When you think of building an online income, you might picture funnels, emails, or a polished website.
But behind all the tech and tactics, there are three core pillars that hold it all together. Whether you're just starting or have been at it for a while, mastering these fundamentals will set you up for long-term success.
#1: Personal Philosophy: Your Mindset and Beliefs Matter
Letโs get realโyour mindset is the foundation of everything. Itโs not just about thinking positive or setting goals; itโs about your belief system and the standards you set for yourself.
Hereโs how I break it down:
- Faith: If youโre a faith-based entrepreneur, this is your compass. Faith isnโt just a โSunday thing.โ Itโs a daily guide that influences how you show up in your business, from interactions with customers to making tough decisions. For me, my faith is rooted in God, and I've learned that turning to Him for guidance is crucial for building a business grounded in integrity and purpose.
- Education: This isnโt about formal degrees but investing in yourself. Whether itโs books, courses, podcasts, or mentors, learning consistently will keep you ahead of the curve. The beauty of knowledge? Once youโve got it, itโs yours for life. Every book read, every video watched, adds a layer of skill that makes you more valuable in the marketplace.
- Continuous Improvement: This is about taking baby steps every day. Imagine if you read just one chapter of a book every day; thatโs 365 chapters by the yearโs end! With each new insight, youโre building a stronger, wiser you, brick by brick. Just like a house on a strong foundation.
#2: Irresistible Offer: The Secret Sauce to Standing Out
You could be a marketing wizard, but if your offer is lackluster, even the best sales tactics wonโt cut it.
Let's break it down:
- Know Your Audience: Dive deep into understanding your ideal customer. If youโre talking to everyone, youโre talking to no one. Find out their pain points, goals, and what keeps them up at night. Tools like ChatGPT can help you create a detailed customer avatar in seconds, allowing you to focus your message and make it resonate.
- Alignment: Your product or service needs to directly address your audienceโs specific problems. If youโre promoting a weight loss product, for example, get specific about the results theyโre after and how your product meets that need.
- Be Unique: The marketplace is crowded, and you need a unique angle. What makes you different? AI tools like ChatGPT are amazing for brainstorming ways to stand out. Even if youโre promoting an affiliate product, adding unique bonuses can give you an edge over competitors.
#3: Customer Journey: Crafting a Simple, Effective Sales Funnel
A lot of folks get stuck here, thinking they need a 10-step funnel to make sales. Not true! Simple funnels often work best, leading your prospect from awareness to purchase without overwhelming them.
- Lead Generation: Start with a โslice of the pieโ lead magnet. Give your audience a taste of the value you can offer in exchange for their email. Remember, people wonโt hand over their contact info without seeing real value in return.
- Nurturing: Once youโve got the lead, build trust. Use emails, videos, and social media content to connect with your audience. Consistent, value-driven communication keeps you top of mind and helps build a relationship that goes beyond just sales.
- Conversion: This is where the magic happens. Once trust is established, start making offers. Whether itโs through emails, webinars, or direct messages, understand their needs and present your offer as the solution theyโve been looking for.
Conclusion
These three componentsโmindset, an irresistible offer, and a clear customer journeyโare like the legs of a sturdy table; they create a foundation that will support all the strategies and tactics you layer on top.
Master these, and youโre setting yourself up for long-term, scalable success.
Remember, while the online world can sometimes feel like an endless maze of โshiny objectsโ and โquick fixes,โ (ask me how I knowโฆlol) the truth is that success boils down to these fundamentals.
Your personal philosophy is your anchor, guiding you through tough days and fueling your drive to grow.
Crafting an irresistible offer means youโre creating real value that truly helps people, which is the heart of any successful business. And designing a simple customer journey helps you serve those people efficiently and effectively, transforming leads into loyal customers.
So, whatโs the next step?
Take a good look at each of these components and ask yourself where you might need a tune-up. Start with the foundationโyour mindsetโand make sure youโre building from a place of strength.
Then, make your offer irresistible, and design a journey thatโs as simple as it is effective.
The best part? Once youโve got these essentials in place, youโre not just surviving in the online worldโyouโre thriving.
Youโll be positioned to adapt to new platforms, trends, and technologies with confidence because youโll know your business is built on rock-solid principles.
What are your thoughts? Leave a comment and let me know if I left something out or if this helped clarify it for you.
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Additional Resources
โ HBA Funnel Builder โ Learn More Here
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โ Aweber Autoresponder - Learn More Here
Building an email list is ESSENTIAL to the longevity of your online business. If you are not sure where to start in the online marketing game, this is for sure the first tool you should invest in for your business. Aweber is considered the industry standard.
โ Magnetic Sponsoring Book - Learn More Here
This book changed my perspective on how to market online. I will NEVER market any other way online because of Magnetic Sponsoring. If you're in Network Marketing/Direct Sales, this book should be required reading.
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1 Response to "The 3 Core Fundamental Components to Making Money Online"
Wow, Mark! There is so much in here. I love it and its like a mirror of myself of what I still lackโฆ like big timw. I am going to take notes on what you have said so on some, I can improve. But to be honest there is a lot to digest.
I DO have ChatGPT which is awesome in English and Spanish. I told it what I thought mu avatar is. But I should ask Chat. I have ideas for Lives and Chat still can teach me reels. Anyway, all of this is good. Thsnks