The big secret is out! Until now, the pricing of Stompernet's new SEO Course Stomping the Search Engines 2.0 was not disclosed. In fact, those of us where were 'in the know' had to sign a Non Disclosure Agreement and agree not to share any details until 24 hours before its public release.
That hour is now 🙂 Stomping the Search Engines 2.0, and The Net Effect, will both be available on Wednesday September 3rd at 2pm eastern. And you are going to be able to get them both for free. Yes free.
That "crazy price" raises a lot of questions, so here's a quick rundown of the most common Q&A (so far) in case this cool news raised your eyebrows (too!) and set off your 'skeptic-meter'...
Let me backtrack a bit in case you're just now joining us. You'll want to start with my Stomping the Search Engines 2.0 Review. That will tell you what this product is, and why you should be interested in it. Also see my video on The Net Effect, which is the 2nd product in this package.
The retail price for Stomping the Search Engines 2.0 is $497. You will have opportunity to purchase it at that price (um.. ???) if you would rather not get it for free (???). The order page will be here, and as I said above it will be live on Wednesday September 3rd at 2pm EDT.
The Price: $0
To clear up any potential skepticism, I'll share the full details on this with you. I have been an affiliate for Brad Fallon & Andy Jenkins (Stompernet owners) for over 4 years, since their original product was released in 2004. I have also attended the last two StomperNet Live events as a guest, and spoke in detail with their affiliate manager and several key team members.
All that just to let you know that what I am sharing with you is fact, and that I am getting the details straight from the source.
It has been 4 years since Brad & Andy have released a physical product. Their original product was an audio SEO Course. Since that course was taken off the market, their primary "product" has been membership into StomperNet, which is a high-end eBiz training & coaching offer. The price for admission to StomperNet is $800/month. Well worth it no doubt, but way out of price range for the majority.
Stomping the Search Engines 2.0 carries that same quality of training as a high-end 8-module video course, but at an affordable one-off price for those who just cant swing the recurring $800 monthly payment.
At the same time, they are also releasing their brand new print publication titled The Net Effect. It will be available for a subscription rate of $39.97. Before you balk at that price, you really must see my video. StomperNet is known for their quality, and they've spared no expense with The Net Effect 😉
The bottom line: They want to get major exposure for The Net Effect, and so they are giving away a copy of Stomping the Search Engines 2.0 and the premier edition of The Net Effect as a means of letting you decide for yourself if its something you'd like to subscribe to (trust me - you will!).
Is It Really Free?
"What's the catch?" Dont feel bad, I asked the same question :p
StomperNet is being completely transparent about this offer, so you dont have to worry about being trapped into some hidden forced continuity deal or anything like that.
You will get both products for free as promised. The only cost to you is shipping & handling. You can continue to get The Net Effect if you absolutely love it (you're going to love it!), otherwise you can cancel at any time and pay nothing at all.
S/H Costs
The shipping & handling cost is going to be somewhere in the range of $10-$15 for people in the US, $20-$25 for people outside the US.
By the way, it isnt going to take 2 weeks or more to get these products in the mail. Unlike some product developers (*ahem*) this is not a "print on demand" situation. The products are already printed and ready to ship out the door!
Cancellation Policy
When you get your copy of The Net Effect, flip open the front cover - right there on the first page you'll find cancellation instructions. Andy also said that he is setting up an automated self-cancel option so that you can bypass "customer support" and manage your subscription easily at any time.
My Take
I am really impressed with how the StomperNet team is handling this release. They know very well how you feel about high-ticket products, forced continuity, and all the other tricks in that bag.
They are being very open and upfront about the details of this "launch" and have obviously heard you loud and clear. That is evident in every detail of this offer.
One Last Note
I am a JV Partner for StomperNet, and this is my referral link to get your free copies of Stomping the Search Engines 2.0 and The Net Effect on Wednesday at 2pm eastern.
If you would like to pay full retail price for Stomping the Search Engines 2 instead of taking them up on the free offer to check out The Net Effect, by all means - feel free to do so (*grin*).
Obviously there is no percentage of $0, but I would greatly appreciate it if you would use my referral link as the person that referred you to their site for the free offer.
With some programs, the first person to refer you to a merchant gets credit. With others it is the last referral that gets credit. That is the case with this offer - the last link you click on before accepting the offer is credited for referring you.
So if you've been following along through my videos and reviews and updates, but also clicking on other links too, you may want to come back here to use this link on Wednesday when you get ready to request your free products.
That's it for now. Make a note to check in on Wednesday, September 3rd at 2pm eastern to get yourself on the list for your 2 free products!
Best,
p.s. Andy & Brad just added a video to their site too, that explains more about StomperNet and the StSE 2.0 offer.
About Lynn Terry
Now 4:30PM. Even for free the last second delays will get a lot of people very upset. Especially, if they tried at 2:00 then 3:00 then 3:30, now 4:30 and then can't get thru the server(s). I know I will not be happy. I was logged on at the day job from 1:30 thru 3:15, then shot home only to find out now 4:30 and I'm on the east coast. I feel sorry for the ones overseas.
Al
Hey Lynn,
Was it the first or last click that gets the affiliate commission?
I'm asking because these delays are very timely and convenient for other affiliates to send out the last email and catch the last click. I've gotten an email from just about all of Andy and Brad's buddies except Frank Kern - Where's Frank??...I'd just be interested in seeing Frank's Mass Control spin on this launch.
I'm only using your link though.
Good luck...this is a No Brainer if there ever was one in this market place.
Best,
Martin
Still not open 13:45 PDT=15:45 EDT.
Hey, Lynn:
Maybe we could use this time more productively. Maybe you could give a prize for the person that guesses the actual time the site will be open.
I'm taking 6:37 p.m. today.
Good luck to everyone.
I was thinking the same Martin, where is Frank??? Also, Brad and Andy should have learned from Frank about underesimating server requirements. Mass Control was a frenzy.
Al
First, latest from Andy:
"Thanks for the support everyone. Believe me, this is NOT the way I want to build buzz."
As for Frank Kern, I saw his email. He didnt use a referral link, said he didnt have time to review the product. But he did announce it (before he went out surfing, of course)...
Martin- It's the LAST click. And thank you for asking. I really appreciate you guys using my link. That means a lot. I plan to publish a case study and disclose the numbers (no matter how low/high) and have reasons for 'tracking' (that you'll benefit from later too).
The link again is:
http://www.clicknewz.com/stse2.htm
well the good thing about waiting for 3 hours is that the darn movie finally played for me....small achievement but I'm happy
Note: You can always get it tomorrow.
And miss the meltdown of there servers, not on your life.
But one has to agree with the posters about the pushbacks (and for that matter technical problems) that potential customers are experiencing ..
They have now added a email notification if and when they launch. So it is now back in there court and waiting for the next Serve(unintentional choice of words) by them
Guess I'll miss the meltdown as I'll wait for the email which hopefully they will roll out in stages.
Thanks Lynn for the updates
Hey Lynn
Thanks for sending out that last email about the delay. I had just sent you an email right before I got yours asking if it was just me having a problem!
This is huge and I know it will be worth the wait!
Thanks again!
Jean
I keep refreshing the page...argh, I'm dying with anticipation --- wanna place my order LOL :--)
Still not online? Thought StomperNet is run by pros, not losers......
5:30pm now.
Cant state how disappointed I am... I am not in ET but overseas, didnt plan to stay up all night.... I mean, these are the "best" IM pros there are? And they cant launch a product without major unacceptable delays? And delaying it again and again and again and again??
Now looks like 5:30pm. Hope I can get it later tonight, since I have a more pressing engagement at that time.... my son's T-Ball game 🙂
Pft 🙄
Anyway...
Just checked in with Andy. They've isolated the problem and are working to get this back online. They certainly arent doing themselves any favors by having technical problems, and they are as frustrated as we are. So for now its "stand by..."
I'll keep you posted 😉
The worst part is that the video has to keep loading and I've already viewed it about 10 times more than I want too. The good thing is it is loading faster, not as many people???
Note: You can always get it tomorrow 🙂
By postponing it so many times in one hour and half hour delays they are greatly underestimating the value of other people's time.
They would save face a bit if they just put it off until tomorrow at this point so the people overseas aren't forced to stay up all night.
Maybe they should do a deal with Google to use their servers...LOL
Thats true Martin, but they obviously didnt anticipate the delays. And they cant be blamed because everyone wants to get it in the same nano-second. The offer will still be there tomorrow 😉
Not at all said to undermine the idea that your time is valuable, just for the record. I have been sitting here since 5:30am my time. I'm ready to go take a nap myself *smile*. I dont envy the crew in Atlanta! heh But to just get the free product offer, its not necessary to be there at the opening of the site.
I'll double check on any limited time bonus offers or anything like that. I'm not sure of those details, but will find out for you just so we all know.
LOL Robert 😆
I dont know why, but that cracked me up!
And yeah - I'm tired too 😉 Ready for a 3-day nap!
Get "Stomping the Search Engines 2" for FREE
on Wednesday, September 3rd!
We're So Sorry. We're having server issues. This offer is STILL available and as soon as we can, we'll activate our order system
If you enter your email in our notification list, we'll let you know the moment we're ready. Thanks and Sorry for the delay. Don't worry about missing out - we have plenty in stock, and we're already making more copies.
Sincerely,
Andy Jenkins and Brad Fallon
If the offer will be there tomorrow, then it would be wise for them to state it rather than these hour delays.
Not always fun to launch, either side. Bad things happen at the worst possible time. A lesson for all of us as we strive to be in their shoes. It could be one of us 🙂
Yes I suppose I could wait until tomorrow, but I figure the sooner I sign up the sooner I get it--no? I would like to know if there are some limits.
Live joyfully!
Janis
@janismiller
I agree, Al 🙂
Update: They've added a new bonus, and a notification list (NOT a marketing list) if you're tired of checking the site: http://www.clicknewz.com/stse2.htm
BTW, thank you Lynn for keeping us posted on what is going on and getting us the inside scoop.
🙂
Thanks for keeping us updated, Lynn.
Lynn thanks for the update. I so new at this I thought I was the only one that couldn't order the stse 2. I was clicking here, clicking there, checking other sites. Then Lynn tells me none of us have been able too. You guys would have been cracking up if you could have seen me. I'm still laughing ,LOL at myself. Yes humor helps embarresment.
Del:
Believe me you are not alone. New or not, you're part of the majority.
Also, it is a good sign when someone can / does laugh at themselves.
Al
LOL Del, you're not alone 😉
Okay, new update from Andy:
Andy Jenkins: Gang, I feel like I've let you down. I'm SOOO Sorry. When I say I've got all 58 people working the issue, I mean it. Updates soon.
(poor guy!)
AND... I asked about any limited time options that you might miss out on. There are NONE. The offer will be live for at least a week, so we're all good. Make sure to sign up for the notification list (again, its not a marketing list) and you'll be guaranteed to get what you want. So go here and do that now: http://www.clicknewz.com/stse2.htm
I'm getting a gazillion email replies on this so I'll send out another note to SSWT readers. Sorry in advance if that email is old news to those of you that are tuning in here.
You've got it Al...I don't blame them for the Tech problems...it can happen to anyone, however they should have posted better updates ASAP rather than stringing people along for hours.
Once again they need to understand that other peoples time is worth something too.
I just feel bad that they are launching what I am sure is a great product but this mishap will hurt them. I know they are trying to build some good blood with the community after the huge backlashes of the past launches.
I'm sure it will all be forgotten and forgiven once everyone gets their FREE BOX O STUFF.
Off to dinner now.
One last comment...thanks Lynn for the updates...they should hire you as their PR person!
SHHHHH 😯
Dont say stuff like that out loud, Martin 😛 lol
Lynn
You are clearly much better connected with StomperNet than me but I do feel so sorry for Andy and Brad.
It has become a cliché that servers crash but it is incredible how often this is happening with these big launches.
Ditto that. I know firsthand they were trying to avoid this, or anything even remotely like it, at all costs. It'll pan out shortly I'm sure and hopefully no major rep damage. The crew rocks!
Thanks for your continued concern. My only question is that now they have a notification list form on the site. Will you still get "credit" for the sale, if I sign up for the notification?
I certainly want them to recognize your efforts.
Regards,
Mike
I'm not 100% sure, Mike. That question went through my head too. I know that they would not intentionally cut anyone out, but I dont know what they have in place there either.
If you want to keep this link handy, you can use it once you get the notification email from them: http://www.clicknewz.com/stse2.htm
And THANK YOU for the support. Its greatly appreciated!
Lynn
I did receive a couple of others and one of them is already a 404, couple of hours ago. I checked at the 430 delay when their servers went real slow.
I'm hanging with you.
Al
Thanks Al 😉 Its nice to have a little company during the wait, at least *grin*
I'm going to send out that email now (dont shoot me!) - my inbox is filling up...
Has anyone said what the problem is? Just high traffic demands or some other technical issues?
BC
Oh Lynn,
I am waiting and will keep watching here and for a tweet that they are ready to roll.
I am still reading the book by Dan Thies that you recommended. That will keep my brain plenty busy.
I do not think this will really hurt them. People either want the info or they don't. I for one want all the information they are offering so, if I have to wait a few hours no big deal. Otherwise I could get mad, not take the offer (yes, punish them) and still be sitting on my butt with no help.
I will be back and then I will be on my way to being a Stomping the Search Engines QUEEN! Maybe not the Queen but, I'll at least have a start in the right direction. 😉
Thanks for all the updates,
Sheryl
BC - this was the update 2 hours ago:
AndyJenkins: Okay - Isolated the problem. The api with fulfillment is being crushed. We're looking at logs to fix. Someone kill me.
Good attitude Sheryl! 😀
You either want it or you dont. Great point!
I appreciate yours and Martin's comments. I was thinking the same thing. I think they were partly trying to improve their relations with people by offering this for free and now people will be upset with them. I"m not sure why anyone should be upset - they are getting a great free product. Unfortunately, these things happen. I'm sure the Stompernet crew is extremely frustrated.
They are, Laurie... Its unfortunate, really.
New update from Andy:
AndyJenkins: Recording short video update. Some Good News. Gimme about 30 minutes to have it published.
Should be able to see it here in about half hour:
http://www.clicknewz.com/stse2.htm
I know my comment above sounded very negative, and you're right Lynn - it IS free and it is good. I guess it's just that with every major launch there seems to be a glitch, a server overload, or some other major catastrophe. It just seems that it's the thing to do to create a bigger buzz these days.
I'm sure it will be a very good product though. Anything coming from the Stompernet gang always is.
Totally understandable, given all our past experiences. That's why its so unfortunate this actually happened to them during their "making good with the market" premier of The Net Effect...
I think what makes this Glitch ok with me was seeing Andy last night on the Thirty Day Challenge TV. He was very upfront with everything, even the fact of how to cancel (if you want), acknowledging the fact that the non US residents needed a better contact phone number, and that he let us know he was not perfect (he started out just like us). All of those things are not seen by some of the BIG names online. Having Ed Dale back him is always a help (in my eyes).
Not all guru's are created equal! LOL!
Lynn I just have to tell you....
I'm on the list's of many on the top guru's and other than the initial emails and one follow up that stated 5:30PM, I've received nothing.
No, wait there was another one from you and as always good updated information. That is why you are special. You actually do care.
Also, I must admit that the other one stating 5:30 surprised me as I'm not usually very happy with that (no names) customer service.
Also, also, I did get Frank's "Why I said No..." email.
Al
Sheryl,
I watched that broadcast too - great, wasnt it? I have to admit I was smiling ear to ear when he commented about my review outranking StomperNet for the product lol...
Andy is cool like that though - even after achieving such great success in the last 4 years with StomperNet (not to mention his own sites prior).
I have been to two of their live events. Both times I made it a point to stay out of the stampede and not bother Andy - the man barely sleeps over the course of his 3-day event. But last time I did make it a point to speak to him before I left. He turned down my offer to shake hands, and gave me a big fat hug instead!
A cool guy, for sure. I admire him for being down to earth given his position in the market. And for those that think him arrogant, I think he was like that before all this happened (lol). Its part of his charismatic personality!