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lil_Magic07
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#1 · Posted: 1 Feb 2008 14:43
I know a little of the basics but I want to learn about all of these things and master them. Where should I go or do?
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#2 · Posted: 1 Feb 2008 18:03
Hi lil_Magic07,
You browse forums. Ask questions on forums. Read blogs. Do internet searches. You read books. If absolutely necessary, you purchase a make money online program.
But understand that the things you've asked about are only a part of it. It helps to know html, graphics programs, color theory, page layout theory, business, taxes, etc. Marketing is what you do once you have mastered the other things first.
This forum is a good place to ask questions. I'm sure others will turn you on to some good programs if that is what you are looking for.
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lil_Magic07
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#3 · Posted: 1 Feb 2008 21:16
but most people are not talking about how to start learning all of those subjects from step one, they are already doing them or trying to improve, and when I search for answers I get lost. I know a little PPC but Adwords, Adsense and SEO is where I need some tutoring. There has to be some kind of tutorial for these things.
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lil_Magic07
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#4 · Posted: 4 Feb 2008 16:15
anyone?
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happywife
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#5 · Posted: 4 Feb 2008 17:05
Quoting: lil_Magic07 but most people are not talking about how to start learning all of those subjects from step one, they are already doing them or trying to improve, and when I search for answers I get lost. I know a little PPC but Adwords, Adsense and SEO is where I need some tutoring. There has to be some kind of tutorial for these things.
I wonder - have you tried googling it like "Learning Adsense + free tutorial" and such? You can play around with search terms like that and maybe pick up something.
Personally, I learned just about everything I know (may not be much, but it is enough) about all of those subjects you listed through the program I use to build my sites. They have it all laid out step by step as you need it.
Before I landed with them I was completely confused and overwhelmed. I don't mean to contradict Newbie Shield, but I didn't understand any of that stuff he mentioned before I got started. I really didn't have a keen desire to learn it either.  I wanted to learn just what I needed to earn some online income without all the conflicting info. I was finding that was way over my head anyway.
Perhaps I would do 'better' faster if I new more of the technical stuff, but I highly doubt it. The main thing I think I should have done better is linking my site visitors from my page to the appropriate product page rather than just the appropriate site (for affiliate marketing). I suspect I would have I much higher conversion rate if I had understood how to do that properly the first time around. (That was more my own fault for wanting to hurry up the process rather than taking the time to get it right).
Anyway, back on the subject.  You can find tutorials for a lot of things for free. I know Google has plenty of stuff on their Adsense and Adwords sections to help you out. I'm just thankful I had someone else put it in simple words I could understand and follow.
I knew with SBI that they were going to be teaching me the right info. without trying to "pitch a sale" to me. Once you are "in" with them, they really try to make you succeed without trying to continually sell you more. At least that has been my experience.
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#6 · Posted: 4 Feb 2008 18:18
lil_Magic07 & HappyWife,
HappyWife: I don't mind if you contradict me. That's what forums are for - opinions. Feel free to offer an opinion that contradicts mine any time you wish.
lil_Magic07: The first task is to read through earlier forum threads right here on the forums. Look in the folders and spend a few days reading things.
This will help you with completing a big part of your second task: Understanding what is involved or what the main components are in online marketing.
The third task is to ask questions about the major components. You can also do online searches about those components and read books about them. Some you can get at the library for free, some you may want to buy.
The fourth task is to make sure you know all of the main components and then continue to learn more about them. You may take HappyWife's advice and join SiteBuildIt or you might buy Profit Lance, Honest Riches, or join Wealthy Affiliate.
Each program has a different price and pricing plan. Each program is slightly better in some areas than others. Ask questions to learn more about the available programs.
Good luck
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happywife
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#7 · Posted: 4 Feb 2008 18:28
Quoting: Newbie Shield HappyWife: I don't mind if you contradict me. That's what forums are for - opinions. Feel free to offer an opinion that contradicts mine any time you wish.
I said that tongue in cheek. I knew you wouldn't care, my friend. 
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dmitch31
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#8 · Posted: 5 Feb 2008 13:58
There are a lot of free resources out there. You just have to spend time looking for them, doing Google searches etc. Also, there are a few videos on YouTube. I can't really recommend any specific free site, however, because I am a Wealthy Affiliate member, and I just use that. You might consider a Wealthy Affiliate membership, but there is a monthly fee. The advantage is you don't have to search the web. It's just laid out there for you.
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