So, we all need a helping hand when it comes to starting in the world of online money making, so I have compiled a little list of sites, tools and themes that will help you on your merry way.
The stuff that I have recommended below are things that I have used in the past, or currently use now, from hosting all the way too tools that just provide a bit of help.
For courses that I recommend, check out the reviews list, or have a search in the courses section.
For themes, have a look at the review section or the Themes and Plugins section - Note I will post a link below to a great site where you can grab themes, but I will go into more detail on specific themes and plugins if I have found them really useful.
Funnel Builders
ClickFunnels
One of the best known 'Funnel Builder' services out there, made hugely popular by their viral adverts. ClickFunnels has everything you would need to get started in your funnel world.
From ecom, webinar and product launch funnels, to email services and even payment gateways. With prices ranging from $97 - 297pm there is plenty to meet everyone's budget.
Systeme
Systeme has recently become one of my favourite funnel builders, and all in one platforms.
With a completely free tier, most people can start their own online business, without having to shell out for landing pages, autoresponders or even hosting/sites.
You can build so much more than just a funnel, they have membership sites, affiliate programs and more.
Kartra
Karta is more than just an funnel builder.
You can build membership sites, run your email campaigns and build funnels.
It also has it's own marketplace for promoting products built on the Kartra platform.
Page Builders
Thrive Architect
Thrive Themes is the name given to the whole company, and they actually have a suite of products that you can use. Including a membership that gives you access to quizzes, themes, builders and more.
This site was built with Thrive Themes, as are many of my other sites, due to the ease of use and how quickly I can get pages looking really similar.
Hosting
WPX
As this site started to grow, especially in terms of content, media and size, I needed a standalone hosting.
WPX filled that void, a sensible option at the time to allow AvidMarketer to grow and expand.
Starting at $24.99 per month for 5 websites, it's actually a fairly good option for those starting out.
SiteGround
If you are looking for a decent 'all rounder' from eCommerce sites to blogs, then SiteGround is a great place to start.
I moved most of my sites to Siteground a while back, as the hosting is reliable, quick and easy to navigate.
Definitely my number 1 recommendation when it comes to hosting when you are starting out.
WpEngine
If you are looking for an 'all in one' platform to host your WordPress blog, and are willing to spend a little more, then having a dedicated IP address and a bit more server hosting might be the one for you.
Prices start from $29 a month. You can read a full How To Guide Here
Domains
123 Reg
All in all their costs for URLS/Domains are comparative to any of the other major sites and their support team are friendly. They do also do some great offers on domains from time to time such as 1 year for £1.99 or similar!
Name Cheap
Another great place to find yourself domain names. NameCheap is one of the most popular sites due to it's cheap domain prices (including follow up pricing a year or two later). I have recently started to purchase a few domains from them due to some cracking deals.
Themes
Dropshipping Theme - eCom Turbo
So, if you haven't read my review of Ecom Turbo, do so here. This theme is great for e-commerce sites that you are running on Shopify.
The theme offers multiple inbuilt plugins such as countdown timers, social proof displays and the number of visitors plugins, saving you a ton of money each month (all those alone used to cost me $40 - $90 p/month depending on what I was building).
Dropshipping Theme - Turbo
So, if you haven't read my review of Turbo, then I would encourage you to do so.
More expensive than eCom Turbo, it does have a much more polished feel too it.
The theme does come with a number of apps included, and is brilliant for increasing conversions and trust with your site.
Autoresponders
Having an auto-responder is vital if you want to start building your email list, as it provides you with automation and the ability to mass mail with ease.
GetResponse
GetResponse provide automation and the ability to build awesome looking flows to map out the journey of your leads, from joining lists, to becoming customers and more.
If you are new to affiliate marketing, GetResponse can be a user friendly way of getting started with autoresponders and email marketing.
Active Campaign
If you are looking for more flexibility or automation within your email marketing campaigns, then ActiveCampaign become a great idea.
They offer all of their automations and flows straight off the bat, without having to pay more or unlock additional tiers.
Mailing List Builders
TrafficBlade
If you are looking at building your email list, one way of doing that is via Solo Ads.
Essentially using someone else to direct leads to your landing pages or capture pages. Some do it via their own PPC campaigns, others do it via their email lists.
Sign up and get access too some of my favourite vendors.
Udimi
If you are looking at building your email list, one way of doing that is via Solo Ads.
Essentially using someone else to direct leads to your landing pages or capture pages. Some do it via their own PPC campaigns, others do it via their email lists.
Sign up and get access too some of my favourite vendors. Udimi offers a marketplace of different vendors, with a variety of different prices and quality.