Let's Talk - Where Are You With Your Online Business?

[Lynn Terry]

Hi Rob!

Start a thread in the private forum and let's brainstorming in detail there. ;-)

[Lynn Terry]

I started in 2007 and it took me a couple years to understand some things in the IM world. Then I started seeing small gains. Then things stalled with no gains but no real loss. Lots of revamps over the years and then Google messed things up. Still recovering. Settled in now and plowing ahead. Still lots of cultivating to go but in it's season, I should see the harvest.

Welcome Ocha

I would be interested to hear what you have been working on over the years, particularly with those minimal results and issues with rankings. Start a new thread here in the main forum if you'd like some help, or to brainstorm ideas going forward!

[AlainaFrederick]

I truly feel that 2013 is going to be MY year! Just a few weeks ago Babble announced their top mom blogs of 2012 list and I was on it. While it's not a monetary reward or anything like that I really feel rejuvenated. This year I have plans to continue with my bi-weekly podcast that I relaunched last week. I also have plans of releasing a seasonal digital magazine with family-friendly articles from some amazing authors. I am also going back to my original intent with my website which is more personal blogging and less of free product reviews and pointless giveaways. I pray that through these three avenues I'll be able to attract advertisers.

My goal - which is going to be a lot of work - is to replace half of my husband's current income so that in 2014 he can go to a part-time job. How I'm going to do that I'm not sure but we'll see!

[angienewton]

Alaina, that sounds great. Yea you definitely should limit the freebies and start getting paid for sponsored reviews, giveaways, etc. As for the digital magazine, that will be great for selling sponsored spots too.

Looking forward to seeing how it all unfolds for you!

[Lynn Terry]

Loving your enthusiasm, Alaina!

I agree with Angie. Also, there are some good resources that should prove helpful to you with your goals in my latest post at: http://www.clicknewz.com/5882/affiliate-niche/

[alecia48]

Lynn,

I am severely unhappy and embarrassed to say this but I'm spinning my wheels. I did not use the forum effectively or really often enough as I have many questions I have not found answers to. I live with fear and self doubt an have sabotaged my self once again. I really need your help in 2013 to brainstorm and make changes.

[Lynn Terry]

Don't be embarrassed. You're certainly not alone! ;-) Come into the Private Forum area since you are an Elite Member and let me know what your questions are. I'll help you get back on the right track.

(If you're not sure where to post in the Private Forum, just post anywhere - I'll move it to the correct category if it needs to be. Don't let anything stop you. The community will chip in and help out!)

[angienewton]

Alecia,
Definitely let 2013 be YOUR year. You can do this. One step at a time!

[Pat]

I need a starting point, where I can follow a path that makes money. I just need to begin somewhere. Selling a product or whatever. Just something that brings in a cash flow where I can see a result. What would you recommend?

[Lynn Terry]

Welcome Pat

There's a 10-step checklist at the end of this post:
http://www.clicknewz.com/2343/how-to...for-beginners/

If that raises any questions, simply start a new thread here in the forum and we'll help you out!