Stroll down memory lane

[Erich]

I looked back on my website archives and tax returns the other day and noticed I previously earned income from all the following:

Top Secrets,
HotYellow98,
Outsource 2000,
Jobsonline,
Ignifuge,
MintMail,
SendMoreInfo,
Savings Hwy,
All Advantage,
WorldShare,
FlipDog,
Wildfire Co-op,
Cognigen,
Fortune 5000
MailOrderWork,
Websponsors,
Newbie Club,
SmartMallBuddy,
CyberJunky,
Better Universe,
Full Circle Success,
Mindspring,
Host4Profit,
Lifeforce,
EccomerceStrategies,
MyPowerMall,
Affiliate Fuel,
Mint Jobs,
KeystrokesForCash,
Peak Impact,
Process Rebates,
Moms Exec,
TrafficPayouts,
DataEntry Made Easy,
IMC,
Leadersclub,
Empowerism,
Medical Transcriptionist

These are just the ones I could find quickly... Most of you probably haven't heard of some of these. However, they all looked good when I reviewed them for potential income.

A couple of these overlap but still aren't paying me today

Here are webpages of mine from 1998 and 2000
web.archive.org/web/19981212013006/www.business-opportunity.net/ web.archive.org/web/20000304152559/www.business-opportunity.net/

I was making good residual income from all of the above at one time or another and now they are either out of business, or my referrals quit working for them, or the company switched to another program and are not paying me for the referrals I sent them.

Of the ones that are out of business... most lasted at least 2-3 yrs.

I don't want to should like a cynic but I hope all of you think about your potential income possibilites [long term] the next time a new start up comes to your attention

Erich

[meldave]

Erich,

I agree any good business person should take everthing into consideration when looking into another business venture. It is a good business move.

Mel and Dave

[mcomo]

Yes, I agree with all that's been said, but you cannot stop trying and looking. My experience is that all you need is a few good ones out of all the bad ones to be successful. Frankly, the size of the list does not surprise me though. One area I think is very important is staying in touch with where the over all "work at home" market place is heading. It's a very dynamic area. What works today may not work as well next year. The main thing I always say is enjoy the journey, because it sure is fun.

mcomo

[Nancy]

I agree completely Michael. I am constantly upgrading my websites to reflect what is selling today. Programs that did well for me three months ago are now not selling, so it is time for a change.

Funny thing is though, Erich, at one time I looked into about 5 of those you have listed. Never joined though.

Nancy

[Erich]

Dec 11, 2009 19:27:35 GMT -5 Nancy said:

Funny thing is though, Erich, at one time I looked into about 5 of those you have listed. Never joined though.

Nancy

Smart moves...

Erich

[Erich]

Even though I'm disappointed that I haven't found that one company with the product that sells itself and makes money for a good number of newbies... I don't have many regrets. I've earned nearly 3 million dollars over the years and have been able to provide well for my family. It's been one heck of a ride and I've enjoyed most all of it. However, now I believe it's time to pretty much watch [from the sidelines] as you young guys and gals make your way...

Erich

[mcomo]

Erich,

You got two blessings. One you helped a whole lot of others, that had no idea what they were doing, put together an online website. You made what you believed to be the right choices at the time and your second blessing was making three million dollars. It just goes to show you that the best way to succeed is by helping others be successful.

mcomo

Dec 12, 2009 8:35:08 GMT -5 Erich said:

Even though I'm disappointed that I haven't found that one company with the product that sells itself and makes money for a good number of newbies... I don't have many regrets. I've earned nearly 3 million dollars over the years and have been able to provide well for my family. It's been one heck of a ride and I've enjoyed most all of it. However, now I believe it's time to pretty much watch [from the sidelines] as you young guys and gals make your way...

Erich