Everybody talks about building a list, but it seems only a few select individuals know how to do it the right way and more importantly, explain how you can do it too, in easy to understand terms. I’m one of the few.

What kind of list is best for you?

There are at least 5 different type of lists you can build. But did you know that only one makes the most money? I’m talking about a type of list that could put hundreds, thousands and tens of thousands into your pocket, each and every month.

Let’s analyse the 5 type of lists you could build and discover the one which could make you the most money.

List Idea #1 – Free Course

You build this list if you have a free course you want to deliver to prospects. Turning leads into profit is the main reason, but it takes time to nurture the relationship with that list, and you won’t know for sure if the product you promote is the ideal fit.

List Idea #2 – Free PDF

Most affiliate marketers and bloggers would jump on the opportunity to get their name out there and offer a free PDF report, hoping to build trust at light speed with their subscribers and make some bucks in return through affiliate links.

List Idea #3 – Free Video

This would be the ideal list building idea for authors, speakers and coaches wanting to share their knowledge and capture targeted leads.

List Idea #4 – Free Blog Updates

The majority of bloggers have RSS myopia. They can’t see a better way to capture readers and more importantly, do not understand the follow-up game.

A free blog updates list through a dedicated autoresponder service is every savvy blogger’s dream.

List Idea #5 – Product Discounts

This is the #1 reason to building a list. It brings the most money when done correctly.

What you offer is not free stuff, nor blog updates, but special product discounts on products or services you own. You can also make special arrangements with vendors and offer your list affiliate product recommendations. You receive a commission cut when someone buys from your link. All you need to do is write a short compelling product review and add your link. Let your vendor do the selling and handle customer support, while you laugh all the way to the bank.

There you have it. 5 type of lists you can build today. One of them makes you the most money.

List building tips you can take to the bank. No tricks involved.

It’s your turn to comment now.

What kind of lists do you own? Which one is your best money-maker?

P.S. Stay tuned for the next post. I talk about “how to create a free course and capture more leads”. Join the list to get free blog updates!