Many experts recommend using at least 2 anti-virus programs and 2 anti-spy programs. You can
get free spyware and anti-virus protection from AVG. There are several good paid programs also. Whatever protection you choose, remember to use. If it isn’t possible to set the software to
run automatically, make a habit of manually running it daily. Backup data and files regularly.
Set up one email account specifically for affiliate marketing. Free accounts are available at
yahoo and hotmail. Use this email address only when signing up for affiliate programs or managing pay per click accounts.
Get another email account to use when researching. Use this email address when signing up for
free newsletters, reports, etc. You don’t want to use your personal or business email addresses
because they’ll fill up fast.
Most merchants and affiliate programs give you the option of payment by check, automatic
deposit or PayPal. Some merchants use only PayPal. Some offer a variety of payment options. Sign up for a free PayPal account if you haven’t done so already. Use your affiliate email account for your Paypal email.
If you’ll be receiving commission checks by mail, you might want to get a Post Office Box if
you don’t already have one. Paychecks may be safer in the post office box than in the mail box.
o Anti-spy and Anti-virus software installed and running.
o Email address for Affiliate Marketing and Pay Per Click Ad Management.
o Email address for research, newsletters and general web surfing.
o Paypal account, if needed.
o Post Office Box, optional.
Getting Ideas
It’s been said that the hardest part of selling anything is deciding what to sell. The best place to
start is to consider what you know and what you live. Grab a sheet of paper and start listing
everything you enjoy. What are you passionate about? Do you have special skills? What about
hobbies or other interests?
