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Old 08-04-2003, 11:17 AM
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Default 5 Star Affiliate Programs :: New Programs Bottom of Page 4

Hi WebPros,

I invited merchants and advertisers to announce their affiliate programs. Since I am the moderator here, I represent so many partner programs, I didn't think it was fair to clog up the forums with individual invitations to all my programs. So I am making just one post that includes them all.


I am an affiliate management consultant representing a select group of some of the top converting and highest paying affiliate programs available.

~ NEW EveryTicket - Sports, Concerts and Theater premium seating tickets. If your site visitors are interested in sports, music or just having fun - this program is for you! 7% commission & 60 days cookies make this a winning program you will be glad to promote.

~ www.IntelliContactPro.com - Email Marketing - LifeTime residual commissions, 3 year cookies, 2 tier commissions

~ DentalPlans - One of the highest EPCs on CJ - private program pays even more! Top affiliate in July made over $7,000

~ zZounds - Highest commission on musical instruments and longest cookies (FREE DATAFEED)


You can find program details and sign up links for all my 5 Star Affiliate Programs here:

http://www.5staraffiliateprograms.com

Please let me know if you sign up for any of these lucrative offers. I am the Affiliate manager for Irvs and Executive Essentials but only consult for the others so would like to let the Affiliate Manager for the other programs know you joined and that they should give you special attention and/or preferred rates if you are a PRO.

I will post updates, news and announcements in this thread as well. If you have questions about any of these programs, feel free to post them here or email me. I work for YOU!


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Hi All

I have a new affiliate program I am in the process of setting up and wanted to ask for your feedback. The merchant sells premium seating tickets for concerts, sporting events etc. Average Sale $300 - $400 and we will be offering a good commission.

The owner is considering offering a 2 tier commission because a competitor does. My feeling is that 2 tier programs are better suited for webmaster related products. I don't think that many ticket selling affiliates would be interested in 2 tier recruiting.

I think I'd rather put money into 1st tier bonus incentives.

But then again, I'm not the boss - I WORK FOR YOU!

Thanks in advance for any feedback. So what do you guys think?
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CCD would be interrested and would this merchant consider a code of some sort? ;)

I agree about the 2 tier commissions. It is something I feel is more for webmaster products and I am all for bonuses. Bonuses inspire ya to work harder and sell more IMHO.

BTW Linda I emailed ya about Irvs and the lot! ;) Lemme know!
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Revi,

It was great dicussing your super cool site (by email) and making some recommendations that I think could help you increase your affiliate income. I am excited to have you my team for some of my top programs!

As far as coupon codes for my event ticket client, I am not certain, but will definately suggest it. 1st need to get the program launched, then I will discuss it with the CEO.

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Looking forward to it Linda! :) Thanks for all the help and advice mate! Cant wait for this new one to get moving!
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Hi Linda

Out of interest are most of your programs managed inhouse or via networks? If the later which one do you use mainly

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Hi Chris,

Irvs/EE/Roadloans/DentalPlans are on all on CJ.

DentalPlans is also on BeFree, DarkBlue several other small networks and has a strong in-house program.

ZZounds, Intellicontact and my newest client I just launced yesterday - Avid Hosting are all in-house.

The new sports and concert ticket affiliate program I will be launching next week is in-house with myaffiliate tracking.

On My 5 Star site - I include the tracking software or Network used in each affiliate program review.

Most of my clients already had programs set up so I basically work with whatever they already have in place and try to optimize their existing program.

It looks like you prefer LinkShare and set most of your clients up on that network, right? What do you see as LinkShare's strong points?
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Default NEW Web Hosting 100% commission & More

Partner with Avid Hosting and earn up to 100% Commission

Hi all,

Just helped with a major re-launch for a great web hosting affiliate program this week that pays up to 100% commission and offers a 15% 2nd tier commission.
This hosting program converts really well because there is no set-up fee for customers.

You can read my complete review of the program here:
http://www.5staraffiliateprograms.co...affiliate.html

Let me know if you have any questions and as always, let me know what I can do to optimize your success with this program.

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The new concert and sporting event tickets affiliate program is almost ready to go. I hope to launch on Monday. Stay tuned....

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Also just opened my own dedicated 5 Star Affiliate Programs forum on ABestWeb. I post more in-depth specials, contests and program annoucements over there.
http://abw.infopop.cc/6/ubb.x?a=frm&...9&f=4406070493

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Default Brand NEW Program

Partner with EveryTicket - Everyone Loves Entertainment!

Dazzling concerts, thrilling sporting events, mega-hit theater productions – your customers will be happy that you referred them to EveryTicket. Your visitors will have access to one of the most extensive inventories of premium seating and sold out event tickets nationwide. They can choose from over 400,000 tickets to sports, concerts, theater and NASCAR events.

If your site visitors are interested in sports, music or just having fun - this program is for you! 7% commission & 60 days cookies make this a winning program you will be glad to promote.

EveryTicket Affiliate Partner Program Highlights!

:: Commission 7% (Super affiliates can earn even more!)

:: Cookie length – 60 days (Many of our sales are from repeat customers)

:: $400 - $500 average sale (However, many customers buy multiple tickets)

:: Trusted 3rd party tracking & reports by MyAffiliateProgram from Kowabunga

Get all the details plus some great sales tips for promoting this program here:

http://www.5staraffiliateprograms.co...s-tickets.html

This partner program is a winner and I am very happy to be the "matchmaker" that introduces it to you!

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Default zZOUNDS Tracks and Pays for 800 Phone Sales

I have been working behind the scenes on solving the 800 phone # tracking issue for you all. I know this is a big area of affiliate commission leakage and am excited to announce that some of my merchants are implementing solutions as we speak.

zZounds is the 1st to make the bold move and phone orders are now being tracked. I couldn’t talk about it because they would not even give me the details until their patent was filed.

"When a phone customer calls in, we try to get a unique ID from their web browser so that we can attribute their sales to our marketing efforts. These marketing efforts include you, our affiliates, as well as other paid advertising. This ID is displayed near the top of the browser and states "Mention priority code #XXXX when you call". Our Customer Service Representatives (CSRs) are instructed and incented to collect this ID."

Having an 800# is very important to online sales and legit businesses MUST have an 800# for questions or for people who are afraid to order online. However, some products tend to get more phone calls. With zZounds I assume customers sometimes have tech questions like "which is the best turntable that has xyz features?" or "my speakers just blew - what brand to you think is the most reliable and the best price?"

So for zZounds to now track and credit affiliates for phone sales I think is HUGE and shows how high integrity they are. They even have a patent pending the process they are using to do this.
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Default NEW SEARCH BOX will BOOST YOUR CONVERSION RATES

Irvs Luggage - NEW SEARCH BOX will BOOST YOUR CONVERSION RATES
Add our new search box to your site and watch your sales increase to new levels!

There are several strong marketing messages built in plus the search by category. If someone just wants to browse they can click to go to the homepage, just like a banner too.

I uploaded it on my site with my test PID to be sure it worked right. Check it out!

http://www.5staraffiliateprograms.com/irvsearchbox.html

This is perfect for publishers who do not have the technical skills yet to to utilize our datafeeds. But it is also an excellent addition even if you use datafeed links because it can help people quickly get to specific categories on the Irvs site to browse, shop and BUY!

It's in CJ and NOW and will include your PID when they make a drop down selection OR click to go to homepage. (CJ Advanced Link ID 10296614 IRVS Search Box)

After you all start using this and making lots of sales, we will build more in different styles and sizes and also develop some for Executive Essentials.

What do you think?
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Default Irv's Luggage & Executive Essentials Newsletter

I published the Irvs/EE newsletter yesterday. In case you are opted out or did not recieve it here it is.

Lots of new, exciting information in this edition, including a new interactive search box, full page Summer clearance or HTML email promos for both Irvs and EE and all new coupon codes for the Fall shopping season from both sites. Bookmark this page so you have access to Irvs news, even if somehow you do not receive the next CJ email.

In this Issue:

~ New Interactive Search Box to Boost Your Conversion Rates (Check it out!)

~ Irvs Summer Clearance S@le - HTML Email or Full Page Creative for Your Site

~ Executive Essentials Summer Clearance S@le HTML Email or Full Page Site Ad

~ All NEW Irvs and EE Coupon Codes for Fall

~ Free Datafeed Info

http://www.linkserving.com/irvs/newsletter.htm

Happy Selling and as always let me know what I can do to help your efforts!
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Default DentalPlans - Launches HealthPlans on CJ

HealthPlans.com, the sister site of DentalPlans.com, recently launched on CJ and is accepting new affiliates to participate in this cost-per-lead program. The site is a short, 1 page health coverage form that pays out $1.50 per lead. The conversions are really great on this page, as high as 30% conversion from click.

DentalPlans Top Partner Commissions for August

$7,207.20
$2,574.00
$2,516.80
$2,173.60
$1,830.40

NOTE: This is on CJ only. I don’t have the numbers for the private program, it’s possible some numbers were even higher. The BeFree program is brand new, so I have not calculated those commissions yet.

Congrats to all and here’s to an even BIGGER September!

If you are not a DentalPlans Affiliate yet, check out the 5 Star Affiliate Program review at:
http://www.5staraffiliateprograms.com/dentalplans.html

Please let me know if you have any questions or if I can help your efforts.
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Default EveryTicket Update

Would anyone like a list of the top event keywords for Everyticket?

I will put one together if there is some interest. Email me at ecatayst AT excite DOT com if you want the list. BE SURE to put Everyticket in the subject so I know you are requesting KW for them. I get a lot of KW requests for DentalPlans so won't know which list you are requesting unless you specify.

We have just uploaded a new banner and a 125x125 button for auto racing events if anyone caters to that market.

Our top affiliate has already made 27 sales in her 1st 18 days and her highest single sale was for $1100.
You go girl!

Please let me know how I can help you increase YOUR sales with this program.
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Default Organize-Everything NEW PROGRAM

NEW PROGRAM ANNOUNCEMENT - New parasite-free Indie for YOU!

Organize-Everything.com has practical Solutions for everyone. Busy moms, tool guys, hobbyists, music buffs, sports enthusiasts, electronic gadget freaks, crafters, and decorators will love our huge selection of products to get more organized in their lives! We have it all and we can help you earn revenue by highlighting unique products that your visitors will love!

View Site here: http://www.organize-everything.com

Most popular categories and targeted banners available for: Closets, garages, office, kitchen, music, sports, kids, electronics, crafters

 Commission 8% (Super affiliates can earn up to 10% with performance bonus!)

 Cookie length – 180 days (Others I have found in this space pay 3 – 7% with 45 day cookies

 Parasite-Free and committed to saying that way!

 Datafeed to help you build a new site or category quickly (NOTE: Datafeed is in the works and will be ready in 2 weeks)

 Indie - Trusted 3rd party tracking & reports by a leader - DirectTrack

 More information or JOIN HERE!
http://organizeeverything.directtrac...?u=directstuff

Managed by Linda Woods of www.affiliategoddess.com.
Linda W started in 1998 as the affiliate recruitment manager for Commission Junction and then later, she created and supervised Kowabunga's Team Affiliate outsourced management division for its first year. Linda started her own consultancy in 2000, and has helped dozens of companies, large and small, start and manage effective affiliate programs.

So you understand how the 2 Linda’s work together:
Linda W. and her team handle all the day to day management, infrastructure, creative, newsletters and everything on the back – end. Linda W interfaces more with the merchants and the foundation of the program. Linda B works directly with YOU GUYS!!! I handle the front end promotion, training and PR (partner relations) to ensure that you have all the tools you need to be successful.

The Organize-Everything affiliate program opened 4 months ago with a soft launch and has been optimized and improved along the way. It is very professionally managed and I would invite you to take a serious look.

As always, I am open to feedback and ideas. Please let us know what we can do to help you profit with this program.

Sincerely, Linda & Linda
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It was great dicussing your super cool site (by email) and making some recommendations that I think could help you increase your affiliate income. I am excited to have you my team for some of my top programs!

As far as coupon codes for my event ticket client, I am not certain, but will definately suggest it. 1st need to get the program launched, then I will discuss it with the CEO.

Thanks!
I'd be interested in what you can recommend that I work towards in affiliate marketing? I used to be pretty heavily into marketing until I ended up in 2 programs (back to back) that ended up being ... ummm ... less than trustworthy ;o) So I was scared off and haven't done anything since then. In fact, I've just recently gotten into using sponsors of any type ...

My main site is at http://www.NewbieHangout.com and I've got some others ... under construction: www.Template-Masters.biz ... www.Software-Queen.com ...

I'd really appreciate feedback on what programs would work best with my site(s) and anything else you can provide.

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Darla,

Welcome to the forums. Just took a quick look at your site. A program that jumped to mind is SurplusComputers.com. The site looks a little funky right now & is being redesigned, but they have a great new affiliate manager unreal prices and are selling products like hotcakes. I thought of them, since you seem to cater to a technical crowd. I think they are on BeFree.

Since you feature a lot of web marketing and webmaster type info http://www.intellicontactpro.com
may be a good fit too. It's a 2 tier, lifetime residual email marketing program that your visitors with newsletters might like.

I am swamped today. Just launching 2 new programs. I'll try to look again when I get more time and hopefully Cedric or one of the other regulars will stop by and give you some feedback.
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Funny you should mention surpluscomputers ;o)

I joined them a couple of weeks ago and just haven't gotten around to adding their banners or links yet. I've been adding 1 - 2 pages daily of new stuff .... and really need to concentrate on something that's going to pay for all this.

One that has really worked well for me is Xara.com ..... it's been a steady one. I didn't expect it to do as well as it has .... but am grateful that it is.

I'll check into the other site you mentioned, as well.

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Default NEW ConsciousONE - Launch 9/23

PARTNER with CONSCIOUSONE and MAKE A DIFFERENCE in the WORLD!

I absolutely LOVE this program! This one has my heart and soul and if you have any sites that are in this niche I’m sure you will feel the same way. Brand new - Just launched today!

By partnering with ConsciousOne and promoting these life affirming courses by well known and inspiring authors and teachers, such as Wayne Dyer, Marc Allen and Jean Houston you will be abundantly rewarded for the people you refer to us.

If you have visitors interested in personal growth, health, healing, self awareness and enlightened spirituality, ConsciousOne will deliver a unique experience for those interested in improving their lives in profound ways.

ConsciousOne Affiliate Partner Program Highlights

Commission - 3 WAYS TO EARN
1) SALE - 20% on Courses, CDs and Angel Cards
2) REORDERS - 5%
3) 2 TIER - 5% of all earnings for every partner you refer

A myriad of viral marketing tools are on the site to help you attract and keep customers.

Check out the free trial of the Angel Cards if you need help with any life challenges right now. Do you need some positive motivation or inspiration? Be sure to visit WisdomFlash.

Get all the info, view the gorgeous creative and sign-up here:
http://www.5staraffiliateprograms.co...cious-one.html

This great program is parasite-free and committed to staying that way. Partner-centric, honest and professional affiliate management by Linda Woods www.AffiliateGoddess.com

As always let us know what we can do to help your efforts with this great new program.

Linda, Linda, Elizabeth and the Goddess Team
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