Social Networking At It's Best!!
Aren't we all. I had read some articles and ebooks about Building a Business Online for Free. That intrigued me and I took that as a challenge.
How well did it work? Not very!! It actually slowed my progress considerably. When I heard about Direct Matches and was invited to post a FREE profile to promote my Businesses, that was music to my ears.
I put a profile page up, after much trial and error. It wasn't very polished to say the least, but I put my picture in and my classifieds and proceeded to get very discouraged.
Nothing was happening and I couldn't figure out what to do. So I just forgot about it.
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One day, I received another invite to check Direct Matches out. Well, I was not too excited about the invite at first. But after discussing with David Young my frustrations, he proceeded to explain all about Direct Matches and how it really worked. He explained the opportunity and the resources available to me.
Yes, I could advertise for free, but I could also upgrade to Executive for $29.95 mo. and have access to even more resources. On top of that I could earn an incredible income. Dave offered to mentor me and help me to take full advantage of this opportunity.
What a difference it makes when you have someone to guide you thru the maze. Dave had a system and it had worked for him for 3 years. A proven and effective system.
I became a student. That is a key statement. When you find a mentor, it is important to pay attention and listen; follow the instructions and apply lots of action.
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To date, about 1 year later, my Direct Matches business looks so different. I am having fun and making money. I have learned to use the vast amount of tools here and I have a new mission.
That Mission, is to invite others to this wonderful Business and Resource; AND to help them and mentor them to be successful with it.
To date, we have, with the help of some awesome team members, built a large Team of Excited People around the World. We are having fun and earning income that keeps increasing each week.
JOIN us on this Journey as I share Tips and Ideas about how to Market and to Earn Income with Direct Matches.
Meet People And Earn Money!!
Things To Do To Maximize Your Account
Put Your Best Foot Forward
When you signup for your new Direct Matches Account, that is just the beginning.
Now you need to actually set-up your Profile Page.
First, Scroll down on the left side of your Profile Details Page and click on "add a community". You can eventually set-up several communities, but First....select.... "Business Network".
Submit.
Now.... you are taken to a page with lots of boxes.
Check off all that could possible apply to you. These are keywords, that will help people find you.
Now put in a Website URL to something you would like to market or promote with your new site.
Put your phone number in and a skype username, if you have one. I highly recommend you download skype if you don't already have one. It is Free. Go to Skype.com and download the free software.
This is an excellent communication device for building your Team.
Now you need a short, catchy saying. Something inspiring or something about your venture.
You are almost done, but not quite. Next is a box to write your narrative....Your About You Section.
At the bottom of this section is a number 2000. That little box has to say 1800 or less for you to save and keep this profile. You can add to this later.
As you write this Narrative, keep in mind what Social Networking or Relationship Marketing is all about. Making Friends. Building Relationships. It isn't about sell, sell, sell.
Let people get to know who you are. People like to do business with people they know, like, and trust. Don't be obscure. Let them know your name and where you are from. Are you married? What are your hobbies and interests? Anything someone could identify with and find a common interest.
This is not the section to sell your business opportunity or products. This is the section to "Brand Yourself".
Now hit submit. You now have a Profile page. But you aren't finished yet.
Go to the top of the page....click on "MyProfile".
One of the MOST IMPORTANT things you need to add to your Profile Page is your Photo.
People like to see who they are working with. Also very few will even look at your profile page if you don't have a photo. This is so KEY.
Now you are Done. Almost.... :)
Actually there is much more you can do, just take it a step at a time. Let your sponsor help you or your sponsor's sponsor. Most of the people you find on Direct Matches are more than willing to help you. Don't be afraid to ask.
You can now click on Theme and add wallpaper, backgrounds, colors schemes, change the fonts and font colors. This is what makes your profile page stand out from all the others and makes it attractive.
Your Profile is looking good now. You have a smoking site. Now make it work for you.
Add your classifieds, blogs, graphics, banners, audio, and videos.
The News Section is probably your most versitile section as you can use HTML in it.
Now go to the Forum and introduce yourself. You can leave a link in your signature line.
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Now you are all dressed up, but what do you do now???
You need traffic, you need people looking at your profile. How do you do that???
Direct Matches is a huge community of business/entrepreneurs. People that are like-minded. They have a variety of needs and interest.
They will be contacting you asking you to approve them as a contact.
Approve them all. These are so valuable to you. This is your traffic. This is your market. This is your List.
Now you may be a little overwhelmed with all the emails at first as some people just don't understand that this is a relationship buildng business and they will just try to bombard you with advertising. Join my business, buy my product, etc.
That is like asking someone to Marry you and you haven't even been introduced.
When they send you these blatant ads, just thank them for the information and let them know your plate is full.
Direct Matches, The Business Social Network
Zero-Cost Business Networking & Advertising
Zero-Cost Business Networking & AdvertisingBusiness Owners and Internet Marketers can advertise their Company, Product, or Service for free as part of DirectMatches' online matchmaking service.
Through its comprehensive, free profile system, DirectMatches is able to offer a powerful forum for professionals from every industry to advertise their business, product, or service to thousands of members!
Professionals and Business Owners can join for free and post their comprehensive business profile.
To register for a free business profile, visit:
Register For Your Free Profile
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Testimonials:
After spending more money than I made in networking, I have finally found a business that I can make a steady residual income. Following a simple system and teaching others to do the same equals fantastic results. I have met so many nice people and we are working together as a team, utilizing all the great features Directmatches offers. I am excited to be part of Directmatches and I share the opportunity with everyone I come in contact with.
David Young
Vancouver, Canada
"I first signed up to DirectMatches for the purpose of promoting a home-based business that I had been working with for about 6 months. After signing up as a free member, I immediately started getting responses from individuals. They were calling and emailing me in surprising numbers. When my free trial membership was up, I didn't immediately upgrade, but I kept getting calls and emails. I thought, 'If I'm making all these contacts as a free member, I wonder what would happen if I upgraded to Executive Status.' That's exactly what I did.
Long story short...DirectMatches was so much easier to promote, that I took it on as my fulltime internet based business. And I'm glad I did. After 4 months, my residual income has already started to kick in and I'm meeting some great people.
I pray that God continues to bless DirectMatches as it continues to be a blessing to it's members. -Ande Thomas
Ande Thomas
Upper Marlboro, MD
"I love DirectMatches." I enjoy being part of DirectMatches more than any other MLM organization I have been in. The concept of DirectMatches is so unique...it's what sets it apart from all the rest. Focusing on business people, who are entrepreneurs and open to new ideas, is a real plus.
I got my start when my sponsor, Howard Winwood, answered one of my online business advertisements and shared with me the concept of DirectMatches. He explained how I could advertise on this site for free and thousands would see the profile. Once I signed up, the system began to show me how upgrading would provide residual income. I'm a businessperson, so this caught my attention. I have not been sorry I upgraded, because the system really works!
In the nine months I've been associated with DirectMatches, I've seen greater growth and greater returns than in all the years I spent with other MLM companies. And it's fun, too! I've met some wonderful people and built an online MLM organization at the same time. It's great! -June Guisto
June Guisto
Beaufort, SC
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- Zero-Cost Business Networking & Advertising
Zero-Cost Business Networking & Advertising
Business Owners and Internet Marketers can advertise their Company, Product, or Service for free as part of DirectMatches' online matchmaking service.
Through its comprehensive, free profile system, DirectMatches is able to offer a powerful forum for professionals from every industry to advertise their business, product, or service to thousands of members!
Professionals and Business Owners can join for free and post their comprehensive business profile.
To register for a free business profile, visit:
Register For Your Free Profile
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- Johnson3Navy Johnson3Navy Sep 4, 2008 @ 1:17 pm
- Kathy!
Thank you so much for being so willing to share your DirectMatches story with all of us. It truely is a great place to network.
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- DebiJones DebiJones Aug 26, 2008 @ 12:35 am
- Hey Kathy!
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- Barbara da Kiwi Barbara da Kiwi Aug 15, 2008 @ 12:35 pm
- You are awesome Kathy... so talented, so patient, and an inspiration to all the lives that you touch. You don't seem to need much sleep either...lol...I wish I could stay alert and awake like you can. Oh well I will just have to try and practice..yeah rite..as if that is ever going to happen.
I am honoured to be counted amongst your friends.
Nui aroha
Barbara
P.S. Ka kite ano
translation...Nui aroha...much love...Ka kite ano...see you later.
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- Dave Forever Young Dave Forever Young Aug 15, 2008 @ 12:35 pm
- Hi Kathy,
You are absolutely marvellous. Great information that you have shared with us, and we all appreciate you for sharing and caring.
Best of success,
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