2010/10/01

Article Marketing - Follow the Hot Trends


Any time that you run out of ideas for your article writing, all you have to do is turn on the television and watch the news. Find out about what is going on around the world. A good way to write an article that will capture the attention of your readers is to tie it in with popular events or personalities. This helps because you are extending the conversation that is already occurring in the reader's mind.

You can try to work the name of the event or the person into your article title, for example, "How To Market Yourself Like Donald Trump" or "Lessons About Bad Publicity That You Can Learn From Britney Spears". If you do this, make sure that your article is actually related to the title. Otherwise you will lose credibility. A catchy title is always effective to entice the reader to read the rest of your article.

Google Trends

So how do you track down these hot trends? On of the sites I like to visit to get a pulse on the most popular topics of the day is Google Trends (google.com/trends). If you click on the link for "hot trends" you will be able to see daily trends based on what people are searching for on the internet. Most of the time you will see a lot of celebrities and current events that are in the news.

Use BlogSearch

Once you have identified a hot trend, you can find out more by checking in on what bloggers have to say about it. You can do this by searching through Google's BlogSearch (blogsearch.google.com). Just type in the search term and you can sort the results by the time span in which the posts were published. If something is really popular, you can even search for posts that are published within the last hour.

Once you have identified the the topic you want to write about, using BlogSearch is a good way to scan through what others are saying about it. Then you can apply your own perspective to come up with your original article. Be sure to include a resource link to your website so that the reader can get more information by signing up to your email list.

If your article happens to rank well in the search engines, your effort will pay off nicely. You will start to see a stream of free traffic coming from the search engine results. A little bit of leg work and some effort you put into writing the articles will translate to residual traffic over time as long as your article is ranked in the search engines.








About the author:

Hock is interested in all aspects of internet marketing. If you enjoyed this article, you will find more reviews of internet marketing tools at the Marketing Tools Review blog where topics such as pay-per-click advertising and generating an income through affiliate marketing are discussed.


Frills and Ruffles Are This Years Hot Trend


This season it is easy to spot one of the hottest styles, just look to the feet. There are so many shoes adorned with layers upon layers of ruffles and flowers. You will see the frills on ballet flats to boots to the highest of heels. These ruffles and flowers add the needed punch to any outfit without being over the top. Go out and buy a great pair (or two) of frilly shoes and wear them with the all of the clothes in your closet.

If you are looking for a simple basic flat but need some detail besides perhaps a basic bow, then you might be interested in French Sole Season ballet flats. The Season is an update of their ever popular Sloop shoe but with more detail. These wonderful ballet flats come in many colors are adorned with a multi layer flower that is the same color of the shoes so it adds the needed subtle punch to the shoes. It works with so many outfits and the frill will not overpower any of them.

Have you found the perfect little black dress for this season's holiday parties and are looking to make your statement with a great pair of heels? Elizabeth & James, one of the hottest growing shoe lines, makes one of my favorite shoes for the season. Their Risky Ruffle suede pumps have frills in both the front and the back of the shoe so you will be noticed from any direction. The ruching in the front with small suede covered buttons draws the eye down, and once you turn around it is hard not to see the delicate ruffles featured.

If you are looking for a great pair of heels with a little more edge though, then the Report Dante Zip Edge Sandals is what you are looking for. These sexy satin heels have close to a 5 inch heel and have a zipper edged organza feature in the front. These shoes are the perfect balance of the feminine satin and the rocker zipper edge. You will not go wrong with these shoes and they will be a great conversation starter no matter the place.








Jim writes for Heels and Steals Fashion Blog
Fashion Blog


Hot Trends For Fall 2010


With fall right around the corner, it's time to gear up and find the newest trends of 2010. This year's fall fashion collection will consist of all sorts of gemstone jewelry, more silk scarves, classic cardigans and tuxedo jackets. Of course leggings will be a hit once again as well. Fall fashion is the best time of year as we get to dress with layers as the weather cools off.

It's quite common that fashionable women ramp up for the new season with buying a whole new wardrobe. However, I believe in buying a few pieces that really make a statement but can be worn in many different ways. Read on for some ideas of how to make use of this fall's hottest pieces.

Let's start with scarves. Scarves can be used in a number of different ways while keeping you warm. Scarves are made with many different materials including silk, cotton, cashmere and more. The same scarf can be worn in several different ways and depending on how you wear the scarf can completely change the look.

Since scarves come in all sorts of designs using different textures, they can look great with any style. It's an easy way to layer up and get some warmth. If you're going for the edgy look, then you'll want to go for the loose look around the neck. This basically says you didn't have to try to make it look good! It should be held together through a loop, but keeps it looking funky.

For a cleaner and more sophisticated look, it can be worn to represent a tie. This is a great option for an event or even a business meeting.

Now let's touch on tuxedo jackets as these are one of my favorite pieces. I'm so glad they're back in style! I'm also a fan of boyfriend jeans, so to no surprise I love the tuxedo jacket for women. The tuxedo jacket gives every lady an extremely sexy, yet sophisticated look. Since the tuxedo jacket is a tailored look, this can be worn in several different ways.

It can be dressed up for an evening out or it can be worn in the office. It all depends on what you wear it with. Nobody would wear a boyfriend jacket to work, but since this is a more tailored and chic option, you can definitely pull it off. The jacket would look best with slim pants and black high heels. Under the jacket you can wear several different options, including a blouse. For an edgy look, wear the jacket with a pear of skinny jeans and a funky t-shirt.

Now that falls right around the corner make sure you go and find some of these essentials. You'll feel great wearing your tuxedo jacket or beautiful scarf!








This author is a fashion expert and spends much of her free time writing on different fashion trends/supplies. She recently wrote about her favorite nail polish display and some of her favorite colors. One color in style this fall is black nail polish.


Pink Laptops Are a Hot Trend in the Marketplace


You go to a school or any public place and you will see people using pink laptops. Men and women are actually using them. Women use these colored laptops for obvious reasons while men use them for style.

The proliferation of pink laptops in the marketplace just manifests that they are actually becoming a hot item. People take notice of them. More users are getting attracted to them and eventually see its beauty. Laptops have always been a symbol of luxury ever since its introduction to the market. The prices of these gadgets explain it. However, that concept is now changing. Laptop computers are coming out in different designs and specifications in order to give buyers a wide range of selection. Some of them are very affordable even young boys and girls can actually save their daily allowance to buy them.

Yes, the outward appearance means a lot to laptop users. At this modern age, people are not getting comfortable with just being one of the crowds. They wanted to be different. They wanted to make a statement and break the monotony of using black laptops. This desire is being answered by the computer world by offering a new option, the colored laptops.

Colored laptops prove to be a hit. Many buyers were attracted to them. However, pink laptops seem to attract the most. You must be wondering why?

Pink laptops stirred the entire computer world. They were selling like hot cakes. Young and old people, boys and girls, men and women were dying to own one. It revolutionizes the way we look at laptops. Although the traditional black laptops are still in the market, a good percentage is being taken by the colored ones.

These laptops are never inferior to the black ones. In fact they share exactly the same specification as their black counterparts. The prices are also the same. The cheaper models are also coming out with colored ones.

What do you get from these pink laptops if they are just the same as their black counterparts? Well, for one, they are fashionable. People naturally tend to look different. They prefer to work in an environment that makes them at ease and comfortable. For some, black is a boring color. For many, colors make them dynamic and enthusiastic. It offers a different perspective in many things. You will easily notice the difference when you see the colored background of your computer while working.

People love to jazz up the things they use. They always wanted to express what is inside them. They paint their jeans, jackets and practically anything that they find could serve as an outlet. Well, laptops are not exempted. Laptops are gadgets after all. Accessories are also coming out to spice up the look of your laptops. Laptop bags and pouches are coming out in very fashionable designs. Sometimes, you will never guess that these bags actually contain a laptop.

With this present trend pink laptops will continue to flood the market. Computer companies will surely try their best to keep pace with the growing demand for them. Do not be surprised if you see more of them with better designs at a lower price soon out in the marketplace.








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2010/09/30

Wheatgrass - Hot Trend For Health, Beauty and Profitability!


Wheatgrass is a healthy super food that has been used traditionally in cultures around the world. Today, research scientists and medical doctors are praising its disease-fighting, age-defying properties. Wheatgrass juice has become the trendy new way to keep illness and old age at bay. There is a strong commercial potential in the small scale growing of wheatgrass. It can be grown on a large scale in special growing sheds with controlled lighting and other desired conditions. Most health shops would welcome a regular supply of fresh wheatgrass.

Young wheatgrass shoots are extremely vital. Wheatgrass is a complete whole-food with enzymes, amino acids, phytochemicals, vitamins and chlorophyll working in perfect harmony to help rid the body of toxins and creating overall good health. Wheatgrass juice is made from the young blades of the wheat plant. It can be expressed in a wheatgrass juicer, or the grass can be blended in a blender with water (raw honey, edible flower, etc. Are optional) and strained to make a refreshing, nutritional drink. And it is not only the juice that makes wheatgrass worth its title of "green-gold". Derivatives of wheat are currently being used in many cosmetic houses because of their antioxidant and vitamin E properties. These and other properties in wheat, and especially wheatgrass, are powerful allies in the fight against aging skin.

Wheatgrass - what is it? Wheatgrass is sprouted wheat kernels that have been allowed to grow to 7 inches for 7 to 14 days (depending on warmth), either indoors or outdoors in trays or in the open ground. Wheatgrass is easy to grow. Soak a few cups of wheat kernels in water for about 12 hours, strain the seeds and spread them gently on top of trays (with holes in the bottom) containing organic compost. Spray softly with water, and cover with cardboard or board. Water a little everyday, keeping the germinating seeds covered until you see the young shoots emerging. Now place the trays uncovered, in a protected light/shade spot. Continue watering for a further 7 to 14 days. Your wheatgrass is ready for harvest!

An important by-product of wheatgrass production is the wheatgrass mat. When wheatgrass is cut down to the roots for use, the mat with its developing root-system can be used to great effect for promoting the fertility of the soil in any part of the garden. It is valued for revitalizing dead soil. It can be used on sites such as abandoned mines and areas of soil erosion. This material goes to work aerating the soil and introducing a friendly microbial population of earthworms. The soil becomes balanced, and reflects a good acid/alkaline ratio, improving 'moist bulk density', and providing important nutrients like nitrogen, potassium, and phosphorous, in organic form.

The production of 'live' soil is profitable! Market your own... Composting gains you almost 4 times in direct, quantifiable benefits for every $, ?, etc. you invest.

'Live' soil feed plants organically in a balanced way. Quality organic humus is cheaper (if you make your own), and safer than chemical fertilizers and supports long-term soil fertility.








This article is adapted from my book, Wheatgrass: Superfood for a New Millennium, published by Vital Health Publishing. Brand: Square One Publishers. USA.


Google Hot Trends - How to Monetize Google Hot Trends


So how am I going to monetize this hot trend? What affiliate deals are available that caters to this Jessica Simpson fan audience that may appeal to them?

I'm going to run ads on my blog with my keyword rich post in it about this hot trend for people to click on and buy from a company I am affiliated with by virtue of an affiliate contract. You can become affiliated with hundreds of affiliate programs for free; however usually 4 or 5 will do along with Google AdSense.

I will provide links later where you can find tons of affiliate programs. Just remember, the more you are affiliated with, the more complicated your hot trends business becomes. You want to look for affiliate programs that can cover a wide range of products but still pay half way decent commissions.

I will not be expounding on the ins and outs of each affiliate program or how to work them. That is another project guide worth of information. Just remember, the simpler the system is to insert appropriate ads, the better for your business.

The only way you will learn which affiliate or Pay Per Click program (Like Google AdSense), to use with any given hot trend is by actually using them, testing them and keeping track of your testing.

The reason no one could possible teach you exactly which affiliate program will be best for which hot trend is the trends change in real time and the affiliate programs vary so much, as to the variables within each plan it is almost impossible to match the perfect affiliate, PPC or even CPA program with a hot trend. You will learn to develop and use your own judgment. However if you stick with these basic programs you can still make good money. The more you refine your process of matching hot trends with other ways of monetizing your hot trend blog, the more money you will make.








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Become an Online Casino Affiliate Marketer: Cashing in on a Hot Trend


The World Wide Web is a virtual realm full of opportunities to make real money. One of the easiest and risk free ways of doing this is to join an affiliate marketing program. Whilst it may sound like a daunting or even a strange idea, but you can turn clicks on your page into cash in your pocket. In exchange for bringing in customers by way of the links on your website, other sites and businesses are willing to reward generously. One of the most rewarding of these is the online gaming sector and more potently virtual casinos.

The online casino industry is thriving at the moment as it has been for some years now. From a simple conversion from real life to virtual realm, there has surfaced a multi-billion dollar industry. As in any large industry be it offline or online there are always huge amounts of competition for the customers. Thanks to the portability of the Internet and its accessibility, the online casinos can draw in thousands of players to join up and spend money. With a whole new generation reaching 18 everyday there is a never-ending potential market for the online casinos. In some ways people may label them exploitative, but in truth they are actually providing a service, something that clearly interests a great number of people. Each and every day sites coax in new players, offering huge sign-up bonuses and other deals. But without the hundreds of affiliates they employ, the casinos would no doubt falter.

You see as an affiliate, you can effectively turn your site into a shrine dedicated to your adverts or just have them as peripheral apparel; it's up to you. Depending on how you market both yourself and then the links, you can become a successful affiliate businessperson or simply earn a little bit of cash on the side. There is no doubt though that picking the right industry for your site is one of the key underlining factors in becoming a successful affiliate. If you back an industry that is flagging or has only a niche market, probability suggests that attracting customers to those sites will be increasingly difficult. Therefore assign yourself to an affiliate program with the huge potential power of online casinos, and you and your site could soon be reaping the benefits of a healthy monthly pay package.

The real joy of affiliate marketing is that there is no real risk involved. As long as you have some webspace and a little bit of text you can become an affiliate. The only sign up that you need to do is with an affiliate forum who acts as a kind of go-between for the casinos and affiliates, or just going straight in and finding the sites you want to represent themselves. You don't even need to do any of the advertising, most affiliate programs will give you a range of marketing tools unique to your site to help bring in and locate the customers you have bought to a site. Once you have signed up all a website owner needs to do is sit and wait for the clicks to come, and then for the clicks to turn into cash. Affiliate marketing truly is a revolutionary form of advertising it offers every person on the Internet a cut of the action. But best of all in casino affiliate programs a website owner can earn a percentage of all the money a player they draw in creates. All this for no up front investment and little or no effort, it really is a simple and successful way to make money.








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