I am beginning to think that I would be a much better internet marketer if I would try being a little more sincere.  The key to successful internet marketing is really connecting with your audience.  I don’t think that it’s really telling people what they want to hear.  I am beginning to realize that you have to really speak to people, and not insult their intelligence.

I have been so guilty in the past of throwing up a website with little content, and lots of products.  I have also been guilty, fairly recently of setting up several weight loss blogs without any real substance.  Because I desperately want to compete with other sites for the weight loss niche, I have to admit that I have been very guilty of not really creating the most useful website.  Perhaps that is why I have made a whopping $20 this month in the weight loss arena.  Mind you, I have four websites on the subject.

I am written articles until I am blue in the face, created a ton of free mini-sites for backlinks, and even paid $20 this month to submit one website to 5000 directories.  I wish that I had thought that one through.

One of my favorite blogs to read for inspiration, and a good laugh is KarmicConsulting.net.  Ian is an amazingly talented writer, and he is so funny.  When I need an attitude adjustment, and I am desperately trying to change my mindset, (think happy thoughts), I often read his blog.  He mentions in his latest post about how to keep readers on your list.  His post is interesting because he talks about not insulting your readers intelligence.  It struck a chord with me, and I know that he is right.

Sure, its to easy to setup a website with rehashed content, and lots of banners.  You may think that you are saving time, and going to make a lot of money, but the truth is you may be wasting time.  People want to know why you recommend the product, and are looking for your point of view and suggestions.

To be a really successful internet marketer, you have to believe in the product you are selling.  You have to know the advantages of owning and using the product, and you have to successfully convey it’s attributes to others from your point of view.   Suggest, don’t sell.