Entries from October 2008 ↓

I’ve now been working online for a little bit over a year. In this year I’ve accomplished more than I ever dreamed! Still, there are times when I get down on myself for not reaching my income goals as quickly as I would like.

I have to stop myself often and congratulate myself often for a job well done just to keep my chin up! I have spent a lifetime of trying to be perfect. I got good grades in school, but always felt like I could be doing better. The same goes with my online business. I mean- I was able to quit my job as a teacher, stay home with my baby, AND buy a brand new home just from working online. That’s HUGE!

The reason I’m typing this is to let you know that if you’re frustrated about getting started working online, or you just can’t seem to make the income you want – pat yourself on the back anyway! Let yourself be excited about your successes- even if it’s just an Adsense click worth a few cents.

Keeping your mind and actions positive will snowball into even more positive things. The self doubt you feel will only hold you back. Do yourself a favor and promise to only be positive about your online business from this point on.

Don’t get upset because you didn’t get as many articles written as you could have because your baby was fussy. Be proud of what you DID get done. Don’t beat up on yourself because you took an hour to browse the forums. We all need breaks!

As long as you’re taking action, thinking positively, and modeling those who are successful you will reach your goals.

I am a domain name junkie!  If I see a good one I can’t help but pick it up to – someday- develop.  There is just something great about having the perfect domain.  Recently I’ve come across an opportunity to have my own domain names list of premium domains that I am a broker for.  That means people make an offer on a domain they really want and I can accept or reject that offer.  It’s very neat!

Looking through this list of domains is nothing short of amazing.  The person who scouted these out is Gene Pimentel who is a master domainer. Take a look and see if there is anything you like there!

What’s really great is that the list of domain names includes prices of what similar domain names have sold for in the past. That does NOT mean that is what you’ll pay.  It could be quite a bit lower depending on what the broker (me) will allow you to pay.

Going through the domains is great even if you want to find one on your own, to be honest with you. These premium domains are sure to spark some great ideas for you.

I’m also blogging about finding great domains here

Checking out the domain names list will be fun! I’m excited about my new broker status since there is nothing better than a great domain name

This Books Free review is definitely a positive one! You might know that I LOVE to research. I could research all day long if you’d let me – and often do! The problem is that there is so much junk on the Internet. You never know what information is true and what will lead you astray. That’s why I prefer REAL books.

The problem with “real” books is that they can be really expensive. I know – you should see my Amazon.com bill. I swear they should give me a huge discount for blowing all my money there I’m finally wising up, and seeing the need to condense my expenses for research.

That lead me to find Books Free. Have you ever heard of Netflix? Books Free works much in the same way. You pay a flat monthly fee and you get a certain number of paperback books sent to your house. It’s also free shipping both ways.

Yes, I could just go to the library, but being able to search for books on niche topics from the comforts of home is a great thing in my book (pun intended). They have a great selection, fast service, and low prices.

I’m also saving tons of money and have access to great reading for marketing, research, and FUN purposes. I can’t recommend Books Free highly enough. If you want to start doing quality research that isn’t based off of the same old junk that’s elsewhere online, you should get a subscription. I’ll be keeping mine for a long, long time – just don’t tell Amazon.

I also have a special deal for you (shhh, don’t tell!)

20% off your first month at Booksfree.com. Use coupon code: CJ86

Okay, one of my goals with this blog is to help moms find things that really work. There is no need to fuss around with methods of earning online that are ineffective. Trust me…I’ve dealt with plenty of them since I’ve been marketing online! It’s amazing what junk is out there.

In fact, it can be really discouraging. I sometimes feel like throwing in the towel when I work hard at something and nothing ever comes of it. This time, however, I’m going to recommend a product that is so amazing I can’t imagine anyone trying it and not succeeding.

Secret Affiliate Code by Craig Beckta is the golden ticket I’m talking about!

I’ve known Craig from forums for a while, and was delighted to see that he had a major release of a book. He had some really heavy hitters promoting for him when he released this book a few months ago. I bought my copy out of loyalty and set it aside.

Then, there was an affiliate promotion popping up that I knew I didn’t have a chance in because the other affiliates had much bigger lists than I did. I remembered the promises Craig makes on his sales page, and decided to give it a try.

Lo and behold, I put the method to work (it took between 4-6 hours…I didn’t time myself and waited nervously. I mean, this was a big promotion and I thought I didn’t have a chance. Here is a screenshot of the results (with the name of the product and transaction number blurred out for obvous reasons)

I am very impressed with the Secret Affiliate Code method, and I can attest that it does work. Yes, you will have to DO the work. But it doesn’t take much. Earning $436.50 on a launch I felt I had little chance in is certainly not too shabby.

I definitely suggest you check out Secret Affiliate Code for yourself. Don’t let it just sit around like I did at first, do what it says and you will be richly rewarded!

*Update*  I still need to go through all of the material, but Craig has just released Secret Affiliate Code 2. I recieved a review copy and it’s even more comprehensive than the first.  I’ll release a review once I’ve had a chance to go through it all, but you can pick it up here now

If you’ve been online for any length of time at all you’ve probably noticed that there are a ton of distractions. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed and like you have to run around like a chicken with your head cut off! The important thing, however is that you learn to focus so you can start to bring in the income.

If you’re running after one golden egg after another, you’re never going to catch any of them. You need to choose a solid business plan and stick with it. That is how the most successful people get to where they are today.

When I first started out online, I had huge focus problems. I was ghostwriting so much that I didn’t have any time at all to focus on my own things. At least…that’s what I told myself! The truth was that I was always in learning mode, and never actually implemented the things I learned.

So, when did my income start to increase? The minute I started focusing. It’s really amazing what that does for you.

I’m starting to get pretty big into personal development, and focus is one of the things I’m working on. Yes, it’s tough to focus online, but it’s essential.

I’m going to start a series on how to focus. It’s especially hard because you’re a momma…and your little ones are running here, there and everywhere. But you CAN do it. You CAN choose a business model, stick with it, get your work done, and have enought time left over to spend with your kids.

For those of you who aren’t sure yet what your business model should be, don’t worry! I’m going to share a great one with you tomorrow that I’ve profited very well from. I don’t know how anyone couldn’t put it to good use and not make money

Until then, think about the changes you can make in your life to become better at focusing. Look for the business model I’m talking about, as well as the upcoming series on bringing focus into your life.