DON'T GET DISCOURAGED THERE IS MONEY ON THE INTERNET!!

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James here and I am writing this to encourage all the new guys out there. I just read an article about a guy that made his first commission check online. I hope all of you can achieve that first step on a long line of great moments you have in store for you.

I wanted to write this because like him I was right where he was frustrated that I was not getting anywhere. I found myself buying program after program wanting so desperately to understand what it was that I was doing wrong and then suddenly it dawned on me. I was so eager to make money that I went too fast and started making some very critical mistakes.


This is just a few helpful hints for those new guys out there that really are looking for a bit of guidance. Be sure to pick a program that you feel has the adequate training that will help you learn. Once you have the information then be careful not to go rocket fast. Each step of the program is VERY important. You can’t have a great piece of cake if you forgot to put in some of the ingredients to make it. Learn your program it is designed to work. Like they say don’t just work it learn it like it’s the back of your hand then expand on the basic information that is given to make it even better.


***Don’t get discouraged.***


So many times we start a program only to get frustrated and then quit. I know I was one. Then I found myself logging on to forums saying that everything was bogus and that there was no real money in it. That there was a secret to making the big bucks and that secret was not being shared. But the truth is that the gurus that make the money work the systems plain and simple. If something does not work for you then dust yourself off and try again a bit slower so you can really see if you are making a mistake. If you aren’t then figure out what is causing you the roadblock. The truth is, work the program you choose and you will make some money.


I have been in the industry for a year and had several ups and downs with hundreds of products and guides. I have spent thousands of dollars in hopes of finding that one gem, but the truth is even if you have a gem you have to work it to find the hidden gem inside. I am now starting to generate great commissions on the program I chose and am like you not a guru but one who is excited to feel confident to learn more and only go up from here.


Good luck to you all in your ventures and remember don’t lose your faith it will eventually pan out in the end.
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  • Profile picture of the author Alex Mensah
    I think what's important is setting expectations for yourself as well and understanding those expectations and the biggest thing you have to let yourself know is that there is no push button hit one button and make a million dollars in IM except if it's an email to your list. That's as close to push button as we will get. once you have set that expectation half the battle is won because you will actually then put in the work to succeed online.
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    • Profile picture of the author jakejoh10
      Nice post.

      The truth is, this is hard work. If you're not willing to put the time in and treat it as a business, you won't see results.

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  • Profile picture of the author ExpertSEOServices
    Thanks for sharing this!

    The biggest challenges in IM are putting in hard work, staying focused and maintaining!

    Again as mentioned above its a business so treat it that way. Be professional and provide a good service with good communications
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  • Profile picture of the author derekcares
    Thanks for sharing your story. Very easy to get discouraged when you see sales dripping in and not pouring in. Then you see days with no sales coming in. I know eventually the effort will pay off. I refuse to give up my dream.
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  • Profile picture of the author Neil Morgan
    Do people still think there's some big secret that would propel them to success if only they knew what it was?

    After all these years, you'd think somebody would have let the cat out of the bag.

    Kinda tells you something.

    Cheers,

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    • Profile picture of the author CyberAlien
      Originally Posted by Neil Morgan View Post

      Do people still think there's some big secret that would propel them to success if only they knew what it was?

      After all these years, you'd think somebody would have let the cat out of the bag.

      Kinda tells you something.

      Cheers,

      Neil
      Of course, those are the same people buying a new product every few hours :p
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  • Profile picture of the author glennshep
    Thanks for sharing your experience and hints. I like the point you make about even if you have a gem, you have to work it to find the gem inside. That is the bottom line - no matter what you do or what course or 'system' you have, you absolutely have to work. There are lot of great courses and programs out there amongst the garbage, but no matter how great they are they won't do the work for you. Even if it's made as easy as possible, you're still going to have to put the work in.

    Business is business however you look at it and trying to have a successful online business is no different. You need goals, a plan, consistency and you must remain focused, determined and disciplined. If you keep going, doing the right things and approach your business with the right attitude, then you'll get there
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  • Profile picture of the author MKCookins
    Thank you for sharing your personal experince with internet marketing.

    It is true that there is tons of information on the many different ways to make money online. They key is to pick 1 method and see it through.

    Also a great habit to start is once you learn a new piece of information - implement right away. All the learning in the world want make you money... learn a small piece of information the TAKE ACTION
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  • Profile picture of the author Larry Leggett
    Hard work and patience always gets paid. While starting a new business take a bit of time to take off and generate money, IM does the same. Proper planning and passion is needed to be succeed here. There is no shortcut to success.
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  • Profile picture of the author NateC
    It is amazing how some people start with IM and make a lot of money and others struggle until they give up. The biggest factor that I have seen is actually learning a method and taking action and implementing it correctly. So keep going, there is money to be made... a lot of it!

    "We often miss opportunity because it's dressed in overalls and looks a lot like work."

    Thomas Edison
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  • Profile picture of the author rmolina88
    Great post! I remember my first 2 weeks in IM and wanting to give up after that.

    Nearly 3 years later, I'm making my full time income from it.

    The power of determination is an amazing thing.
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  • Profile picture of the author wisdomoto
    thanks for the post, good to hear that people are having a go
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  • Profile picture of the author khooster1
    Hard work is indeed the core of successful Internet marketing.
    Beside this, I like to emphasize the important
    Of a good Business mindset.

    Many marketers are able to make money initially,
    But failed to make big money in due time.

    The key issue is the business mindset.
    You need to understand a few points:

    1. Leverage
    You need to treat IM like a business.
    You need to work on money generating
    Activities such as product creation, traffic generation,
    Etc.. Outsource other tasks to stay focus

    2. Invest in your business
    You need to re-invest part of your profits into the business
    The great thing about IM is scalability.

    3. Invest in yourself
    Be humble about your success.
    Have an open mind to take in new technology.
    Go for seminar, courses to get yourself ready all time.

    Hope these pointers contribute to this great thread. Cheers.
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  • Profile picture of the author StevenJones
    Commitment, dedication, persistence, and belief.

    4 words that will get you far.
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  • Profile picture of the author ScottWatson
    Nice post James, thank you... it is very easy to get discouraged when there is all the hype out there about making fast money, $30,000 in 1 month etc... etc... when you quickly realise that it isn't as easy as most people make it out to be.
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  • Profile picture of the author basse
    Great post, peoplejust have to take action and stop reading all the time. Learn by practise and the money will start flooding in!
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  • Profile picture of the author bobcarlsjr
    same here.

    my first site was a huge success and i thought i had a nature talent for IM. however, i went on to build 9 new sites and almost all of them failed.

    getting a bit discouraged here.. i think the only silver lining is that my first site is still making me good money.

    hard to not feel discouraged though..
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