How do I motivate my kids to do IM?

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Hello,
I have two boys 15 and 18 that know all about the internet than anybody than I have ever
seen.
They know all the tricks to make some money here and there to buy video games
and that is it.
I want them to scale it up but they refuse.
What can I do without making myself nuts in the process.
Thanks to all.
Lou
  • Profile picture of the author Rob Howard
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    • Profile picture of the author Hesaidblissfully
      If they feel like you're forcing them into something that they don't enjoy, they'll grow to resent you for it. I understand where you're coming from because as a parent, of course you want them to be successful in life.

      But you have to remember that your kids are people, with their own goals, dreams and motivations, which may be different from yours. You just have to be okay with that and give them love and support regardless of which path they choose in life. Of course, you can still give them guidance if you feel like they may be making an unwise decision.

      You just have to accept that maybe they just don't want to do internet marketing on a big scale, or they're just not ready yet. In the meantime, I think the best way to motivate them is to lead by example and have massive success in your own business, and let them know that, should they choose to go down that path someday, your door's always open.
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  • Profile picture of the author ghyphena
    Strictly forbid them to do IM. See how quickly they scale up
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    • Profile picture of the author TheBeatles
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      Originally Posted by ghyphena View Post

      Strictly forbid them to do IM. See how quickly they scale up
      Exactly....
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  • Profile picture of the author MrBusiness
    Don't make them do anything - Allow them to progress themselves
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  • Profile picture of the author Zach Booker
    Everything we all do has a means to an end. We don't dream of being 90 punching away at a keyboard - we dream of living on the beach, driving a nice car, having a home on a golf course etc etc.

    Chances are both your sons have a dream. Discover what that is and if it's not very realistic make it - like going to Harvard or whatever.

    Show them the real cost of their dreams in a dollar amount. I find saying something will cost x million has lost it's punch. Break it down into, "You'll need to make x,xxx a day - you'll make xx working at McDonalds."

    I love internet marketing - but when you start off, and aren't able to outsource the tedious tasks, the doing is very boring. The planning and building are the fun parts.

    Money is addictive, especially at those ages. Once they see their account light up they'll be on board and more then motivated - the key is getting them to that stage.

    The internet posses such a great opportunity for those under 18 that it would be a shame, especially if they have some knowledge, to let it go to waste.

    Show them the money, show them their goals, and show them the only way they'll be able to reach it in the near future. (Through internet marketing.)

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    as others have said, guide and support your children in what ever career they choose, when they come to you down the road and ask you how that on-line thingy bob works, that will be the time to roll out the notes on that.
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    • Profile picture of the author Kay King
      Sound like smart kids - they aren't just focused on money and more money. That's a good thing.

      The more you push, the harder they will resist. That's a parenting law for that age.
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  • Profile picture of the author Tyler Pratt
    Lou if your kids see you are having fun and successful usually your kids will follow.

    If you dont push them they will pickup your excitement.
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