Article Announcer Review - Jason Potash

I've been busy reviewing this product that will be available to the public on June 28, 2005. Let me tell you a bit about what's included:

• Complete User Guide (in print and on CD-rom): You might think it funny that I mention there's a user guide because all products should have one. Well, it's rare to see one this thorough and step-by-step these days. Jason not only teaches you how to use the software, but ensures that you are writing the best articles possible in the process.

The only problem with the User Guide is you will need to be operating on a Windows system to view the videos (or to use the software).

• Article Announcer Software: If you've ever avoided submitting articles to directories or announcement lists because it's too time-consuming, this software can help you change that. The software streamlines the process of (this is not an exhaustive list):

• Submitting to article directories
• Submitting to article announcements lists
• Automatic word counts
• Article formatting
• Checking keyword density
• Spam check to help your articles get through spam filters
• Keeping track of your submissions

The software is simple to use and with the help of the user guide, I was able to work through any problems that I had. The only feature I thought people should use with caution (although, I believe Jason will disagree with me) is the formatting of your articles to 65 characters. It's not a serious thing and you don't have to format your articles...it is simply an option with the software.

I don't format mine because many people publish articles on their websites (which is good for search engine traffic) and they don't need the 65 character formatting (and in my experience, many of these people don't know how to remove the formatting). Also, people who prefer the 65 character format generally know how to format an existing article to fit their specifications - it only takes them a second.

Just my thoughts on the subject. Again, it's not a big deal. Different directories, submissions lists and specific publishers have guidelines on formatting, so always check those first.

Also, you will have to go through the software and decide which directories and lists are appropriate for your article submissions. This will be time consuming on the first round, but once you've complete this once, you'll have your highly targeted submission list ready for use over and over again.

• Article Blueprint - 4 Hours with Jason Potash & John Reese

To me, this is worth the price of admission. Jason & John recorded over 4 hours of article writing; traffic and lead generation; and article distribution. The recording comes on 4 CDs, plus the complete transcripts are provided for easy reference (or if you prefer to read).

Just a Few of the Topics Covered are:

• How to write articles that help generate leads and sales
• Getting more search engine traffic from your articles
• How to avoid the pitfalls of search engine optimization and maintaining steady search engine traffic
• How to get more people to publish your articles
• How to hire ghostwriters
• And more (You'll find more details on the official Article Announcer information page)

• Article Blueprint BONUS: "Article Swipe File"

When you get your copy of Article Announcer, don't toss this one aside. It's only 23 pages, but is packed with invaluable information. "Swipe Files" are the secret weapon of any great writer, but this booklet contains more than just a few great articles. It also includes:

• Article Blueprint Cheat Sheet: The cheat sheet covers everything from research, writing mechanics, how promote your article, optimizing your articles for search engines, repackaging and redistributing your articles and how to make more money from your articles.
• Help for Writers Block: Starter ideas, attention-getting titles, first sentence starters, strong conclusions and resource boxes that inspire action.

Find out More at the Article Announcer Website

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