April 1, 2008
Some straight talk about the $45,000 video…
by: Larry
Wow, we didn't know our last video, "HexaTrack: Proof Positive" would make waves like that. It raised quite a ruckus on our blog.
Before I get into today's video (you'll like it — it's funny!), let me say this straight up:
We're not here to impress you, or anybody…
Not even with the $45,000 video. We leave that to the "gurus" out there who will promise you one "miracle money machine" after another. Good for them. Let them guide their lemmings off the cliff.
In fact, if you're a lemming, I suggest you stop following the developments around HexaTrack right now. Seriously. HexaTrack FREE, and especially HexaTrack PRO, is a tool for active do-ers, not for passive follow-ers. I'll explain in a minute why this is near and dear to my heart.
See, we want to be your un-gurus…
…and we hope today's video conveys that spirit. If not, I suppose we have to be funnier next time. Or even more straight and on-point, than in the epic 12-minute production you're about to see.
No, Spielberg didn't lay hands on it. Which brings me to some of the points raised on the blog comments. This video will address them head-on… (and the following is not a spoiler):
- we'll address the "low video quality", and why it doesn't actually matter as much as some think;
- and the 400-pound gorilla of all questions: How much did we spend in Adwords to crank in the $45,000 in two days? How much did we actually net?! [Spoiler alert: Even after Adwords cost, it was still a handsome daily profit]
- "oh yeah, if you're so cool, why won't you show us the exact keywords and the offer that you made $45k with?" (Hint: not sharing markets protects profitable niches from the lemmings who would overrun them and ruin it for all of us.)
- why will the "PPC 2.0 Tutorial Briefs" be only sent to people who upgrade to HexaTrack PRO? (at which point the PRO version will become so valuable that we have to charge more than the current $47/mo, unless you're grandfathered in at the current price);
- …and finally the question that –to our knowledge– no creator of any Adwords management tool will dare to address head-on: When I use HexaTrack, are you guys spying on my campaigns so you can copy them and break into my market?
We'll address it all… you get the cool bits, the wobbly bits… we even left in the embarassing bits. Directly from Amish and me, from our new crib in La Jolla, California… are you ready?
There you have it. Plain and simple. That's our value proposition to you.
Run with HexaTrack FREE. Or upgrade to HexaTrack PRO, get our upcoming PPC 2.0 Briefs and lock in the current $47/mo rate. Whatever you choose, be a do-er, not a follow-er.
See, I'm from New York, so let me give it to you straight (…the only way I know how): Money is not made by sitting on your ass, watching videos about HexaTrack. It's made by sitting on your ass and using HexaTrack.
Seriously though, if you're reading this, you might secretly still be a follow-er, not a do-er. (You know if you are; quit lying to yourself.) If you're willing to come join this side of the Internet –the side that actually makes money!– mine and Amish's door is open; come on in.
Oh and if you need more pushing and prodding and marketing mumbo-jumbo, don't seek it here. We ain't feeding your Internet marketing daydreams any more. All we can do is develop our tools as good as we know, and give help for free in the forum and right here in the blog. What else do you expect? A house call?
More help is on the way.
Look I don't want to sound harsh here, like Mr. East Coast thug. Even if you're the most dedicated PPCer, you will need much more help. We realize that the videos so far have not been enough. That's why my boy Amish is working feverishly on his written tutorial.
And: One of our next videos will go step-by-step through one specific, complete campaign, from start to finish, showing the market and all keywords, money spent, money earned, the whole enchilada, no holds barred. We'll throw it out there, free, so run with it …or do whatever you want with it!
That's where I'm coming from. If you'd like to reciprocate the favor and lock in your HexaTrack PRO price at $47/mo before prices go up, you can do so here. Or don't. It doesn't matter much to us, as we believe that HexaTrack PRO will be the most compelling combination of tool and insider PPC knowledge available anyway. And we keep the help for the FREE version coming, no matter what.
Catch you later…
–Larry
P.S. - Spread the Message. We had to split the two videos on youtube.
Part 1- (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EBmGOVtJl48)
Part 2 - (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wF1oAjzg39k)
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26 Comments on Some straight talk about the $45,000 video… »
April 2, 2008
Cheap Websites @ 2:14 am:
Thanks guys.
I'm playing around with the free version and can see the benefits from using your system. Looking forward to the new PDF and videos. Also, I'm so used to IM's trying to be my 'best friend' that your no bull***t down to earth approach is refreshing to say the least.
Good luck.
OK @ 2:32 am:
Thanks. Great video. Laughed reading your New York true humor.
I needed all of this to take the leap for the Pro version.
Good luck with your new crib and 'Californie' living!
Inger
Luke @ 2:41 am:
The major concern here is stealing markets in my opinion. You can say you aren't stealing all you want, but I have a feeling I'm not the only one who wouldn't trust my highly profitable markets in the hands of anyone.
The good news is there is a simple fix. Configure your software so that the end-user can install it on their own server. Because you have a membership, just have the script call your database periodically to make sure the script-owner is still a valid member, etc.
Easy fix, done. Until you do that the main players will not use your product for fear of divulging markets.
Kim (forum: rachelle123) @ 5:08 am:
Hey Guys,
Great video today. =)Just wanted to say thanks for making all the videos, they are very helpful. I am new in the ppc world and only using the free version. But because I have my own product I have been using it to make money in my market as an affiliate and to gain the keywords I need for my own ppc campaigns. ( for my own product)
So hat goes off to both of.. and your totally right.. I would'nt share my market with anyone either.lol….
looking forward to any new videos..
Kim
Steve Vale @ 5:12 am:
I have been using the free version for the pass few
weeks (with the up grades and hic up's) and had already
desided to up grade to "Pro"
Had I been undecided your $45,000 in 2 days would not
have tipped the scales (you are proven experts)
BUT this last video of yours would have!
Proud to be with you both
and pleased and proud to be able to recomend Hexatrak
Steve Vale
Ian Orford @ 7:06 am:
Great video guys, it is all about trust. I have a good feeling about working with you and this software.
Last year in June was my break through, I trusted somebody, followed a PPC system and now make $15,000 per month gross with a $5000 spend. The challenge is its very hard work! With this software I will be able to expand my markets and shift my workload. I am going pro, very exciting!
Cheers, Ian
Ian Orford @ 7:11 am:
Just relying to 'Luke' above. Most people dont want to install this stuff on there own servers and it still doesn't solve any problems of these guys 'spying' and stealing our campaings. They could still do that. It wont happen, they wouldn't be doing this if thats what they were about.
And the players as you call them Luke, they have there own solutions anyway, or they can develop them! Just my thoughts. Trust, trust, trust!
Ryan M @ 7:23 am:
I think this comment is 100% on point.
http://www.hexatrack.com/blog/ppc/new-video-45k-in-2-days-hexatrack-pro-proof-positive/#comment-56
Chaz @ 7:46 am:
Thanks for clearing things up guys! I'm running some ad tracker projects with the free version, and I'm REAL close to upgrading, if I can leverage the data I'm getting. Thanks for sharing this great tool!
columbo @ 8:01 am:
Short and sweet …
You are not going to steal my campaigns or spy on what works because…
Karma…
Oh, ok… Here'd my $50 a months… Karma will protect me!
HA!
Dave @ 8:26 am:
Guys,
The video was good and direct but still you have not answered the question that was one of the most important. Did you guys do this in two days using HEXATRACK. The answer is NO.
No matter what you say you did not do this using HEXATRACK in two days. You guys spend a lot of money and test lot of stuff before this campaign. HEXATRACK cannot do anything so fast. I know that script and have used similar script for last 6 months.
I am not a ppc newbie so you can fool people who don't know anything about ppc. I am really sorry to see people getting carried away by SCAMSTERS.
Don't spend your hard earned money on crap.
Jubril @ 1:49 pm:
This same guy with all the neg comments how much do you make a month ? It seem you just spend all your energy bad mouthing them. Advice for people reading, listen to these guys. There is one FACT, and that is they are making money and most people online don't so you going to learn something. Its like riding a bike, you not going learn a damn thing by just watching videos and watching videos. You have to get in the game Play. Then it becomes part of you. Its skill and a science you pratice. Then you develop a principles so you can really play on in area of PPC, since you have the CORE VALUES.
Larry and Amish keep up the Good work,
Dave @ 3:33 pm:
My question is really basic - for earning big $$$ on PPC in a short period of time, how do you get the capital to pay for the advertising spend when the commission payout is 30 days later?
Thanks for your generous offer.
- Dave
April 3, 2008
Jon @ 9:59 am:
My question is how about all the ones that you lose money on? if you made $25k on this one, you must've spent money testing before it went live right? Also, how much was spent on other campaigns? Much has been spoke about spending time doing it, getting into action, not just watching vids, etc. but what about those who actually have spent time putting their efforts into action and still lose?
Thor @ 1:08 pm:
Isn't Feb 12 to Feb 14 THREE days? 12AM on Feb12 to 12pm on Feb 12 is one day. The same for Feb 13 and 14.
I know, I know…making big money in 2 days versus 3 days? I wouldn't complain. It's just that it struck me as strange when he selected Feb 12 to 14 as being two days.
April 4, 2008
james @ 8:22 am:
100% True
james @ 8:23 am:
Luke @ 2:41 am:
100% True
Candee @ 12:08 pm:
I'm curious to know whether you used a direct link or a landing page that you created for this campaign.
Jim @ 12:51 pm:
I wonder if my comment will still here or the above comments are scripted.
April 5, 2008
Steve @ 4:52 pm:
WTF, is everybody in internet marketing moving to La Jolla these days?
Thanks for the video guys. Your product rocks!
Steve @ 4:54 pm:
Credit cards, your savings account, or a rich uncle. Take your pick.
Steve @ 4:55 pm:
Dave asked: "My question is really basic - for earning big $$$ on PPC in a short period of time, how do you get the capital to pay for the advertising spend when the commission payout is 30 days later?"
My answer above: "Credit cards, your savings account, or a rich uncle. Take your pick."
Sorry for the double post.
April 6, 2008
Olakunle Solomon Fatoye @ 2:34 am:
1. Thanks once again Hexatrack for this surprise.
2. You will never stop doing that. SURPRISE! SURPRISE!! SURPRISE!!!
3. But my own concern is entirely different and it is this…
4. Is it now okay to lay bare your google adwords account Cost Per Click, Impressions, Clicks, Total Cost, Positions and Click Through Rate like you just did without any frowns?
5. This is the height of it as you have exceeded how far I thought you would go in proofing what you are doing.
6. However, as much as I trusted your program so much to even give it a test by joining in to the free version, what will you like to say about things like AffiliatElite and SpeedPPC? I know there are a dozen or handful of application programs out there that people use to conquer the PPC world but yours seems to me to be an exception for some key reasons which it is only those who use your software and know what they are doing will discover. They are numerous and each of us have interests in different things when we pursue results.
7. To be frank, I use all the other PPC systems that some people will not have even heard of or know exist but have accounts with Yahoo, MSN and Google.
8. Using those giant three I mentioned requires full understanding of what you are doing else one will lose too much before ever seeing results the reason I have not delved into them as you are doing with Hexatrack that you just showed us.
9. Now, if this is possible, which I have only being hearing of and never seen anyone show this kind of account but test accounts that are only for training purposes, it means there is a need to actually take to heart what you are saying in a higher level.
10. Aside that, you seem to be giving more than you are getting really. If that is well said.
11. When all has been said and done, I think the bottom line is ACTION. That is the deficiency that most if not all of us have in some things that never take flight in our lives.
12. Sure, will have to invest more time of my lifetime into understanding the workings of your provided tools and training and then go ahead to better my life and that of others around me.
13. One more thing, try to work on how you can make the software a package that calls up the license details to confirm membership on your servers and run on individual computers rather than on your servers direct to increase the level of trust (But it is always more work trying to get people to upgrade to newer versions while on your server, it is life the moment you update).
14. Well, I see no reason why the fear of investing into goodness will be as great as the fear of someone stealing it by using the system on your servers directly. He who builds one campaign strategy that gets stolen, can build another. Understanding, knowledge and wisdom of what one is doing is the key.
15. One major thing I have seen Hexatrack providers overcome is the FEAR OF LOSING.
16. When one overcome that fear (fear of losing money, fear of losing trust, fear of losing friends, fear of losing whatsoever it is that we cling to), all things are possible.
17. Thanks for re-affirming your words.
18. Remain blessed and a blessing and we shall communicate again soon if God is willing!
19. Regards,
20. Olakunle Solomon Fatoye.
21. PS: I may make more effort to reach you and are you attending the Commission Junction University that is coming up soon?!
April 10, 2008
Robben Salter @ 9:40 am:
To the morons below, do you really think larry and amish have time to steal all of our markets?
And do you really think that after all the money/time they have poured into developing this tool, and a customer base, that they are going to screw over all of their own customers?
And do you really think they would even address the issue at all, if they we're scam artist?
1+1+1=3… these guy's are legit, grow a brain
April 17, 2008
Fred @ 10:17 pm:
A +L:
Oooops…. your first youtube link is broken… the url is wonky. Perhaps that is why it has so few views compared to the second half.
Thanks for answering the questions. Very helpful!
May 2, 2008
gary @ 12:51 am:
Great stuff guys, still anxiously waiting for the UK traffic version, once thats done I'm in!