Friday, November 28, 2008

People Search Niche Is Hot

By Samantha Carterson

Are you looking for a simple, easy way to make money online without going into debt up to your ears? The people search niche is the answer. Did you know that about one third of all searches online are people related? People perform searches for different reasons -- to find a lost relative or search for an old classmate or maybe just to check up on somebody. Maybe they do it because it's just so darned easy. People searching is a hot topic, and the trend is expected to continue to grow. People searching has become a huge niche market.

So how do you get your own people search engine? I suggest that you do it the easy way by joining an affiliate program. You could create your own like Tissa Godavitarne did, but he spent a few years and over $100,000 creating his database and site. Acme People Search is the name of Tissa's company and in 2007 he made $1.6 million from affiliate commissions. He does something that the others don't do; he will give you proof. You can call him, or stop by his office and he will show you in person. I am basically skeptical, so that means a lot to me.

What happens after you join a people search affiliate program? And how in the world do you make money with a search engine that is free for people to use? Well, the answer is in the links on the site. A good affiliate program should offer several ways to earn -- from subscription sites as well as Adsense and other advertising programs and perhaps even other affiliate programs. And that's how money is made on free people search engines.

What do I do to get people to visit my site? How can I effectively market my people search engine? Well, the most effective marketing is with Google and Yahoo ads, but if you choose the right affiliate program, they might throw in some free advertising for you. I know of at least one that does that. And it's really essential that your affiliate program provide you with good training, as well. After all, they are making money, so they know what works and what doesn't. Ad campaigns do not have to be expensive to work.

I've told you what I know about the people search niche. I wish you success in whatever online business you pursue. - 16003

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