Everything you "know" about Web 2.0 is WRONG

Smarts thumb resizedBut we're here to make it right. Brace yourselves, folks. This video is a doozy.

Personally, I think it's the best one in the whole Going Natural 2.0 series so far. We'll let Andy Edmonds off the hook for now and let another esteemed StomperNet faculty member take the wheel. Don Crowther's been in the secret StomperNet labs for the past several months, wrapping his arms around this whole "social media" thing you may have heard about. And he's uncovered the TRUTH about some of the biggest myths out there:

  • Social Media sites are filled with pre-teens, not viable prospects… WRONG!
  • Social Media site visitors don't spend money online… WRONG!
  • Social media sites are just a fad… WRONG!

Listen, we've been getting incredible results from our experiments, and our research indicates we're only seeing the tip of this Web 2.0 iceberg. And that's a GREAT metaphor because unlike other internet marketing opportunities, Social Marketing can be DANGEROUS to your business! If you do this WRONG, that "iceberg" will sink your business like the Titanic.

Fortunately for you, we've taken the time to figure out the SMART way to leverage this opportunity, and in this new video, we tell you what's up.

Turn off the phone, close your email and IM - you need to see this today.

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  1. Anthony Whyms
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 1:56 pm

    Wow! You guys have the social media networking thing down!

    2008 is becoming the year the internet marketing community really takes on & capitalizes on the "Attention Age Doctrine" that make these sites important to our business' future earnings.

    This is another reason Stompernet is the premier community for forward thinking netpreneurs!

    Thanks for the priceless content you guys have come up with.

    Anthony Whyms
    Moving4ward Marketing
    http://Moving4ward4Profit.4t.com

  2. Money From The Sky
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 1:56 pm

    Awesome, can't wait to watch it. The player is not working in firefox though. I am able to watch the video in IE7.

  3. Craig Dewe
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 2:06 pm

    Another incredible video guys. Way to give clear, actionable tips for everyone to put to use for their business.

    I look forward to the report!

    Best Regards,
    Craig

  4. JB
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 2:10 pm

    Most informative, thanks much.
    I learned more with your video than 2 years prior. WOW

  5. social buzz master
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 2:21 pm

    Thanks for the Great Video Don… & Guys…

    Greg White

  6. TL
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 2:40 pm

    You folks at stomper net are good guys.
    The video and free report are just more proof that this is the golden age for running a online business.

    People listen up and take action.

    All the best to you and yours!

    TL

  7. Jean Solomon
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 2:50 pm

    Wow! This information is mind-boggling, but pleasantly so. I'm still reworking my site away from flash version to get up to speed with the previous disclosures. Now, I feel more inclined to set up a separate blog instead, to try this out, and just point to that site and see what happens. Thanks for a birthday present that promises super results.

    Jean [Virginia]

  8. Wan
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 2:54 pm

    Excellent Videos. Excellent Info. Well done. Looking forward for the Free report.

  9. avril fecker
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 3:05 pm

    I started my website about a year ago with internet speedway and have not sold anything as yet although they advertise how much sales and orders you will get while you are sleeping I"ve spent money on all type of marketing this is the most promising I have heard of so far and I am excited about this social marketing.

  10. Drew Bischof
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 3:18 pm

    Don & Andy,

    THAT WAS AWESOME!!! I don't know what happened to the formal announcement at 12:00 noon EST but at about 1:30 or 2:00 I got an e-mail from Chris Malta with the link to Video #4 about SMARTS. THANK YOU! I am new to internet marketing (see my two other posts in your forums) and don't even have my first site up and running yet but I am absolutely thrilled with the stuff you guys are producing. And the best part is, since I am only listening to Andy, Brad and the faculty at StomerNet (through only the free content that is available…since you haven't yet given me the opportunity to join StomperNet) I am building my site(s) using only the best info available. I am not getting distracted with other worthless or counter productive strategies.

    Kudos to you all. Keep it coming. I will be one of the first to sign up for Don's coaching program for SMARTS. I can't wait for Wednesday! My credit card is ready.

    Thanks guys, you all are the best. And thanks so much for caring about all of "us" enough to release so much valuable content for free. You could just as easily be greedy and keep it all to yourselves but you don't and that is what I love about you all the most.

    Thank you.

  11. Gloria Jean
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 3:29 pm

    Hi Don and Andy;
    Thank you for the great information about social marketing. I have been following this type of information and yes, I can see it is rocking.

    Don, you have spelled it out with a much clearer understanding. My business partner and myself have hesitated to make a move on social marketing with the fear of making a mistake. I can see this is the mistake as we need to "step out and make a difference." You know the deal "Do the uncomfortable until it becomes comfortable."

    Thanks again for the great video and I will still be here with "my nose pressed against the windows of Stompernet" and looking forward to any information you guys are willing to share.

    As always, you guys are the greatest!!

  12. Mike
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 3:32 pm

    Great video. This really puts things in perspective and confirms my own research. It also makes it easier to conceptualize web 2.0 and where we're headed, and how important social networking/media/marketing has become. Thanks!

  13. ELizabeth Brewer
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 3:42 pm

    I can hardly wait to get my hands on your report. I learned so much just from this video. Many thanks and blessings on you all.

  14. Michael Jukiewicz
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 3:50 pm

    "Brilliant" !

  15. Rick Brentlinger
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 3:52 pm

    You video has great information - and all of it sounds doable! I'm excited about the possibilities of expanding the reach of my website for gay Christians. Thanks for the great information!

    Rick Brentlinger
    http://www.gaychristian101.com/My-Coming-Out.html

  16. Steven Scheeler
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 3:56 pm

    Thanks for all of your info. I'm looking forward to getting The Free report on Social
    MARKETING Tool Kit. Video has worked for me were I got 3,000 hits on my video on utube.
    Go to youtube and type in Windshield test. You will see my 2 videos from autoneeds1.

  17. Ronda
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 4:14 pm

    Wow, what a great video. Can't wait to see the report! Thanks!!

  18. Vinnie V
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 4:15 pm

    Got it now. Firefox must have cached a bad copy of the page or something?

    I got it to play on IE.

    Good stuff so far Don.

  19. Issac G
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 4:18 pm

    Can I just say… WOW?!?

    I loved the video; there were a couple of techniques that I've been using already to promote a new business that I plan on launching next week, but I've been clueless to the value of bookmarking, and loved the information about Scribd. I've been looking for a place to upload my whitepapers and other text-based information. Video is great, but it is time consuming at best, and in the long run, how much interesting videos can you post???

    All in all, GREAT stuff!

    Issac G
    http://www.TheDedicatedServerHandbook.com

  20. simon
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 4:27 pm

    I really like to read and get information about all the web and internet marketing, and i think
    that your videos are one of the top in video
    quality and quality of information
    thank you :)

  21. Danielle
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 4:35 pm

    Sandbox…what sandbox? I know fora fact that everything that this video is saying is true! I use some of these techniques all the time. But I learned some new ones. I can't believe you guys are revealing these powerful techniques! You gotta be keeping some really good gems to yourself. I wish I was a fly on your wall:)

    Danielle Sims
    Non-Surgical Facelift Recipes
    http://www.faceliftrecipes.com

  22. Johan Ramakers
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 4:38 pm

    Absolutely magnificent video!! Thanks

  23. Eric
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 5:03 pm

    A magnificent video. I already know about and use these tactics but your video just inspires me to do a little extra work or should I call it play.

  24. peter
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 5:07 pm

    I really hope people HEED the warning about RESPONSIBLE social marketing.

    If you lie you will burn in social hell!

    Peter

  25. j.
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 5:07 pm

    With all sincere respect, I don't know what the catch is…BUT I am very very greatful for your education which is exceptional.We are looking forward to applying this education to our www.callofthedog site.
    Thanks so much.

    (Reply from Andy Jenkins - The catch is Lee, every time you watch one of our videos, we take a piece of your soul.)

    (Kidding…Kidding…)

  26. Jeff Knize
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 5:07 pm

    Very Powerful! Great Video!

  27. Michael
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 5:21 pm

    Sweet Video. I have over 8,000 MyBlogLog contacts and love social networks. I'm anxious to read your report. The video was awesome.

    Michael

  28. Steven
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 5:21 pm

    Wow, What a great video, there was alot of great information which will take some time to digest. Thank you for your hard work.

  29. Anita
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 5:40 pm

    Hi Don & the Stompernet mavons,
    Wow!
    What great content.
    I had a tear in my eye at the end
    when Don said that there are NO secrets - just stuff you don't know yet!
    Love your work.
    Very sociable.
    Thank you - Anita

  30. Bob Cotto
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 5:40 pm

    This stuff is just so cool.
    I can't thank you enough for sharing and modeling the real philosophy of "social" networking.
    Thanks for all that you give to us.

    Bob Cotto

  31. Andrew Murphy
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 5:41 pm

    Wow!This is a fantastic video. I have been using Social Marker for awhile now but not to the extent I should be. This video will make it difficult for many of us to get sleep! I look forward to the report!

  32. Ron Passfield
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 5:52 pm

    What a great, professionally produced video - and so very true.

    It was even better to see some of my sites featured under the "Squidoo Marketing Strategies" screenshot which showed that I hold 7 of the top ten spots in Google (it was 8 but I forgot to ping my PR5 lens over the last few days!)

    Those positions come from my blogs, my technorati tags, articles in ezinearticles.com and my Squidoo lenses.

    I developed a strategy called the Squidoo-Google dance which builds on the interplay between Google, blogs, Squidoo and article directories like Ezinearticles.com.

    I can confirm firsthand that Stompernet is really onto something here. I am anxiously waiting for the release of Don's SMARTS report. Best wishes for 2008 - the year of social marketing (last year was embryonic!).

  33. Karen Jones
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 6:28 pm

    These videos are cram packed with usable content. Nuggets to get your brain ticking over. Easy enough for even the newest of newbies to Internet Marketing to start with.

    Thanks for such great information.

  34. Stacey Clark
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 6:29 pm

    Don, I've started a retail internet site with absolutely NO knowledge about how to market it. Your very informative video has made me feel comfortable in getting more sales by explaining the social marketing aspect of the internet. And I'm glad to know the warnings of true social marketing. I'm looking forward to getting the report soon and hope to get ball rolling on my finances. Thanks!

  35. Michael Sherriff
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 6:35 pm

    It's not very often I bother to sign up to a waiting list for a free report but this video has just blown me away.

    Top job and can't wait to get my hands on the report (so to speak)

  36. Rainer Kahlenberg
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 6:40 pm

    WOW!! Watching the video was absolutely exciting! In an imprssive way you proved that social marketing really is rocking. Marketers should re - think their strategies. I'll do so for sure.
    I'am looking forward to the report.

    Great work

    Thank you.

    Rainer Kahlenberg
    http://www.marketingblizzard.com

  37. Stuart
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 6:46 pm

    I have watched all the videos that you have kindly given out to the community and the Social Networking video was a KNOCKOUT!

    Very impressive and amazing information. There is no excuse not to act.

    Keep them coming.
    Regards

  38. Brian Mathers
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 6:48 pm

    People like me should stop being 'busy' for a second and do what your instructions said to do. Sit down have a coffee, listen and learn, and your giving this stuff for FREE.

    I am an ecommerce consultant based in Scotland and I am going to use one word for what I have just watched and learned. The word I use which you guys across the pond invented is AWESOME!!

    My message for 2008 remains the same as it was in 2007/06/05 - Business owners - GET PROPERLY EDUCATED - if your going to do business online and wanting to succeed, either navigate your way here, or use us STOMPER DISCIPLES to teach you the way to succeed as we have learned from our stomping great cousins across the oceans at STOMPERNET. Keep it coming guys, many light bulbs came on from watching this video!!

  39. David Ridings
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 6:52 pm

    Andy,
    The wheels are turning! I am a first time eCommerce site builder and I was Doomed before I started. Thanks to you guys I will see you on the other side. You guys have began a new page in history. I would love to see you give Bill a run for his money! Don't lose site of the fact that most of us are still laymen. It won't be long before I go global and as a result of your resources I hope to become a prime example of "What to Do"!

  40. John
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 6:58 pm

    The videos from you guys are just incredible, keep them coming. You offer great info for all of us.

  41. AE
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 6:59 pm

    Thanks for some excellent info in all of your videos. And for the video creation tips, too.
    Look forward to the report coming soon.
    I don't know if we can imagine exactly how powerful the concept of Social Marketing may become when used in wisely executed techniques.
    I will be curious to see how Google reacts when they really figure out that they may no longer be the biggest game around. Will that slap become a stomp in a new reference frame ?

    Thanks again

  42. Dontrell
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 7:00 pm

    I was waiting all weekend for this video to release, just to reassure myself that web 2.0 marketing is what I thought is going to be. You guys really know your stuff!
    This is the quality content I've been looking for a long time. Thanx for the the video and keep them coming!

    Dontrell

  43. Richard Botley
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 7:01 pm

    Great video guys. You really know how to create a buzz around a new product.

    Your whole launch is a case in point of the power of social media.

  44. Peder Andersen
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 7:11 pm

    I must say it looks like blogs and these social networking sites are doing it big on Google. I will certainly begin to use these powerful tools in my internet marketing when I am promoting my websites on internet. My eyes have really been opened for these possibilities.

    Thanks for sharing

    Peder Andersen
    www.pederandersen.com

  45. Swissdays.com
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 7:37 pm

    Awesome information!! This has been very eye opening! I can't wait to get the email!

  46. Alan Cox
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 7:38 pm

    Wow great video, I am a graduate of the thirtyday challenge and this is the perfect next step.
    A great overview and insight to Web 2.0 marketing strategy.
    This going natural series is excellent and if ever I had any uncertainties about Web 2 I don't now. Cant wait for the next part.
    Stompernet you are the business

  47. Chris Kocuba
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 7:40 pm

    What a fantastic video to watch for a young e-commerce adventurer. Site rank has been a concern for me and I have been looking for interesting ways to get the name of my business out there and bettering my sales.

    However, I'll read the full report before making a move. But, that doesn't mean I don't have ideas fermenting as I type this!

    Great video! Looking forward to more of them!

  48. Rodger at Free Affil
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 7:52 pm

    Nice video…some of them things you mention in your video I'm currently engaged in, so I'm to see the current potential of social bookmark.

  49. bonnie pernigotti
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 7:55 pm

    This is awesome great job!Can/t wait to get the report!

  50. larry
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 7:58 pm

    To Andy and all his crew: First of all I want to say thank you! You people are nothing short of awsome in everything and I mean everything you do. I admit it..I'm an over 50 newbie, who has started and quit and re-started since I was 37 when there was only 640K available. I have not accomplished a whole lot, but I've seen a whole lot..and you people are the best I've ever seen. With your wisdom, I will, change that not accomplished a whole lot completely around to getting something done with purpose and meaning. Once again…Thank you! Larry Brown

  51. Margie Leslie
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 8:02 pm

    This is very timely information. I am just launching a new business site with one unique product and this is going to add a big punch. I am thankful for your willingness to share what you have learned.

  52. Professor Click
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 8:10 pm

    Gentleman:

    This has been an excellent, informative lesson. Looking forward to the report and putting your suggestions into use.

    Kindest regards,
    Professor Click

  53. Anthony
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 8:11 pm

    I thoroughly enjoyed the video and the content is excellent and certainly of a quality thast most people would be selling it as a oroduct.
    Totally thought provoking.
    Thank you.

  54. Stephen Scott
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 8:27 pm

    This IS by far the best one in the whole Going Natural 2.0 series so far. Thank you Andy Edmonds for all that you have done so far, looking for more great work from you in the future! I see why you esteemed StomperNet faculty member Don Crowther! Maybe he’s been in the secret StomperNet labs for the past several months, wrapping his arms around this whole “social media” thing we have heard about, but it’s great to see him come out to the light and enlighten us! Thank-you Don for uncovering the TRUTH about some of the biggest myths out there. Social Media sites ARE filled with viable prospects. Social Media site visitors DO spend money online. Social media sites are NOT just a fad. Thank-you for sharing your incredible results from your experiments, and your research. Thank-you for taking the time to figure out the SMART way to leverage this opportunity!
    Feel F.R.E.E. to call me with any questions.
    I look forward to working with you.
    To Our Success!
    Stephen Scott
    Toll F.R.E.E. 1-866-817-8148
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    Stephen Scott
    432 SW 143 Street
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    United States of America

    My E-mail: ScottysGold@gmail.com
    My Web Site: http://www.ScottysGold.com/
    My Blog: http://www.ScottysGold.com/blog/
    MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/ScottysGold

  55. Lavern
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 8:36 pm

    Thank you so much for all the outstanding content in these videos, especially the one on social marketing. I am so excited to get a hold of this teaching. I feel like I know where to start now.

    Hopefully, it will help me to reach my goals in my richly scented candle store and the other products I am selling.

    Please keep it coming!

    Thanks.

  56. Brian Valentine
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 8:38 pm

    Hey, I just needed to say keep up the GREAT work, I don't think I've every attentively sat in front of my computer for 50 minutes watching a video (and I'm a HEAVY computer user).

    I like how, if you leave the video that you're watching, when you go back it remembers exactly where you left off. ;-).

    I was poking around at some of the sites that you were speaking about in the video and I didn't switch my tab. But when I went back it knew where I left.

    Long story short that REALLY made me realize that you guy think of everything!

    Excellent video skills also.

  57. Veronica
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 8:49 pm

    My nerd is showing, but it was Spiderman that gave us the "great power/great responsibility" line, not Superman.

    Nevertheless, this was a great video!

    (Reply from Andy Jenkins - DARN! :o) We were hoping that our "geek" population was low enough to skate by on that one. We'll change it once we've had more than 3 hours sleep in a row.)

  58. Martin Line
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 8:56 pm

    Just watched the video, Great Stuff!! Can't wait to get the report for "The rest of the story." Gotta get started with all this new stuff!

  59. Martin Line
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 8:58 pm

    I loved the video and am eagerly waiting to consume the report. I gotta get started driving traffic with this new stuff>

  60. John
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 9:07 pm

    It just never ceases to amaze me how you guys stay out on the razor's edge. Keep it up!

  61. rue
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 9:08 pm

    uhhhh how do i get started and where do i get a real and powerful domain name, website so i can start this hmmmmm?

    nonetheless this was interesting

  62. cindy
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 9:39 pm

    WOW!
    I am really looking forward to the repo9rt coming out Wednesday.

    Great job.
    Cindy

  63. Wholesale Directory
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 9:51 pm

    Thanks,
    I have heard a lot about Web 2.0 before from many others, but this excellent presentation drove the point home. This was real, no yawning, wow entertainment.

    Thanks,
    Ted

  64. Lou
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 10:02 pm

    Thanks so much for your advice. You guys rock! The graphics are great, the video is very entertaining and at the same time it taught me a lot about Web 2.0 technologies for my online business.

    I hope you keep the flow of good content coming.

    Cheers,

    Lou Ceballos
    www.officialmexicoguide.com

  65. Bogdan
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 10:04 pm

    You rule, guys!
    Can't wait to read the .pdf

  66. Steve Lockie
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 10:06 pm

    What a great video Don… thanks for the timely info on social marketing. I knew there had to be a concerted method to approach the social sector… I just didn't know it, and the stats of spending power of the socialites…wow… that is impressive. I had a feeling they had spare money to spend online, just didn't realize how much. Don, look forward to the report and any more videos you produce… (nice job on the production there).
    Thanks again guys.
    'till next time :)
    Steve Lockie
    Co-Author
    The Secret Master Keys

  67. wendyl
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 10:09 pm

    Wow! thanks stomper people! Another very valuable information you shared online.

  68. martha
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 10:10 pm

    Thank you for all the information packed into this video. I await the report and any information on the coaching program.

    Regards,
    Martha - safer, cleaner planet for all
    http://www.OrganicSkinDeep.com

  69. eddie
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 10:11 pm

    This is really great! Thank You Stompernet!

  70. Martin
    Posted January 7, 2008 at 10:49 pm

    Great video, I am just getting into Web 2.0 and this sounds like it's going to be an exciting ride! Can't wait to see the report.

    Martin
    http://www.info-search-engine.com

  71. Haysen Weir
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 12:13 am

    Hey!
    I liked the video. I understand that web 2.o is the wave of the future and I'm ready to ride that wave!
    thanks so much,
    Haysen

  72. Victoria
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 12:19 am

    Hey Guys,

    I can't wait for more info on Social Marketing. Greed is a powerful motivation for anyone in online business (including me). But your videos give new insight on how to approach this strategy. I know I will be paying close attention.

    Thanks,
    Vixx

  73. Wolfgang Frenzel
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 12:33 am

    Looking at this one and only video at 5 p.m. german time upt to the end. What a great stuff also for old europe online marketing. I will implement your lesson into my just starting business. So whatch out the changes. It might be a european success story.

    Many thank's for this great SOCIAL present. Yours Wolfgang Frenzel

  74. qoolest
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 12:39 am

    Fantastic information full of valuable content. And incredibly professionally done. Entertaining to make learning fun!
    Excellent!

  75. Directory Submission
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 12:39 am

    Thanks Don for this great video. I have been using social networks and posting to social bookmarking sites for quite a long time now and know you can't be more right.

    Those of you who are relatively new to social bookmarking please listen to what Don said - Do NOT abuse the bookmarking sites especially Digg and Propeller.

    My Digg account got banned twice. Not because I was submitting trash but because I was submitting my staff only. You need to Digg other people's stories also. Keep it like 40:60 and you will be safe. It's crucial because if you get banned you loose all your links in Digg as they are all deleted with your account.

    Ameet
    Manual Directory Submission

  76. Nick Walsh
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 12:55 am

    Excellent video! Why oh why did you have to release this now? It is going to get very busy… but I love it.

    I think you are bang on! I've actually been doing this for about a week (but not to the extent that you have outlined tonight). I created a new site on Sunday 8 pm Pacific time and by Monday noon I was #6 on Google on page 1!

    At the same time I've been reading everything you throw at me and watching all of the videos. It was probably video #2 that kicked me into action.

    I took three weeks off work to get good at CSS, Dreamweaver, Video editing and Xara Xtreme (simply the most powerful vector graphics program on the planet) and Rapid CSS 2007. These tools along with the knowledge you've provided is going to really set me up well to take advantage of this next era.

    This past month has been like my old university days all over again. I had three days last week where I crashed for the night at 4:45 am! I should also plug a this book I discovered on some material that someone sent to me… it might have been you.. but the book is fantastic! It's called "Four Hour Work Week!" by Timothy Ferriss.

    I look forward to seeing your Coaching Course. If I can afford it, I will certainly be there. If the quality of it matches the quality of the free stuff… well… how can I lose?

    Great work guys..and gals!!

    Nick Walsh

  77. Mike Vetter
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 12:59 am

    Great ideas. I plan on doing some of this tomorrow to promote my site. I would do it now, but it's late and I'm bummed that the Buckeyes just lost to LSU. We may have lost the last two, but at least we've been in the title game 3 of the last 6 years.

    Go Bucks!!!

    Mike
    http://mpvtech.com

  78. 1800jussold
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 1:05 am

    Thanks Stompernet, Yes i agree that the people on your network can be your potential customers/client. Thanks a lot for giving us this great information.

  79. Arlene
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 2:13 am

    I have just finished watching the Social Marketing video and I found it very informative, and easy and exciting to watch. Mainly I wanted to say that it is good to know how valuable these social marketing sites really are. Of course I have been hearing about them, and hesitated to spend a lot more time jumping on the bandwagon of every new trendy technique or site that came out. Hearing this new research and the information you have shared about them makes it easier to decide to take the plunge, now that I know it will be well worth my time.

    I have 2 ecommerce websites and am getting ready to create another one with info-products, and none of them to date is getting enough traffic to make them profitable. I am so excited to learn all of the techniques you have shared on your videos, and especially this last one.

    It's very late now, or I would jump right into creating a Squidoo lens and putting some articles on Scribd. You can bet that's what I will be doing tomorrow!

    Thank you, guys, for sharing all of this information - and for free! I really wanted to be part of your Stompernet university, but because none of my sites was earning any money, it was just not in my budget. Hopefully that will change in the future!

    Arlene
    www.ArlenesArtworks.com

  80. Rusty Kaohelaulii
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 2:43 am

    Amazing Video! I want to thank you for the tips and techniques for social marketing.

    I've already applied the tips giving and in less than a minute my digg was at #1 for the keyword. #1 NUMBER ONE! … can you hear me?. I said, #1 on Google! Beating out 300,000 sites in just SECONDS! Not hours … not minutes but Seconds. HELLO?????. Now you hear me. I'm amazed.

    Thanks to Don, Andy and Stompernet.

    Aloha,
    Rusty

  81. Jason Bates - Lushab
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 3:13 am

    I thought I knew quite a lot about Web 2.0 but obviously this article proves it is all wrong! Great article!

  82. Jason Bates
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 3:14 am

    Check out http://www.lushable.com for more web 2.0 news

  83. Darryl Dosti
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 3:17 am

    Great stuff, thanks for this.

  84. Darwin
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 3:25 am

    Stomper Guys,

    Just watched your lastest video. VERY Interesting! I never thought of using Social sites they way you present it. You just keep coming up with wonderful new strategies all the time.

    Thanks

    Darwin

  85. Shawn
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 3:39 am

    WOW That movie was really a eye opener. I had thought about doing some marketing on myspace, youtube, and other sites but didn't really know where to start. Looking forward to hearing more in your Report about this new way to market. I have done yahoo and google but they add up so fast for the little guy :(

    Great Job guys and see ya soon

    Shawn from Garden Grove, California

  86. Jim Furr
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 4:35 am

    YES!

    This is too koOol!

    Keep up the GREAT work …

    Jim Furr
    >

  87. Jason Green
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 4:43 am

    There's a lot of truth behind this video but it is nothing ground breaking - using social media to build links and traffic has been used for at least a year.

    I'm also pretty confused by the scribd part as it says by putting links within your documents you will get SE friendly links - but the example given is a word document that is loaded in a flash player - so these links aren't seen by Google.

    Eitherway a good video for newbies.

  88. VINCENT ELVIS SALAZA
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 4:44 am

    HELLO DON ! TALK ABOUT EXCITMENT ITS HOT IN HERE , THIS IS THE BEST NEWS IVE HERD IN ALL MY INTERNET ENTREPRENEURSHIP MONTHS-DAYS- HOURS SECONDS YOU"VE PULLED OUT ALL THE STOPS TRULY I CANT CONTAIN MYSELF, ITS LATE BUT I CANT TURN IN YET I CAN ALMOST STAY UP TILL WEDNESDAY 9 ! THANKS TO ALL YOUR RESEARCH AND TENACIOUS WILL THIS IS WITHOUT QUESTION GOING TO BE A SUPER YEAR . HERE TO YOU IN APRECIATION VINCENT ELVIS 1/8/2008

  89. jason
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 6:42 am

    I have just watched the video and I feel like throwing up.

    The information is that good.

    I feel dizzy just knowing that I don't know what you know… yet.

  90. Sandy
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 6:54 am

    Great video guys, passed it around, so much traffic to be made there if done right!

  91. Carlos
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 6:57 am

    Great video that makes me urge to read the report.
    I'm impatient to learn how I can improve my site with more traffic!

    Carlos
    www.ganhar-dinheiro.net

  92. alfrazier
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 6:59 am

    May your tribe increases. Praises on what you are doing to the marketing community

    Al

  93. Carsten
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 7:00 am

    Thanks for the great videos and keep up with the excellent work (even after the product launch).

  94. Raymond Chua
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 7:08 am

    The video has blown me away.

    I am very very very impressed. :)

  95. Paulo Teller
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 7:43 am

    The video is very appealing and exaustive, but misses a forgotten word - "Ethics"!
    It shows the general marketing strategy to follow, mentions the tools and the ways to implement the best legal practices and, yet, always respects the individual.
    This is quite ethical. As this word is not mentioned there, I just wanted to bring it forward, where it could be noticed by anyone.
    Best wishes to you, Don Crowther and "task force". You all well deserve Professional Success and Personal Happiness for 2008 and beyond!
    PT

  96. Zo
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 8:01 am

    This is one of the best videos iv'e seen in a long time. This information would normally cost you 1000's! Thank you guys, really amazing.

    Zo
    Cashbizz.net

  97. bob
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 9:10 am

    Excellent "six star" video with timely information clearly explained. I also had trouble with the vid loading in Firefox AND I did and do not want use IE…. so I just cleared the Firefox cache and it played just fine. I tried to load it when it was first posted… minutes before it was an access denied page. ANY way… BIG THANK YOU!

  98. Desiree
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 9:16 am

    Hey Stompernet

    You guys are so hot on this! Thanks for the free info and strategies to help us get started. This is such an exciting era to be in and I'd like to thank Rich Schefren who directed me to your Social Marketing video.

    Having worked for one of the fastest growing social media sites of 06 & 07, I can truly say that this is an opportunity that no-one wants to miss. And can I also add, tread carefully, like Don says DON'T DONT DON'T BULLDOZE your way into a community with spamming and trolling activity.

    The community will be your media: they can build you up but set a foot wrong with them and they will kill you and all your efforts. Love them and they'll love you back.

    This is ethical marketing at it's best and thanks to Stomper and Strategic Profits they're showing the way.

    Looking forward to Wednesday to get my report!

    Thanks again

    Desiree in London

  99. Mae Koh
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 9:19 am

    Wow, I can't believe what great guys you two are to do this great video and give it for free. I learned more in this video than I ever learned in my last 2 years in trying to increase online traffic.

    It's like getting a super present for Christmas or my birthday. Thanks, Guys! I think this will be my year to get back into real networking.

    Everyone should see these videos. I can't wait for your report…

    Thanks so much.

  100. judyofthewoods
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 9:19 am

    Awesome! Thanks a tonne, guys. Will set to work on those strategies post haste.
    @ Money from the Sky - you probably need a plug-in for Firefox (Flash?). I watched the video in FF.

  101. David Grace
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 9:25 am

    I have been looking for a better way to improve my traffic. I am very impressed and hope to implement it soon.

    Thanks.

  102. Daniel
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 9:31 am

    Great video! I think a lot of us are tracking the social media World BUT we don't have a systematic tool to capitalize on it. I look forward to learning more.

  103. Sandra
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 9:50 am

    Yes Don,
    This video is the best so far.
    The animations are fun to see
    Your voice is full of enthusiasm and exciting.
    But most of all it is so full of fantastic information I was having to replay bits to take notes.
    And you have squashed my fear of trying to make a video, as I thought it would be really hard to do.
    I can not find the words to Thank You enough
    So I will just say
    I Love you and the Stompernet team
    Sandra

  104. Eve
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 9:55 am

    Although I work in adult and all these advices are more for the mainstream business, I really saw the light somehow, lol.
    Oh, and I hope this video isn't going to be a step to push ppl spam the social networks…

  105. Joe Sharkey
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 9:56 am

    Another great video, cant wait for the report

  106. Jane Holloway
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 10:28 am

    Fantastic Video, I was completely blown away by it. Everything was so clearly explained and I can't wait to see what's in the report.
    Even I will be able to do this!!

    Keep up the brilliant work.

    Jane.

  107. barbara
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 10:28 am

    I found this to be very interesting and very educational. I am excited in trying my hand at this new type of Social Marketing. I am new at this and hopefully will learn to enhance my business and to help others to enhance theirs.
    Barbara

  108. Janak Mehta
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 10:28 am

    Great Video! I love the strategies you are using for social media marketing. Excited to see your report!

  109. Ali
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 10:29 am

    This is one of the BEST videos I have ever seen on Social Networking. You have really really done hard work for it to convince us.

    We trust you and hope your tips and suggestions will give us results.

    Ali.
    Talkways.net

  110. Movie Collectibles
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 10:38 am

    This looks to be the best Going Natural video to date, and I can't wait to get started using Don's tips. I've had a MySpace and Facebook account for years, but haven't really known what to do with them. Now, I'm motivated to start using Social Marketing to it's fullest extent.

    Thanks for the video!

    Marc

  111. Eric
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 10:40 am

    How does a person, who is running an internet marketing business by him/her self capitalize on social marketing without working 24 hours a day.

    It seems like there are soo many different places to go and soooo many different things to do, it's just overwhelming.

  112. Tina Anderson
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 10:58 am

    I was so happy when all this info. came my way. which came from worlwidebands I am just getting into all of this with my new website. so much info. but people like you that put out video that can actually see and here it , it's great I look forward to diving into more. I do see that social interaction is where it is and where it is going in the near future. GREAT STUFF!

    Thank you
    Tina

  113. David Frieslander
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 11:01 am

    I don't do "Applause"… but Don you get a full Standing Ovation!

    You've given a heads up to something new… not a rehash of everything that's been around… and the evidence was compelling.

    Well done.

    David Frieslander
    Profitable Internet Marketing

  114. R J Davis
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 11:36 am

    Hello,
    I have watched the video and it really got me fired up. I am ready to take all your advice and information to systematically optimize my presence on the net. Best video that I've seen in awhile.
    Thanks,

    Rollie

  115. Zoul
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 11:37 am

    Wow i have a short attention span but your video really made me sit and watch the entire movie. This is some really great stuff. Great job guys

  116. Gulam Daud
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 11:48 am

    Hi Don,
    I just finished watching your video and have been blown by it. Hearing this new research and the information you have shared about, it has made it easier for me to take the plunge, I will definately be using your strategies I cannot wait to get my hands on the report. I have not used any of the programs you mentioned in the video. Thanks a million…

  117. Jim
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 12:01 pm

    It is the best yet. I can't wait to see the report. The tip on Scribd was great.."a secret" to me but now I know.

    Thanks,
    Jim

  118. Kelley
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 12:21 pm

    It's shocking that you're giving these jewels away!

    I know that the minutes spent on your awesome video today will mean that this is the year I become financially independent.

    Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

    Kelley Eidem, Huge Health Secrets

    http://itsnotjustforsex.blogspot.com/

  119. Yates
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 12:27 pm

    Amazing !!! Totally Amazing…
    I am from the 30DC group of 2007 and have been fascinated by all this web 2.0 stuff.
    It couldn't have been more timely in that my company is working on a project with a local "brick and mortar" store on this exact subject!!!

    Thanks for all your tips and tricks. Looking forward to the report

    Yates

  120. OnlineSmarts
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 1:12 pm

    Great, great content - thank you for helping us sort through the maze :)

  121. Richard
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 1:15 pm

    What an amazing and funny video, I think Don should be on TV. What was weird was that i felt like i was in a classroom and not in the kitchen at home (that's where i really was)

    I loved the fact that you gave some really actionable strategies and then calmed us down before galloping off into "social land"

    Really looking forward to the report and best of luck with the launch of the coaching programme

    Richard

  122. jonny
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 1:22 pm

    There is no question, Stompernet is a
    "class act". To Andy, Dan and the gang
    "well done…(5 stars)" I look forward to the training program you are about to offer.
    I do hope it is affordable for the average Joe.

    Jonny

  123. jonny
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 1:25 pm

    Don, I apologize for the mispelling of your name in my previous post. You are the man.

    Jonny

  124. George A Isaacs
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 1:35 pm

    I just finished watching the video. Although it is bit long - full 50min 38sec - it was worth the time spent.

    I cannot way to see the report.

    Great job!

  125. iswan
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 1:37 pm

    Your increadible techniques really shakes the internet marketing world.. Bravo for StomperNet..

    I have some question about Google stop word..

    Do you mean it is bad to target keywords or put key title with google stop word such as the words "HOW" and "AN"..

    I plan to target this keyword, "how to start an internet business" because it show 286 million search results when I typed it at http://www.google.com/webhp?complete=1&hl=en

  126. Vicky Bock
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 1:38 pm

    Wow! Thank you so much for the free video. I have learned so much about Social marketing and can't wait to get started. I am heeding your warning, however, and doing a little research on each site before jumping in. The phrase "There are no secret, there's just stuff you don't know" was powerful. I feel you can use that in many aspects of your life. Thanks again, Vicky

  127. Matt Ellsworth
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 1:59 pm

    Another great video. I thought I knew a lot - but thanks for the extra resources.

  128. Peter
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 2:07 pm

    Awesome video guys! I totally agree that social network marketing is the wave of the future…

    Peter

  129. Hilal
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 3:04 pm

    Really it is a great video with great techniques!

  130. Pete
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 3:51 pm

    I've been getting more and more interested in the seo of things and then I got directed to Stomperblog. I must admit Wow!! You guys have it down pat. I like what I see and look forward to more good information. Keep up the good work and I'll be waiting.

  131. Leslie
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 4:41 pm

    I am an entrepreneur at heart and just 8 weeks ago opened my first Yahoo! ecommerce store! While researching SEO I found your video. WOW! Although I am new to the world of ecommerce, every fiber in me said you are on to a powerful trend.

    I'm pleased you are leaving the *high cost* model and plan to make your Mentoring Program more financially accessible. Perhaps you will even consider offering different Mentoring Packages at different costs.

    Good work folks. Thank you, Thank you. This is very exciting!

  132. rochelle
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 5:44 pm

    I just spend a bit of my time listening with great interest to this video. I plan to listen several more times while I take notes and digest all of this new info about social media.

    My one request is for reasonable and fair cost for membership at stomper net. As a some business person along with other expenses an $80 dollar a month fee is way to high for me and other small business owners.

    However I do appreciate the free information that hopefully will jumpstart me into entering the social media party. After all good manners and the desire to met new people is like throwing a party. We plan the party, games, rereshment and send out the invites. If we do it well and offer a evening full of valueable interaction with others we are all rewarded.

    Thanks the 4 ideas are invaulable and I appreicate it.

  133. Scott Jay Ringle
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 6:00 pm

    Stompernet Team,

    I just wanted to introduce myself and thank you for the best Social Markteting, Web 2.0 and just plain good training videos I have seen to date, "Hands Down"…

    There are many top notch pros out there that I follow on a regular basis but the Going Natural Series is #1. The level of detail and the simplistic way the techiques are delivered is amazing.

    *** The Production Value Alone is Worth The Price Admission! *** Oh yeah, it was FREE.

    Keep it up…

    PS: If you guys are still doing private training and or coaching let me know?

  134. Alan Oliver
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 6:32 pm

    A fabulous video, I had noticed a certain 'buzz' about s. marketing but, never really got 'it' until now. Thanks for the insight. Top Marks. Alan

  135. cargo747
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 6:59 pm

    Great Video you have outdone yourselves again. Can't wait for the free report.

  136. Hani
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 7:46 pm

    I always find your videos very impressive and mind expanding! Keep em coming.

  137. Stephanie
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 7:56 pm

    WOW!! You guys at Stomper Rock!!

  138. LeeAnn Summers
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 7:59 pm

    I really liked this video and learned a lot. Waiting to read the report.

  139. Michael Reberg
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 8:20 pm

    This is a great heads up. I have taken your message to heart and am already modifying my web sites and starting my marketing campaign. Sleepless nights ahead, but worth it. What an open field. Thanks again and hurry up with more.

  140. Michael
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 8:59 pm

    Nice site… I am sure it will help out my blog's popularity.

    Keep up the great work!

  141. Oliver Antosch
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 9:07 pm

    Very good even though a bit long to watch. To break it down into smaller videos and a summary at the end of the video would make it even better.

    Oliver Antosch
    http://www.daily-internet-marketing-tips.com/

  142. Marlene
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 9:40 pm

    Fantastic video! Looking forward to the report. Thanks so much…Marlene

  143. Thom Dickey
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 9:48 pm

    Just like everyone else who has taken the time to watch all of these videos I've got to say WoW ! ! Thank you very much staff of StomperNet for all the insightful information.

  144. Sharron
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 10:16 pm

    WOW! Thanks for the great information and tips on Social Marketing. My husband and I just watched it and are amazed at the quality and quantity of what you're giving for FREE! We can't wait to get started with your suggestions. We know they're going to work wonders for us!

  145. Jumaani
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 10:20 pm

    WOWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW.!!!!!

    "HOLY MOLY.

    ABSOLUTE "TOP CLASS"

    NO DOUBT, WHY STOMPERNET IS THE " HOLY GRAIL"

    AND LIGHT YEARS AHEAD IN THE FIELD OF IM.

    THANKS GUYS,JUST YOUR FREE CONTENT HAS

    BLASTED MY BUSINESS……..GOD BLESS

    ANDY, BRAD AND THE STOMPERNET TEAM.

  146. www.monthlyvideocash
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 10:24 pm

    Love the video, it really states what we are doing here at monthlyvideocash.com.
    Early adopters will rule this strategy!

  147. Shahab
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 10:30 pm

    What you teach in this video can make thousands of dollars for everyone who put it into action.
    But most guys have problems acting, they just watch these videos, read the reports, they get impressed but they never do anything.
    but for someone like me, it makes as much money as you really don't know what to do with it.

    Thanks dude,
    You're a very good motivator.
    I will watch your video again,
    it's really motivative.

  148. Jeff Baas
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 10:33 pm

    Wow! There's no question that social interaction is the way that the Internet is going. And you guys really have it down! Great material!

  149. Rick
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 10:43 pm

    Thx guys…I plan to implement this to the full extent!!!

  150. Luxury Resorts
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 10:43 pm

    Most impressive! Thank you so much for this content. I'm passing it on to my team.

  151. George Turner
    Posted January 8, 2008 at 11:15 pm

    Have you ever seen a "GROWN MAN CRY"?

    This is really good stuff. I am a newbee to the Social Video Marketing online. I must say you make this so simple that a "direct mail person" -like me, realy easy to understand! Can not wait to see what else you have to share for FREE or for a any price????

    Thanks a million

  152. PrivateLabelProducts
    Posted January 9, 2008 at 12:10 am

    This is incredible.
    You guys are the bomb.
    I just hope that I can afford to be in the coaching program when its released.

    Leif-Harald
    http://www.originalprivatelabelproducts.com

  153. Maury
    Posted January 9, 2008 at 12:11 am

    Excellent video! It's not often I sit through a video of more than 10 minutes, but this was outstanding! Well done!

  154. Stop Hair Pulling
    Posted January 9, 2008 at 1:02 am

    You guys are great. It's 1:00 AM and I don't think I'll get to sleep until 3:00 just thinking about the possibilities you've opened up for me and my business.

    Thank you!

  155. Bill Stevens
    Posted January 9, 2008 at 1:05 am

    Hey Guys - Great Video. Can we embed the video in our own blog?

    Thanks,
    Bill

  156. Fred Carver
    Posted January 9, 2008 at 1:11 am

    Loved your Video, very easy to listen to and watch, can not wait to see how to increase my web presence in Real Estate
    THANKS

  157. John
    Posted January 9, 2008 at 1:28 am

    Wow! This stuff is awesome ~ those statistics you quoted are mind-blowing. Can't wait for your report. Thank you so much.

  158. Mark
    Posted January 9, 2008 at 3:03 am

    Excellent!

    Been socializing and the results are just as you say… I'm really looking forward to your plan. Thanks!

    Mark

  159. Alfred
    Posted January 9, 2008 at 3:16 am

    Great videos. I want learn more and be succuessful person. thanks.

  160. Tanya
    Posted January 9, 2008 at 3:38 am

    wow- your video gave me goose bumps !.Am very excited about this information.
    May even take you up on SMARTS coaching

    Tanya Carter
    Communications Manager
    Olivia Newton-John Cancer Centre Appeal
    Austin Health
    www.oliviaappeal.com

  161. Sam
    Posted January 9, 2008 at 3:44 am

    How does this reconcile with other "expert" research?

    e.g. Aaron Wall\'s piece found here > http://www.webpronews.com/topnews/2008/01/08/what-is-social-media-traffic-worth

  162. Ash Ali
    Posted January 9, 2008 at 4:20 am

    You guys at stomper net are always pulling it off! well done on a great informative video. Your rightly mention that social marketing is the next big thing for us online marketing folks.

    58 minutes of pure information (it would have taken me a few days to get through this in written form)