What really makes an IM guru?

Li Weng · 12-07-2008, 09:01 PM

There are varying definitions for an IM guru and people have different opinions on this.

There are people who think that this should be based on the level of expertise and the amount of help they provide to newbies. Some believe it's the person's level of popularity, the size of their following. Others rate them on the number of hot-selling products they've put out in the market.

For me, the specifics don't really matter that much, if you're making 7 digit income or more from the internet per year, then you are an IM guru.

What do you think?

write-stuff · 12-07-2008, 09:04 PM

Just my opinion, but I'd say the "guru" aspect implies that the person is sought out as an expert. Making money and providing sage advice are two different things.

You think? - Russ

Marian Berghes · 12-07-2008, 09:05 PM

Quality of products...money made per year...popularity.

Hesaidblissfully · 12-07-2008, 09:10 PM

Popularity + Perception as an Expert = Guru

12-07-2008, 09:01 PM	#1
Li Weng Advanced Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 588 Thanks: 19 Thanked 56 Times in 40 Posts Social Networking	What really makes an IM guru? There are varying definitions for an IM guru and people have different opinions on this. There are people who think that this should be based on the level of expertise and the amount of help they provide to newbies. Some believe it's the person's level of popularity, the size of their following. Others rate them on the number of hot-selling products they've put out in the market. For me, the specifics don't really matter that much, if you're making 7 digit income or more from the internet per year, then you are an IM guru. What do you think?
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12-07-2008, 09:04 PM	#2
write-stuff Eschew Obfuscation War Room Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Atlanta Posts: 623 Thanks: 12 Thanked 48 Times in 40 Posts	Re: What really makes an IM guru? Just my opinion, but I'd say the "guru" aspect implies that the person is sought out as an expert. Making money and providing sage advice are two different things. You think? - Russ

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Hesaidblissfully Advanced Warrior Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: , , USA. Posts: 717 Thanks: 33 Thanked 109 Times in 85 Posts	Re: What really makes an IM guru? Popularity + Perception as an Expert = Guru