January 18, 2012
Like many affiliates, you probably felt the effects of a rough economy mixed with the ongoing not-so-cuddly Google Panda updates that have occurred last year, you might have noticed your sales slipping from where they previously were during the end of Q3/beginning of Q4 of 2010. From research I've been doing, it appears that Google will be continuing to roll out new updates, so don't be surprised if you continue to see the ranking of your website in flux as Google changes their search algorithms over time. I wish I had a cure all answer for you if your website(s) is/are one of them that has see rankings drop this past year, but since I don't - here are a few tips, that with any luck, will get you back into Google's good graces or keep you there if your site is performing well. - Keep your content relevant, new, and not spammy
- DO NOT, I repeat, DO NOT use duplicate content. Don't copy content from someone else's site - it won't help you. If you're not sure what content on your site is duplicated, check out www.copyscape.com. You may also find that people are duplicating your unique content, in which case, you may want to take action to get the matter resolved.
- Check your analytics and look into which pages and keywords have been most affected.
- When checking though your analytics, consider pages that are getting
high bounce rates. If you find them, work on making them more relevant
to what your readers are searching for. Otherwise, your site will be
given less importance in Google's eyes, since people just keep leaving
it.
- Pay close attention to Google's webmaster guidelines, which you can find here.
- Make sure your site offers value for your readers. If the site is intended to only generate you a few extra bucks, you're probably not going to rank very high.
- Continue updating. If you have a website that you populated several years ago and have just been letting it run without changing a whole lot on it, now is a perfect time to do some massive updating. It might be a lot of work, but it should pay off...literally.
- Do keyword searches in Google for your niche and see which sites are ranking high. There is a good chance when doing this you're going to find large corporations like Disney, Martha Stewart, etc. But take note and see what you need to do to stay competitive and make your content just as relevant as these heavy weights.
- Be very selective with banners and ads. Google is penalizing sites with large quantities of banners. Although banners can create sales for affiliates, in general, links within your content will work better. So make sure if you use banners, to keep them relevant and use them wisely.
- Think about your target audience, your customer, and what they are searching for. Be sure to take the time to tailor your content around that.
Posted by Deanna Tiemann. Posted In : Tips of the Trade
May 6, 2011
It's been a while since I last posted here and so I thought it was about time! Here is this month's "Tip Of The Month" which was featured in the monthly newsletter that was sent out yesterday, just in case you missed it! The internet is a powerful tool and with technology like Facebook and Twitter at your fingertips, you might want to take advantage of these great Social Media gadgets to promote products, if you don't already. Here are a few helpful hints to get started! - Make your post relevant...
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Posted by Deanna Tiemann. Posted In : Tips of the Trade
March 16, 2011
Not only is Easter celebrated as a religious holiday throughout the world, but it's also a time when families get together. Often times, being the host or hostess at one of these family get-togethers can be a bit stressful, so to make your mind a bit more at ease, here is our recommended agenda to keep the kids and the grown-ups entertained, and to keep the day flowing smoothly.
Prep The Food:
Since many people attend church during the morning of Easter Sunday, you'll want to make sure... Continue reading...
Posted by Deanna Tiemann. Posted In : Articles
February 28, 2011
Please read below for 4 IMPORTANT AND EXCITING news announcements!
1) New Products
We have just launched 3 new products on PrintableGamesAtoZ.com! They are:
I have added 5 new banners in... Continue reading...
Posted by Deanna Tiemann. Posted In : News
February 11, 2011
It's that time of the year to think green, shamrocks, pots of gold, rainbows and all that is Irish...including what St. Patrick's Day games to play at your party!
In what was originally a religious holiday honoring St. Patrick (the patron saint of Ireland), the holiday now is celebrated throughout the world by Irish and non-Irish alike; usually involving large quantities of alcohol, parades, partying, and everything green!
If you're going to take part in this annual March 17th tradition, you ... Continue reading...
Posted by Deanna Tiemann.
February 8, 2011
February 7, 2011
We have just launched 61 new games and 11 new product categories on our brand new "Everything Else" section of the PrintableGamesAtoZ.com line of products!!!
We also have uploaded sets of 5 new banners for the following categories: Anniversary, Football, Christian, and Office Team Building. More to come soon for the additional categories!
Here are all of the new games broken out by category along with links to our website so you can check them out! Also, these products have ... Continue reading...
Posted by Deanna Tiemann. Posted In : News
January 26, 2011
Whether You're Staying In To Celebrate or Going Out – Bachelorette Games For Any Bride-To-Be
If you are close with a bride who will be getting married soon, it means there will be plenty of partying before (and during) the big day! Between the engagement party, bridal shower, wedding party luncheon, and even the reception dinner, there will be several events to keep you busy. But one event that should most definitely not be left out is the Bachelorette Party! From pre-outting warm up... Continue reading...
Posted by Deanna Tiemann. Posted In : Articles
December 21, 2010
If you're in a relationship, the monotony of planning what to do with your special someone can become a tedious yearly endeavor. Inviting other couples to a Valentine's Day get-together can be a new way to add something new to the holiday, while still allowing you to be a bit romantic while spending time with your sweetheart. Valentine Bingo, Lefty's In Love, and Movie Love Quotes are fun games to play with a bunch of other couples, so be sure your friends bring their SO along.
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Posted by Deanna Tiemann.
December 9, 2010
Besides the gifts, food, and drink, baby shower games are a necessity for the new mom-to-be in celebration of her bundle of joy on the way!
In all your planning, you may have specified a time for the shower to begin; but that doesn't mean that guests will all arrive on time. So to accommodate the fashionably late without sacrificing the start of the party, playing games with no time limit can be a fun way to get the festivities rolling.
Three games that are sure to keep your guests enterta... Continue reading...
Posted by Deanna Tiemann. Posted In : Articles
December 1, 2010
Don't be afraid to make changes and updates to your site if
you're not happy with how customers are responding to the products
you're selling. Not getting as many shoppers clicking
on our products as you'd like them to? Then change what you're doing!
The great thing about operating a website is you can continually
update, change, and troubleshoot how you're displaying information on
your site. If a page isn't working for your customers, you can change
how the information on that pag... Continue reading...
Posted by Deanna Tiemann. Posted In : Tips of the Trade
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Hello there and welcome to the Affiliate Edge Blog! I'll be updating the blog with great information, including news updates, (which you can also find through the main Affiliate Edge website) tips, industry news, and more!
I have a passion for this company, the products they create, the people who I get to enjoy working with every day (seriously....I work with a bunch of pranksters), and the job I get to do here.
I'm very honored and proud to be able to call myself your Affiliate Manager! If you need anything from me, please don't hesitate to let me know!
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