It's a good idea to learn the language of the internet before you try to squeeze it for money. EPC means earnings per 100 clicks. SEO means search engine optimization, using key words to let the search engine know about your website so that people can find what they are looking for and so that the search engine can rank you high on the internet. Getting high rankings on the internet is extremely important if you want a lot of customers, but it's hard because you might have 5 to 10 million competitors.

Niches, especially narrow niches, are a sneaky way to squeeze into the market. Different programs on the internet can show you how much the demand for a product is each month. Then, you look to see how much competition you have for that same, exact product or service. When you have found a product with very high demand, say 2,000 a month, and low competition, say 2 million then you have a real nice niche. There's your chance to thrive on the internet.

Other things factor in to make a niche, like your profit margin, or if the product is expensive and has a high markup, or if it's a quickly rising star, or if it's something that has a lot of repeat business, like soap or diapers. These factors are all secondary but still worth considering when deciding on a niche.

And no matter what you decide for a niche, you must learn to be good at customer service. This is something that can make you or break you on the internet. If you are easy to get on the phone or email, and if you have a pleasant voice and know your products well, it will go a long way with many customers, including myself. Having a toll-free 800 number and answering the phone regularly will help with sales and customer relations.

One of the best and quickest ways to make it big on the internet is affiliate marketing. Before you make an agreement with a supplier, you had better ask some questions. Even before that, make sure that there is an agreement and be sure to read it first. Remember, the tiny, gray print that requires using a magnifying glass is probably the most important part for you to read. And make sure that you can get out of that agreement whenever you want to. Stay away from any type of exclusive agreement. You want your freedom if something much better comes along. Is there a big, huge fee to join their program? If there is then you are probably dealing with a middle man, and the profits won't be so good. Check competitive pricing on the internet to be sure.

It's always a good idea to get a wholesaler's license (seller's permit) for about $35 depending on the state you live in. This license permits you to charge tax on things you sell. You will also need a business license which is usually free.

Remember, try to build trust. It's very important on the internet. Get the customers to trust you as much as possible, and have integrity.