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Willie Crawford |
 Posted - 09/19/2007 : 12:17:16
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One of the people who really taught me a lot
about online marketing, firmly believed that
many in the biz-op, and work at home, niches
really only wanted to make a few hundred to
a few thousand extra dollars per month.
It's not that they would turn down more, but
just that they wanted to make enough extra
money to cover the car payments, school
supplies, and the unexpected expenses that
pop up every now and then.
He made that point to me so that I would
understand that hype isn't absolutely
necessary, since average people aren't
really expecting the $10,000 per month
lifestyles. They come online, turn to mailorder,
try door-to-door sales, etc. looking to
supplement their incomes rather than replace
them.
So, I'm curious. I realize that here we
share bigger dreams. At the same time, I
wonder would you really be "happy" just
earning say an extra $100 per day... maybe
working 1-2 hours per day for that?
I personally probably wouldn't be because
I've grown accustomed to what earning more
allows me to do... including being able to
do things for others 
What about you?
Willie |
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Sagar Mehta |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 12:22:02
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Hi Willie,
No, I wouldn't be "happy" with just a couple of hundred a day. The reason for that is that I am here to do business. I'm here to earn money online as a LIVING. This is not a hobby, neither a part-time job for extra income. This is what I want to continue doing for a living. Even if it takes 10-15 hours a day, I'm still willing to put that time in, instead of working at a J.O.B. (not that I despise it - but I just don't want to do it).
The fact that I'm self-depended and self-reliant while still staying at home (well, most of the time) is something that makes me REALLY happy :)
Regards,
Sagar |
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Jim Burney |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 12:26:32
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I would be happy earning $100-$200 a day.
When I can acheived that, I have the formula for more success. Y/N
Jim |
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NicketasKavouklis |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 12:26:55
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| a $100 a day isn't too shabby, though I know i'll be earning more :) |
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Carl DiNello |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 12:27:20
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Hi Willie,
Initially, I was going to respond that I would be delighted with an extra $100.00 daily as my needs are modest. However, your comment regarding having the ability to do things for others, and in actually doing so as you have often done, would make a much higher income level highly desirable.
Giving should always surpass greed.
Carl |
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AngelaWills |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 12:29:57
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Very interesting question, and great points. I think a LOT of people as you say would be very happy just earning $100 per day online. Would I? Not really because I am making more than that at this point and wouldn't want to cut my income. BUT when I see all these sales letters that talk of all the riches I can have it really turns me off.
It's funny you bring this up because yesterday I came across this signup page that was showing this video of a lady who says she bought a BMW Convertible, and there a picture of her in it where these sunglasses that apparently cost more then what most people make in a month. That just doesn't attract me, I don't care that someone can buy expensive sunglasses or buy a convertible.. .that doesn't really tell me that they're successful in my mind.
Anyway, bit of a rant.
I can say if I was first starting out online I would be absolutely happy to start with $100 per day - I wasn't looking for overnight miracles. |
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Trent Brownrigg |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 12:32:34
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I remember when I used to wish that I could make $100 per day with my online business. So then I would have been really happy with it. However, now I wouldn't be simply because that doesn't seem like a lot anymore.
I think starting out anyone would be thrilled to earn that much, but once they do get to that point then they know they can make more and $100 per day is no longer a goal to achieve. |
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Sudheendra |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 12:37:50
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Most people would be happy to make $100 a day.
But rather than being content with it, people should view it
as a stepping stone and look to achieve bigger goals than that. |
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Russell Portwood |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 12:38:03
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Hi Willie:
There was a time when that would have been just perfect. And I know people now who would love to have just that; $100 or $200 a day to help even out the rough spots (financially speaking). From listening to people on my list, they want something consistent, even if it is just a hundred bucks a day.
I don't think I'm being selfish by wanting more than that - along with extra income comes extra responsibility and a better opportunity to help others. The internet makes that possible, even for those who may be struggling now.
You are familiar with my current project that helps those folks and if I can show them how to make $100, they can do it again. And again. Until they reach whatever level they desire.
But regarding your actual question, "Would you be happy...", we all need to learn to be content where we are, and strive from that point to greater things. Happiness is NOW and in the journey. It's not someplace we "arrive". I think some people don't have that figured out and will never be happy. Sorry, didn't mean to get on my soapbox!
Here's to true Happiness!
Russell |
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Pat Blank |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 12:38:43
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Dear Mr. Crawford, there's nothing Extra about that $100 per day - that's living expenses for me and my disabled son. I don't have the luxury of working a "normal" job because I need flexibility and I need time.
Making $100 a day in a couple hours per day would be a dream. Actually, I'm getting very close to that, thanks to the info and insight that I've gotten here - THANK YOU ALL!
I have no objection to more, of course!!!!
I'm curious about your reference to Hype and the $10,000 per month lifestyle - there's a lot of hype in the "make $100 a day" field too.
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nick1123 |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 12:39:36
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| My short term goal (in a year or less) is to make $330 a day, or 10k a month. Then I can pay off my house and fire my boss! |
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Brian Cook |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 12:40:01
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For me, my happiness is more about my lifestyle
than it is about how much money I'm making.
In 1976, I was happy pumping gas for $2.50/hr
(I lived at home with my folks, didn't have any
debts, and had many good friends).
Granted, I need more money now in order to
support a family but living in a low-cost
area with no debt doesn't take much to get
by!
So, would I be happy with only $100 a day?
Yes. BUT I would not be content to just
stay at that level knowing that I could
make more and yet keep my existing lifestyle.
My ramble for the day,
Brian
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Sudheendra |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 12:50:41
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Willie, I see another WSO coming! |
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Rick Wilson |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 12:57:04
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quote : Originally posted by sciencetoy
I'm curious about your reference to Hype and the $10,000 per month lifestyle - there's a lot of hype in the "make $100 a day" field too.
One thing about the "make $100 a day" hype ... It's a heck of alot more realistic for people to first make $100/day than to make $10K/month.
Some hype is part of sales. Problem is that it usually goes way too far. BUT people eat it up and believe it.
Go Figure ...
Rick Wilson aka CorpRebel  |
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Alex_Sysoef |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 13:03:34
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Willy, I personally think that promising less and delivering more is a lot better then not delivering on your promise ...
In my product I only promised the first dollar within specific time frame (5 days to be exact) and followed through. Most of the customers were able to accomplish a lot more - hence a lot greater satisfaction and feedback I use for social proof is awesome :) so I think the question is two fold:
One: who is your market? obviously IM niche requires a bigger promise to get the excitement going due to so many promises been thrown around.
Two: Is 100 a day really a hype? It is a very achievable results when one puts his mind to it and supports it by honest effort ...
Alex |
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4thstreet |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 13:05:14
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| A year ago I would have thought that $100 would be "extra" play money. I had a good paying job and my online income wasn't too shabby. However, this year I lost my full time job and at almost the exact same time for some unknown reason, my online income came to a screeching halt, so if I could see $100 a day I would be very happy. It would pay my bills and allow me not to worry at night as most days now I'm seeing 0. |
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TimG |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 13:09:54
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When you consider the fact that many people/familes/homes live paycheck to paycheck and actually only need about an extra $400 a month to escape their current dilemma I would say that $100 a day is fantastic.
I remember several years ago when I was thrilled to make $50 in a month then it becaae $5 a day ($150 a month)which simply floored me and really jump started my burning desire to succeed online. Gradually I progressed to where I was covering my car payment then another reoccurring expense then another until all my bills were covered just from my generated online income.
$100 a day is a great objective (not goal - goals are dreams - objectives are reality) to achieve and once met is merely a stepping stone to the next higher level - $150 a day, $200 a day, $300 a day....etc
Tim |
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NicketasKavouklis |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 13:14:49
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quote : Originally posted by Trent Brownrigg
I remember when I used to wish that I could make $100 per day with my online business. So then I would have been really happy with it. However, now I wouldn't be simply because that doesn't seem like a lot anymore.
I think starting out anyone would be thrilled to earn that much, but once they do get to that point then they know they can make more and $100 per day is no longer a goal to achieve.
It's true, and the thing is that it's not a difficult goal to achieve.
Maybe 2-3 sales a day or less depending on what you are selling or promoting. |
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Jordan Matthews |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 13:16:40
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$100 a day in 2 hours is $50 an hour. I'm happy with that. $100 a day working more....eh, not so much.
I work as a high school teacher for my day job, and I certainly am not making that right now (although I am browsing the WF while my kids are taking a test, so I won't complain...too much).
-Jordan |
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jasondinner |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 13:18:02
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2 Kids ago and a world of responsibility ago,
yes $100 a day would be sweet!!!
But now that I support my family, it definitely
wouldn't cut it.
As we are all starting to see by everyone's replies,
it really all depends on the person and their needs.
I need at least $150 a day just to stay afloat!!!
Some need less, some need more.
It's all relative.
Regards,
Jason Dinner |
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asianlunatic |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 13:23:46
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Maybe not $100, but a relatively higher daily goal that i have set myself..
If i can achieve that, that would be great.. and i am nearly there already
i am more content in doing other personal works/commitments than just looking for money.
guess, i am not fazed by the money yet.. ( this might explain it: i am still single !  )
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R Hagel |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 13:27:29
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quote : Originally posted by TimG
When you consider the fact that many people/familes/homes live paycheck to paycheck and actually only need about an extra $400 a month to escape their current dilemma I would say that $100 a day is fantastic.
Exactly. If you go to places like wahm.com, you'll see two groups of folks: those who want to have full-time incomes working from home (like most people here), and those who just want to pick up $500 or so per month so they can comfortably stay home to raise the children.
In that second group, primarily these women are mothers first. That means they have no interest in sitting in front of a computer for long days building a business. They want sit at the computer for as little time as possible to make whatever amount they need (say $500 or $1000) -- and once that's achieved, their focus is 100% on the kids.
That means making $3000 isn't even really a priority for them right now, as they assume it will take away from their focus (being a mom).
So yeah -- if you could drop $3k in their lap monthly they wouldn't complain, but they have no desire to put in full days to get there.
Bottom line: different strokes for different folks who have different priorities.
Also, I agree with you Russell about happiness.
cheers,
Becky
p.s. Oh yeah -- I do think many people would be satisfied with lesser amounts, provided it covers their bills and allows them to do what they want to do.
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IMLegacy |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 13:38:22
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This is an interesting topic.
I believe the amount of money you earn is directly related to your desire to earn. If you have a strong desire to make $10,000 / month, you'll figure out a way to do it. It really depends on how stong that desire is. If your desire is to make $100/day, you'll make $100/day.
The whole reason I started experimenting with internet marketing a few months ago is because I took a paycut when my company lost it's biggest client. My immediate goal is to replace that lost income.
Would I be happy with $100/day?
Today, sure. Tomorrow, probably not. I'm on cloud 9 because I'll make about $500 this month from my IM efforts, but am I satisfied with that? No way. I understand that it's a good start, but I haven't accomplished my goal of replacing that lost income.
It's all relative to the situation you're in and your desire to get out of, or improve, the situation. |
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Matt MacPherson |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 13:38:54
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I think this is all relative.
Ask someone making $1 a day if they would be happy making $10 and they would obviously say yes, considering $10 is MUCH more than $1. Ask that same person after they are earning $10 if they would be happy earning $100 and they are sure to say yes, because $100 is clearly more beneficial than $10. After a few months of making $100 per day, you take that money away from them and give them $10 (again), and ask if they would still be happy, what do you think they'll say?
Point being, it's all relative. Willie is used to making gobs of money online, while "newbies" are not. To Willie, $100 a day is a huge pay cut. To "newbies" $100 a day is a raise. Relative, relative, relative.
Kudos,
Matt |
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howieS |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 13:41:30
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great point Willie. Most work at home and many biz opps are for a few hundreds or thousands . . .
take surveys
stuff envelopes
Not everyone on our lists is looking for the 'lifestyle' play or the big houses / fast cars.
There is also a HUGE opportunity outside of the US (and Canada, UK, etc) where a few hundred dollars a month is a big deal. The internet is reaching 3rd world countries (I hate that term - I like 'developing countries' better) and the dream of $100 a day = $3,000 a month which means you are the mayor . . .
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clint48 |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 14:21:11
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Willie, I would be happy making $50 or $60 a day if it only took me 2 to 3 hrs a day to make it.
Clint |
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melanied |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 14:29:12
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when i first started out, i would have been thrilled out of my mind to be making $100 a day - that would mean i could quit my job.
now i am very happy to make $100 a day - if it's in one niche, it's on autopilot, and i can duplicate it. :) |
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eidoan |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 14:29:56
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$100/day is more than the average yearly income in America. So there probably are some people who just want to make enough to get by like any average person.
But I think all serious entrepreneurs (especially those who think of themselves as "warriors") are the kind of people who won't be satisfied with anything. Myself included. I'm making over twice that much now and I still spend every day trying to come up with ways to make more. Don't need more money, but it's fun.
I like to think of "Want" by The Cure as my personal theme song. :) |
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Writingman1421 |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 14:33:58
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Id be happy with earning that much per day....But I would be HAPPIER EARNING MORE!
$3000 a month is a good income for me. But Like all of you, I want to surpass that at one time or another.
but, for 1-2 hours a day...Id be more than with 100 bucks per day. |
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Jeannie Crabtree |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 15:00:57
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Willie, there is a good number of people who cannot think big, for
whatever reasons - A lot of beliefs that hold them back.
$100 a day would be a dream come true for many people. And if you
go to other less affluent countries, it would indeed be a dream come
true.
Allen said one time that one of the biggest WSO's going on was something
about earning $50 per day. Because the majority of people can grasp that,
They can get that pictured in their mind.
Many here may have started with that in mind, but have moved on to
bigger goals. I certainly have.
Jeannie |
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Joe Russell |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 15:05:28
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I know when I first started out nearly 9 years ago I would have welcomed a $100 day with big smile. Now after earning much more I would have to seriously look to see what I was doing wrong If I was only making a $100 a day.
Joe Russell |
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feilerl |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 15:05:34
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| I would like to make all I could just to see how much I would make? |
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francisj |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 15:07:30
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| At this point... Yes, Absolutely. It will take my confidence and capital sky high and will allow me to duplicate it(my initial success) and gain the income that I want to get. Which is around 5-6 figures monthly. It is a very important gauge though in my book. :D |
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michaelmac |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 15:34:57
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Hi Willy,
As a newcomer to IM i would at this time consider $100 per day for 2-3 hours work acceptable. However, anybody with a business plan/targets would have to consider starting lower, say $25-50, and having achieved this expand your business to incorporate the option of earning $75-100, then $100-$150 etc.
Therefore the answer to your question is yes i'd currently be elated with $100/day; BUT only as a target towards achieving further progression.
Thanks for that one Willy
Best regards to you,
Michaelmac |
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Kat Bartone |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 16:12:45
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Hi Willie,
Would I be happy with $100/day for a couple of hours work? For now, I'd be satisfied with that but only because that's an IM goal that I haven't yet reached. I would view that as a first achievement on a continuing path, not a plateau that once reached, I'd want to stay at.
I would ultimately like to make more than that, enough to be comfortable, to have no money worries, and to have enough so that I can help others. I don't want or need an ostentatious lifestyle, but I do want a comfortable one.
I don't ever want to be consumed by my online job, as I have often been with my offline profession. I'm interested in spending time with my extended family and doing some traveling rather than working 18 hour days.
Since I am looking to replace, rather than just supplement my income, once my $100/day goal is achieved, I'll modify it.
All the best,
Kat |
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bobsstuff |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 16:35:08
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According to the U.S. Census on their site census.gov
Real median income did not change between 2002 and 2003 for non-Hispanic white households (about $48,000), black households (about $30,000) or Asian households (about $55,500). Maybe there is a later figure, but this was what I found with a quick look.
$100 a day for a couple three hours work would be the AVERAGE workers dream come true. $36,500 a year based on 365 days of income from IM regardless of whether you work or not...but assuming a couple hours a day to implement it.
Even those of us who aspire to our first consistant $100 a day from IM have "things" that get in our way of achieving it.
So, YES, I would like to earn $100 a day..........and then set loftier goals as I approach that amount. |
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RhondaRains |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 16:40:52
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I wouldn't be happy with $100/day but I am happy with earning enough to pay all the bills and have a little for emergencies and extras like a fancy night out or a daytrip, shopping trip etc where you can just spend what you want and not worry that the total receipts may be more than what you have!
That to me is all I need to make me happy and if I become filthy rich in the process than hey that's a bonus :0)
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sashag89 |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 16:48:56
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I'd love to have a $100/day, my closest effort was a $96/day.
But ultimately, $100/day is a stepping stone until I reach my real goal of $1000/day. |
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romualdas |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 16:51:57
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Read very carefully.
My goal (last year), was to make my first $1 online this year. I achived that in April (made $24 commision as an affiliate), than I wanted to make $100 and one month (3 months ago) I made it.
Than few months - nothing, as I was not putting any work.
This month I decided I'm in FULL. This month I made around 120-150 so far, I am expecting a bit more.
So, $100 a day is one of my stepping stones, but that's not the end goal. End goal is way bigger. Something like 3000-4000 a day (net).
About hype... I'm sick of reading these "make $xxxxx per month/year... I believe not all of those folks are making that much themselves (some are). BUT: Everything IS possible - I can prove that with the story of my own life. $100/day is possible; $1000/day is possible; $10000/day is possible.
Which of theese did you stop at and thought - no ...?! Well, it means it's not possible for you. But doesn't mean it's not possible for ME or somebody else.
For those, who want to make whatever amount per day, month, year - I have one advice. Work.
Work hard, people. It's your life, IT IS YOUR DREAM.
Will you achieve what you want and desire? I don't know. There's no guarantee!
In fact, there is ONLY ONE THING GUARANTEED IN LIFE: ... YOU WILL DIE.
Everything else - maybe!
But one thing is for sure - if You don't try - you have a 100% chance of failing (ha!).
Some people think - "If I don't try - I don't fail..." WRONG! If you don't try you failed already... failed much more than 100%....
Isn't your life worth much more than you're getting now?!
Life will pay whatever price you ask it to pay. Remember this.
Keep pronouncing this phrase aloud until it sinks in.
Don't give up. Never never ever give up.
Follow your dream.
If you want something really bad - the whole world will help you.
Romualdas. |
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MikeRogers |
Posted - 09/19/2007 : 16:55:42
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A hundred bucks a day? Sure, but then I'm happy with just a tuna fish sandwich.
Mike |
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Would You Be "Happy" With $100 Per Day?