The following tip is one of THE most important for a beginner, especially one on a low budget.

Hello everyone, I was going to spend this weekend playing some more much needed catch-up, but I just can’t hold this much longer.

As you know, my principle goal is somewhat of an adviser to those direct sellers that are trying to *take it online*.

This is a particular question I see everywhere, and often. Whether it be forums and message boards or through social networking, it is continually asked…and it scares the jeepers out me every time…

“Where can I find a really cheap or free alternative to…..” and they mention very select things. Things that you should most certainly not go free or *cheapo* on.

Things that are key components to an online business to which going FREE will cost you TIME & MONEY in the long run…..not to mention too many hassles and headaches to count.

Everyone who has a website knows, or should know, that to have sales, sign-ups or whatever; you must have traffic, but not just any traffic it has to be TARGETED TRAFFIC.

What is Targeted traffic? Simply put, it is visitors to your website that are actually interested in what your website is about.

For example, people interested in buying jewelry will find jewellery websites interesting.

I know I know, you’re thinking “duh, no kidding!” well, you’d be surprised to find out how many don’t follow the simplest of logic. How do I GET the targeted traffic? Ah yes, the 64 thousand dollar question indeed! The following are just a few of many tried and tested methods. Certainly enough to get you started…

Forums: Subscribe to forums that discuss your topic. Answer questions and join in the debates there. Become an expert in the field. Then with each article reply you write have a discreet link to your website in the signature file.