Being a lead gen program on CJ, I was surprised to find the number of coupon and deal affiliates that were applying to the program. While I know that many of you that fit into this category make it a habit to join every program and sort it out later, I was still not expecting it. However, I am very glad you did (or will if you haven’t).

At first, I was scratching my head trying to come up with a way that you could promote either Debt.com or DebtSettlement.com or both for that matter. I mean, neither site sells anything and thus it’s kind of hard to have a coupon or a deal for that matter. So, while doing some routine maintenance on the account and checking all of our links, I came across a text link I had created:

DebtSettlement.com – FREE Consultation. Apply Online Today!

Of course! Something we offer for FREE! Something for nothing is always the best deal and we offer this for both Debt.com and DebtSettlement.com. So, if you have a “freebies” section or even a financial services section, this is where to include a link with text reflecting the Free Consultation that is available from both sites! All that is required of your site visitors is that they fill out a simple and short lead form and you sit back to collect the commissions!

While this is just one possible way to promote the program, I definitely feel that it is well suited to our coupon and deal sites and I encourage each of you that fit in that category to get it a try. As always, if you have any questions or need help with promoting, I’m here to help so don’t hesitate to email me, and if you’re not an affiliate but want to be then sign up today!

Before the weekend is over, I want to give everyone a heads up about some of the promotions that we are still currently offering at ISeeMe.com as well as some important reminders and notes:

-All book orders purchased will have free personalized stickers shipped with the, this offer will Expire on September 14, 2009.

-There will be a new shipping code available to all affiliates for next month, so please be sure to keep up to date with details in the next week.

-Q4 is rapidly approaching so please keep in mind that ISeeMe links and banners are a sure way to increase your earnings with our slow season’s conversion rate being approximately 11%!

-Linking to virtual tour pages is an excellent way to help increase conversions.

-There is always lots of big news and media exposure for ISeeMe.com, so be sure to check in on the site blog for those updates, it can really help you boost your campaign efforts.  More big news to come soon, so be sure to check back in!

Not in the ISeeMe.com Affiliate Program?  Join on Commission Junction or Contact Nick for more details!

As always, if there is anything that can be done to help please contact Jen Kiernan directly.

If you’re not an affiliate yet, then get started now. Join the Heels.com Affiliate Program.

Quick heads up for affiliates! The Back-to-Soccer Price Drop event is going on now! Start promoting now because this sale will only last through September 4th. During this sale, there will be a ton of great soccer gear on sale for the lowest prices of the season. The great news is that this is happening just in time for the kids to get back on the field. So, grab some new cleats, goalkeeping, and training gear. While you’re at it, pick up a back pack for them to carry their books. Alos, it’s a good time to think ahead to the colder parts of the fall season and grab some of the Under Armour ColdGear on sale (Mock Turtleneck is featured above).

Here are a few other hot deals for affiliates to promote as part of the Back to Soccer Price Drop:

Nike Mercurial Vapor V (Abyss)

$241.99 $163.99

Save $78!

Real Madrid 08/09 Home Jersey

$69.99 $39.99

Save $30!

Under Armour Side Pant

$54.99 $43.99

Save $11!

It would appear that the Advertising Tax (Amazon Tax, Affiliate Tax) fight is about to begin in the state of Missouri.  Missouri affiliate and merchants, you need to begin speaking up NOW.  If you want to win the fight, you have to be very proactive and very aggressive.

A colleague of mine owns an online retail website based in North Carolina.  Just today, he received a letter in the mail from the State of Missouri questioning him specifically about his affiliate program as it pertains to Missouri residents.  He was kind enough to share this letter with me.  I have hosted the Missouri Tax Letter as a PDF file for you to view.  I did of course block out all of my colleague’s personally identifiable information.

In part, the letter states:

…In order for the Missouri Department of Revenue (Department) to make a determination on taxability to Missouri, additional information is required.
…representatives shall include employees, agents, independent contractors, brokers or others that reside in, or regularly and systematically enter into, this state on your behalf.  This would include any person or entity participating in your Affiliate Program.

In reading this letter, it seems that all signs are pointing to the Missouri Legislature entertaining the possibility of enacting Affiliate Nexus Tax Laws.  As we all know, as evidenced by New York, Rhode Island, and North Carolina, this would have a terrible effect on any affiliate who resides in Missouri.

Affiliates and Merchants in Missouri, now is the time for you to band together and start the fight.  Here are some tips you can use, taken from the experience we had in North Carolina.

• Contact your local representatives in both the House and Senate.

• Work closely with the Performance Marketing Alliance

• Get the word out on Facebook and Twitter.  Create a new hash tag specifically for your state fight.  In North Carolina, we used #ncaffiliatetax.

• Start an online petition against the tax.  There are many free resources to do this, such as PetitionSpot.com.

• Attack this possible legislation from every conceivable angle until you discover what seems to resonate the most with Legislators.  Lost revenue, lost jobs, the negative impact on you personally, people moving or closing their businesses, misconceptions about expected new tax receipts, etc. are all good points to make.

Remember, this is a big issue that affects your livelihood.  Do not wait to start fighting and voicing your opposition.  Fight today, fight tomorrow, and keep fighting until the legislation is thrown out.

Please keep in mind that I am not a lawyer or accountant.  I only read the letter and am drawing my own conclusions, though I feel the letter only points in one possible direction.

Chances are that you’re traffic won’t completely understand the benefits and uses of the DNA testing kits at GeneTree.com, so make sure that you have the right content on your website to provide them with enough information to help them make the best purchase.  If you don’t have the time to write up some unique content, you can use some of the resources on GeneTree.com to learn more about DNA.  If you want to take things a step further, you can provide your traffic with some of the reviews and success stories when using these DNA-testing kits from GeneTree.com.   If you think your traffic is going to have more questions in mind, don’t forget that you can link to a direct chat with a GeneTree.com representative.

There is a ton of information about genealogy testing and the benefits of these DNA kits so be sure you get a good understanding before you write up too much content!

Not in the GeneTree.com Affiliate Program? Join on CJ or contact Nick Szeto for more details!

It seems like I’m trying to beat it into everyone’s head that there are many different things to increase your conversions.  Aside from writing out the unique content or updating your promotions, there is one solution that stands out.  How are you linking your traffic to the ISeeMe.com website?  There are many different places you take them, whether it is an order form or even a page showing the great customer reviews written about these sensational products.  Try something different, but linking is always dependent on if you actually want to make a sale.  To clue everyone in, there is one particular place that I’ve put stress on before, and it’s noticeable through us on our end in research that we have the highest conversion rate through traffic landing on our virtual tour pages!  I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, link to the virtual tour pages! You’ll find a lot of successes in this as people are hooked on to what our products have to offer almost immediately.  More than 50% of traffic ends up making a purchase from these pages, so be sure you keep this linking option in mind.

Don’t forget that the sticker promotion we have is still running with all books order receiving personalized stickers.  This will end September 14, so be sure to update your website content.  If you have any questions or need help with your conversions, don’t hesitate to contact me! Have a great weekend!

Not in the ISeeMe.com Affiliate Program? Join on CJ or contact Nick Szeto for more details!

Wonderful new promotion that everyone can use, there are no exclusions so be sure to get this promotion on your home pages to take advantage of this wonderful offer.  There is no code required, but its only going to stand for a limited of time, expring this Friday. If you were looking for a way to increase your conversions for the Xbox 360 contest this month, then this is a sure way to get you there.  Let me know if you have any questions about this promotion, or need any banners or graphics, I’ll be more than happy to fix something up for you. And be sure to check back here for more updates!

Not in the Scrubs & Beyond Affiliate Program? Join on CJ or contact Nick for more details!

Heels.com New Coupon

Heels.com is running an exclusive coupon for the next couple of weeks. The coupon is for $20 off orders of $50 and up! By using the code HAPPY20 at check out, customers can enjoy the $20 off through 8/28/09. With over 80 women’s brands to choose from like Guess, Jessica Simpson, and L.A.M.B, anyone is sure to find the perfect fit. Be sure to get this code posted today because the clock is ticking!

If you’re not an affiliate yet, then get started now. Join the Heels.com Affiliate Program. As always, if there is anything that can be done to help please contact Jen Kiernan directly.

BareFoot Tess finally has the long anticipated All Black brand flats. There are tons of customers who have pre-ordered these shoes so be sure to get your custom links and PPC campaigns started ASAP and take advantage of the huge rush.

The featured shoes come in four fabulous colors: Green, Coffee, Black, and Cream and have been fit tested to ensure they fit feet ranging from 5.5 to 15! Take a classy, sleek flat, and add a striking band. BAM! You’ve attained shoe perfection, the All Black Flat!

Also, don’t forget that BareFoot Tess ships internationally!

If there is anything I can assist any of yoNot in the program? Join the BareFootTess affiliate program now and start earing your commission checks today! u with please don’t hesitate to contact Jen Kiernan directly.