Comments on: Making Money Online SUCKS!!

By: Leslie Samuel

Leslie Samuel — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:32:22 +0000

Thanks for your feedback Bob. Glad to know that you are enjoying the podcast and other content from my blog. What you said is exactly what I’ve been trying to accomplish.

Wishing you all the best with your internet marketing efforts. Stay tuned for more great content.

By: Bob OToole

Bob OToole — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:28:58 +0000

Hi Leslie,
I found your blog post to be refreshing. “People are your key to success” is one of the simplest-but most important rules to live by.

I subscribe to your podcast and blog to learn about developing web marketing skills from somone who makes this process accessible and easy to understand. I was not surprised to learn that you are a teacher. I hope my grandkids-I’m a few years older than you are- are lucky enough to have a biology teacher with your combination of teaching skills and passion for the subject.
Bob O’Toole
youragingparents.net

By: Leslie Samuel

Leslie Samuel — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 13:10:44 +0000

Ahh man, I know how that is. My dad was in a hospital in Colombia in May and I had to drop everything and go down there to spend a month taking care of him. That definitely makes balance more complicated. I wish you all the best!

By: George

George — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 13:07:33 +0000

Comments all well taken. I’ve been self employed for many years and I know all about balance (still trying to find it) and right now I am balancing too many things. I am in the middle of something similar to Yaro right now (Mom had a stroke) and that is a job in itself. Balance tends to go out the window when a loved one is sick. I’m putting that first (which is why I haven’t kept up with everything) which I suppose means I am balancing things properly? Very difficult.

Thanks for all your comments and I’ll keep following.
BTW it’s “piquing” curiosity.

By: Josh

Josh — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 08:36:48 +0000

I lick your lucky concept man. otherwise am just in article marketing now. not website monetization though your lessons are very practical and real!

By: Leslie Samuel

Leslie Samuel — Sun, 31 Jul 2011 05:29:13 +0000

Very true. Balance is what it all boils down to. I agree with you fully Patrick

By: Patrick

Patrick — Sat, 30 Jul 2011 18:04:59 +0000

It’s about having “BALANCE” in your life. If you are too focused on one thing (money), other important things in your life will suffer (health, family, spiritual).

By: Leslie Samuel

Leslie Samuel — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 01:53:00 +0000

Yep, it’s always good to remind ourselves that. Thanks for the comment. Wishing you all the best with your online pursuits

By: Joy

Joy — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 01:50:00 +0000

A very nice reminder Leslie why I got into this business-to make a better future for my family-, and not to ignore them along the way.
As you say it is so easy to sit in front of this computer and pour my heart and soul into it but if I am letting my life drift on past while I am doing that, is it worth it? Definitely not.
Cheers
Joy

By: Leslie Samuel

Leslie Samuel — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 16:16:00 +0000

Glad to know that you identified with this post. It’s something I keep having to remind myself too

By: Duke198283

Duke198283 — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 16:09:00 +0000

Beautiful. How many times I’ve felt this way. To many things to get done, to many passwords, numbers, places to be, events, gotta get this all done by……..Forgetting who and what matters. Thanks for the reminder.

By: Gary A. Parenti

Gary A. Parenti — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 12:36:00 +0000

Hey Leslie,

I’ve thought about this for a long time.
This has been how I have tried to be
with my Family even before I began
to Blog.Thanks for sharing this with
all of us.

Gary,

By: Dwight

Dwight — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 15:59:00 +0000

Solid advice Leslie, too bad many people online didn’t take this advice from the beginning. It could save alot of time and reach success online faster.

Dwight Anthony
Financially Elite Blog dot Com

By: Saif

Saif — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 17:12:00 +0000

Remember, “at the end of your life, you can’t take your money with you. But your character can live on in the hearts and minds of others”. What a nice sentence.
I can believe that money should not be the only target of our life and of course it is not the final target to which we are approaching. Money is only a channel we are adopting to approach to something. When this channel is important for approaching to the goal then money is important. If we want to judge our position in a competition, we should not look always to the people running faster than us. There are some people behind us who can not reach us. Let us Strengthen your hands for your good mission to educate the needy, look for a while behind us and try to help those who struggle to reach the winners.
Thank you very much. You are great.

By: Leslie, The Freebie Guy

Leslie, The Freebie Guy — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 14:56:00 +0000

Wow Sarah,

It’s great when people contact you to let you know that what you are doing is helping. It makes you feel like all the hard work was worth it. Keep it up.

Also, I’m glad you can identify with this article. Making money online is definitely not worth your marriage. That’s something I try to constantly remind yourself.

All the best in your pursuit for balance!

By: Leslie, The Freebie Guy

Leslie, The Freebie Guy — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 13:59:00 +0000

Glad I can peak your curiosity Audrey

I agree with you. It’s great to be able to do something you are passionate about.

All the best!

By: Leslie, The Freebie Guy

Leslie, The Freebie Guy — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 13:58:00 +0000

Hi James,

I’m glad you have found value in the training. Actually, I no longer own CaliStyle101. I’ve moved on from the Freebie Industry for a number of reasons.

Now, I focus on building my business and helping others do the same. The great thing about internet marketing is that you don’t need an office or anything like that. All you need is a computer, internet connection and some time.

All the best with what you are doing!

By: Sarah Leather

Sarah Leather — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 10:44:00 +0000

Fab article. I am also at this for a long time- but my first eBook is comming out next week & although I am exhausted from all the late nights writing & researching & am nearly divorced from my internet marketing obsession(!) I can see where I am going. Also I feel so blessed to work in my niche (fertility)- yesterday 2 people contacted me to say that my blog was helping them with their baby making dreams.
Thanks for the encouragement.
Sarah Leather

By: Audrey

Audrey — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 02:59:00 +0000

Enjoyed the article and liked the title. It does make one a bit curious and whatever it takes to get people to open up your email and read through. What you say is so true. It is not all abouat the money (hopefully that will come along) but it has got t be about something you care about.
Thanks for all you do.

By: james plavsic

james plavsic — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 02:02:00 +0000

hi leslie thanks for the bootcamp and tutorials im still busy trying to eek out my rent for this little office i have will be applying your techniques soon i see how youve gained my trust and as an authority your lessons are YOU i get it thanks a million you give value jamie akaMONEYDON am looking to start in cali 101 if you own it do you ?

By: Leslie, The Freebie Guy

Leslie, The Freebie Guy — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 14:03:00 +0000

I’m glad it can have that affect on you Sunganani. All the best in your blogging efforts!

By: Sunganani

Sunganani — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 07:06:00 +0000

They say success leaves trails. Your post definitely helps me cement stuff I have compiled and learned over the past three years of my blogging career.

By: TomSedaya

TomSedaya — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 07:22:52 +0000

Nice headline — it catches my attention, huh! Anyway, I agree with your outlined tips. Thanks for this post — I learn something.

By: Leslie, The Freebie Guy

Leslie, The Freebie Guy — Mon, 10 May 2010 05:21:36 +0000

Thanks for checking out my blog Maria and glad you find value in it. It's a great idea to stick with what you are doing and perfecting it before moving on to something else. I wish you all the best with what you do.

By: Leslie, The Freebie Guy

Leslie, The Freebie Guy — Mon, 10 May 2010 05:20:20 +0000

Hi OceanTiara, thanks for your input. However, I would suggest something else. The problem isn't necessarily the trials. It's the terms of service and educating yourself about the offer. I've done MANY trials online and haven't had any negative experiences because I looked through the terms and then did my research about the product. Some of those services I've kept because they turned out to be very valuable.

So whatever you do online, make sure you fully evaluate and understand what you are doing. All the best.

By: OceanTiara

OceanTiara — Mon, 10 May 2010 05:04:18 +0000

Good Advice Guy!
Hey I have a tip for everyone too…it goes like this..don't, I repeat, don't buy stuff as trials online, like free trails thinking they are not going to charge your card that very day because they DO! Magic Jack did that to me and now I am worried that my rent check is going to bounce, see?
I can't be homeless again!

By: oceantiara

oceantiara — Mon, 10 May 2010 02:04:18 +0000

By: Leslie, The Freebie Guy

Leslie, The Freebie Guy — Mon, 10 May 2010 01:21:36 +0000

By: Leslie, The Freebie Guy

Leslie, The Freebie Guy — Mon, 10 May 2010 01:20:20 +0000

So whatever you do online, make sure you fully evaluate and understand what you are doing. All the best.

By: Maria

Maria — Fri, 07 May 2010 03:06:21 +0000

This is a year ago but still holds true today. Keep up the good work. I like your site. I haven't read your Cheatsheets yet because I'm not ready for it yet. I am finishing an ebay site to get in ebay. Hope to finish today. After this ebay thing, then, I create sites for google adsense, sites for clickbank with cpa's together. After I'll hit my target, I'll try your freebie cheatsheets. I hope to do this after 3 months, from now. Anyway, your email to me is not in vain. I am collecting them on one folder so that once I'm ready I'll read them.

By: Suzan

Suzan — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 02:04:58 +0000

Great article. I truly appreciate that this site and all that you do place ethics and personal values first. Rare these days, and much needed

By: UKcashbacker

UKcashbacker — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 10:08:33 +0000

Nice reality check Leslie, thanks. I'm about to go offline for a while due to a relocation and you know what? I'm actually kind of looking forward to forgetting about the Internet for a while!

By: Dave

Dave — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 20:59:26 +0000

As always, good stuff ! If the journey is 9/10th's of the reward, then I am proud to be taking the journey with you ! Keep up the good work, and remember your words and your lessons reach untold #,s of people you will never know about. May your rewards be as fullfilling to you, as your message is to me and many others. Thank you, for you !

By: Dave

Dave — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 19:59:26 +0000

By: Leslie

Leslie — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 22:36:36 +0000

Hi Dan, wow Dan, that’s a lot of money. But I do understand. I’ve spent (and lost) money in the past, so I hear ya. However, there are some things that you can do that don’t cost a bunch of money. The Freebie Industry is one of those where you can get in without a huge investment. I literally started with $3. So you can prove to yourself that it works. All the best in everything

By: Leslie, The Freebie Guy

Leslie, The Freebie Guy — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 22:36:00 +0000

By: Dan

Dan — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 20:35:00 +0000

Leslie, I’m sure your heart is in the right place. And I’m currently trying to get up and running in the freebie market. For the last 9 months my business has been dying a slow death. Being 58 years old and facing this problem has not been easy. So I went online to get a new and fun business going. You’re right is does suck ! In the last 6 months I ‘ve spent over $5,000.00 and really don’t have much to show for it . It really is a shame that the so called guru’s aren’t better teachers instead of a bunch of bottom feeders. You know real training happens when your clients learn and change. Lasting change. I recently read a report that said 85% of all online business is a rip off. What a shame. Anyway here I am trying to work the freebie business. Maybe this will work. Who knows !

By: Dan

Dan — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 16:35:00 +0000

By: Bobbi

Bobbi — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 20:37:33 +0000

Thanks for the reminder! It’s very easy for me to get ‘unbalanced’ with all the new things I’m learning about marketing and promoting, the future is very exciting! I’m a single empty-nester so I can literally sit here as many hours as there are in a day; but that’s BAD for me.

Thanks again.

By: Bobbi

Bobbi — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 20:37:00 +0000

Thanks again.

By: Esther

Esther — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 22:22:52 +0000

I agree with you that, we need to be disciplined to set aside time for what is really important not just spending time on the computer but to make time for our friends and love ones too.

By: Esther

Esther — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 18:22:00 +0000

I agree with you that, we need to be disciplined to set aside time for what is really important not just spending time on the computer but to make time for our friends and love ones too.

By: Guy Lachapelle

Guy Lachapelle — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 19:46:19 +0000

Leslie,

this is a great article and at the right moment. I only found out about freebie trading on March 3rd, 2009 (almost a month ago) and have been spending alot of time trying to learn, get things set up, etc. I have been spending far too much time in front of the computer trying to be successful at this freebie trading. Setting a plan of next tasks to focus on is key because it is very easy to have your attention diverted with things such as other money making opportunities, reading the forum, etc…

Also, setting a schedule in terms of how much time to spend online working on freebie trading is something I need to do as well – Need to ensure I don’t neglect other parts of my life.

Thanks for a well timed article.

By: Guy Lachapelle

Guy Lachapelle — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 15:46:00 +0000

Leslie,

Also, setting a schedule in terms of how much time to spend online working on freebie trading is something I need to do as well – Need to ensure I don’t neglect other parts of my life.

Thanks for a well timed article.

By: connie plemmons

connie plemmons — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 04:02:17 +0000

Leslie, I love this article, I have found myself spending too much time on the computer to make money & putting my family aside, when I get frustrated & guilty enough about that, then I just give up my online goals as they seem so out of reach, I thank you for this article this is something i am going thru currently, & this really helped, as it applies to my christian beliefs as well, & brings me back to a life of balance & rememberance of love for others, thanks so much, connie

By: J

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 01:46:34 +0000

“Don’t wear yourself out trying to get rich. Be wise enough to know when to quit. In the the blink of an eye wealth disappears, for it will sprout wings and fly away like and eagle.” Proverbs 23:4-5

I only know about this moment, and in this moment the stars have aligned and all is good. I feel as though I am in the place I am meant to be. – FreedomOwl

Thank you for the healty reminder that we all should remember about building up riches in heaven.

By: connie plemmons

connie plemmons — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 23:02:00 +0000

By: J

Tue, 24 Feb 2009 20:46:00 +0000

I only know about this moment, and in this moment the stars have aligned and all is good. I feel as though I am in the place I am meant to be. – FreedomOwl

Thank you for the healty reminder that we all should remember about building up riches in heaven.

By: Edie

Edie — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 23:08:21 +0000

I remember the popular motivational speaker, Les Brown, once said regarding money that, “it’s important that it not be important.”
That idea has stayed with me for years.
For the past 3 years, I have been a temp looking for full-time work.
I have recently had the good fortune of working with an extended contract. Unfortunately, current economic conditions have forced them to invoke a hiring freeze and I will be out of work again in May.
If I had been working in a permanent full-time position, I probably would not spend my free time pursuing online money-making opportunities such as freebie trading but knowing that my tenure and income are finite has forced me to acknowledge my immediate financial vulnerabilities and I find my focus is quite often geared towards my earning goals… a steady income would be nice.
Having said that, I must also admit that it’s important to me now to find a balance and continue to contribute to society by helping others because the danger of making money important is that if all that one values is lost, the emotional upheaval can be catastrophic.
I try to keep in mind that there are many that are far worse off than myself.

By: Edie

Edie — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 23:08:00 +0000

By: Fran

Fran — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 04:18:45 +0000

Hey,
Great article. The part you said about giving is so important. Giving and receiving are the great circle of life. On an energetic level, the more you give the more you receive OR the more you receive the more you give. You have to keep things in motion.
Fran

By: Fran

Fran — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 23:18:00 +0000

By: Ann

Ann — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 03:16:11 +0000

Yes, as you say, it is very easy to become so wrapped up in the world of internet business that one can lose sight of what is lasting and important in life. All that is left of us here when the body dies is the impact we’ve had on others. Guess we must decide in what way we’d like to be remembered, and act accordingly! But as you’ve also said in that quote, we will only HEAR anything at the point that we are ready and able to process it. Thanks for voicing a really valuable observation, Leslie – after all Now is the only time we are guaranteed.

By: Ann

Ann — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 22:16:00 +0000

By: Jynifer @ FLR

Jynifer @ FLR — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:58:18 +0000

Oh my gosh, talk about hitting the nail on the head. I have so been saying this week, okay, I have gotten one ref and I have been here in front of this computer day and night for the last 4 days solid. Well, today, I got out and went Christmas shopping FINALLY. I do not have my tree up yet, that is going to be done by nightfall tomorrow. I have been sick with the flu,but honestly, sitting here in front of this thing is not going to make money start seaping thru the keyboard. Thank you for nailing me on the head Leslie. I love your stuff. Keep it coming fella.

JYn

By: Jynifer @ FLR

Jynifer @ FLR — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 02:58:00 +0000

JYn

By: Leslie

Leslie — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 01:57:35 +0000

Hey Chaz, stop trying to make me feel good, lol. I appreciate working with you too.

By: Leslie, The Freebie Guy

Leslie, The Freebie Guy — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 01:57:00 +0000

Hey Chaz, stop trying to make me feel good, lol. I appreciate working with you too.

By: Leslie

Leslie — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 01:56:25 +0000

Yes Larry, balance is the key thing. So you are starting an IFW? Just make sure to add a nice twist to it so that you can set it apart from the rest. I wish you all the best with it.

By: Leslie, The Freebie Guy

Leslie, The Freebie Guy — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 01:56:00 +0000

Yes Larry, balance is the key thing. So you are starting an IFW? Just make sure to add a nice twist to it so that you can set it apart from the rest. I wish you all the best with it.

By: Larry

Larry — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 14:49:24 +0000

This article is full of real truisms. It is a timely read for me as I am just starting with IFW’s and have been concentrating too hard at the risk of not doing other things (family,etc.). I will now get back in balance. The IFW program allows us to stay in balance. It is so important to work at helping others instead of just “getting more money.” Thank you for sharing these thoughts.

By: Larry

Larry — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 14:49:00 +0000

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By: Chaz P

Chaz P — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 21:45:33 +0000

I must say I began working with Leslie and every chance I get I try to learn as much as I can from him. He’s experienced, knowledgeable, and very patient. I cant think of a better person to lead me to more money through freebies. I hope to work with Leslie for a long time !
….btw making money online sucks lol jk

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Chaz P — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 21:45:00 +0000

By: Aaron

Aaron — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 06:12:12 +0000

You are so right on this topic. Money is only a tool. It will not make you Happy (although it sure helps). I heard a story onetime ( A millionaire on his deathbed, when asked what he wanted for his last wish, was not to be with his countless millions of dollars. But to be with his Family and friends.

I’ve heard the above quote before, although a little different. Success happens when opportunity meets preparedness. Either way you look at it, you must be prepared for the opportunities that come your way.

By: Aaron

Aaron — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 06:12:00 +0000

By: Robin

Robin — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 17:43:16 +0000

Very good article Leslie! I so agree that the mind-set of helping others is so important. You are also right that you can’t take the money with you! But you can hopefully have left a place on someone’s heart!
It is so important to ‘grow’, to be ready to change if need be. Research, learn, grow and be ready for the golden opportunity.
If you just stick to what you’re doing (and it’s not working) and are not willing to learn, to take a chance, you will get nowhere. If you are not willing to help the other person, that also will get you nowhere!

By: Robin

Robin — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 17:43:00 +0000