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mountainmom5
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#21 · Posted: 2 Sep 2008 09:59
Silverthorne: so, the million dollar question... where do we start? is there anything out there that makes for an easy transition between paid employment (in my case with only secretarial skills and number crunching) and this wonderful world of home business?
I absolutely understand what you are saying.
The only problem is that we are not supposed to be openly promoting our own businesses in these forums - forum rules.
That is why we try to be encouraging without coming right out and saying, "Hey, bud, what you REALLY need is to get started with ME..."
We all have our websites in our signatures for the purpose of you being able to contact us individually with any questions you may have...
Believe me, if we were all allowed to blast you with our business opportunities - you would know what true confusion is!
Bottom line is here are several ways to make money online...
Affiliate Marketing: You set up a blog, or website and promote other products or services, and make a commission when someone clicks and buys.
Home based business: You get started in a small business for anywhere from a couple bucks to several hundred (or in some cases, several thousands)... with most companies, you will have ready made websites, free training, and a mentor to guide you and help you (this is huge!)... you make money thru retail sales from your websites and also bonuses when you help others sign up to get started...
In my humble opinion - getting started in a business is usually the easiest but then there are others that would probably differ with me - but it has been the easiest for me...
Hope this helps.
Viola
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Silverthorne
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#22 · Posted: 7 Sep 2008 21:44
thankyou so much for the info viola. wholeheartedly agree with it. just not sure that i'm up to the mentoring side of things at the mo. from what i can gather from this forum, what i end up putting my time and energy into needs to be something that sits well with me. at this point, i feel more drawn to something less 'personal' if that makes sense.
i'm very interested in trading, and have tried to find out about e-currency, forex, etc. alot of information to process, but i feel thats the direction i would like to go in to start out. (any suggestions would be great!)
who knows what the future holds, though. i was certainly inspired by the info you sent, and would love to see myself in that picture at some point in time.
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mountainmom5
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#23 · Posted: 8 Sep 2008 07:55
Silverthorne: thankyou so much for the info viola. wholeheartedly agree with it. just not sure that i'm up to the mentoring side of things at the mo
lol - I am actually not a mentor either - far from it! I just plug folks into the same system that has helped mentor me but I know what you are saying,though...
That is what I like about Ebay - it is less personal and a great way to make money if you can find a niche product.
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Hattrrrick
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#24 · Posted: 8 Sep 2008 08:32
Silverthorne: i'm very interested in trading, and have tried to find out about e-currency, forex, etc. alot of information to process, but i feel thats the direction i would like to go in to start out. (any suggestions would be great!)
Silverthorne,
I haven't seen anything on this forum concerning trading, but I haven't really looked either. I am a trader myself. This thread isn't really toward trading, but here is a little advice for what it's worth.
1. Learn Learn Learn
Learn as much as you can. There are all kinds of different ways to trade and you will get 5 different answers on what to do from 5 different people
2. Cut your losses
Do not fall in love with a trade just because you are in it. Have a set of rule that tell you when to get out BEFORE you get into a trade.
3. Take your profits
Cutting your losses are the more important of these two, but knowing when to take your profits is important too.
4. Did I say LEARN as much as you can?
I hope this helps a little.
Good luck,
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Silverthorne
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#25 · Posted: 8 Sep 2008 21:33
Hi again, another long one...sorry!
I really didn't get it when all the advice seems to be 'find whats right for you'. I read info that was kindly forwarded to me (thanks mountainmom5!) and was still racking my brains trying to understand how so many of u guys had direction when I was running in circles! So I narrowed down my search for where to start and thought trading would be it. Always been interested in it, so seemed like the way to go (and I will still do it when I find the right program and support).
But two things have jumped out at me in the last 24 hours: start small and simple. its not just about what i 'would like to do', but 'what i am able to do' is just as important. circumstances play a large part in getting started, and some things take alot more time to learn than others. (FOREX aint no stroll in the park!)
having read more and more posts from all you guys, i read one from happywife that just caught my eye and finally decided to look up SBI. Seems like a great system for someone like myself with no experience. So I'll give it a go, and see where that takes me!
Second: support is invaluable. in my very limited experience on forums, i can honestly say that the support here is fantastic! i visited some forums more focused on the trading aspect of working from home, and they sure weren't there to support the new guy.
We all have to start somewhere, and some of us do a few more circles before we figure out what direction to head in. so i just wanted to let you guys know that you've made a really great environment for us newbies! somewhere to come for the support and the encouragement you need to take your first step. thanks heaps! 
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happywife
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#26 · Posted: 8 Sep 2008 21:59
Silverthorne: having read more and more posts from all you guys, i read one from happywife that just caught my eye and finally decided to look up SBI. Seems like a great system for someone like myself with no experience. So I'll give it a go, and see where that takes me!
I'm glad to hear that SBI makes sense to you like it did to me when I was getting started. I think you'll be more than pleased with the program. If you think this forum is helpful (and it very much is!) wait till you see the SBI forum. Unbelievable!
I'll look forward to seeing where your brainstorming takes you and which niche you decide to start with. Do keep us posted.
Blessings,
Angie
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Silverthorne
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#27 · Posted: 8 Sep 2008 23:35
Thanks Angie! Looking forward to getting started. Do you have a link to sign up through? I checked out the client websites and found some had the option to join SBI from their website, but since it was your post that led me there, I'd rather check with you first.
Cheers!
Jodie
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happywife
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#28 · Posted: 8 Sep 2008 23:49
Thanks Jodie,
You're a real dear to want to give me the credit. Unless you picked up a permanent 'cookie' from one of the other sites, if you use the third link in my sig. that refers to Site Building you can sign up under me.
You can clear your cookies first if you want using the browser tools. If you don't know how to do that, don't worry about it. If I miss out, I won't complain. I'm just happy for you to be taking a really worthwhile step in the right direction.
Either way, your kindness in thinking of me really makes my day!
Blessings,
Angie
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Silverthorne
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#29 · Posted: 9 Sep 2008 00:17
happywife: if you use the third link in my sig. that refers to Site Building you can sign up under me.
thanks angie,
i tried that link but it comes up with an empty tab with nothing but the following:
Future Home of www.sbi.homemade-success.com
is it possible to send me a link?
cheers
jodie
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happywife
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#30 · Posted: 9 Sep 2008 00:46
Hah! You found a typo for me!  I updated my signature recently and typed the link incorrectly. I'm glad you told me because everyone would be getting the same error message.
I did send you the link via pm, but I also fixed my signature (naturally) so now it should work. 
Thanks again for letting me know!
Blessings,
Angie
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Samantha405
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#31 · Posted: 9 Sep 2008 20:46
I also agree with westfam11, I believe that it entirely depends on your own personal interests and strengths. Getting paid well to do something that you love is the ultimate existence. And if you're not sure what your personal interests and strenghts consist of then that's your first job.
I have found myself in the same boat. And for me it really just came down to what I find myself looking forward to after I complete the tasks that I'm obligated to do. For me, I really just couldnt wait to get home and be with my children...which is how I ended up doing what I'm doing and loving it.
You're question, as easy as it might seem, is really an intense task...figuring out what your passions are. Here's to you on your quest!!
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#32 · Posted: 9 Sep 2008 21:46
I important point you have to remember is never pay to get any jobs/ work from home.
There are many sites which will get you jobs if you want to do freelancing. The other best home business you can look into would be affiliate marketing.
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cupbucket
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#33 · Posted: 10 Sep 2008 09:09 · Edited by: cupbucket
This is just a list of things I think you should consider when joining any other online business program.
How long the program has been around. If it's less than a year then I would stay away from it just to be safe.
Where did you learn about it. If someone offers you a business program without you even asking for it then I would stay away. This is a sign of inexperience or just bad marketing ethics.
The "promises". If the promises of money which can be made are totally outlandish e.g. "make a million dollars in a month" then stay away.
The overall support. Ask questions about the program and if you don't get any responses its a good sign that the one you are contacting doesn't take the business seriously themselves.
The quality of the actual program. Spend a little time getting to know any program before you fully commit. Try to weed out any of the faults with the program.
The price. I don't think you should pay to work for someone but you do need to make some kind of investments if you want to build a business for YOURSELF. But I personally wouldn't bother with the ones that demand upfront money before you even join the program. I mean how can you decide if its worth you money if you aren't able to join and check it out for yourself first. I would also stay away away from the programs that charge ridiculous amounts of money.
Thats about it for now.
Namaste
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