Affiliate since: 06/14/2012, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Scott's 32 other Ask SC answers

We just ran a free ad on Ebay with a link to the ECA page. There are many places you can advertise for free that get wonderful attention such as Craigs List. Do a little research. I found a ton of free advertising resources on a Squidoo blog someone wrote called promoting-your-website-to-millions-of-people-for-free and used some of that info too. I hope some of these ideas help you.

Affiliate since: 12/31/1969, Power Rank: 99999999

For one thing, you need to establish trust first. Most stores don't allow soliciiting, so make sure there's not a no soliciting sign on the window. Then if not, you can ask to speak to the owner, or manager and ask them politely if they have a website. If they do, ask if they are making good sales online. If the answer is no, ask if they would mind taking a look at what you're doing. Show them your wave3 business cards of Triple Clicks flyers.

Keep in touch and find out how they're doing, just keep building their confidence.
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For one thing, you need to establish trust first. Most stores don't allow soliciiting, so make sure there's not a no soliciting sign on the window. Then if not, you can ask to speak to the owner, or manager and ask them politely if they have a website. If they do, ask if they are making good sales online. If the answer is no, ask if they would mind taking a look at what you're doing. Show them your wave3 business cards of Triple Clicks flyers.

Keep in touch and find out how they're doing,
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Affiliate since: 01/13/2006, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Michael's 101 other Ask SC answers

Try offline marketing by approaching your local businesses with ECA Brochures and X-Cards. Introduce them to Tripleclicks as ECAs and even help them register if you can.

Many 'bricks and mortar' businesses are finding it difficult to make profits at the moment and many do not have the skills or finances to operate their own eCommerce sites, and fees on sites such as eBay are too high to make it profitable. TC is a very good alternative for them because their products are promoted by affiliates so not only do they get their own online outlet but also a sales force to spread the word about their listings.

By introducing local businesses you can also support them by connecting and promoting their products. This will increase your reputation with local businesses which could bring more benefits such as sponsoring more affiliates.

Summary: Don't rely solely on the Internet for your ECA marketing. Get away from your computer and help local business.
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Try offline marketing by approaching your local businesses with ECA Brochures and X-Cards. Introduce them to Tripleclicks as ECAs and even help them register if you can.

Many 'bricks and mortar' businesses are finding it difficult to make profits at the moment and many do not have the skills or finances to operate their own eCommerce sites, and fees on sites such as eBay are too high to make it profitable. TC is a very good alternative for them because their products are promoted by affiliates
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Affiliate since: 01/23/2010, Power Rank: 225 | Read Val's 64 other Ask SC answers

Most people do something. Crafts to full stores, and the people without a physical storefront I find tend to be the most successful, focussing more time to build THIS storefront.

Talk to everyone, grandma who knirs mitts, to small entrepreneurs. Start close to home and work outward. ry all your PSA's, maybe they just never thought of it.

Affiliate since: 05/15/2011, Power Rank: 77 | Read Masood's 97 other Ask SC answers

Make a list of companies in your city, state, or country (and/or worldwide) you think would be good prospects for the ECA program. Get full postal addresses and/or phone numbers so you can mail literature and/or make phone calls if possible.

We can visit companies in our area, preparing ourself with pleasing personality & modern tools, meeting with decision makers, giving them ECA brochures & well managed presentation to convince them disclosing all the benefits at ECA.

Social medias, such as Facebook, Twitter, Ebay, Amazon etc can be used.
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Make a list of companies in your city, state, or country (and/or worldwide) you think would be good prospects for the ECA program. Get full postal addresses and/or phone numbers so you can mail literature and/or make phone calls if possible.

We can visit companies in our area, preparing ourself with pleasing personality & modern tools, meeting with decision makers, giving them ECA brochures & well managed presentation to convince them disclosing all the benefits at ECA.

Social
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Affiliate since: 10/27/2009, Power Rank: 99999999

This is an easy one. What business owner in his right mind won't jump at free advertising. You don't have to leave your house and you don't have to advertise anywhere. All you need is a telephone and the yellow pages. Just say that we have chosen to do a feature advertisement for their product or service for free. It works almost every time.

Affiliate since: 07/26/2007, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Williams's 638 other Ask SC answers

The best way to get ECAs is to target small shops near you first. Go and visit the shop. Become familiar with their offerings. If you are enthusiastic about their products as to speak with the manager and tell him/her about the ECA program. Let them decide if they want to participate. Just remember to grow your ECA members you can let your fingers do the walking - then all you have to do is reach out and touch the right merchant with your message. They are just a phone call or fax away. Create a script using the SFI affiliate center that works for you and call at least 20 merchants every day. Track and measure your results and make adjustments accordingly. You earn 10% on the commission volume they generate for LIFE! Good luck!
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The best way to get ECAs is to target small shops near you first. Go and visit the shop. Become familiar with their offerings. If you are enthusiastic about their products as to speak with the manager and tell him/her about the ECA program. Let them decide if they want to participate. Just remember to grow your ECA members you can let your fingers do the walking - then all you have to do is reach out and touch the right merchant with your message. They are just a phone call or fax away. Create
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Affiliate since: 12/31/1969, Power Rank: 99999999

Start with the businesses in your area that migh be a good fit. This will help you develop your own personal "script" and help you to get the business owner to understand the benefits of becoming an ECA. Banner ads and advertising on your own website work well. Networking amongst friends and family members is good - someone could have a hobby of making crafts that you are not aware of that would be a perfect fit.

Affiliate since: 03/14/2012, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Terry's 15 other Ask SC answers

Use all your resources. Personal contacts, leaving your cards in busy places, advertise on your website, blog, and look for free listing possibilities.

Affiliate since: 06/29/2012, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Alex's 1 other Ask SC answers

The first thing to do is take a walk in you town or city and look for companies, shops, industries and organizations that offer products and services you like, list them down, then approach the management to know who is concerned with advertisement and marketing. That way you can get the contact person and you can book for an appointment if you can't see him/her there and then.

Then go and talk to the person if you close the deal well and good; if not keep on persisting, finally you will get the right response.
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The first thing to do is take a walk in you town or city and look for companies, shops, industries and organizations that offer products and services you like, list them down, then approach the management to know who is concerned with advertisement and marketing. That way you can get the contact person and you can book for an appointment if you can't see him/her there and then.

Then go and talk to the person if you close the deal well and good; if not keep on persisting, finally you will
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