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Many people start an online business and expect it to be profitable instantly. The is not going to
happen. Internet businesses are similar to brick and mortar businesses where there is work to be
done and most businesses do not turn a profit for three years. Does that happen to an online
business? Yes, it does happen and no not always. That wasn't a good answer. Well it is true. Just
because you start an online business it doesn't mean you will see online profits immediately.
Many things need accomplished first before your online business is profitable. Here a four keys to
online profits that you need to take note of and write them down. Keep them close as you go
through your startup process on the internet.
Key # 1 - Focus heavily on your niche research. I cannot stress enough what researching a
profitable niche means to a successful online business. I read somewhere where one of the
successful internet marketers said that failure to do your research on your chosen niche could cost
you your business idea.
You can have an absolutely wonderful idea for a business, money to start the business, and
motivation but if you do not have paying customers you have "NO" business. That is why it is very
important to research your niche market for potential paying customers. A niche with paying
customers will increase your online profits.
Key #2 - Market, market, market your niche. Do you remember the show about baseball when
Kevin Costner was told, "build it and they will come". That is not true in an internet business. You
can build your website however, that does not mean people will come.
Marketing is the second key to a successful online business. There are many ways to market your
internet business. You can pay to market your business, do it yourself free, joint venture with
someone, or use traditional methods to market your online business.
I listed four ways but there are many more. Do a search on the internet on how to market your
online business and see what others are doing. Do you have to do the same thing? No, do what is
best for your business. If you have to hire someone to market, your business do that. Your online
profits will explode from a good marketing plan for you internet business. You can find more
information on marketing an internet business by reading the eBook "Niche Business Secrets
Revealed".
Key # 3 - Provide exceptional customer service during and after the sell. Customers will become
repeat customers if you provide them with great customer service. How many times have you
eaten in a restaurant that screwed up your order? I have and I am sure you have too.
2. However, the server provided exceptional customer service by not making excuses, apologizing,
keeping a positive and light attitude, checking on me frequently until my corrected order was
served. Then they followed up to see how my order was and if there was anything else, they could
get for me. On top of that the manager came out with a complimentary dessert, bottle of wine, or
whatever. I could have written them off because of that experience but everyone makes a mistake
but how they handle the customer counts. I am still a repeat customer at that restaurant to this
day.
Exceptional customer service not only when something is wrong but also when you get it right will
help you increase your online profits from repeat customers. Remember the saying that if one
customer walks out unhappy about customer service they tell ten more people. Can you imagine
your profits from positive feedback.
Key #4 - Form a repeatable plan that works and brings online profits. Stick with your plan that has
worked and change it as needed based on your niche market, your profits, and other indicators
that factor into your business. If something doesn't work, stop beating a dead horse and get rid of
it. You can take your plan and repeat it over and over again to start more successful internet
business that contribute to your online profits.
The keys explained above are finding a profitable niche, marketing successfully to your niche
market, treat your customers, as you would want to be treated, and repeat this successful plan
repeatedly. These are the keys to your online profits.
Pat Turman is a successful mid-level manager and internet entrepreneur. She co-owned and
operated a quarter million dollar e-retail store selling golf equipment for women, runs numerous
online businesses, and manages a company with revenues of in the millions of dollars. She holds
a BBA from an accredited University and numerous awards and certificates. To learn more about
creating a profitable niche business on the internet go to
http://www.nichebusinesssecretsrevealed.com for information on a systematic guide to starting a
niche business from start to finish.
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