EIG*POWER – What Is That?
If you recently were billed by EIG POWER, you might have been wondering what it has been about… At least I did!
As a result of searching for “EIG*POWER” and “EIG POWER” I learned that it’s IPower, a domain name registrar and webhosting service provider I have registered few domain names in the past, with automatic renewal.
It was a surprise to learn that the IPower company has changed their name because I don’t recall receiving any notification from IPower about the change to EIG POWER.
While searching the Internet, I learned that many others had problems in logging in to their IPower, now EIG Power, hosting accounts and domain name accounts, and there were some people experiencing automatic renewals for domain names they didn’t want to pay for any more, because of the change in the company name.
This was a good reminder for me to transfer my domains from my IPower/EIG power account to my domain account with NameCheap.com, which I can warmly recommend. NameCheap’s interface is very user-friendly and they don’t have any aggressive upsells, like some other domain registrars. NameCheap.com offers free domain transfer service, too.
And, if you are looking for a hosting account to host your domain and website, HostGator.com is my current favorite. It’s a fact that they have incredible good customer service! I love it that even if you are not in the US, you can get friendly and acknowledgeable help 24/7! I have three hosting accounts with HostGator… yes, I know, it might make sense to get a dedicated server 
If you need to get in touch with iPowerWeb the corporate phone number for Endurance International, the company owning iPowerWeb, is 1-866-897-5421 according to HostJury.com
Making Money By Selling Internet Marketing Services to Local Business Owners
If you receive any Internet Marketing related emails, making money by selling Internet Marketing services to Local Business owners is one of the latest trends.
So, could YOU do money by helping brick and mortal business owners to improve their presence online?
Here are three points you should consider when you start planning doing so:
1. What is it that you do the best?
Gaining clarity of your skill that can add value to someone else’s business is essential.
Type down exactly what you can do. Mark those tasks that take you the least effort and time. If it’s setting and customizing a blog, become the specialist in your area as the business blog developer. If it’s setting autoresponders and writing email-follow-up sequences, then become the specialist in your area for that.
Too many time I see people to sell “Internet Marketing” services, which is way to general and doesn’t tell your potential customers at all what would they get by hiring you.
When you brand yourself according to what you do best, your specialization becomes your door to the market. Don’t be afraid to go narrow and clearly specialize in the beginning. Firstly, you’ll like serving others more by doing what you do best, and by providing excellent results, you can very easily sell more of your Internet marketing related services to your existing clients.
2. What’s so great about that?
Internet is a GREAT media to do marketing at. The Internet offers powerful leverage for ANY business, online and offline.
By this I mean that the Internet is media – not a business. It’s a vehicle for you to market your product or service.
Business is about exchanging values and therefore you must have a product, service or knowledge that someone is willing to give you money in exchange for. For others to understand the value you can give to them, clear communication is fundamental.
What’s so great about your service, really?
When you come across with a business owner with a website but no means to add their website visitors to a database to follow-them up, you could promote your service for setting up an autoresponder. But what’s so great about that? The business owner most probably doesn’t see any value in having an autoresponder because he doesn’t have any!
So, answering the question “what’s so great about having an autoresponder” could be: “People visiting your website are interested in your services but most of them don’t come to see you right after visiting your website and might forget you. Offering the option to sign-up for e.g. receiving special offers from you by email will encourage more of them to become your customers, and you’ll make more profits.”
3. How do you deliver your promises?
When you sell your services to others, it’s different that that doing the stuff for your self. Most of us don’t treat ourselves as our own clients, and that’s why many times we let ourselves distracted while working.
However, when you have a customer, who is paying for the service you promised to deliver, you better deliver, on time. Many things take more time we thought. That’s why you need to know exactly how long it takes for you to do what you promised.
Have a timer to measure your working time (the true working time, not just browsing the Internet) and keep a working diary. Mark your calendar the days and times you are going to do the service and deliver.
Knowing the time needed to provide the service also helps you to price your service correctly. Don’t under price your time. On the other hand, don’t rip off your customer either. It should be a win-win deal for you and your customer. You should be compensated well for the skill and knowledge you have acquired. Your client should get something in change that truly helps them to make more out of their business.
If you are interested in helping local business owners with any specific area of Internet marketing, having the basic understanding of this business model will help you to get into this new business. It IS a different business model, so learn first the rules of the game to make it a winning game for you.
Want to Make More Money? Consider Sell From Stage!
Public speaking and selling your products from the stage can give you an etra $50,000 to $1M. Because public speaking and especially selling from stage is a nightmare for most of the people, it can feel dificult in the beginning. One of the key secrets is to prepare well and gain confidence before you get in front of your audience. Being confident about what you are talking and what you are selling is essential for you success. Below you’ll find some public speaking tips from a self-made millionaire, Ali Brown:
Some people are naturally poised and confident in front of a crowd.
Then there’s the rest of us.
If you’re not a born public speaker, are you doomed to sit on the sidelines? Certainly not!
With coaching and practice, most people can develop their public speaking skills and improve their confidence, which in turn can help improve their business’ visibility.
Here’s how to get started and boost your confidence. Study videos of yourself. Watching yourself on camera can be less than fun. (What happened to my hair? Is that really how I sound?) but it’s also extremely helpful.
Once you get past your initial reaction, you’ll be able to judge your diction, speed, gestures, vocal pitch, and other factors, then adjust accordingly. You’ll also see what makeup or types of clothing are your most flattering. If you don’t have a friend who can videotape you, then record yourself with a tripod. Alternatively, use a webcam. With time and practice, your presentation skills will undoubtedly improve. Remember, practice makes perfect. After practicing at home, it’s time to take your show on the road! One way to ease your way in to public speaking is by moderating a panel discussion or being part of the panel. That way you’ll share the spotlight with others. You could also join a Toastmasters group, volunteer to speak at your church, local Chamber of Commerce, school group, or other small gathering. Talking in front of a small, intimate group can actually be more intimidating than lecturing in front of a much larger group, but it’s a great way to get valuable feedback and practice.
Take every speaking opportunity you can and bring along a friend or colleague whom you trust to be brutally honest. Then you’ll be ready for bigger and better speaking appearances!
Do what works for you. Some people work best with a PowerPoint presentation or with note cards. Others feel comfortable speaking off the cuff. A nice basic format is an introduction, 3-5 main talking points, and close. Find the format that works for you and stick with that.
Over time, as you gain more confidence, you’ll probably find that you can be more flexible depending on the situation. But if the thought of public speaking terrifies you, then simply speaking in front of a crowd is a triumph. Being nervous isn’t necessarily a bad thing. In fact, even the most eloquent speakers get stage fright on occasion. Focus on the content of your presentation rather than those little butterflies in the pit of your stomach. And keep your eyes on the prize.
After all, public speaking is an excellent way to boost your income and promote your business. The more practice you get in front of an audience, the easier each engagement will become and the more opportunities you’ll get to speak.
Article by © 2010 Ali International
Self-made millionaire entrepreneur and Inc. 500-ranked CEO Ali Brown teaches women around the world how to start and grow profitable businesses that make a positive impact. Get her FREE weekly articles and advice at www.AliBrown.com
