekly issue of H.E.N., for that I do apologize. I am back now (finally)! There does not seem to be any other 'road trips' to any seminars at least until the new year so I'm back, and ready to spread the news about the wonderful world of traffic exchanges! Thanks for reading this week's issue of Hit Exchange News!
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The HEN Top Ten results are based on traffic statistics (unique hits, traffic flow, hits delivered, traffic quality) and a touch of good old fashioned 'opinion'. The industry changes just like in the real world, so an exchange may not be on the list this week, but will be number 1 next week! Discuss this week's Top 10 list in the Net Marketing Forum! Enjoy this week's list!
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Deep Thoughts by Jon OlsonThe Guru's and the TE's I always get a kick out of going to these offline events. As many of you know, I attended quite a few this past year with the most recent being Mike Filsaime's Internet Marketing Main Event. I enjoy meeting new people, networking with other like minded individuals, and of course getting Jon Atwood's and Pat Lovell's theories on life (after a few beers). It's a great time, and you do learn lots of new things to help your business. That being said, the traffic exchanges are still this grey area when it comes to the other side of net marketing. Most of the guru's or whatever they want to be called this week, chalk traffic exchanges up as a waste of time. They basically say safelists and TE's are not worth the time and effort. Of course, these are the same blokes that are trying to sell you on a 15 page sales letter, so naturally, TE's are not a good place to push these kind of sites. In Baltimore, Mike Gartner of LinkCrews.com had a conversation with a fairly big name in the business. The 'big name' stated that he never used traffic exchanges and wouldn't even give them a second thought. I got a chuckle out of this because I remember this man's website being one of the most promoted sites in the TE's about 6 months ago. Funny, imagine that, i know of this guy because of the branding that he did in the TE's. But alas, they are useless according to the powers that be. So while some of the big names in the net marketing business won't be using TE's, I have got to thank people like Mark Joyner, Mike Filsaime and Gary Ambrose for not only owning their own traffic exchange in one form or another but still saying that TE's serve a purpose and can be very effective when used properly. Yup, I'm still waving the TE banner proudly! =)
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FYI by Pat MarcelloThe Colossal, Stupendous Pat Marcello Awards! Every week, I wonder what I'm going to write that you don't already know about traffic exchanges and using them effectively. This week? Hmm… I've decided… That this is the first Pat Marcello AWARDS for excellence and not-much excellence week. I may do it again. Then, I may not, but I've been noticing quality AND poor performance all over the place this week as I was surfing and it occurred to me that some exchanges really need a commendation, while others need a kick in the bum. Here goes: The award for smooth surfing and non-aggravation goes to (envelope, please)… Traffic Roundup! Stephen and Bobby have made surfing there fun and a total breeze. No framebreakers, no viruses, no problems. Kudos to you, guys. The award for the best game goes to… Web Centre Surf! If Simon knew how many times I've cussed him out for giving me a question I have no clue about, just when I'm at the 250 or 500 credit line, well… good job! You always make it interesting and intelligent. Bravo for intelligent fun! I now know that the flag of New Zealand has 4 stars and that Long John Silver's parrot was named Captain Flint and a whole bunch of other stuff that I missed in school. I was probably off writing in a corner at history (and geography) time, you realize. The award for the best new toolbar and best clean-up of aggravating sites in rotation goes to… TS25! This was really getting on my nerves, guys. Thanks for getting it together! The award for the most innovative site goes to… StartXchange! Tim has made some great changes and put in an active forum, where I've met some pretty cool people. He just keeps trying to make things better for his members all the time (even with that carpal tunnel problem). You go, Tim! The award for the "What Are You Thinking" program goes to… Safari Treasure! Paula is a great site owner and Hit Safari rocks, but didn't she have enough trouble with the autosurf crash of 2006? The award for the best customer service goes to… I Love Hits! Jon is very responsive when it comes to his members. (And no, he didn't pay me to write this.) But he's always happy to answer questions and fix problems, no matter what else he's doing. Nobody does it better. The award for the most underrated traffic exchange goes to… Advertising Know-How! I don't know about you, but I've gotten some of my best results there. Robert has a diamond and nobody seems to realize the power of the system as a whole. You can surf, build a list, publish articles, and more. Great exchange, and it should be rated in the big lists. The award for the site owners most full of the bull puckey goes to… Web Biz Insider and Top Surfer! I couldn't decide whether it was Matt or Stan who promised that their "best" offer was going away more times, when it never did. Come on, guys. We are not that dumb. The award for the busiest webmaster goes to… Rob Gehring and Mike Jeter! New owners of the Doug Williams Empire and 10Khits4Unow. I can't imagine how you're handling all of that (I never understood how Doug could do it, either), but you are, and my hat is off to you! And that's it for this time, folks. Just remember, I'm out there watchin'. Bwahahaha!!! You never know what I might type. Hmm… I think you should just upgrade me in every exchange that I mentioned free. Isn't that a great idea? Huh? No? Well, I tried. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
Pat Marcello is an avid surfer who expects results, just like you. You can see her blog with tips on using traffic exchanges at TrafficExchangeTips.com.
Program Review - Tutorials 4 NewbiesThis is such a cool little tool / service. Imagine a place where you can get step by step instructions on not only your favorite traffic exchanges, but safelists as well. Now imagine not only text instructions but full featured videos as well? Michel Lavergne has created such a program and while this is not completely finished yet, everything you need to give you the best tips online are there. From Max Traffic Pro to Ad Tactics, you will find some of the best information around, that Michel has compiled to give you great step by step tips. I know Michel and what he has got planned for this program is outstanding. Get ready to get the answers you have been looking for! Overall Rating: 4.5 Mouse Clicks (Rating out of 5.0) Have a look at Tutorials 4 Newbies by clicking the link! Things That Make You Go...Hmmm? (A 'Different' Look at the Industry!)
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