Do You Enjoy IM And Think Its Easy??

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Hi Warriors/Friends,

Sounds like a silly question but do you enjoy IM and think its easy??

The reason why I ask is when I first started this amazing journey that has changed my life for the better I didn,t really have the same feeling that I have today..and the guru's definately made me believe it is easy..

I will be honest..I was in it for the money, quick money..Which I confess never arrived..But as soon as I changed my attitude and my work ethic and started to actually give back with all honesty and sincerity I started to recieve..

There are thousands of people coming to the IM world daily and I feel that many of them have the wrong attitude. I say this with all due respect..

Also many think that this is going to be easy..

Please remember that you have to work..you have to be honest, sincere and you have to enjoy IM..you will survive if you do this..

The rewards for this correct attitude are abundance, prosperity, happiness and riches beyond your wildest dreams..

God Bless and Good Luck!!
#easy #enjoy #money #warriors #wso
  • Profile picture of the author IMHunter
    Yes, I enjoy Internet Marketing very much and I think it is easy. It is because I always wanted to do this.
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  • Profile picture of the author James.N
    I absolutely enjoy it, and it's awesome learning something new literally every day.

    Is it easy though? Far from it. Theres plenty of people saying "Buy this software, run it and watch the money come rolling in". If it was that easy, a lot more people would be doing IM. Also there would be no need for forums like this if that was the case.

    As many people reiterate, you need to treat it like a real business if you are serious about it. It will be hard work but it can be worth it in the end.
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  • Profile picture of the author QuirkieGifts
    Im pretty much just starting out and althought i find it a little scary, i am also enjoying it. Im not sure i can say it is easy set and things like SEO are long term and PPC short term its all mixed and im trying not to be pulled 500 different ways with the 'new best idea' market ideas. So far though enjoying it
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  • Profile picture of the author Challendge
    We now live in a get-rich-quick world so the majority of new IMs are looking to make millions in their first year. You are one of the rare ones who realized that it takes a lot of hard work and didn't jump ship!
    Don't let anyone affect your thought process about something that you enjoy! If you're making money and enjoying it then it is for you and keep going harder than ever!
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  • Profile picture of the author Cataclysm1987
    It's not easy. It's scary as hell.

    But once the knot in your stomach goes away, if you've stuck around for a while and gotten your head right, you might be able to make some good money.
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    • Profile picture of the author cashp0wer
      I love Internet Marketing and can't see myself doing anything else ever. Is it easy? NO! In my opinion this is by far the hardest job I have ever had. I guess because I learned it completely on my own without any real training and it was a long hard road to get here. But, it was fun doing it so that makes it okay.
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    • Profile picture of the author Devin X
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      Originally Posted by Cataclysm1987 View Post

      It's not easy. It's scary as hell.

      But once the knot in your stomach goes away, if you've stuck around for a while and gotten your head right, you might be able to make some good money.
      Indeed, although IM itself isn't scary per se...knowing that you have to succeed or starve is an interesting motivation. I only enjoy it when money pops up in my accounts, other than that it's tedious and demanding. Always need to be creative in this game.

      Oh, and I relate to the OP because when I came in I had unrealistic expectations and thought I'd make millions with my first product, never mind my affiliate promos...WRONG! I failed for 4 years before I started to make consistent income! How's that for sticking with it through the harrowing.
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  • Profile picture of the author Istvan Horvath
    Somehow the OP suggests the "association" of the enjoyable and easy... as if they were connected. I think they aren't necessarily.

    Is climbing the Mt Everest easy? No. Is it rewarding? ==> enjoyable? - Yes.

    As for the easiness... well, see this thread and you will learn all you need is a novel idea and some patience to hit big.
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  • Profile picture of the author loads16017
    Internet Marketing is not an easy task, But If you learn it well, you can make bank.
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  • Profile picture of the author JeremiahSay
    It's NOT easy for me initially (for 2 years it's tough, really tough)... BUT after i've gotten the correct information making money online is easy as abc..

    Be it offline or online.. It's all about having the correct information.

    Jeremiah
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  • Profile picture of the author Fundermentalist
    it not easy but turn out to be easy
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  • Profile picture of the author theebookcavern
    It's definitely not easy. This is probably the hardest I've ever worked in my life. I've pulled all nighters more times than I care to remember and it's very rare that I actually take a day off. I've wrote more content in the last six months than I did for my entire University course. Those who come in expecting it to be easy definitely need to re-think.

    But is it enjoyable? I think Istvan's quote sums it up quite well...

    Originally Posted by Istvan Horvath View Post

    Is climbing the Mt Everest easy? No. Is it rewarding? ==> enjoyable? - Yes.
    Sometimes when I'm sitting at home writing articles into the early hours it's not enjoyable. I'm tired, my wrists are sore from all the typing and there's still another 1,000 words to go. There's quite a few things I'd rather be doing at that moment than sitting there, typing away.

    However, when I stick at it and get the reward for my hard work, it's worth it. As a whole package, IM is enjoyable. Some of the work may be difficult, frustrating or boring but with IM, I'm building something for me. I'm directly responsible for my own income and success. You can't beat that feeling.

    Tom
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  • Profile picture of the author orebian
    It's always not easy. If it's easy, everyone would have made it.
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  • Profile picture of the author shnmarketing
    This is the best line of work I have ever had and I am just about to celebrate my 13th year in it.

    Is it easy? No. It is not easy. However, if you are willing to put the time and effort into it it does become 'lighter'.

    The early stages are the vital stages and you really have to put as much 'smart' time and effort in as you possibly can.
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  • Profile picture of the author WebPen
    "Easy" is relative.

    If you have self discipline to make yourself work and can stay focused, it's MUCH easier than a lot of other jobs.

    -Investment bankers spend ridiculous amounts of hours in a stressful environment
    -Construction workers go home sore every day after being outside in the heat or cold
    -Desk jockeys end up with a job like in the movie Office Space and day dream ALL DAY leaving
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    • Profile picture of the author Victoralexon
      Originally Posted by Justin Stowe View Post

      "Easy" is relative.

      If you have self discipline to make yourself work and can stay focused, it's MUCH easier than a lot of other jobs.

      -Investment bankers spend ridiculous amounts of hours in a stressful environment
      -Construction workers go home sore every day after being outside in the heat or cold
      -Desk jockeys end up with a job like in the movie Office Space and day dream ALL DAY leaving
      Well said. The grass is always greener on the other side.
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  • Profile picture of the author Exel
    I enjoy IM very much. No other job gives the same amount of freedom in every aspect.
    I talked in more detail about it in this post:

    http://www.warriorforum.com/main-int...ml#post5971683

    I believe enjoyability of the activity is tightly connected to the easiness of it.
    Different people enjoy different activities. Different activities come easy or hard to
    different people. Basically, if you do the things you enjoy they come easy to you.
    Most of the people who complain about their work do something they don't want
    and don't enjoy one bit, because of that it is very hard for them.
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  • Profile picture of the author jbthemummy
    It's not easy or hard but it's definitely more important now than ever before. Plus in the future it's only going to get bigger so it's definitely something a person should try learning. Especially Social Media, it can literally help any business.
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  • Profile picture of the author CoreyT
    I also had the wrong attitude about IM when I first started learning. I thought I was going to create a blog on Hubpages and just see the money rolling in from adsense.
    Obviously, that was not the case.

    I finally switched my thought process and am in a coaching program. I find this is making me want to take action and set realistic goals. It is not easy especially when you have a full time job and three kids to tend to.

    This is what I want to do. I know the road may be long and hard but I will get there.
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  • Profile picture of the author gasman
    The trick is to try and find something that interests you. I try to dabble in many things not only to keep things less boring, but it also keeps me safe if something falls through. I think for many Internet Marketers it's not easy or fun, but being able to work for themselves from wherever they want whenever they want make it worth it.
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  • Profile picture of the author YemTv
    IM is easy and enjoyable.recently i started this it is very intresting and discover new ideas.A famous Quote is "Practice Makes a Man Perfect".So practice is important.
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  • Profile picture of the author travlinguy
    It's simple but not necessarily easy. The concept is simple. Sell one or more products or services that people want and can afford. Under promise and over deliver. Build a community where people come to understand that your first goal is to serve them. When you do this money will naturally flow to you.

    That's a pretty simple concept, right? But people manage to screw it up with "shortcuts" that don't fit the model. Eventually some learn while others become disillusioned with hit and run business models that were destined to fail from the beginning. So it goes...
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  • Profile picture of the author Joseph Robinson
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    I wouldn't say that IM is easy at all. Took a lot of failure and even more "WTF is this" moments to get to where I am today. Of course if it was easy, then everyone would be making a killing with it, and success would be nowhere near as rewarding.

    That being said, I find IM to be very enjoyable. I've met groups of people I never would have interacted with otherwise. I have learned to be more receptive to the point of view of others, and become more well rounded on a variety of topics. The challenge of setting up a productive business that doesn't operate out of a classic storefront gets me up and onto the computer every morning, because working to make it happen puts a smile on my face.
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  • Profile picture of the author Johnm1141
    Yeah it is simple but damn it is hard to make your first dollar.
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    • Profile picture of the author JEasy
      I enjoy IM a lot, but it's not easy. The goal I have is to make it easy. The thing about it is you have to build that solid foundation first which takes a lot of work. The more I do this, the more I learn. Once everything is set up, then I'll say it's easy. Only then do you get "push button profits" as they say. Thanks for bringing up this topic .
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  • Profile picture of the author Big Rob
    I once considered myself an intelligent and reasonable man.

    IM completely exposed my idiotic and psychotic side.

    It is a humbling and rewarding experience once I started to "Get" it.

    Easy? Hell to the NO! The absolute hardest work I have ever done, and I come from 25 years working in construction.

    Rewarding? Sometimes.... Other times I have to take a deep breath and walk away from the computer before chaos ensues.

    Am I gonna quit? Nope, totally addicted.

    Enjoy the Easter Weekend, everyone!
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  • Profile picture of the author NeilC
    I think it gets easier once you learn to stop looking for a "quick fix" or the "secret." It's a lot easier once you get your methods sorted and just stick at it without getting too distracted.

    Just like i the offline world there are many ways to do "Internet marketing."
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  • Profile picture of the author kayebee
    I honestly enjoying IM. However, I don't have the same perspective about IM when I first start. I, like you bobby, was in it for the quick money and it never happened. I could have giving up when I realized that but I really like what I do. I love the fact that there's always something new to discover with IM. Every day I learn something new and I just thrive on that. It's definitely not an easy field in my opinion, but I love it!
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  • Profile picture of the author geraldsoh
    YES! Of course I do enjoy IM and it is easy, interesting and challenging!

    It has made many young millionaires throughout this whole world!

    The most awesome "life" ever!
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  • Profile picture of the author fastmoney23
    I'm sure a lot of people got into this biz expecting to make a lot of big $$$ fast.

    However I'm sure a lot of newbies heard that it's a lot of hard work and you need to be persistent.

    Thing is, even if you THINK you're prepared to get into this. You have no idea how much work it's going to be until you buckle down and start launching campaigns.

    That being said, most people that last in IM really enjoy what they do. And if you have that, + persistence, you can succeed no matter how much you might know right now.

    The ones who have no talent or are lazy naturally lose interest and drop out.
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  • Profile picture of the author MrDay
    I really enjoy internet marketing, especially being my own boss, and the freedom.

    And it's as easy as baking a pie that would impress the Top chef judges. :p
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  • Profile picture of the author Richard Brands
    Yes, i enjoy Internet Marketing but i dnt think that its easy.

    Success in this field stands on two pillars, Hard Work $ Dedication towards your work.
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  • Profile picture of the author Richard Brands
    Yes, i enjoy Internet Marketing but it was not easy for me.

    success in this field stands on two pillars, Hard Work $ Dedication towards your Goal.
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  • Profile picture of the author Rose Anderson
    I enjoy the majority of it. I can't say I enjoy every single moment. But compared to other work I've done the pros far outweigh the cons. I wouldn't say it was easy, though it does become easier as you figure out what you're doing and which actions produce the most results.

    Rose
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  • Profile picture of the author Gawk
    I definitely enjoy internet marketing (what's not to like about sitting round in my pjs all day!) but I sure as hell don't think it's easy.
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  • Profile picture of the author Shimon
    Hi Bobby, sure I enjoy most aspects of IM, it is fun and also quite challenging at the same time. That's why I enjoy about.

    I guess as with everything it is difficult when starting out, however when you get the ball rolling, the momentum starts building up and its starts to be more fun from then onwards... especially when you see the results you achieved from all the work you've put into.
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  • Profile picture of the author sundown16
    Hi Bobby
    IM marketing is a lot of fun...when you figure it all out!
    it's challenging... not boring
    but the best part is competing everyday and keeping up
    with all the changes that happen in the community...minute to minute
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  • Profile picture of the author Troy_Phillips
    It is as easy or complicated as you make it.
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  • Profile picture of the author jgant
    I love IM so much I ditched a career for which I went to school a long time.

    It's a ton of work, but I like the work. I like being creative, building something and helping people.

    The collateral benefits of being self-employed, leveraging effort and residual income are great as well.

    It has frustrating days as well, but then what doesn't? The worst IM day is better than the best 9 to 5 job day.
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  • Profile picture of the author Tadresources
    It's fun but it ain't easy! I'm one of those people who thinks that anything worth having is worth working hard for.
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  • Profile picture of the author bigdeal
    yes, i enjoy IM, but it isn't easy. I've tried several IM programs but currently is not working. I need to find another program that is more promising ... but ... it's certainly not easy and takes a long time. However, we must keep the spirit!
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  • Profile picture of the author RealTimeAM
    I enjoy internet & affiliate marketing immensely. But it sure ain't easy!!!

    But I would rather spend my time doing this, rather than anything else. Plus I like the money - ha ha ha... :-)
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  • Profile picture of the author LetsGoViral
    I enjoy it to a certain point and I think it is relatively easy once you learn the basic ropes. However, you always have to think out of the box to achieve true success.
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  • Profile picture of the author NoviIM
    I absolutely enjoy it! But it is far from being easy, it is always evolving and with the current changes in the Google Algorithm, you have to be able to adjust to keep your business growing.
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  • Profile picture of the author ChloeCKimberley
    Heck no! It isn't easy. Making money never is.
    But I sure prefer it over being locked up in a working cubicle.
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  • Profile picture of the author prasanth5
    I really enjoy Internet marketing although it is very challenging and is not easy. Well, life consists in facing challenges of various kinds, IM is one such challenge!
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  • Profile picture of the author anahita56
    It's not at all easy. There's a lot to learn and you have to keep learning new tricks because everything changes constantly.
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  • Profile picture of the author marketwarrior06
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    Look dude IM is my passion. I do both Off line and Online. The thing become perfect when the hobby become your Job. That's IM for me
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  • Profile picture of the author Michael Ten
    I do not think that it is easy. I do not think that it is hard, either.
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  • Considered it looks easy, but it is hard when you do it , even you simplified every steps. Still, the fun thing is , once you've learn something , you are really happy ! Because you have overcome another problems , so means that you bigger than the problem you currently have, and then , here comes another problem and so on to solve it. So, it' just learning process, will have fall down, then will be rise up.
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  • Profile picture of the author Chri5123
    Luck = Easy.

    Persistence creates Luck!

    Unfortunately persistence and easy are seldom connected.

    I enjoy IM.

    I make my living with IM - but EASY?

    Well it has got easier then it was when I started out but it is always a challenge.

    Some aspects of IM I find easy - however it is the diversity that I love about it.

    Chris
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  • Profile picture of the author A1pha
    Although I am new to internet marketing, I love it. Its awesome to watch all your sites and sales grow. Internet marketing is also a great learning experience. You get to learn a little bit of everything from web design, SEO, list building and other marketing strategies. Who knows you might even be the next ".com millionaire".
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  • Bobby - I love that you emphasize the attitude shift into hard work and giving with grace and love. That's been so important to me, too.
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  • Profile picture of the author Adan Guzman
    I really enjoy doing Internet Marketing It is very fun because you can meet people all over the world and you market to them, I started learning IM when I was 15 years old and so far I am loving it, I thought it would be hard but nothing is hard in this world all you need is a little motivation and someone to guide you through this online world.

    Cheers,

    Adan
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  • Profile picture of the author Trevor M
    I love Internet Marketing! So far...

    I don't think it's easy by any means... especially when you're first starting out.
    It will no doubt get much easier as you progress and learn what works and what doesn't.

    When you're first beginning we all have a tendency to second guess what we're doing and whether it will work. Which makes it tough.

    - Trevor
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  • Profile picture of the author Adan Guzman
    I really enjoy IM I barley started this business when I was 15 years old, and so far I am loving it, IM is very fun because its all about meeting new people and marketing to people all over the world. When I began doing IM I thought it would be hard and a waste of time but all I need you need is a little motivation and someone to guide you through this online world.


    Kindest,

    Adan
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  • Profile picture of the author tasir
    in all honesty its a love hate relationship

    i like the money, but hate keeping up with the trends
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  • Profile picture of the author Irwin Dominguez
    I absolutely love IM, but don't think it's easy AT ALL. I really like the fact that it's difficult though; it's a great barrier of entry IMO.

    People flooding into IM remind of people who want to lose weight and make a new year's resolution to do it; when the new year starts in January, the gyms are busy and everyone is motivated... but after a while... errrr.... one or two months, the gyms start emptying out and the people who end up sticking around are the people who were there before January; the people that know it takes time, hard work, and belief because they know in due time - they will get the results they're looking for.
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