The key to any success is good communication. This also applies to Flash developers, even though many of you believe that great components equals great sales. Obviously, the quality of a Flash component matters, but knowing who your customers are, developing according to their needs, offering technical support and having the right attitude towards criticism are the main things that make a customer happy. And what happens if a customer is happy? He will come back for more.

Communicating with (potential) customers is a must in every business, even though dealing with them is not always easy. But what you have to keep in mind is that not all are Clients From Hell. After all, they’re the ones putting the bread on your table. Most importantly, you are given the chance to do something you’re passionate about and create a Flash component for a client that is going to enjoy using it.

So here a few suggestions on how to improve your communication skills with regards to (potential) customers. READ MORE »

We all believe that the quality of a file should reflect on the number of sales, but the truth is that this is not always the case. If people don’t know your Flash components exist or if they’re not promoted properly, you might just be disappointed. That’s why we’ve decided to share some tips on how to promote your files better so that you can get more sales. We will go over 12 great ways of promoting your files on FlashComponents.net. READ MORE »

To sell on the internet, you have to persuade visitors to take a chance. The more information you give them, the more comfortable they feel about spending money on you. You need to create a strong and trustworthy image with content that answers visitor’s questions, rather than leaving them guessing.

A personal portfolio page is all about promoting you and your skills as a Flash developer. Here is where you show potential customers what you can do and how good you are, so they purchase your files. Also, this is where you show visitors what you’re made of and use it to build your online presence. It is essential for you to have a good portfolio page if you want to get visitor’s attention and, even become a brand.

We’re going to show you how you can improve your presence on FC, build a credible image and, last but not least, get more sales. READ MORE »