Important announcement

I hope you’re having a great day, and thank you for being a member of The IM Inside Track.

I started this site in July 2015, and see that there have been 856 posts made to the blog, which are, other than an introductory one way back then, either long informative articles on the core subjects of Internet marketing, or a bonus download for members. Most of the articles also have audio versions available.

The site has been a labor of love over the years, and I seem to recall that I originally promised there would be 3 to 5 articles posted each week.

For a while, I posted 6 or 7 times per week, so with 856, the average has been over 285 per year, or 5.5 per week.

But enough about statistics.

This site hasn’t been about profitability. In fact, most months it has failed in that regard.

At the peak, we had over 1100 active members. Now we are down to just over 400. A large part of the reason is that I haven’t actively marketed IMIT in recent years.

Many of the members joined in the beginning with annual subscriptions, in mid to late July 2015, and those subscriptions are due to renew soon.

The membership charge in the beginning was just $1.99 per month, which has risen a few times over the years, but just for new enrollees.

So I want to make a major announcement before renewals are charged.

In order to focus on other parts of my business going forward, I will be slowing down on the posting of new articles to the site.

I will continue to post the bonuses on Saturdays, like I have for quite a while.

And I will post other articles as they are written or extracted from content I’ve licensed.

It will just not be as frequent as in years past.

This new schedule will begin next week.

If you feel you are not receiving enough value from IMIT, or are unable to fully utilize the content inside, now would be a good time to terminate your membership, especially if you have an annual payment coming due later this month.
Most payments were through PayPal, so you can terminate your membership inside your account easily.

If you paid directly with a credit card, you might need to ask me to do the termination manually.

If you remain a member, I do still promise to deliver value that I think is above and beyond whatever price you’re paying.

The 856 (and growing) articles are still available, categorized neatly. I doubt if any member has accessed them all.

Even if you have, refreshing your memory from time to time can be beneficial.

And I can’t promise this, but I’m sure there will be surprises in store for active members going forward, including compilations of the existing articles by category, making it easier to download and read.

This decision has been on my mind for a considerable time, and I hated to take this step, but I feel it is only fair to be open and transparent, especially since the annual payments will be charged very soon.

Let me know if you have any questions, and again, thank you for being a member of The IM Inside Track.

Of course, the free Facebook group is still active and available to all, here:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/theiminsidetrack/

Have a spectacular day.

Dennis Becker, the 5 Buck Guy

His #1 Productivity Strategy of All Time

Have you ever noticed how people are so curious about what holds the “#1” position on lists?  Who’s the #1 running back of all-time?  What’s the #1 top weight loss tip?  Where’s the #1 best beach vacation deal?

No one has every asked me, “Jimmy, what’s your #27 productivity strategy.” J

People want to know what ranks at the top.  The best of the best.  Numero uno.  What I am going to share with you right now is without a doubt my #1 productivity strategy of all-time.

I’ve accomplished more with this strategy than anything else.  No exceptions.  Here it is in a nutshell…

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Harmony & Hustle

In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of responsibilities and obligations. The days can feel like a never-ending marathon, from work demands to family commitments. Amidst the chaos, it’s crucial to recognize the importance of self-care.

Neglecting our well-being can lead to burnout, less productivity, and even physical and mental health issues. Just as we prioritize tasks on our to-do list, we must also prioritize self-care to maintain balance and resilience in life’s challenges.

Learn more inside.

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Affiliate Email Marketing Checklist

One of the biggest affiliate marketing mistakes is to send traffic directly to a vendor page, which often results in wasting up to 99% of your traffic. Instead, what you need to do is get people on your list, build relationships, and close the sale via follow up emails. Here’s how to do it…

Create An Appealing Lead Magnet

Your lead magnet has two jobs:

#1, its job is to be appealing enough to convince prospects to exchange their email addresses to get access to the lead magnet.

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The First Impression Formula

This is a powerful 34 Page (7000 word) guide that teaches people how to make a good first impression: offline and online.

Sections Include:

  • Introduction
  • Why First Impressions Matter
  • Definition of First Impressions
  • Examples of First Impressions, Both Good and Bad
  • Importance of First Impressions
    • The Dangers of Getting It Wrong
    • The Benefits of Delivering a Good First Impression
  • Traditional First Impressions
    • Body Language
    • Verbal Communication
    • Appearance
  • Modern First Impressions
    • Online Presence – Social Media
      • What Does Your Profile Pic Look Like?
      • Clean up Your Profile Data
      • Be Careful about What You Share, It Defines You
      • Show up Consistently
      • Don’t Sell
        • Add a Signature File
        • Consider Two Different Email Accounts
        • Use Their Name

        • Email Communication

    •  Take the Time to Check Your Grammar, Punctuation, Spelling

    • Get to the Point
    • Respond Quickly
    • Ask for Their Communication Preference
  • Video Calls
    • Check the Sound Level
    • Preview Your Shot
    • Check Your Background
    • Be a Pro, Speak to the Camera and Not the Monitor
    • Don’t Forget the Mute Feature
    • Dress Appropriately, from Head to Toe
  • Conclusion

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Your First $1000 in Affiliate Commissions

I’m going to say something that might surprise you. If you can make $1000 in affiliate commissions, then you have the tools and know-how needed to make $100,000. So what do you need to do to make that first $1000? Just use this checklist…

Step 1: Pick a Profitable Product

If you want to hit the ground running, then you need to promote in-demand products that people are already buying. Here’s how to do that:

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