Hi Everyone! Newbie here.

by emptyo
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Hey all...just wanted to introduce myself. I'm Michael...just moved to San Diego (Or "Flynnville") from Denver and started a new blog/podcast. I've dabbled in passive income sources (MLM and a membership site) that have made me about $40,000 or so in the last couple of years, but I got hired by a really big client to build his entire online brand, so I've really immersed myself in the ins and outs of the biz lately. It's been a real blast...and I've really enjoyed learning from the likes of SPI, Viperchill, Podcastanswerman, and the multitude of other resources out there.

My blog/podcast targets people brand new to building passive income streams, so as I learn about the industry, I've been writing about it. It's been pretty fascinating.

Anyway, just wanted to say hello. Looking forward to bugging you for the next few months/years.

Michael

ps...if anyone else is in San Diego, lets grab some coffee sometime.
#intro #newbie #passive income #san diego
  • Profile picture of the author FrankieTP2
    Cool! Nice to meet you and have you here, Michael.

    Congratulations on your success

    I hope you enjoy your stay with us.
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  • Profile picture of the author Elizabeth Fee
    Hey Michael!

    I'm actually in Denver (well, Lakewood area)... hope you are enjoying the nicer weather in San Diego.

    Sounds like you have been doing very well and are also well on your way to even bigger and better things!

    Welcome to the WF. I've enjoyed my time here so far and have met some great folks, so definitely just dive right in.

    Elizabeth
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    • Profile picture of the author emptyo
      Sorry to have just missed you Elizabeth!
      Originally Posted by Elizabeth Fee View Post

      Hey Michael!

      I'm actually in Denver (well, Lakewood area)... hope you are enjoying the nicer weather in San Diego.

      Sounds like you have been doing very well and are also well on your way to even bigger and better things!

      Welcome to the WF. I've enjoyed my time here so far and have met some great folks, so definitely just dive right in.

      Elizabeth
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      • Profile picture of the author Elizabeth Fee
        Originally Posted by emptyo View Post

        Sorry to have just missed you Elizabeth!
        Well, if you ever make a visit back to Denver, shoot me a message and perhaps we can make a coffee trip work after all.
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        • Profile picture of the author emptyo
          This is one of those places I wish I'd discovered long ago, methinks.
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    Welcome to WF
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    • Profile picture of the author tumbi
      Hi Michael,

      Welcome to Warrior Forum, I have had success in local biz as well but now i want to start my online career too.

      Thats why i am lurking in warrior forum too much. hahah

      Anyways welcome and i hope you become success here too.

      Thanks

      Tumbi
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    Welcome to WF, I'm positive you'll love it here!
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  • Profile picture of the author emptyo
    Awesome...thanks everyone for the warm welcome. I wasn't sure what to expect...forums can be a bit rough sometimes!
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  • Originally Posted by emptyo View Post

    made me about $40,000 or so in the last couple of years,
    Wow, you sound well ahead of the average newbie.
    I'm sure you won't have any issues making it here. Welcome.
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    • Profile picture of the author emptyo
      Originally Posted by TBInternetMarketing View Post

      Wow, you sound well ahead of the average newbie.
      I'm sure you won't have any issues making it here. Welcome.
      Thanks. I think I've probably squandered (time and money) by pointing in the wrong direction, or losing focus. Good news is...everything is fixable. I'll take what I've learned lately and retool.
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  • Profile picture of the author JaySG
    Welcome to WF, hope to hear more success stories soon, thankfully you have a previous success which means you can learn the ropes of this faster.
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    • Profile picture of the author emptyo
      Thanks. Both ventures were MLM related (and I'm still quite active in both) but I haven't figured out how to "crack the code" on internet marketing and MLM. My MLM business requires a great deal of personal interaction (which I don't mind) at signup, so I can't really automate the whole process. That said...It will be nice to learn how to get leads.
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      • Profile picture of the author rashoman
        $40k? well maybe "you" can teach "us" a thing or two
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    • Profile picture of the author emptyo
      Well...that was sort of why I started my blog. I know just enough to be dangerous...but not great at it. But, I started the Passive Income Newbie blog (I swear I'm not trying to be spammy here...) so I could connect with other folks that knew a bit, but maybe had different skillsets than I have.
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  • Profile picture of the author Irwin Dominguez
    Hey Michael -

    I'm new to IM and live in San Diego (Escondido). What part of San Diego do you live in? I'm down to grab some coffee some time; let me know and let's make it happen.
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    • Profile picture of the author emptyo
      Originally Posted by irdizzle View Post

      Hey Michael -

      I'm new to IM and live in San Diego (Escondido). What part of San Diego do you live in? I'm down to grab some coffee some time; let me know and let's make it happen.
      Right on! I'm in North Park, and definitely happy to connect. I'd also love some coffee shop work sessions. I think collaborating will only help all of us.
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      • Profile picture of the author glactico
        morning all!

        just wanted to say hi. this is my first post too. i've just started my own business in the UK and was recommended to try this forum for some great info and advice. i will now start searching through the site for any great tips.
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    Welcome aboard dude...
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      North Park is a pretty cool area, lots of things to do over there. Im in chula Vista, a few of us in and around the area should get together sometime.
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  • Profile picture of the author alchemist720
    welcome to the warrior forum emptyo, you'll do just fine I'm positive. Tip take all the knowledge you have and turn it into an Ebook, video presentation and sell it . it looks like you're already making a decent amount of money online...congrats on that.
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  • Profile picture of the author canada94
    Welcome aboard, i'm sure you will fit in nicely here on the forum, you can probably turn your experience of making $40k into a WSO ebook, i'm sure people would wanna know how to do that.


    Hope this helps


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    • Profile picture of the author emptyo
      I'm realizing that as I go along here. I think the magic formula is to "take action", you know? I think I can get into a "rut" of learn learn learn, and don't take action enough. But...I feel great that I found you guys. Thanks for the warm welcome.
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      • Profile picture of the author Daystar11
        Originally Posted by emptyo View Post

        I'm realizing that as I go along here. I think the magic formula is to "take action", you know? I think I can get into a "rut" of learn learn learn, and don't take action enough. But...I feel great that I found you guys. Thanks for the warm welcome.
        Hey Michael, welcome to the forum! This is so true, I think its important to pick one thing and start. Since you have done so well in MLM, have you considered getting involved in offline? Your skills might translate well there.

        I checked your blog, I like it. Very interesting and eye catching. How are you going to monetize it? Do you have a product you are planning to sell to your list?

        Best of luck to you!
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  • Profile picture of the author emptyo
    Hey all. I just posted a new blog post. Maybe you'll find it useful. The Power of Utilizing Your Strengths with Internet Marketing | Passive Income Newbie
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    welcome to the forum hope you have fun posting here
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  • Profile picture of the author emptyo
    Thanks! I'm pretty psyched about it so far. What a fun process this has been.
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    Welcome to the forum!
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    • Profile picture of the author Rich Shaw
      Hi Michael and welcome to the forum.

      Congrats on your online success so far but I doubt if you could be classed as a newbie now! lol

      $40,000 of online sales is a very impressive start and I wish you all the luck in your continued success
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      • Profile picture of the author emptyo
        Thank you Richard! It wasn't 40,000 in online sales. It was about $10,000 from online sales, and $30,000 from my network marketing business so far. Still...mailbox money.

        Originally Posted by Rich Shaw View Post

        Hi Michael and welcome to the forum.

        Congrats on your online success so far but I doubt if you could be classed as a newbie now! lol

        $40,000 of online sales is a very impressive start and I wish you all the luck in your continued success
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  • Profile picture of the author emptyo
    I just posted my first YouTube tutorial video: Beginner's Guide to creating a GREAT backlink to your Blog!. If you want to check it out and critique it, it's here: http://youtu.be/hRrozDJsA1I
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  • Profile picture of the author TopKat22
    Hi Michael and Welcome to the forum.

    Sounds like you have your hands full.

    You mentioned passive income streams and in my experience, it takes a whole lot of work to create real income and then to maintain it.

    The closest thing I've ever had to real "passive" income was my investments in real estate where I had a property manager managing them or my other investments.

    However, even those took some time to make sure everything was going ok.

    As for online marketing, it takes a lot to get it going and then it runs mostly on autopilot but you have to stay on top of it to keep it making money and make sure everything is running.

    So, I don't think it is so much "passive" as something that runs mostly on its own with your directions and corrections along the way.

    Anyway, welcome and hope you have fun and learn what you are looking for.

    As for San Diego, love that area. May be speaking there in June so might look you up.
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    emptyo welcome to the forum !
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  • Profile picture of the author Tiffiney Cowan
    Congratulations Michael and welcome! I grew up in San Diego - though I live in Seattle now. Check out Roberto's for great Mexican food. They're the bright yellow and orange buildings you'll see around town. Be sure to dive into their spicy carrots - but have a bit of salt on hand in case they're too much for you. (Salt directly to the tongue neutralizes heat.) Enjoy!
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    Hey Michael, good to meet you.. let's talk sometime...
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    I grew up in San Diego (though now stranded in the Inland Empire!) and second Tiffiney's recommendation about Robertos!
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  • Profile picture of the author ijohnson
    Hey, Michael!

    Welcome to the forum! Looks like you already have quite a bit of experience under your belt that you can share. I'm looking forward to checking out your blog.

    I would like to recommend that you consider becoming a War Room member because it is well worth the money!

    Looking forward to keeping up with your progress and success.

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  • Profile picture of the author icegin
    Welcome to WF, Michael -- see you around the forums
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    Congratulations Michael on your success and hope to be hearing from you in the future.
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