"There is strength in numbers." In my opinion, this maxim sums up one of the most powerful assets that a forum has available for it's membership to tap into. The principle is simple and is the basis of networking.Two people can accomplish more than one person. Four can accomplish more than two, and so on. It is not unusual to see a group's collective energy at work here at NP- the threads in this board provide some good examples.. However, applying the strength in our numbers in a dynamic and organized way, for the purpose of enhancing the profit potential of the membership, is an asset that has, barely, been identified, let alone put to use.
Rather, than providing further analysis and explanation, (I will provide some more of that at the tail of the post), I will go directly to the point and demontrate how I can begin enhancing my, (and your), income potential utilizing the energy that the, sheer, size of our community offers if it is organized and focused upon a clearly defined project.
I intend to post threads that are designed for the, express, purpose of gathering information that will act as small "mini-data bases" that are defined by specific name groups. The threads will provide raw data that can later be organized into subject specific lists and used, on a limited basis, in statiscal analysis. The first thread topic will go under the descriptive, non- flowery heading: "Data Base- Stes Supported by "Made-Up" Domain Names", (or something to that effect).
This isn't anything new. The "Report Domain Name Sales Here" thread can perform, essentially, the same task.
True.However, there are some significant differences. My proposal,:
1) Expands upon the theme of the "Domain Sales..." thread and is aimed directly at collecting data that is specifically designed as a resource center- not as an outlet for showcasing name sales, per se.
2)Topic specific. How often have you seen the Domain Sales..." thread referenced to support a position? Have you ever drawn comps from the thread to support a sale?
3) Encompasses a broader spectrum- Websites that are conductiing businesses that are supported by a specific namespaces, for instance. .com Keyword domains that are being used as generic landing pages could be a flip side way of gathering info and data about a topic- or perhaps broaden it, at first. to include premium keyword and 3LL names. There are several possibilities- so many that, the list will need some weeding.
How does this tie into "income potential" ?
The data can be used to support sales presentations and promote a name group. Additionaly, the thread will provide category specific raw data and organized data that can be used to research a name group and would be useful for someone trying to make a decision about a tld, theme group or for someone who is planning out a registration strategy. A benefit that impacts but, does not have a direct effect on income, is that the information can also act as a reference to support a position with substantive material. Public opinion has an effect on income. Unsubstantiated arguments that have the ability to sway opinion will find it more difficult to find listening ears.
Will the threads stay alive? What will motivate people to become involved and continue posting links?
1) Self interest- One of the benefits of breaking the threads down by subject is that that they will attract those members who have a vested interest in the particular topic. People want a direct link between energy expended and benefits received. They will become involved and maintain their participation in building a data base that can help them in their sales and support their cause. Volunteer-based enterprises often fall by the wayside because the links between idea-action-and-results are to vague and undefined.
2) Good will. It isn't impossible to assume that members who don't have a vested interest in a subject will, also, contribute as they run across a website or bit of info that may be of interest to group *if* they are aware that there is an outlet for the information and *if* it is easily accessible.
Strengths, Weaknesses and No Panaceas
One of the drawbacks w/ the sales figure approach, however, is that drawing up a list of domain name sales that is comprehensive enough to reflect the big picture is no easy task. The most accesible sources for sales figures do an excellent job of fullfilling their mission their scope is limited. Pulling a list of .us sales off of DNJ, for instance, can show off some good .us sales, but it would be erroneous to base any general conclusions about .us domain sales based. solely, upon a list of names that are drawn from the high end of the marketplace. NP's "List Your Domain Name Sales..." thread represents a good start in the right direction, (and may one day evolve into a more comprehensive resource) but it, too, represents a narrow sampling and provides, only a partial view.
Creating a comprehensive list of active domains that are marketing company product, ("real websites"- landing pages, pointers and generic ppc directories don't count), in a namespace/category has limitations, (ie site quality and relative usefullness issues), but there is nothing inhibiting the compilation of a comprehensive list because everyone has fingertip access to the complete data base, right in front of them- the internet. Compiling a comprehensive list from a vast internet is, more than, a daunting task when looking at it from an individual perspective. The strength of numbers can help size the task down and make it more managaeable, particularly, if it is broken down into distinct subject categories.
More to come:
Individual threads or an organiztional framework for a group of threads?
A "Research Center" or "Data Base Center" topic area?
Defining the subject areas?
What info would you like to get your hands on?
What info is hard to come by?
Ideas, etc?
Rather, than providing further analysis and explanation, (I will provide some more of that at the tail of the post), I will go directly to the point and demontrate how I can begin enhancing my, (and your), income potential utilizing the energy that the, sheer, size of our community offers if it is organized and focused upon a clearly defined project.
I intend to post threads that are designed for the, express, purpose of gathering information that will act as small "mini-data bases" that are defined by specific name groups. The threads will provide raw data that can later be organized into subject specific lists and used, on a limited basis, in statiscal analysis. The first thread topic will go under the descriptive, non- flowery heading: "Data Base- Stes Supported by "Made-Up" Domain Names", (or something to that effect).
This isn't anything new. The "Report Domain Name Sales Here" thread can perform, essentially, the same task.
True.However, there are some significant differences. My proposal,:
1) Expands upon the theme of the "Domain Sales..." thread and is aimed directly at collecting data that is specifically designed as a resource center- not as an outlet for showcasing name sales, per se.
2)Topic specific. How often have you seen the Domain Sales..." thread referenced to support a position? Have you ever drawn comps from the thread to support a sale?
3) Encompasses a broader spectrum- Websites that are conductiing businesses that are supported by a specific namespaces, for instance. .com Keyword domains that are being used as generic landing pages could be a flip side way of gathering info and data about a topic- or perhaps broaden it, at first. to include premium keyword and 3LL names. There are several possibilities- so many that, the list will need some weeding.
How does this tie into "income potential" ?
The data can be used to support sales presentations and promote a name group. Additionaly, the thread will provide category specific raw data and organized data that can be used to research a name group and would be useful for someone trying to make a decision about a tld, theme group or for someone who is planning out a registration strategy. A benefit that impacts but, does not have a direct effect on income, is that the information can also act as a reference to support a position with substantive material. Public opinion has an effect on income. Unsubstantiated arguments that have the ability to sway opinion will find it more difficult to find listening ears.
Will the threads stay alive? What will motivate people to become involved and continue posting links?
1) Self interest- One of the benefits of breaking the threads down by subject is that that they will attract those members who have a vested interest in the particular topic. People want a direct link between energy expended and benefits received. They will become involved and maintain their participation in building a data base that can help them in their sales and support their cause. Volunteer-based enterprises often fall by the wayside because the links between idea-action-and-results are to vague and undefined.
2) Good will. It isn't impossible to assume that members who don't have a vested interest in a subject will, also, contribute as they run across a website or bit of info that may be of interest to group *if* they are aware that there is an outlet for the information and *if* it is easily accessible.
Strengths, Weaknesses and No Panaceas
One of the drawbacks w/ the sales figure approach, however, is that drawing up a list of domain name sales that is comprehensive enough to reflect the big picture is no easy task. The most accesible sources for sales figures do an excellent job of fullfilling their mission their scope is limited. Pulling a list of .us sales off of DNJ, for instance, can show off some good .us sales, but it would be erroneous to base any general conclusions about .us domain sales based. solely, upon a list of names that are drawn from the high end of the marketplace. NP's "List Your Domain Name Sales..." thread represents a good start in the right direction, (and may one day evolve into a more comprehensive resource) but it, too, represents a narrow sampling and provides, only a partial view.
Creating a comprehensive list of active domains that are marketing company product, ("real websites"- landing pages, pointers and generic ppc directories don't count), in a namespace/category has limitations, (ie site quality and relative usefullness issues), but there is nothing inhibiting the compilation of a comprehensive list because everyone has fingertip access to the complete data base, right in front of them- the internet. Compiling a comprehensive list from a vast internet is, more than, a daunting task when looking at it from an individual perspective. The strength of numbers can help size the task down and make it more managaeable, particularly, if it is broken down into distinct subject categories.
More to come:
Individual threads or an organiztional framework for a group of threads?
A "Research Center" or "Data Base Center" topic area?
Defining the subject areas?
What info would you like to get your hands on?
What info is hard to come by?
Ideas, etc?
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