Realize that time is money.  Time is money is a common phrase that you may hear all the time; however, it is very important to an internet marketer, such as yourself.  Why?  Because your ability to manage your time and market a website, product, service, or blog will have a direct impact on your income generated.  For example, do you sell products on your website?  The more traffic you generate with marketing, the more sales you will receive.

Do not let your computer be a distraction.  As you can gather, internet marketing involves using the internet.  Yes, it is your job to use the internet, but you must use it properly.  Unfortunately, distractions are common when using a computer.  For starters, computers come preloaded with games.  There is also the internet factor.  These are many interesting websites online, as well as fun instant messaging programs.  Enjoy these things in your free time, but not during work hours.

Eliminate your distractions.  As previously stated, playing games on a computer or using instant messaging programs can be a huge source of distraction.  For starters, do not use them.  If your willpower to stay away isn’t strong enough, disable these programs or entirely delete them from your computer.

Since most internet marketers also work from home, it is important to eliminate distractions in the home.  When not working, do housework to have a clean and professional workspace the next day.  Do not watch television or answer the phone when working.  These tasks will disrupt your work, hindering your ability to market and make money.

Research.  Unfortunately, many new internet marketers make the mistake of believing that research is a distraction or a waste of time.  It isn’t.  As an internet marketer, you need to stay up-to-date on the latest happenings online.  If you don’t, you may miss out on the “hottest,” way to market a product or service online.  So, research.  With that said, make sure research is all you do online.  If you visit an internet marketing forum, ask questions if you need help, but avoid socializing or personal conversations.

Brainstorm and create a plan.  Whether you are a new internet marketer or an experienced one, you should already have marketing ideas running around in your head.  This is good, but what should you do with those ideas?  Brainstorm and create a plan.  A good example involves taking your ideas, prioritizing them, and creating a daily to-do list or schedule.  For example, your first task could include updating a blog with a link to your website.  Task number two could include choosing a product to give away in a marketing contest, and so forth.

Execute the above mentioned plan.  Once you have a list of internet marketing tasks to complete, get to work.  Remember, it is important to stay focus and on task.  Work on crossing items off your to-do list.  Avoid distractions, such as surfing the internet, checking your personal email account, or watching the television in the background.  By focusing only on your list of things to do, you can get more things done as an internet marketer.

Outsource when you fall behind.  Whether you fell behind due to poor time management or if you just have too many tasks to complete and not enough hours, seek help.  That help can come from a qualified outsourcer.  Who you hire will depend on the task you need completed.  Do you want to design a banner for a link exchange?  Hire a graphic or web designer.  Do you want to write articles for article directory submissions?  If so, hire a freelance writer.

In short, there are many ways for you to get more done as an internet marketer.  The best way to see success, which should include extra income, is to work on your time management skills.  Do you see a problem or distraction?  Eliminate it as an issue and focus solely on the tasks at hand.

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When familiarizing yourself with internet marketing tactics, you may start to feel overwhelmed. After all, there are hundreds of ways to market a website, product, or service online.  Since it is impossible to do it all at once or even in one week, you need to manage your time.  When it comes to internet marketing time management, there are many dos and don’ts.

Do not surf the internet when working.  Internet marketing involves using the internet.  Unfortunately, it is easy to become distracted online.  Do you like reading the news or playing games online?  If so, avoid these websites during work hours.  Save internet entertainment for after-hours.

Do use the internet to research internet marketing.  Avoid surfing the internet for personal use or entertainment during your work hours, but do not avoid it altogether.  Since new internet marketing methods arise often, use the internet to stay up-to-date.  Remember, there is a difference between searching for fun websites and searching for research.

Do remember that time is money.  If you are new to internet marketing, realize that poor time management not only leads to following behind and unorganization, but it also means lost money.  Since you cannot sell a product or service without first advertising, you need to do so online.  If you don’t, you will not make any sales, resulting in a loss of income.

Do not play games on your computer during work hours.  It is not uncommon for some home based workers to turn to computer games when feeling stressed.  Yes, you deserve a break, but games are not the way to go.  Since they are installed on your computer, they are easy to access.  Playing a game for a 10-minute break can easily turn into an hour long distraction.

Do remember to have fun outside of work.  Right now, you have heard that you shouldn’t play computer games or surf the internet for entertainment purposes.  This may not sound like fun.  Realistically, work isn’t always fun.  That doesn’t mean that you can’t have a good time, but do so outside of work.

Do not check your personal email account multiple times a day.  Unfortunately, many home based workers believe checking email does not waste a lot of time.  For starters, even a second can be wasted time.  Since you will spend more than one second reading emails, clicking on links, viewing attachments, and responding, this wasted time can easily add up.

Do create a separate account for business use only.  If you sell a product or service online, you need to check your email.  This is how you are notified of a sale.  This is okay, but eliminate distractions by keeping personal emails and work email separate.

Do not give up when overwhelmed.  Internet marketing is important to selling a product or service online; therefore, it must be done.  With a wide range of marketing options, you may feel as if you have to do them all.  Yes, you are encouraged to do so, but not at once.  If you find yourself overwhelmed, do not stop for the day, but take a short break.

In my new ebook Motivation To Succeed Online I teach you what to do and not to do. Borge Hansen http://www.yourcareergoals.net

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