Pay-per-click advertising is the method of choice if you want to generate instant, targeted traffic to your website. However, this is not the only effective advertising platform out there.

With just a little attention to figuring out the best ad text (this is very important, so try some different ads to see which convert the best), as well as tracking sales and working out how to get the best conversion rates possible, pay-per-click campaigns can be your ticket to a steady income that works for you almost automatically.

Here's the top 3 pay-per-click advertising sites on the internet.
1. Goodge Adwords - Google Adwords
2. Yahoo Search Marketing - Yahoo
3. Microsoft Search Network - MSN

All of these sites have extensive help sections that I HIGHLY ENCOURAGE you to read. They contain a wealth of information that will help you be a successful advertiser.

Our products will convert really well using Google AdWords, Yahoo Search Marketing and MSN. The key is to keep tweaking your ad campaigns so that you are using the best ad copy and the best converting keywords that you possibly can. Attention to these two details will pay big dividends! I CANNOT STRESS THIS STRONGLY ENOUGH!!

This forum is loaded with tips, resources, traffic building information and other topics of direct relevance to ClickBank and ClickBank products like ours. Well worth a read!! You'll find super information here from other ClickBank affiliates about what they are doing to get traffic, advertise and make sales. If you don't read anything else about promoting ClickBank products, you must read this forum. It's a great place to ask questions as well. A VERY IMPORTANT RESOURCE!

Remember, the best keywords are always those tightly targeted to the product. Best results for the lowest cost are often obtained from keywords with low competition. I like to use the free Google Keyword Tool to do research for productive keyword possibilities.

Do your own writing! By writing your own ads, articles and reviews you will stand out from the masses on search engines, and other important ways.

Keep yourself informed about new developments in the affiliate marketing field. Visit websites, ezines and blogs on the topic. New techniques are being introduced almost daily that you can use to generate more income for your efforts. Look into social media marketing possibilities as well. These are proving very powerful for those who know how to capitalize on them.

It is often best not to send your visitors to the merchant's page right away. Get their interest up by 'preselling' them with some personal, informative comments about the merchant's great product. This method will convert to sales way better than just a simple banner link to the merchant's sales page.

Often your best ad copy will not be perfect with your first attempt. It can pay big dividends to experiment with ad copy (both on your website and PPC ads) to see what converts the best. With Google AdWords you can split test different ads for the same keywords. This is an incredible help in finding that just right ad copy that converts the best.

The most cost effective advertising on the internet is actually paid advertising. Seek out as many opportunities in this area as you can, and experiment to see what gives you the best returns. Saving advertising money does not mean relying on free advertising alone. Free advertising is not to be counted on these days!

Any affiliate banners or text links are only as effective as their placement. They must be placed on your pages where they will be easily seen. Placing them above the fold is pretty important, as many of your visitors will never bother to scroll down deeper into your page.

It is not always the best tactic to join the crowd and get into bidding on the most expensive PPC keywords. Start out with the less competitive keywords (but try to stay focused on keywords that match the product you are promoting). Common misspellings and other variations of the more expensive keywords are worth pursuing.

Although it is not always a truism, I like to keep my Pay-Per-Click bidding cost per 100 clicks under the price I'll make in commissions for 1 sale. This is, of course, something you need to experiment with.

It is probably best to submit to directories by hand. Do a Google Search for varations on "directories lists" and you'll come up with more ideas than you can probably use. Try to select the most relevant sites and be sure you select the correct category, if they ask for one. All directories are not appropriate for submitting. For example, you don't want to submit a paid surveys site to a directory all about recipes. I'm sure you get the idea.

Some good lists can be found at:

Strongest Links
One Way Links
Directory 108
Directories List
Web Directories

There is nothing magic, or secret, about becoming a super affiliate for almost any product you want to promote. The successful ones are usually those who are determined to succeed. They learn the internet marketing business, they are usually knowledgable about the product they are promoting (or take the time to get educated about the product), and they are not afraid to spend money on advertising.

If there is one "secret" I could impart to anyone trying to make a living by promoting products as an affiliate, it is don't waste time chasing free advertising and free traffic. It ain't going to happen!

THE SECRET TO BEING A PRODUCTIVE, MONEY MAKING SUPER AFFILIATE is to advertise, and advertise wisely. If you are promoting a good, in demand product, you'll make money if you spend money! It's as simple as that.

I'm always happy to help any affiliate with their advertising efforts. Email me anytime for quick answers to your questions.