10
The Top 8 Online Business Mistakes

New To Internet Business? Avoid these 8 Online Business Mistakes.

In school, I learned that making mistakes was bad. If I got a calculation wrong or could not give the correct answer that the teacher wanted, I would get penalized. I am sure that you can relate to this.

I had learned that when it comes to an online business, making mistakes was an absolute necessity to ‘going forward.’  Sounds strange, doesn’t it?

If I did not make these mistakes, then I would not have known, what is really needed in order to make an online business work.

So, I decided to share with you, my top 8 business mistakes. Rather think of them as 8 ways (if implemented) that can help steer your online business onto the right path by avoiding some pitfalls.

Not to say, that you will NOT make any mistakes of your own. It may be easier said than done, but when you realize that you have made a mistake, just think of it as a ‘blessing in disguise.‘

Let me start with my first mistake, which has to do with the naming of your business.

COMMON ONLINE BUSINESS MISTAKES- TRY TO AVOID THESE!

MISTAKE 1: Registering An Incorrect Domain Name

When you first start your online business, you may experience a couple of emotions. That’s totally normal.Why do you need a domain name of your own?

The most common of these being, both scared and excited at the same time. It is during exciting moments like those that you can easily make a mistake of registering a domain name incorrectly.

When you search for a domain name and find something that you like, make sure that,

  • it’s correctly spelled (go through it ten times if you have to),
  • its got no branded (or trade) company name included, (or else all your hard work could end up in a lawsuit later on),
  • the grammar is correct, and
  • the URL makes sense.

All too often in that excitement, we can get carried away and rush out to buy the domain name and then realize that a ‘letter’ or a ‘word’ is missing.

END RESULT: You end up sitting with a domain name that you cannot use or sell.

Interested in learning more, check this link out,

⇒WHY, DO YOU NEED A DOMAIN OF YOUR OWN?⇐

MISTAKE NR 2: THINKING THAT AN ONLINE BUSINESS IS QUICK MONEY

It is a common misconception that if you have an online business, that it ‘will work faster and consequently earn you money quicker,’ as opposed to a conventional brick and mortar enterprise. Online banking is quick and fast

Whilst things may be fast online, in order to deliver the end product quicker, such as,

  • online banking,
  • e-mail communications,
  • buying from Amazon, etc,

the same DOES NOT apply for an online business.

I am referring to the case of building a solid thriving online business. It will take TIME and SOME HARD WORK.

I can tell you from my experience that at the end of the day, it was well worth it. If you are prepared to persevere and go through the challenges when they arise, your hard work will not go unnoticed and neither will it have gone to waste.

Wealthy Affiliate Banner

 

 

MISTAKE NR 3: THINKING THAT AN ONLINE BUSINESS IS ONLY FOR THE TECHNICAL FOLKS

Gone are the days when coding was necessary to build a website. Today you can start building an online business WITHOUT needing any prior experience.How to market yourself online

I would recommend using a CMS (Content Management System), such as WordPress. Here are a couple of reasons as to why I say this. It has:

  • Plenty of free themes to choose from,
  • Over 10 0000 plug-ins available to improve website functionality,
  • No coding or ‘tech mumbo jumbo’ stuff to learn, and is
  • Easy to use 

Honestly speaking, I was very intimidated when I first started my online business.

I am a pharmacist by profession (read more about me here), and here I am talking to you about the internet business. Miles away from my health field.

Fast forward from three years ago, having known nothing about the internet business, to present day, where I have built 3 websites, I can say that I am proud of this achievement. So, if I can do it, then so can you.

Interested in wanting to know more, then check out the link below,

⇒How to build your own WordPress Website in 30 seconds HERE!(Video DEMO)⇐

MISTAKE 4: WANTING TO MAKE THINGS PERFECT

It can be a bit overwhelming knowing that your online business will be shared with the world out there.

Naturally, you would want things to look good and be presentable. Is Pure Leverage a Scam

Having said that, you may end up putting too much of your energy into your website design and concentrate on the ‘frills and thrills.’

Whilst this is a good thing to some extent, it can also harm your business.

How?

Well, if you make your website look like a ‘Christmas tree‘ with colours all over the place and banners here and there, it will not make for a very good USER EXPERIENCE(UX).

Think of it for a moment.

Let us assume that you visit a site with all these ‘many different things,’ going on in one place. Your attention WILL NOT be fully focused on the material at hand and you will become confused as to where to go to next. Am I right?

As a result, you leave the site. The site owner just lost an important client or customer.

The rule of thumb is: KISS (Keep It Super Simple).

Guide the reader to where you want them to go by making sure that ALL their attention is focused on your article from start to end.

Drop the necessary CTA (CALL TO ACTION) when it is appropriate to do so.

At the end of the day, people come to your site looking for information and have a need to be fulfilled. Give that solution through your content.

Here are some content writing tips for beginners, should you want to know more.

MISTAKE NR 5: WASTING TIME LOOKING AT STATS

This is one that I had a tough time with.

As you write up your content and publish your material on an ongoing basis, you start feeling a bit despondent.

The problem: you’re still not getting any ‘clicks’ to your site.

What do you do? You go onto Google Search console and check your stats. Not once, not twice, but perhaps three or four times a day!Are bitcoins a good investment

You want to know when your website is going to gain traction. When will traffic start pouring in and how long will it take to make that very first sale?

The truth is that no one can give you a definitive answer on this one, not even the mighty Google!

It actually depends on YOU!

  • Write out quality and engaging content on a regular basis.
  • Employ good SEO techniques and stick to the work at hand,
  • Share your content regularly on social media, and
  • Be consistent.

Get the word out there of what you are doing. It’s all about giving Google a reason to pay attention to your site.

Remember, if you’ve just started out, then you’re probably competing with someone who has been in the game and has had a five-year head start.

The truth is they also started where you did. So, you will eventually get there.

My Mentor taught me something very important about patience, and I would like to share it with you,

Here is his article, WEBSITE TRAFFIC is like a MOUTAIN, STREAM AND RIVER

 

MISTAKE NR 6: SCARED OF SOCIAL MEDIA

Call me crazy, but in the beginning, I was scared of what people would think if I had to post my content on Facebook, Twitter or Google Plus.The most Common Facebook Scams

The truth is that apart from writing our regular content, posting on Social Media Platforms is your next best chance of seeing your site growing. And the best part is that it is free.

The sooner I realized this, the easier things became. I then started following this strategy. I write out my content, publish it and immediately share it on the respective social media channels.

You want to get people talking and sharing your material. If you have something controversial to say, it may even get some tongues wagging and give you some good exposure.

 

MISTAKE NR 7: LOOKING FOR AN EASY WAY OUT

You want your site to make you some money, but you can’t wait.

So what do you do? Are free trial or sign ups from online companies a good thing

You sign up for free traffic offers, you buy backlinks, and you end up giving into black hat SEO techniques. You even overstuff your content with keywords and focus on keyword density rather than writing out content.

This is a bad idea. Trust me, I made the mistake once, and I learned from it.

Google is smart and is getting smarter with each day that goes by. If you follow this path and go over to the ‘dark side,’ they will eventually penalize you.

All your hard work will go down the drain. Do not look for the easy way out.

MISTAKE 8: GETTING INFECTED WITH THE SHINY OBJECT SYNDROME

I saved this one for the last because I feel that it is the ‘Achilles Tendon’ of many online entrepreneur’s .How to avoid online scams

You know you’re infected with the shiny object syndrome when you:

  • Buy or Succumb to ad’s or e-mails that promise overnight fortunes,
  • Spend less than a week, on these purchases, and are
  • Impatient and expect unrealistic gains.

Not only do you get distracted from your primary aim, which is to build your online business, but you end up losing both MONEY and TIME in the process.

I know that it is easier said than done, but try to stay focused and think rationaly.

Learn more about the Shiny Object Syndrome and Learn 4 Steps on How to Avoid It

CONCLUSION

Well folks that’s my 8 online business mistakes that you should try to avoid when starting out.

Remember to keep things simple and always ask questions if you are not sure of what it is that needs to be done.

This is why I am grateful to be a member of an Awesome Online Platform called Wealthy Affiliate. They teach one how to build their very own online business, with all the tools, training and most importantly support.

If you are having difficulty starting up your own online enterprise, then check them out. It’s FREE TO SIGN UP to and you get access to the first 10 lessons to see if it’s a ‘fit’ for you or not.

⇒READ MY DETAILED REVIEW OF WEALTHY AFFILIATE ⇐

Thanks so much for joining me today. I hope that this article has helped you.

Please share it with your family and friends and let them know how to avoid these mistakes as well.

Would love to hear your thoughts or comments.

All the best to your online success

Regards

RoopeshWealthy Affiliate Banner

 

‘

Roopesh
 

I did not know much about affiliate marketing or even how to get started with making money online. I am happy to say that close to 4 years now, I am earning a passive income online. Yes, It took me time and at times it was a challenge.But it's worth. I would love to help you get started, if you are ready. Enjoy your Visit.

Click Here to Leave a Comment Below 10 comments
David Shipp - July 13, 2017

Although I’m not new to internet marketing, in terms of trying to find that way to become successful at internet marketing, I am new to the different things that I have actually tried to implement so I find your list of 8 mistakes to avoid extremely useful.

I can relate to the experience of getting the wrong answer in internet marketing, sort to speak, since I have experienced many scams that have costed me many years of wasted time and finding success in internet marketing to be oh so elusive. I’m really hoping that you can show me what works, as I have not experience one sale since Craigslist, with it’s security features that it started to implement in 2008, completely annihilated my ability to make a sale; I have not been able to find any degree of sales success outside of Craigslist.

I’m also from a technical background, as a chemist, although I’ve been in employment litigation for my job back over the past 10.5 years. Wanting to make things perfect is one of my biggest obstacles. It’s what stopped me from actually acting on my desire to get past my affiliate marketing experience with Craigslist and become successful at making new sales. Most recently, it has also caused me to be slow to get to working towards building a business on a consistent schedule. Although I had a schedule and a training plan, I felt this repulsive force preventing me from actually working towards building my online business. I have to fight this and following a schedule helps, but, I still have this problem. And, it’s about being perfect, on one hand, but being disappointed in seeing another day of lack of sales or even website traffic on the other hand.

Reply
    Roopesh - July 13, 2017

    Hi David

    Thank you for sharing your experience.

    It can hard to continue on the path of online business when you get hit by these really hard obstacles. It can bring you to a point of paralysis and persuade you to NOT go further.

    I know that you may have heard this before, but I feel that I need to say it to you, ‘DON’T GIVE UP!.’

    I worked on my website and I kept on looking at my stats to see if there had been any clicks or traffic. It used to depress me. Eventually, I told myself, that I am in it for the long run. So I just concentrated on delivering content on my website. Today, this site is gaining the traction that I wanted.

    The point is that you may be closer than you think. As for Craigslist, I am not too familiar with that platform. Perhaps if you like, send me your URL. I could take a look and offer some suggestions.

    Hope this helps

    Regards

    Roopesh

    Reply
tracy - July 13, 2017

Hi, Just a couple of questions. Do you find the WordPress free sites are easy to and good enough to use, as opposed to going with their paid options?
Also, what if you want to shy away from vlogging and YouTube vids etc? Do you think it is possible to still have a good enough presence on social media?

Reply
    Roopesh - July 13, 2017

    Hey Tracy 

    Some lovely questions you asked.

    To be honest with you, I have not tried a paid WordPress theme as yet. Rest assured, if I do I will certainly let you know what I think of it.

    I think the second question is not as straightforward. Social Media is great. Which social media platform you end up using would depend on your niche or website content. It will be a case of trial and error, as you need to find out where your audience is, and concentrate on marketing here.

    I have received some amazing responses from YouTube. I think that one should try this area. Sure it may sound intimidating, but I think that once you get the hang of it, it can be lots of fun.

    Wish you tons of success in your online ventures

    Regards

    Roopesh

    Reply
Cristy Davis - July 13, 2017

Hello!
I really enjoyed reading your content. You have provided a lot of good information. I have discovered quite a bit of this already in my endeavors to build an online business. To someone just starting out these are really good pitfalls to avoid. Thanks so much for the information!

Reply
    Roopesh - July 13, 2017

    No problem.

    You are welcome.

    Thanks for stopping by.

    Reply
Joe Petruzzi - July 17, 2017

Not having a call to action is one of the biggest mistakes that I made when i started. Even advice driven articles need some sort of next step, whether that be a forward to a post with product placement, or a recommendation, no one is going to read and leave. Glad that I got my domain right the first time, your article reminded me of the horror that could ensue if this wasn’t the case!

Reply
    Roopesh - July 18, 2017

    Hey, thanks for mentioning that one, I think I need to include the call to action one in my article. 

    I guess we all learn as time goes by. It is great to share so that we can learn from one another

    Thanks for sharing

    Regards and Take Care

    Roopesh

    Reply
Jim - July 18, 2017

Hi Roopesh,
I loved your post and I could only wish that I had heard of the mistakes that you cover because I fell into several of them.
The story of the trickle, water, and stream is perfect but the newbie has a difficult time being patient.
I hope your readers are able to understand the value of what you have written and presented to them.
Great job and much success.
Jim Sullivan

Reply
    Roopesh - July 18, 2017

    Hey Jim

    I think it’s normal for a newbie to want to experience results in the early stages. This is one of the toughest hurdles to overcome. However, once one is able to come to terms with the fact that they in it for the long run, then they would be in for an awesome ride with some good rewards along the way.

    Much success to you too.

    Regards

    Roopesh

    Reply

Leave a Reply:

←Previous post Next post→
>

Take My FREE 7-Day Ecourse and learn to build Your Own Online Passive Income Business