When It Comes To Making Extra $$

@KrauseHome (36448)
United States
January 6, 2008 4:01pm CST
Are you one who would rather do easy sites and things like Forums such as myLot, and the PTC... or are you one who likes to have an Online Business with Sales, and such invlolved, or do you Sell in SwapMeets, Flea Markets and Ebay? You know for me over the yrs. I have done a little bit of everything it seems. For me, I prefer mostly being the on hands type of person, and having an item or a product that I am selling, so I can make some Extra $$, and be able to share a product or idea with others. This is why I have been known to do Online Businesses which require Sales. For me that brings a lot of satisfaction. Yes, I know it requires a monthly commitment of spending some $$, but to me, you can never make much $$ without spending some first, and in reality, I have done ok with a lot of them over time, so you never know unless you try. What are some of your opinions on this, and what do you find works best for you, or you have tried or are doing, or plan to do in 2008 as well? ~~TINA~~
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@mgmagana (3618)
• United States
13 Jan 08
i do prefer the easier sites, just b/c i don't have time to do the bigger things! my dream would be to come up with a website that becomes huge, like myspace or facebook or something!
@alnilam (969)
• United States
7 Jan 08
easier sites, since online money making is more of a hobby to me
7 Jan 08
I just do mylot. I'm in the process of earning through my own, my blogs looking like it might be more easier than doing this place. especially when I like up with my friends who's going to support me by comments and I return the favour, as for this place well I'm not here for the money. ~Joey
@sophylline (1041)
• Philippines
7 Jan 08
I have just started exploring how to earn online. I want to commit myself this year to earning more. So far, I have very few easy sites that earn tiny, which includes engaging in mylot, nevertheless still earns. I have tried to learn about blogging but don't think I could start to put my leg there yet. I am thinking of selling online though, and I am taking my time to learn about the tricks of the trade.
• United States
7 Jan 08
What I am doing now is teaching people online to be their own internet Guru. I know it sound weird, but its actually quite simple. When I first started looking for ways to earn money on the internet, it was hard and discouraging. I didn't know which way to turn, I got scammed a couple of times, and I lost money. Even though I stuck through it, I really wished that I could find someone who had been through all of this before, to show me the way. Now that I know some of the ins and outs of internet marketing, and a few of the secrets, I teach others to do the same thing. I help the newbies all the tips and tricks they need to avoid the pitfalls that you usually encounter at first. I feel a lot of people need to learn how to make an income online. The disabled, stay at home parents, etc. I'm there, not to sell them the next opportunity, I am there to guide them in the direction of what is right for them, so they can make the money they want. I know you say you can't make money without spending some, but at the same time, you can make money by rendering useful and purposeful service to others. I make money not off the training, but off the services I suggest during the training, if its a fit for that person.
• United States
7 Jan 08
My main income from the internet comes from selling my handmade items at Etsy.com. I average about 2 sales per week at the site. It takes some time to build up a reputation and it is very competitive (but in a good way, no mean, back-stabbing members)I can promote my shop and items on their forums and that helps drive buyers to me shop. I sell every once in awhile on Ebay, but it is mostly unwanted items that my sons no longer play with, although some are unopened toys that they received 2 of and we didn't have a receipt. I have made money with Associated Content. MyLot is one of a few sites that I'm also trying out to see if they are worthwhile. MyLot is, as I'm closest to payout and there's plenty of good info being shared (not to mention many friendly people that I'm glad to have met) I also just started a blog about making money on the net... http://makingmoneyonline08.blogspot.com
@Polly1 (12645)
• United States
6 Jan 08
I am always on the lookout for making money. "I am not greedy I am needy". I have done some ebaying and also surveys, stuff like that. If you have any advice I would love to hear it. Good luck.
@Amanda_NZ (125)
• Lexington, North Carolina
7 Jan 08
I picked my business in JD Premium Products that is affordable for the majority of people, has good products that are beneficial, people want to consume, and buy again and I also use and consume. I agree with you that you cannot run a business without paying some $$s I am my best customer as it cheaper to buy from myself than buy from a shop. The support from customer service, free toll calls, tools and website included with weekly free toll conferences are wonderful and team building with enthusiastic members. I knew that it would not be an overnight get quick business and anything worthwhile one has to build steadily and market oneself to let others know you are in business. I have other business that compliment my main program for resources etc too.
• United States
7 Jan 08
I am the type who likes to do sales also. I like this site also though. I am getting ready to sign up with another company in the travel industry. It is supposed to be booming within the next couple of months since this is when people schedule their vacations. This is something that you might be interested in as well. Let me know and I will tell you more about it. The fee is a little large, but you are buying a vacation package that is yours for life. You won't ever have to pay that much again.