Do You Need Software To Run Your Virtual Business?

In a word, yes.

Any virtual business you start will require some kind of software to manage it. There are several affordable options on the market, but they are NOT all equal in terms of features or service. 

For the past 7 years, I've used Simplero. It's an all-in-one platform that has everything you need to start and grow your online business. It's easy to use and their customer support is fantastic! Honestly, it's the best customer service I've received from any business ever, online or offline.

No matter what software platform you choose, make sure it has the capability to handle the following:

• Landing pages: These are stand-alone web pages that aren’t linked to the rest of your main website – very important!

• Webforms that will allow you to collect names and email addresses in exchange for your free e-book or guide.

• Email autoresponder system (so that you can automate emails in your online business and for your sales funnel).

• Ability to sell digital products (vs. an e-commerce platform that’s designed for shipping physical goods sold online).

• Integrated shopping cart (so that your customers can buy your digital products directly from your landing pages, website, or email links).

• Integrated website with blog (this will serve as your main digital hub for your online business).

• Ability to add triggers and tags (needed to fully automate your online business).

Another reason I love Simplero is that all of that is integrated into one easy-to-use system.

Personally, I don’t want to waste time making various platforms “talk” to each other, which is exactly what you’d need to do if you use one system for your website, one for your email service, and another for your shopping cart. 

Megan

P.S.- As a long-time customer (and fan!) of Simplero I have the privilege of being a Trusted Advisor for Simplero as I help other people start their own virtual businesses. 

As a Trusted Advisor, I'm able to get you an exclusive 45-day FREE trial to Simplero! The normal trial period directly through Simplero is only 14 days. You won't find this 45-day trial offer anywhere else, it's only available through their small group of Trusted Advisors. You're welcome! 😀

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Note: Yes, this is an affiliate link. It costs you nothing to sign-up using the affiliate link, in fact you're saving between $100-$300 by getting an additional first month. Use the link, or don't, it's 100% up to you.  I whole-heartedly recommend Simplero either way.🥰