Saturday, November 22, 2008

Craigslist Marketing Gone Wild And How to Tame It

By Kylon Trower

The effectiveness and popularity of Craigslist marketing has been alarming over the last few years. When it comes to free targeted traffic it is by far one of the best ways to get your business and product exposed. The key to having success is learning the strategies the top earners are using everyday to have success.

Slinging a few ad posts up and striking gold is a thing of the past. Most people give up after a couple ineffective, non responsive posts and call it quits. Hard work with nothing to show for it is tough for even the most seasoned marketer let alone a newcomer.

The good marketers really keep up with the latest techniques that are required to get massive results consistently with Craigslist marketing. Don't think for one minute that they don't have specialized knowledge, because they do. Now I'm going to share a few things to help you get over the hump.

1. Price your product right or don't waste your time trying to sell an overpriced product in a highly competitive market. I know this seems obvious, but too many times have I seen people price themselves right out the market and have no idea why they can't make profit. Consistently over-deliver and you'll make a killing on Craigslist.

2. Add a picture or image to your ad. People are visual and are more willing to buy something they can see. Put an attractive and clear image of your product to give your buyer and indication of the quality they will receive. Compare your image ad to your competitors words on a screen and you've got half the battle won already.

3. Be creative in your description. Give your viewer a compelling reason to buy your product. Explain how your product will meet their need and give them what they are looking for. Solid sales copy is key in enticing your visitor to take action.

You will never be without competition in the marketplace so get used to it. Ask anyone that has ever been successful online and they will tell you.

If you have not had success on Craigslist I encourage you to get educated. With the proper research, training and repetition you can become a seasoned marketer and start making consistent sales.

Finally, never, ever give up! Once you have obtained the knowledge and necessary skills to master Craigslist, the sky is the limit and you can literally use this marketing method to print money at will.

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