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Why Did You Start With IM? I Want 5 Reasons...

by Joachim Larsen
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Hi Warriors!

I'm curious to find out why most people start out with Internet Marketing. Of course, it's all about making money and to build a business online, but what is the REAL reasons behind all that?

My guess is that a lot of people get dragged into the Internet Marketing world because they think it's easy to earn some quick money online...Thanks to all the crappy products out there promising millions with the click of a button...However, that's NOT how it is...But when you're first dragged into this business, what keeps you going?

5 Reasons, please

My reasons are:
  1. I Want To Create Something That Reflects Me, My Values And What I Stand For
  2. I Want Freedom
  3. I Want To Be My Own Boss
  4. I Want To Prove To Myself That I Can Do This
  5. I Want To Live Out My Dream, And I Think IM Can Help Me With That
What Reasons Do YOU Have? I Really Want To Know, So Hit The Reply Button!!!
#reasons #start
  • Profile picture of the author JeniferStarr
    What a great question to help refocus and motivate! I'm new at this, but these are my 5 reasons:

    1. Flexibility to work from home and start a family.
    2. Autonomy of setting my own goals and accomplishing them.
    3. Ability to work from anywhere in the world.
    4. Enjoyment of using my talents to make a living.
    5. Ability to put more of my energy into my family instead of being drained from my traditional full-time job.

    Can't wait to read other responses. Thanks for the thought provoking question!

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  • Profile picture of the author Chris Dolan
    For me it was

    1. Wanted to make some extra cash
    2. Thought I could add some value
    3. Like building things from scratch
    4. Have a brain with too many ideas and wanted to bring some to reality, the web / internet marketing makes that possible
    5. Wanted to be able to work anywhere in the world

    Have succeeded on all counts so far, and continuing to try to do the same 5 things.

    Thanks for an interesting topic

    Chris


    Originally Posted by Joachim Larsen View Post

    Hi Warriors!

    I'm curious to find out why most people start out with Internet Marketing. Of course, it's all about making money and to build a business online, but what is the REAL reasons behind all that?

    My guess is that a lot of people get dragged into the Internet Marketing world because they think it's easy to earn some quick money online...Thanks to all the crappy products out there promising millions with the click of a button...However, that's NOT how it is...But when you're first dragged into this business, what keeps you going?

    5 Reasons, please

    My reasons are:
    1. I Want To Create Something That Reflects Me, My Values And What I Stand For
    2. I Want Freedom
    3. I Want To Be My Own Boss
    4. I Want To Prove To Myself That I Can Do This
    5. I Want To Live Out My Dream, And I Think IM Can Help Me With That
    What Reasons Do YOU Have? I Really Want To Know, So Hit The Reply Button!!!
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  • Profile picture of the author Michael Ten
    1. money
    2. freedom
    3. fun
    4. flexibility
    5. working from anywhere
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    • Profile picture of the author Steven Miranda
      Originally Posted by Michael55555 View Post

      1. money
      2. freedom
      3. fun
      4. flexibility
      5. working from anywhere
      I would write my own 5 reasons but Michael said exactly what I would have.
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  • Profile picture of the author Sylvia Meier
    My 5 reasons:

    I wanted to be a stay at home parent. Didn't want anyone else raising my 5 beautiful children, who in themselves are 5 great reasons I started.

    I HATE having a boss. Especially one that doesn't share the passion I do for life and living it. Or having to dumb down myself to keep a job I really didn't want to begin with.

    Freedom. If my children are sick, I'm just not in the right mind frame or just want to run away for a bit, IM allows me to still bring in an income.

    The ability to quite literally print my own money. Things are tight, bust my ass just a little more and get the cash I need. Can't do that with a regular job.

    Being able to make an income doing something I love to do and actually want to do, writing.

    I have many more reasons, but I think I.M is right for different people for different reasons, and why someone does it won't be the same reason you'll do it.

    Best wishes,
    Sylvia
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    1) Flexibility
    2) Profit Potential
    3) Fun
    4) Community
    5) business experience
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  • Profile picture of the author Nancy Fleck
    1. Wanted to increase income now and later in retirement.
    2. Wanted to help teach people skills that would save them time and money in business.
    3. Wanted more flexibility in structuring my time.
    4. Wanted to be more creative and live out my dream of an internet business.
    5. Wanted the time and money to help people I love reach their potential.

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    1. To work from home and be independent
    2. To generate a residual income each month
    3. To be able to work from anywhere in the world
    4. To prove to myself it is possible
    5. To reach financial freedom
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  • Profile picture of the author MarketItAll
    I would have to say,

    1) Be my own boss
    2) Work when I want
    3) Money
    4) Financial Freedom
    5) To live the American dream
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  • Profile picture of the author mindmarketing
    1) I thought it would piss my wife off.
    2) I like repeatedly explaining to my friends and family how I make money.
    3) I enjoy working in my underwear, and tend to get in trouble when doing that at a real job
    4) I promised myself I would never work a job that required the use of my expensive degree.
    5) I thought I'd be able to work less than an hour per week and earn a 6 figure income.

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    • Profile picture of the author Joachim Larsen
      Originally Posted by mindmarketing View Post

      1) I thought it would piss my wife off.
      2) I like repeatedly explaining to my friends and family how I make money.
      3) I enjoy working in my underwear, and tend to get in trouble when doing that at a real job
      4) I promised myself I would never work a job that required the use of my expensive degree.
      5) I thought I'd be able to work less than an hour per week and earn a 6 figure income.
      Sounds like excellent reasons! Are your wife pissed off yet?
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    1. No alarm clock
    2. Working when I want, where I want
    3. I am my own boss
    4. I love the challenge
    5. I enjoy it
    6. Passive income if you haven't read the book the millionaire Fastlane pick it up. The internet is the best way to accomplish all these things and make a nice passive income.
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    • Profile picture of the author Joachim Larsen
      Originally Posted by entrepreneurjay View Post

      1. No alarm clock
      2. Working when I want, where I want
      3. I am my own boss
      4. I love the challenge
      5. I enjoy it
      6. Passive income if you haven't read the book the millionaire Fastlane pick it up. The internet is the best way to accomplish all these things and make a nice passive income.
      I like especially your reason number 4. I think it's good to be competitive and always push yourself higher to reach new heights.

      I get motivated by reading your answers! THANK YOU!
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  • Profile picture of the author Leslie B
    I don't have 5 reasons I only have one: I wanted to create a business for myself that would make it possible for me to stay at home with kids and raise them myself. I think that's reason enough

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    • Profile picture of the author Joachim Larsen
      Originally Posted by Leslie B View Post

      I don't have 5 reasons I only have one: I wanted to create a business for myself that would make it possible for me to stay at home with kids and raise them myself. I think that's reason enough

      Leslie
      Sounds good Leslie. It's all about doing what you like and doing what makes you happy
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      • Profile picture of the author Leslie B
        Originally Posted by Joachim Larsen View Post

        Sounds good Leslie. It's all about doing what you like and doing what makes you happy
        My thought exactly
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  • Profile picture of the author Joachim Larsen
    Originally Posted by Ken_Caudill View Post

    What if I don't have five reasons?

    Do I get a demerit?

    My reason was low risk/high reward potential.

    Any time you see that, jump.
    You're absolutely right. I don't think there's some other place you can start out with literally nothing and be as successful as you can online. That said, if you're serious about your online business, you need to invest in it. It will cost money to earn money online as well.
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  • Profile picture of the author Pauline60
    To make money without having to go out to work. I want to be at home when my kids come home from school each day.

    Plus I want to work for myself rather than for some one else - did that for 24 years and had a good career but ultimately a shedload of stress.
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  • Profile picture of the author drmani
    Interesting discussion, eye-opening and inspiring responses - thank you all!

    Originally Posted by Joachim Larsen View Post

    I'm curious to find out why most people start out with Internet Marketing. Of course, it's all about making money and to build a business online, but what is the REAL reasons behind all that?
    You can have any number of "reasons" for starting an IM business, but
    I believe what matters even more is what PURPOSE people have in
    running one. 'Purpose' is a stronger word, with deeper meaning.

    And, imho, you don't *need* 5, or even 2 - just ONE strong purpose will
    do, one you are passionate and committed to. It will help overcome hurdles
    along your path (and there WILL be many over the years).

    Mine is to fund heart surgery for under-privileged kids.

    That's the purpose behind my Internet infopreneur business.

    It has kept me excited, enthused and energetic about what I do in it
    for the past 15 years.

    All success
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    • Profile picture of the author Joachim Larsen
      Originally Posted by drmani View Post

      Interesting discussion, eye-opening and inspiring responses - thank you all!



      You can have any number of "reasons" for starting an IM business, but
      I believe what matters even more is what PURPOSE people have in
      running one. 'Purpose' is a stronger word, with deeper meaning.

      And, imho, you don't *need* 5, or even 2 - just ONE strong purpose will
      do, one you are passionate and committed to. It will help overcome hurdles
      along your path (and there WILL be many over the years).

      Mine is to fund heart surgery for under-privileged kids.

      That's the purpose behind my Internet infopreneur business.

      It has kept me excited, enthused and energetic about what I do in it
      for the past 15 years.

      All success
      Dr.Mani
      You're absolutely right Dr. Mani (I just thought I should write 5 reasons, because I've heard that posts like that will be opened by more people! hehe) But I totally agree. You need to be passionate and focused on WHY you're in this business and always work hard to reach new heights. Lift yourself up and go get what you want.
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        That's easy. I didn't want to be stuck in a day job for the rest of my life that made me feel miserable and made me count the minutes away.
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  • Profile picture of the author Sylvia Meier
    Dr. Mani,
    As always an excellent post. And I agree, you don't need 5 reasons all you need is one single reason, and it has to be something that excites you, makes you passionate and fired up inside, and that will be all the drive you ever need to make it in internet marketing, or for that matter anything you put your heart to. Thank you for your excellent contribution to the discussion.

    Best wishes,
    Sylvia
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    To avoid being kicked out and support my family. I was in a pretty tough situation really.
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    1. Want to be my own boss
    2. Enjoy life to the fullest - when I want
    3. Be financially independent
    4. Help others to reach their life goals
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  • Profile picture of the author Joe Motion
    At first it was just an opportunity I fell into.. I was working in the fitness sector and spotted room for an ecommerce website selling fitness goods.... then I decided I'd had enough of posting and packing physical goods every morning... sold the business and focused solely on selling 'info' goods.. now I can work anywhere with a decent Internet connection

    I'm so glad I made the jump!
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  • Profile picture of the author jamesrich1
    Not good to start in IM niche because you are a walking hypocrite that is not making anything but telling people how they can make money. I consider the people in this niche doing this scam artists.
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    • Profile picture of the author Leslie B
      Originally Posted by jamesrich1 View Post

      Not good to start in IM niche because you are a walking hypocrite that is not making anything but telling people how they can make money. I consider the people in this niche doing this scam artists.
      I think you got it wrong. The OP didn't ask why we got started in the IM niche, he asked why we were into internet marketing. You don't need to be promoting MMO products to be working in IM. I myself started with 2 blogs on health topics for example.

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    1. Freedom of working
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    1. Pay my debts
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    • Profile picture of the author Devid Farah
      Your reasons for starting IM are quite great but i want to add that i started IM because:

      a. I have a lot to offer and really desire an easier platform to reach more people.

      b. I didn't want any boss to be sniffing down my neck unnecessarily.

      c. I want to be able to earn good income while still having the free time to live my life the way i want.

      d. I like challenges and IM is enough challenge to any newbie(It was for me then) but i thank God that i am enjoying my life as an IM.

      e. I was curious when i first read how people were making so much via IM, so said to myself: "If they could do it, i can too"
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      • Profile picture of the author jgant
        1. I like building something and being creative, but am not keen about working with my hands or customer service (although my offline business involves in-person customer service). Websites are built and require planning, creativity and purpose. I have a lot of fun thinking about my sites.
        2. I don't like jobs involving interruptions. I like being on my own and focussing on building something. IM is the perfect vehicle for this type of work.
        3. Very low risk with huge potential for reward.
        4. Once my IM business is earning a full time income, I'd like to travel more without the usual 2 week "job" vacations.
        5. The potential to leverage effort and earn residual income appeals to me a great deal.
        6. I continue doing IM because it's fun. Even on slow or no sales days I just keep plugging along. If I didn't like it, I'd have quit long ago. Sure the money is important because I'd love to do this full time, but I get a much bigger thrill from a $30 commission or sale than a salary pay check. For some odd reason IM money is so gratifying.

        Although I'm not big on in-person customer service, I really enjoy communicating with my website readers and subscribers. Initially my sites weren't built with a purpose to build a community, but I'm moving in that direction (slowly) and am liking it.

        I fell into this business accidentally. I needed a website for my offline business and more importantly needed to learn SEO. As I researched building websites and doing SEO I stumbled on IM. My offline business website worked and works very well so I thought why not give IM a go. I have no regrets.
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      • Profile picture of the author Joachim Larsen
        Originally Posted by Devid Farah View Post

        Your reasons for starting IM are quite great but i want to add that i started IM because:

        a. I have a lot to offer and really desire an easier platform to reach more people.

        b. I didn't want any boss to be sniffing down my neck unnecessarily.

        c. I want to be able to earn good income while still having the free time to live my life the way i want.

        d. I like challenges and IM is enough challenge to any newbie(It was for me then) but i thank God that i am enjoying my life as an IM.

        e. I was curious when i first read how people were making so much via IM, so said to myself: "If they could do it, i can too"
        I simply LOVE that last reason. I've too asked myself "Why shouldn't I be able to do it, when other people are making a living online..?" It is very possible!
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        • Profile picture of the author Jerryl
          1. To live my dream.
          2. I'm like being in it for the long haul (to stubborn to stop
          3. I really do like helping others.
          4. I like working in my PJ's for half the day.
          5. I like the challenge (most people give up)
          6. The money (I don't pull in 6 figures or 5 Ok maybe 4) but every little bit helps!
          7. I like to learn new things (I get to do this ALL the time!)
          8. I know you only asked for 5 things...but I also like to overdeliver
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          • Profile picture of the author Joachim Larsen
            Originally Posted by Jerryl View Post

            1. To live my dream.
            2. I'm like being in it for the long haul (to stubborn to stop
            3. I really do like helping others.
            4. I like working in my PJ's for half the day.
            5. I like the challenge (most people give up)
            6. The money (I don't pull in 6 figures or 5 Ok maybe 4) but every little bit helps!
            7. I like to learn new things (I get to do this ALL the time!)
            8. I know you only asked for 5 things...but I also like to overdeliver
            Hehe, Nice one Jerryl! It doesn't have to be 5 reasons. It can be 1 or more! I'm interested in hearing whatever reason you may have
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            • Profile picture of the author JPSimplySites
              This is such a great question. Thanks for asking it. My 5 reasons are:

              1. Home with my family.
              2. Freedom to work anywhere
              3. Freedom from a boss
              4. Financial independence
              5. Help others financially plus a lot more, when possible.

              I will just stop there for now. My list can go on and on.
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  • Profile picture of the author Lisa Gergets
    I don't even have five. I have one.

    1. I needed to pay the heat bill during the winter in a 100+ year old two-flat in Chicago.

    The rest is history.
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    • Profile picture of the author goharnett
      1. its the new gold rush (folks made money just giving the supplies, the bars, the rooms to rent back then, too)

      2. its something I can do

      3. lots of available know-how to help me learn this new skill

      4. no age ethnicity schooling barrier

      5. and the future is in it too


      and 6. my favorite reason:


      I love to create and teach and the new online medium makes that exciting and fun to do.
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      • Profile picture of the author Ben Armstrong
        1. I want the freedom and lifestyle it will provide me
        2. I believe it's something that suits my skills
        3. I like the idea of working at something where the sky is the limit. My income is only limited by how great my ideas are and how hard I work.
        4. I want to be able to provide my family with an amazing life. Having more money and hopefully, more time will help me do this.
        5. I've always loved creating things and using my imagination to build something.
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  • Profile picture of the author fated82
    Here is mine...

    1) I can't live on pay check to pay check...Therefore, I need to find a way out
    2) I love working from home, working with my pajamas on and working for myself
    3) Automation...I want a business that can be automated. And IM seem to fit the bill perfectly
    4) I love the perks that comes with it. To be known as a subject matter in my community, and to give talks, seminars, workshop
    5) The money....There is no limit to how much you can make. It all depends on your drive and the scalability of your business model.
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  • Profile picture of the author Karan Goel
    Cool thread.

    My reasons:

    1. To become an A-list blogger
    2. To earn a lot of money
    3. To be able to fulfill my dreams
    4. To be able to work from anywhere @ anytime
    5. To support myself, and my family from an early age! a.k.a freedom/independence

    Karan
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  • Profile picture of the author Mark Jordan
    1.Thought it was easy to make money online
    2. For extra cash and residual income
    3. work from anywhere
    4. have lots of ideas in mind that I want to convert into cash
    5. freedom and flexibility
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  • Profile picture of the author Rod Cortez
    My main reason for doing this was freedom, everything else falls neatly into the umbrella of freedom.

    The freedom to help others.

    The freedom to make as much as I want.

    The freedom to work anywhere in the world as long as I had access to an internet connection (or to someone else that had one).

    The freedom to choose the investments and insurance converage that I want.

    The freedom to travel at a moment's notice.

    The freedom to focus on personal development instead of focusing on just working to live.

    Freedom from the corporate rat race is so sweet, that if I was to go back in time knowing what I know now, I would have worked 100x harder to have achieved it quicker.

    It's amazing being able to wake up and do virtually anything you want and never having to miss another family event if you don't want to. Freedom is priceless.

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  • Profile picture of the author YungNic
    1 to get out of the rat race over worked & under paid
    2 I have big dreams and want to make them reality
    3 i see so much potential in having an internet biz
    4 I get a thrill from conducting biz (i dont know why)
    5 Cuz I wanna be the BOSS ..LOL
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