http://davidfiske.com/ David Fiske Affiliate Marketing Blog en http://davidfiske.com/skins/base/rss20comment.png http://davidfiske.com/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/efuXW6clIME/ Comment from [David] --- @Ed - Thought the same. I hope places like Amazon, Play or iTunes release information about how many people have gone and bought a CD or DVD. I imagine truckloads have been sold in the last 24 hours alone. As for profiting from this, I imagine there will be a few who see it as an opportunity. There's also a few places losing money from this turn of events. I saw sponsored ads this morning on Amazon for guaranteed Michael Jackson tickets . @Darren - He still dominates Amazon's top 10 a day later. I imagine he will do all weekend if not longer. Someone on TV said the impact of his death is comparable to Princess Diana or Elvis, hence the CD and DVD sales as well as the TV documentaries. Sat, 27 Jun 2009 11:24:24 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=601#584 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/BUzRvRzHebs/ Comment from [Darren : http://www.moneyoffcodes.com] --- The album and video stores on iTunes are very much the same. I would say there is a good chance for some Michael Jackson singles and albums to appear in the top 10 this weekend if not the number one spot. I have also noticed the TV listings are full of programs dedicated to him tonight. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 23:11:18 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=601#582 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/edDev51BB8s/ Comment from [Ed] --- How many affiliates will start promoting Michael Jackson keywords though? I won't as I wouldn't wish to profit from the death of someone but I suppose it is how you interpret things. I was just looking to add some DVDs to my Lovefilm list and he tops the top 5 DVDs, the general sector not the music one either. Amazing. The sad thing about this whole thing in my opinion is the money generated from all the royalties after his death could have easy solved all the financial problems beforehand and not have caused him to do the concerts and be sued etc that no doubt led to his early death. No doubt there will be more to run on this story yet. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 22:06:30 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=601#583 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/SK02FqrYHRc/ Comment from [Kamal Panhwar : http://travel.amazinglink.com] --- I like the idea, special just like heaven for affiliates. Please let me where to download to test it, and when are you finalizing it for public. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:26:23 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=586#581 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/syR2Fml1o3E/ Comment from [Kamal : http://travel.amazinglink.com] --- Well I really did not know about, but this is nice Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:08:17 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=588#580 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/krlprSmGq8Y/ Comment from [David] --- @Joe - That's where I started with http://www.orlandofloridaho... - write about somewhere you've been to and expand outwards. With regards to WP templates, I couldn't find anything suitable so crafted mine myself. Try searching Google for Wordpress template travel or take a look at sites such as http://www.smashingmagazine... which give free WP templates away. I see the problem you're having with the SunPress script. Try taking away the Javascript banner half way down the page - that may help. Alternatively, use a narrower one. Hope this helps. Fri, 05 Jun 2009 11:09:57 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=588#579 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/Z5sNDz9P4BQ/ Comment from [Joe : http://hammamettunisia.co.uk/] --- I'm dabbling with PPC. I've set my limits to £1 per day but that only gets me 12 or clicks a day and that doesn't usually generate a sale. My quality score always seems to be a 7 for my sites which is ok but not good enough to be paying 5p per click and still be on page 1! Thu, 04 Jun 2009 14:24:58 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=523#578 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/oTfVz4Gx7VI/ Comment from [Joe : http://hammamettunisia.co.uk/] --- Looks really good, I'd use it when I'm up and running. Thu, 04 Jun 2009 12:22:16 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=586#577 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/ApZA-qUOBnk/ Comment from [Joe : http://hammamettunisia.co.uk/] --- Thanks for the information. Don't think I could customise mine like that but will give it a shot. Cheers Thu, 04 Jun 2009 12:03:08 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=590#575 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/OURos0DoLQE/ Comment from [Joe : http://hammamettunisia.co.uk/] --- Love that site! I am trying to make my first travel/holiday site. I am going to do a review of the resort I went to for my holidays and link to various hotels in the resort via SunShine. Just at the stage of trying to find a WP theme that will suit my needs which is proving quite hard! Having trouble with the SunShine search boxes though. Any chance you could have a look? Thu, 04 Jun 2009 11:28:10 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=588#576 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/Piop2i-hv_w/ Comment from [David] --- @Lammo - I've tinkered with the core files which is certainly a risk. I've had to change the version number to prevent it being automatically upgraded. Naturally, the downside is that I can't upgrade without re-hacking the code. Hopefully the conversions will outweigh this minor inconvenience :-) Thu, 14 May 2009 12:13:46 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=590#574 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/JojUagbWQa4/ Comment from [David] --- @Rob Barham - The date is the same as what is output in the original script, it's just formatted differently. I certainly take your comments on board, having been longhaul twice in the 12 months (ooh, look at me!) and have gotten easily confused about the return date :-) Thu, 14 May 2009 12:11:22 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=590#573 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/xbdj4XtX_CE/ Comment from [Lammo : http://www.lammo.net] --- Just read Part One which probably answers my questions lol - trust me to do everything back to front! I'm going to have a good play with this tomorrow, and I'll let you know how I get on! Wed, 13 May 2009 23:39:19 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=590#572 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/H3J8I1f6fIo/ Comment from [Lammo : http://www.lammo.net] --- Wow - Loving what you've done with Sunpress David! How did you make these changes? Have you just hacked the wp-sunshine.php file? And wouldn't that be overwritten, losing all your changes when you upgrade to the next version of Sunpress? Wed, 13 May 2009 23:30:59 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=590#571 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/l2moA7KMx-0/ Comment from [Rob Barham : http://affiliate4travel.co.uk/] --- Really nice work David. It's also more consistent with sunshine.co.uk who the customer completes their booking with so that's good. Just a thought : I would be a bit cautious on the text about the flights though with your longhaul honeymoon deals - just because of the way passengers, in my experience with real customers, often get really confused about the extra day required for their flight with the time difference and everything it's typical to land +1day Wed, 13 May 2009 21:00:15 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=590#570 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/I7TvW9H_y7I/ Comment from [Rob Barham : http://affiliate4travel.co.uk/] --- Looks really nice David. The secret of a good converting travel website is one that answers all the customers questions , helps them make their mind up, and looks trustworthy (like a travel agent). I hope it goes well for you. Wed, 13 May 2009 20:47:19 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=588#569 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/FIfIP4zRJOw/ Comment from [David] --- @Jesse - The easiest way is to choose a search box from http://www.sunshine.co.uk/a... The only difference with these are that the search is conducted on the Sunshine site rather than your blog. Wed, 13 May 2009 10:58:58 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=582#568 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/02HivSVXNKw/ Comment from [jesse] --- how i can manually add the search engine in my sidebar without using widget? what are the code that i should copy in the sidebar.php Tue, 12 May 2009 15:06:15 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=582#567 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/d2F-3SiUaoU/ Comment from [Nadeem - Azam Marketing : http://www.azam.info/] --- Your predictions were right. David, if you are not aware of any agency to vote for, you can always consider us (Azam Marketing). Cheers! P.S. always enjoy reading yoru blog. Mon, 11 May 2009 22:53:31 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=581#566 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/kzNv3B_BjRE/ Comment from [David] --- Round 2 is open and I'm happy to report that all my suggestions have made it through. My round 2 voting is as above. Fingers crossed to Awin, Chris Clarkson and Lammo. Mon, 11 May 2009 12:58:42 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=581#565 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/bJKKltHU-MM/ Comment from [Rob Barham : http://affiliate4travel.co.uk] --- Hi David, I think it looks very useful. I like the sound of the control panel for deeplinking and changing networks. Mon, 04 May 2009 23:47:03 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=586#563 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/yCSDhoFK8bg/ Comment from [Cape Verde Hotels : http://capeverdehotels.org.uk] --- Hi David I thought married life might have pulled you away! I'd be willing to have a trial with the plugin. I have at least two travel sites I could give it a go with - neither are sunPress - I do have another one with sunPress as well though. One of the merchants I work with runs their own programme so I presume it would also work with them. You can contact me via the site if you like. Look forward to hearing from you Karen Mon, 04 May 2009 23:25:51 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=586#564 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/yPKJqJtWFbg/ Comment from [Owain : http://www.famousandrich.com] --- I am a new comer to this site but I had to comment to say that LingsCars is the ugliest website I have ever seen. Whoever designed it should be shot. Obviously hasn't dented her profits though. Great site btw as I am obsessed with affiliate marketing right now. : ) Tue, 28 Apr 2009 21:58:29 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=149#562 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DavidFiskeComments/~3/fWFlEmCHpaw/ Comment from [Gab @ Promotional Codes : http://www.promotionalcodes.org.uk/promo-codes/hmv-promotion] --- Promo codes and vouchers will only cease when human nature ceases to seek value. So long as people are enticed by 3-for-2 deals and free shipping with orders over $X, discount promotions will continue to exist. The scammy side, unfortunately, will continue to exist as well. Con men, ex hypothesi, are a step ahead of the game and will always find loopholes to take advantage of things. The trick is to manage your affiliate program with business goals in mind such as higher AOV or greater units moved (eg to get a manufacturer's discount in turn). Tue, 28 Apr 2009 05:52:07 -0400 http://davidfiske.com/?itemid=382#561