Brenda, that was very refreshing and so true for me too!!! It is not a business for unexperienced marketers , as I just read in another thread, however it is possible. As all things are by the Grace of God
However, you have to have perceverance, patience and push forward at all times. It sure is NOT a fast money maker, but in the long term we can find success here !!!
I keep telling you I remember the first few sacrifices you made when you joined, but I new then, in spite of your insecurity that you would not back down. That is the KEY!!!!
That was a great post, a great self reflective look at 6 months, and I really felt it helpful to newcomers so I gave you a +1!!

Blessings
Nadine

See what I mean!  You try to thank others for what they've done to help you get this far and they fire back how helpful I've been.  I don't feel like I have been but I know I have been because enough of you have said so.  However please, understand this post is because I truly am humbled how this whole process is unfolding. 

Ditto to you to Angel - even though I'm not rich YET I sure love this place and I'm so glad because I've meet some amazing caring loving people.  Some bad apples too, but that is ok. 

Nadine - what passion and strength you have.  I'm sure it isn't easy being in your position however, I am glad you use this forum to up lift a lot of spirits or up lift a lot of newbies to hang in there.  It is a gift God gave you so until your situation changes, continue to use what God gave you because your posts shine of joy.

007007 - so very true, I can't help feeling like the good hearted people in this forum is so strong that when someone tries to bring tricks, wrong doings or evil thoughts here, they either can't help but become more like us or they run away because they can't stand all the kindness.  Sounds corky but true.   

Tissa and everyone here, listen up, we are an amazing team of people wanting to help the best we can.  Some of us can help with money, some of us can help with experience, some of us can help with inspiration and some of us can help just by hanging in here and learning to earn.

Tissa is the only one who can help you with money by you becoming a super sponsor.  How do you become a super sponsor, just help other people in this forum no matter who they are while helping yourself, that's it.  Tissa will notice this if you are sincere and he will pay your monthly cost to stay in his progam.  Crazy but true!

You are safe here, welcome to ACME People Search Engine

Hi Folk:

The magic lies in taking the time to LEARN and EARN!!

Participating in the forum is indeed a plus, because here everything gets polished to a great sheen and shine!

Peace amid the storm, folks,

Rick

Glennda: It's great reading your answers and you are always one of my favourite forum members. Congrats on your learning experience

Angela,

You are a smart woman. I now feel the same way as you about treating this program like a business.

At first I was hungry for instant money and decided to start giving the World Wide Web a try.  Then I did the big “ Tissa No No” I joined at least 10 different Affiliate Marketing programs including APS.

I’d swing from super high excited to super low fed up.  I was running around in circles every time I learned something new, I’d try it out, and that would lead to a new way or a different suggestion from 10 different Affiliate Marketing programs.

I don’t remember the exact day but suddenly I realized I was getting no where!  The only thing that gave me motivation to continue was APS because of the forum.  Some where, some one said something to me that clicked, ENOUGH, your going in circles and you’re driving yourself mad.

Sure enough, not long after that Tissa reminded us all, stop joining programs and start working the one or ones you have.  I decided I was going to drop 6 of my other programs and stick to APS and 3 others.

I am much happier, less confused and like you said, I am treating this like a business and I will keep my balance in check.  APS with the financial support from Tissa and the best, supportive, informative, sometimes funny, sometimes stupid forum I’ve ever been privileged to come across.

I don’t know you all personally, and to be honest, it would be overwhelming at this point in my life, but I do know, when I log into my back office and decide it is time for a webinar or time to reads some posts, I’m being very honest when I say, I truly feel safe, comfortable and blessed to come across this program.  I love seeing your faces and your comments.

Money isn’t the issue anymore, Like Tissa said, we could make us 100’s, 1000’s or even 10,000’s, unless we help others with the little bit we have now, we’ll never get satisfied. 

Blessing to all of us, let us help ourselves so we can help others, one person at a time.

Brenda

Hi Brenda,great post we should all reflect on our journey here for me i'm glad I found acme and this forum,now I sincerely hope that all members especially new members read your post and reflect on their journey here and in life.Again Great Post.Have a great day,Bob Prats

Hi Brenda,

Thank you for the compliment of saying that I am a smart woman.. I really don't feel like I am a smart person.. I quit going to school after 8th grade. The learning I got thru the years was by making mistakes and bad choices.. I believe that anyone can do this if they keep a positive attitude, set goals and realize that waking up tommorrow rich is not going to happen. This Forum is awesome and I met a bunch of wonderful people that I enjoy talking to.. I also enjoy helping others in what I know.. I like to help others to succeed as I am succeeding in affiliate marketing..

Everyone Rocks,

I have just joined APS and it still remains to be seen.  But I will tell you that I have wasted a lot of money that I could have used otherwise on something more important.  In saying that, I would like to let anyone out there who has gone through the same things know that if you are truly serious about starting a home-based business or just trying to earn a little extra to make ends meet, you can't give up.  I am a very optimistic person and I believe that sooner or later I will run across a program that will help me with my budget.  I can't begin to tell you the number of things I have tried and how hopeless I have felt when I have spent hours online and sent thousands, and I do mean thousands, of emails imploring for help and have gotten no where.  If you have the drive, the confidence and the hope, you can accomplish anything.  I, however, have the stubborness of not giving up.  Maybe APS is the one.  I surely hope so, and by reading some of these posts on this forum, I have gotten a little more hopeful

Thanks to everyone.

gajones.

You are in the right place.  This forum is just full of tips, help, advice.  When you have time, start reading stuff that newbies wrote.  Not sure what level you are at because we are all at different levels, however, please ask any question you want so we can help.

Brenda

Hi Veianet,

How you coming a long?

Hi Orly,

I had to put my golden lab down today and it really hard to say goodbye.  He was in a lot of pain.  I cried so much and so hard I've had a headache all day.

Please know this is a learning process.  I found the Thirty Day Challenge very helpful and Wealth Affiliate.  If you can not afford WA then try The Bum Marketer.

I have not found any sure way yet except keep learning, keep trying and keep asking.

Please do not give up.  Try daily to work alittle more towards your online business.

Have a nice weekend
Brenda

Hi Chris,

Yeah the bags under my eyes are unreal.  I am much better now, thank you.  God he was beautiful.  He was only about 7 months when he was running fast back home here, his left leg went into a groundhog hole but his body didn't stop going forward so he pulled his leg out of his hip.  Paid for 2 operations but he never really fully recovered.  4 years later and about 2 weeks ago I noticed he was sometimes not putting his leg down but the next day he'd be fine.  However, today, after coming in from out side, he wouldn't put his leg down, he was breathing heavily and he couldn't sit or lie down.  He was making vocal noices and that was enough, I couldn't take him being in pain anymore.  I was with him for 20 mins while he was sedated and he calmed right down and peacefully his heart stopped but so did the pain.  He was only 4 years old however, it was an injury that would never heal and the pain was unbearable for him and me. 

Anyways, I know I am off topic.  No one has to write to me about the dog because I know you all feel badly about it and I do thank you all from the bottom of my heart.  I'm much better now and it is normal to grieve for our pets because they are so loyal and so devoted to us.  I had to be unselfish an let him go. 

Life and death are all part of the deal.  I have a lot to be greatful for.  Including Barley for 4 years.  This time, it isn't Chris's fault!  I don't blame you Chris, I actually never have

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