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Frequently Asked Questions & Answers

I receive many calls asking the same kinds of questions.
This section answers those questions!

Question:
I just signed up for a program and need to promote it. What should I do?

Answer:
You need to start right here and read this entire page first!

Question:
I'm new can you help me understand what My Wizard Ads does?

Answer:
MWA is a co-operative of a group of publishers who offer space in their Ezines/Newsletters for you to place your ezine ad. Think of it like putting an ad in your local newspaper only these newspapers are "virtual."

One of the things most people do not have is a list of their own. By using a co-op, you are getting permission from the publisher to use his/her list instead! This lets you mail out your ezine ad or solo ad to a list of people who have given their permission to the publisher to get your advertisement. This is critical. Without this permission, you are spamming. Spamming is NOT a good thing.

The traditional co-op arrangement is you get to put an ad in their ezines (magazines online) or classified issues in exchange for subscribing to the various lists. MWA makes it easy to give your ad to all the publishers and also makes it simple for your to sub yourself onto these lists.

Most "guru" types will tell you to run a solo ad. They are wrong. Solo ads are very hard to write. The fastest, easiest, and least expensive way to test your advertising skills is with a 6 Line Ezine Ad.

If you do have a solo ad that has not been tested, or you do not know if it has already been used "a lot" by other affiliates, start inexpensively to see if it is still working and pulling readers to the website. You don't have to spend tons of money to advertise wisely.

Question:
What is a 6 Line Ezine Ad?

Answer:
Think real newspaper ads, only these are electronic newsletters and (maga)eZines. You buy space in these ezines to display your ad to all the other subscribers getting these ezines.

Question:
What is the difference between subscribing and not subscribing if I order a 6 Line Ezine Ad?

Answer:
If you choose the less expensive subscription-required 6 line service, you will be added to the lists of ALL the publishers working with me here at MWA. Some will need to send you a "double opt in" email which you will need to click on to subscribe to that list. The value here is everyone else on the publishers lists also did this (and continue to do this) making these ezine lists much more valuable.

If you choose the other 6 line ezine ad service where you do not have to subscribe, you will receive confirmations and schedule dates from each publisher. A one time only email telling you when your ad will appear. It is NOT mandatory that these publishers send "courtesy copies."

Again, I've been working with a large majority of the publishers here at MWA for years. Each is professional and gets the job done. That is something you never have to worry about!

Question:
How fast does my 6 line ezine ad begin to run and for how long?

Answer:
Once the publishers get your 6 line ad, some will schedule it immediately for release the same week. Other publishers have scheduled lists and show "only so many" in each issue. Because of these various schedules, your 6 line ad is good for about 30-45 days worth of continuous advertising. It is shown one time, but many publishers archive their newsletters (ezines) and classifieds on their websites, so in some cases your ad will be on their site "forever!"

Question:
What is a solo ad?

Answer:
A solo ad is your advertisement sent by itself to the entire list of INDIVIDUAL ezines that you select. In other words, you are using that publishers list to send a regular piece of mail directly to all the other subscribers inboxes. Your subject line will be the only thing initially that anyone sees. It's just like the mail you are already getting in your inbox. Therefore, your subject line must be believable and compelling enough to stand out from the crowd. The idea is to get them to OPEN and READ your solo. Inside the solo you do NOT sell; instead you do your darnest to encourage the reader to go to the website. Your WEBSITE is your salesperson and must be strong enough to "close the sale" for you.

Question:
How is the price for a solo ad determined?

Answer:
Each individual publisher places a value on his or her own list and sets the price with me here at My Wizard Ads.

Question:
How soon will my solo ad go out to the publisher's list?

Answer:
Please carefully study the solo pages to your left under the Ezine Advertising heading on the Navigation Menu. Each publisher participating in the solos has provided sufficient information to help you make your individual selections. You will find the name of the ezine; publisher's name; how many subscribers in that ezine; what the primary focus is for that ezine; and a brief description written and given to me by that publisher. Timing varies, so please DO read the material for each solo ad ezine choice.

The publisher will schedule TWO dates for you to use his/her list. You will receive confirmations of those dates. It is highly encouraged that you subscribe so you also get the solo. Keep in mind that different isp's (your inbox) can be picky about delivery. You can always contact me or the publisher (I give you their name and email) if you have any questions or missed your solo somehow in your own inbox.

Question:
What is the "out on the web classified ad?" Is it different than a 6 line ezine ad.

Answer:
Yes. The "classified ad" service by itself or included in some of the packages, is created for you using the material you supply either on your 6 line ad form, on the classified form itself, and/or your solo form. I create these for you using that material. Each comes with 4 different titles and 6 different variations of your ad. These are posted to boards across the net. This type of service lasts up to 90 days depending on the boards. It is posted to 15, 30, 60, and 90 day classified ad boards. I take the junk mail for you.

Question:
How many sales can I expect to make?

Answer:
The answer is a very simple one - I have NO IDEA. The reason I cannot answer this question, and I question anyone who does give you any expectation, is because you may not initially have a very good ezine ad or solo ad. Everyone writes at different levels. Everyone is doing different programs. However, if you have a solid program, and compelling advertisements that will greatly increase your chances for success.

What I CAN guarantee is that you will get what you paid for. That said, when you order you will receive confirmations, your ad (whatever type) will be sent out. If you get a lot of response RUN THE AD AGAIN until it no longer attracts people to your website. If you do NOT get the results you thought you would, the only logical conclusion we all can draw from that is that THE AD WASN'T GOOD ENOUGH. That's why I do not charge too much. It may take you experimenting and tweaking your ad to get better results. Please do not blame the publishers if your ad is not warmly received. It is the AD'S FAULT not the publishers.

Question:
I placed an order and do not know how to give you my ad, what should I do?

Answer:
On the Navigation Menu to your left, the 2nd link down says "Forms - PAY FIRST." Use that link to get to the forms at any time. Please check your receipt if you do not know which form to use. I have several because I have several services. Sending the wrong form will only hold up your purchase. Keep in mind that the NEWBIE forms are forms to a SERVICE not the level of your experience online *smile!*

Question:
Can you give me any other pointers that will save me time and money?

Answer:
YES! You might be tired of reading, but I can save you years of affiliate marketing research if you'll only click that link and read a bit more!

LAST BUT VERY IMPORTANT TIP TO SAVE YOU MONEY:

If you read this entire page (really read it) and made it to the bottom of this page (and I'm not trying to sound patronizing!), but give yourself a BIG PAT ON THE BACK!

YOU have the wherewithal to be successful online.

Why? Because you are willing to SLOW DOWN, READ, and hopefully take the advice and knowledge you gain in order TO be successful.

Most people do not read, they react.

These people will not do well online. The "reactors" spend money like there's no tomorrow, get frustrated, blame everyone else, and shoulder no responsibility for their errors. They are the ones that will tell you it is not possible to make money online, when it most certainly is - IF you slow down and educate yourself!

Sad, but very true.

If you are one of the few who did read this entire page, follow the links out to explore, etc., please continue to do what you do... READ everything first. React second. Spend money third.

I have tried to remember everything most people ask. If I have not covered your question, please Do check the website first. I have many "What is" sections to help you clear up your questions. If you still cannot find the answer to your question, please use the CONTACT information FORM at the bottom of every page. Phone calls are accepted (graciously I might add LOL), but I would really appreciate you reading this section and the other pages I've painstakingly created over the past decade first :)

I DO answer my email. I DO answer my phone. However, I also do have phone hours posted and would appreciate you honoring those timeframes.

Thanks again for taking the time to read this FAQ! I hope it helped you with your questions!