Start Up Company Review: Pre-Launch Australia

Start Up Company Review: Pre-Launch Australia

Don’t Buy into the Hype of Pre-Launch Australia

Pre-Launch Australia....promises a lot, but won't pay out in the END.

If you’ve been in marketing long enough, you’ve witnessed the waves of hysteria that come and go with the arrival of each new start up company: “Wanna make a 10-figure income in a matter of weeks with just a push of a button?!  Then join NOW to get in for as little as $1!  Don’t let this opportunity pass you by!”  They use words & phrases, such as ‘pre-launch, automated, auto drive, and immediate income’ (btw, some of these came right off the videos for Pre-Launch Australia!  They are THAT ridiculous!)….they tap into the human psyche…the one that is lazy, impatient, and uncommitted.  They take advantage of the ‘microwave generation’….my generation.

Pre-Launch Australia is as SHADY as Start Up Companies Come!

So I pose a question to my fellow marketers that love joining every new start up company that presents itself (Pre-Launch Australia is my case in point): Do you honestly believe it’s THAT easy?  The fact is: it’s NOT.  I’m amazed by how many people buy into the hype of these newbie companies.  Just the name itself: “Pre-Launch Australia” should be a HUGE red flag!  Come on: PRE-LAUNCH = START UP! They tell you to get in without any real specifics on who they are, or what they do!  They just create an urgency using “Pre-Launch“, so that some sorry people can rush into it thinking they will end up at the top of the food chain!

TRUTH: To earn REAL money on-line, it will take blood, sweat & tears.  You will hear criticism (sometimes from family & friends closest to you), you will feel frustrated, you will wonder if all your effort is worthwhile…and still, you will need to suck it up, and keep plugging away.  The key is to find a TRIED & TRUE business with a great compensation plan, and dedicate your time & energy to it LONG TERM to see any real results.  Did you think the men on the cover of these small business magazines made money overnight?  There may have been a few, but for the most part, these are guys have been at their craft for years…sometimes, decades.

The fact is, only 3% of marketers are making any real cash online.  The rest of them jump from start up company to start up company, and lie their faces off when people ask about their income.  I liken it to the men who go out fishing and catch a small 1 lb. fish & tell everyone else it was a 20 pounder.   With start up companies, they may see a small return on investment in the beginning, which gets their excitement level to an all time high.  Then, they run out & tell anyone & everyone about how lucrative the company is, and then the company tanks!  The founder of these companies pull a Steve Miller….they take the money & run!  So, in actuality, some of the people making the true money online, are some of marketing’s biggest crooks- the creators of start up companies!  They promise the world, make their product/company flashy & attractive to new-comers (actually, they are able to sell to the 97% who aren’t making any money), give enough payout to cause a tidal wave of new prospects, and finally they pull the rug out from under everyone.  Problem is, it is dirty money…and it will never truly prosper them.

So, Why Make the Creators of Start up Companies like Pre-Launch Australia Any Richer?!

So, what about those of us that want to make honest money?   Some of us are sick of buying into the hype, and want something that will be around for us (and our family) for the long-haul.  Here’s what I would recommend:  If you are SERIOUS about making real money online, you need to GET A MENTOR!  Find someone that is working a business online FULL-TIME & can help you find your niche.  Don’t jump into just any company.  Weigh your options, research the company/it’s owner thoroughly before joining anything!

Check out my free mentorship company: www.5ktrainer.com.

OR click on my video: Start Up Hype

Pre-Launch Australia is a joke…don’t buy into the hype!  Pre-Launch Australia will have you spinning your wheels!

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Jul 30, 2011 | 0 comments | View Post
5K Inner Circle: On-Line Marketing Training!

5K Inner Circle: On-Line Marketing Training!

Andrew Carnegie said it best when he declared, “Teamwork is the ability to work together toward a common vision. The ability to direct individual accomplishments toward organizational objectives. It is the fuel that allows common people to attain uncommon results.”

I believe the same is true, even when you work for yourself from home. We all benefit from being apart of a team that inspires, encourages, mentors, and keeps us accountable. In fact, if we become an island to ourselves, and forsake the accountability/input of others, we’re setting ourselves up for failure. Working alone in isolation can cause our passion for what we do each day to fizzle! We need others who are motivated, positive, who we can learn from, and who are on the same journey. This is why Jerry Maurer & I created the ’5K Inner Circle.’

What is the 5K Inner Circle? It’s a team of highly motivated on-line marketers who will train you on how to close your sales & teach you different marketing techniques to bring YOUR business to the next level. We are looking for marketers who are willing to learn, put training into action, are committed (do not jump from program to program), and positive!

Are you ready to join the circle of trust? Visit our website at: www.5kinnercircle.com or give me a call: Mark Stephens 909.748.5705.

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Oct 05, 2010 | 9 comments | View Post
Team Mark & Jerry: Two Guys Helping One Marketer at a Time!

Team Mark & Jerry: Two Guys Helping One Marketer at a Time!

In my previous posts, I’ve referred to my primary goal in marketing: teaming with others to help them succeed in their own businesses. I know that this sounds very general, but I believe we only keep what we give away. With that in mind, I’ve worked on my game plan for training others for quite a while now. Some questions I struggled with were: How do I help others in my circle of influence? What do I have to pass on that can better someone else?

I knew training was what I wanted to do…it’s what I enjoy. I’m the interpersonal guy. It’s been said that I could sell water to fish, ice to Eskimos, etc, etc. Yes, sales comes easy to me & I enjoy selling, but I generally just enjoy meeting & connecting with new people…especially those who are on the same wavelength as me (with business or life).

The awesome thing is, in my marketing journey, I came across a guy who is very much on the same page as me…regarding vision, work ethic, and interests. The awesome thing is that he’s more gifted in the technical area than I am. So we offer a great balance. His name is Jerry Maurer & he we have teamed up to offer quality training to marketers on-line. Check out our website: www.teammarkandjerry.com.

We have a Team Mark & Jerry training call every Tuesday night & teach REAL marketing strategies that will put $$$ into your bank account! We focus on hands-on training, role playing with customers, how to master your marketing, closing sales, overcoming objections, marketing tools that we recommend, etc. That’s every Tuesday (6pm Pac Time/9pm Eastern). If you’d like to join us, dial 605.477.2100 & enter access code: 602265# (You must dial the 605 number even after logging into the webroom).

We also offer a Webinar portion: http://meetwith.me/coachjerry/web/ and enter the room w/your name as an attendee.

Our trainings are fun, educational, and EYE OPENING! Get ready to take your business to the next level! The Team Mark & Jerry Show will also air on BLOG TALK RADIO every Tues. 9pm EST. Call in details: Dial 347.637.2360 @ 9pm ESTEnter the LIVE chat here: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attentionnetworkers

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Sep 11, 2010 | 11 comments | View Post
Marketing On-line: The Importance of Follow-Up

Marketing On-line: The Importance of Follow-Up

Whether it’s forgetfulness, impatience, fear, complacency or just pure laziness, a common mistake marketers make is failing to follow up. This is one area I’ve really focused on improving early on in my sales/marketing experience, and now it’s become one of my strong points. I’ve actually been called a ‘pit bull’ by some customers because I continue to call & check back with them…sometimes for several months to a year! I call this ‘persistence over resistance.’

The way I see it, if you don’t follow up on your leads & just walk away, you’re leaving money on the table. You might as well just hand over your wallet because you’re throwing away hundreds of dollars when you waste a good lead. That’s money that you’re taking away from your family!

Some ask, “So, when do you stop following up on a lead?” The answer is simple: either when the person hangs up on you, straight out tells you ‘NO,’ or dies. Otherwise, that lead could be a potential customer.

Is it necessary to do a full sales pitch on each follow up? No. The first few calls are usually focused on asking the customer questions (in order to identify what tool/opportunity will best fit their needs), and giving them information on what you’re promoting. The follow-up calls can be a conversation as simple as, “Hey Bob, this is Mark Stephens. I was just calling to see how you were doing & if you’re ready to get on board….”

Believe it or not, the most important part of that phone call will be the part where you shutup and LISTEN. So many marketers jump the gun & try to sell, sell, sell. Keep in mind, the point of follow-up is to build a repor with the person…not to scare them away.

Listen attentively & take notes, so that in the next phone call, you can let them know you care by asking, “Hey, how’s your son by the way? Last time we talked, things were kind of hectic & stressful for you when he was in the hospital.” People appreciate being recognized as a human and not just a sale. I’m a firm believer in ‘using things to help people…not using people to get things.’ I can’t tell you how many times I’ve done a follow-up call to check in, and ended the call by praying with someone about something they’re going through. This is more valuable than a couple bucks, and it can lead to a long term, quality business relationship.

Follow-up is crucial because only 90% of marketers will call a person 3 times, and then they quit in their impatience. If you’re disciplined enough to continue following up beyond that point, you’re going to reap the benefits that they’ve left behind. Months down the road, a person who wasn’t in the right mind frame to get on board with you, may have had a shift in their life that frees them up to join in your venture. It’s all about timing!

For more information, give me a call at 909.748.5705.

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May 17, 2010 | 28 comments | View Post

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