Finding a Niche through the “how”… (PART 2)
November 24, 2008 – 2:09 pmLast post we showed you how to leverage “how to” websites to perform audience research and to uncover new niches. Today we are going to take this one step further and show you how to advance these research skills by leveraging something that is common to all of us.
The THESAURUS!
http://thesaurus.reference.com/
In part one, we took the example of using “unemployment” to find information as to what problems people are looking to resolve in relation to the search term “unemployment”.
As you and I both know, there are many different terms out there that have the same meaning as the root word, employment.
In this situation, we are going to use a different example however, showing you the exact process.
Let’s take a phrase, say “more money”. Using the thesaurus, we can find a bunch of terms that mean the exact same thing.
We plugged “money” into the thesaurus. Here was the result:
http://thesaurus.reference.com/browse/money
Now you add:
more + money_synonym
…to create your list of phrases (that you will then use with the 3 “how” sites).
Here is what we came up with:
“more money”
“more cash”
“more dollars”
“more loot”
“more green back”
“more coin”
“more bucks”
“more wage”
“more wealth”
“more riches”
“more salary”
“more dough”
“more pesos”
Now we follow the same process as before, using our generated list of “same meaning” search terms. Plug a few of these into the sites below and you will get a much more diverse set of results.
http://answers.yahoo.com
http://wikihow.com
http://ehow.com
Again, here is the process for researching:
(1) Type in a keyword related to the industry you are searching
(2) Create a list of all the questions people are asking within that topic
(3) Probe to find the hot button (people search for a how, but behind all of this there is a “why” …why does this person want to lose weight
(4) Formulate a campaign from your findings
Now instead of just one keyword, you have 13 search terms to type in that are all similar and will give you much greater insight into an industry and the problems that people are looking to resolve.
Q & A Sites + Thesaurus = POWERFUL NICHE RESEARCH
Hope you enjoyed this! In the coming weeks we are going to provide you with more niche “hunting” goodies and more details on profiting from particular niches.
Talk soon,
Kyle & Carson
The Wealthy Affiliates
PS. Something big is brewing! Ever wanted to master a particular “niche”? On January 13th, 2009 this will become possible. We will send you more info in the coming weeks leading up to the launch!
20 Responses to “Finding a Niche through the “how”… (PART 2)”
As always, awesome information guys. I just joined you last week and I can honestly say that WA is top notch. I have been in the IM field for awhile and have seen nothing like it.
Keep the golden info coming our way!
Jeff
By Jeff on Nov 24, 2008
Brilliant tips. Choosing the right niche to start and affiliate program is THE most important decision as this will determine your future success. I have been a health product affiliate for 2 years now and am still really enjoying it as nutrition and health are things I’m really interested in AND so are other people. Thanks for the post.
By Isabelle Newton on Nov 27, 2008
excellent post guys, good for people who are stumped when it comes to search terms to dig with…
By Tony Finbarr-Smith on Nov 27, 2008
Nice article pretty good step by step method
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I am new to the IM field , have been all around the web looking for the “skinny”. You guys have been the best that I have found!! Looks like my search is over!!!
By Darrian on Nov 27, 2008
Hello Kyle and Carson, I am a very new person in this marketing business. I have been reading your information in the emails that you send, I am a little slow in trying to understand all of the info and still don’t quite have the puzzle figured out. But you both can bet I will make this work. Thank you for all the information. Happy Thanksgiving.Anna
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Thanks,
Debra
Oxford, Michigan
Debra
By Debra Tollefson on Nov 27, 2008
HI THERE K &C,
Thank you so much for the lesson, i really enjoyed each one you sent, ‘been thinking, because i am a SENIOR, i would like to target
the “OLDER PEOPLE”
By Sonny Dinger on Nov 27, 2008
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By Fran on Nov 27, 2008
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Cheers,
Jeromy
By Jeromy on Nov 27, 2008
I’m very impressed with all that I see here as far as the quality and quantity of internet marketing resources that you provide. What still puzzles me a little is: What are the necessary values, skills and attributes of a successful Internet marketeer? What precisely does a normal day involve? Could someone spell out for me %-wise, what skills produce the greatest rewards in this business?
Thank you,
Loretta
By Loretta Gunner on Nov 28, 2008
Hard work and taking action on what you learn. As with any business the more time and energy you invest, the greater the rewards. Also, common sense is a big one. Since you are dealing with consumers, you need to think like one (which we all are). Often times people think only of the process, not the actual entities involved!
By Kyle on Nov 28, 2008
I read and saw the blog but not clear at all. Is it that I am not expertise on IT/ computer technology? But I am interested to know details about the issue.
It’s look very good.
Please help me to know how it will help to make money/
Thank you
Mojib
By SK. MOJIBUL HUQ on Nov 29, 2008
Have been interested in internet marketing for a while now and started reading every bit of info I can get on the subject. All of the gurus promise success (as Kit and Kyle) but seem to assume interested people already know how to set up (and most of all) work a web site. I’m totally intimidated with the process.
How do the mechanics work? Will Wealthy Affiliate teach me how to mechanically work the site, like where to go to make the commands, how to command, how to work with HTML code and such. They say even a total beginner can do this, but I am yet to find the basic nuts and bolts program to get the ball rolling from a total newbie stand point. Please, someone respond.
By Booskio on Dec 1, 2008
Hi Booski,
We have everything you need to learn the fundamentals of marketing and have an easy to use website builder to get you started with building your own website.
We have tiered learning, so if you are a beginner and just starting out you can start there…or if you are more advanced and want to expand your existing online business, we can also help.
We would love to have you at Wealthy Affiliate and help you build a consistent income online!
Cheers,
Kyle
By Kyle on Dec 1, 2008
Wow,,, A response from the man himself! This is what i needed. Just knowing I will be able to get personal help on a one on one basis has sold me to give WA a try. Thanks Kyle for responding.
By Booskio on Dec 1, 2008