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Re: Lessons learned from my first full marathon and fundraiser

Scott Smith — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 09:52:09 -0000

Congrats on the run Austin. Your writing tells a story of passion and growth that would make your mother proud. I wish she were here to see what you are doing with your life... then again... I'm sure she's keeping an eye on you in her own special way.

Good job.

Dad

Re: How the Seasonal Blues Work

Scott Smith — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 10:00:18 -0000

What a very simple and very cool way to describe what everybody goes through this time of year. I live and breath in the world at www.motivaitontomoe.com - and am always looking for a way to help folks "get it". The weather in your head... that's one I need to pass on to as many folks as possible. Just getting to know you Chris but I'm looking forward to that 2009 journey with you. Let me know if I can help.

Re: You're Racing- I'm Improving

Scott Smith — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 19:43:28 -0000

Your words could not be more true.

I am very competitive - with myself. Yes... I love to compare and keep track of those folks who's goal it is to keep me on my toes. But... in the end... it's all about being the best I can be. Thanks for your insight Chris.

Re: I’m Confused – Am I a Mac Guy or Not?

Scott Smith — Mon, 28 Aug 2006 18:45:06 -0000

It's OK Paul - we've all gone through this and survived. Beside - the PC "force" is strong and takes great strength to overcome.

Still - you are a Mac guy - and we won't hold it against you that you took so long to come around. We're here to support you.

How do I know you're a Mac guy?

The very fact that you have enough time left in your day to ponder this question can only mean one thing - your new Mac has made you super-productive and has taken away all the barriars that used to fill your time.

PS - I've got 5 Macs running the 6 weekly Motivation To Move Podcasts ((www.motivationtomove.com) and website. We're also launching a daily subsciption only podcast that will take us to 11 per week. The Mac and Automator really help to ease the workload.

Re: On Demand CD And DVD Sales For The New Media Producer – What Is Most Important To You?

Scott Smith — Mon, 26 May 2008 17:51:32 -0000

As a guy who is currently ordering inventory and is also currently updating my entire system for on demand delivery... I've got a few thoughts.

Rock solid processes that are refined to the needs of online marketers.

Simple setup with competitive setup and unit fees.

Top quality production and materials.

Quick shipping with options and notification.

CRM integration.

People who are good to work with and relationship oriented. I prefer a long term solution and am always looking for a long term partner.

That's it for now - more later. Thanks Paul!

Scott

Re: Devaluing Content Is A Bad Move Right Now

Scott Smith — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 09:55:43 -0000

Hey Paul,

Good stuff as usual.

I have to admit, your post got my attention because I've always had a love-hate relationship with cheap and free.

My membership website, www.motivationtomove.com, has been producing premium content for three years. Last year, I decided to sell my archives on DVD and decided to put a price of $97 on it. I'll never do it again.

On the surface it was great to sell almost $10,000 worth in a matter of a couple of days. It made Christmas better that's for sure. But then something happened.

Almost right away I noticed more cancellations. Suddenly all of my 19.95 per month members realized they could buy three years worth of content and not have to pay as they went. That's a problem if you run a membership website.

I also realized that I could easily sold my archive shows for triple the amount to my raving fans who wanted it "because" they were fans and would still remain a member.

My model is to stay on the low end at 19.95 months for lots and lots of folks. I offer a great product that they truly value but doesn't take any more work from me no matter how many members I have. On the other end, I go for high end, high priced products for few people. But... my real goal is stay out of the middle - and that is what the $97 price point was. The middle cuts margins, increases service demand and in general makes me grumpy. :)

One more thing on the economy.

Based on a previous post you made, I have not cut my prices at all and have increased my membership over the last couple of weeks by 25%. How? I just made the decision to focus all of my time and money on marketing my business and only marketing my business. Everything else can wait until times get better. I have to admin - I'm sleeping a lot better.

Thanks for you thoughts,

Scott