18 Months Of Consistent Growth, 5-Digit Income And A Sustainable Business Model
What an amazing journey the past 18 months have been!
It still feels like yesterday. The time starts to sink in as I review my progress this month to make sure that I am being true to my vision and mission.
Getting to this juncture has not been easy and I do not expect it to get any easier for a while yet.
While my efforts are always being redirected, my focus remains intensely connected to my horizon.
From Ground-Zero to 5-Digit Income
Like everyone here, I started at ground zero.
Wealthy Affiliate (WA) was unknown to me in October 2019 when I took a risk and walked through the gate.
Within a week, I was a Premium member buried in the training and off the gate like a high-speed bullet.
I have not looked back, not even to see where the competition is at. That matters little to me.
The recognition came early that Affiliate Marketing was not a short-term income fix but rather a medium to long-term opportunity for building a passive online income.
Thankfully though, having (quite by chance) created a personal brand, I quickly leveraged that to gain short-term recognition and much-welcomed income across 8 income streams.
A WA Ambassador for 9 Months
Last night I realised that I have been a WA Ambassador for half of my time here at WA. Becoming an Ambassador so soon was not on the cards for me but I am thankful for the opportunity.
It is such a pleasure to give back and support our members in the way that I continue to be supported within our community.
It also gives me a lot of satisfaction to see one of my WA referrals, Hugh, climbing the Ambassador ranks and establishing himself as a true WA Ambassador and supporter.
You know you have played an effective role when your Referral becomes better than you. 🙂
I am so very proud of you, Hugh!
A Strengthened Business Model
Yesterday, I committed to investing in myself and my online business even further. It was a major decision as I had a written goal to position myself there in 2022.
However, nothing happens before its time and everything happens at exactly the right time.
Cassi Of Troy is fast becoming recognised as a brand on its own with the power to influence, promote, coach and mentor.
I am moving on to capitalise on this and invest the next 6 months into scaling even further.
The possibilities are endless and exciting.
A very special thank you to Roy for his confidence and support in helping me to make this decision.
The value of our WA community goes way beyond the training and time that we spend here.
Do Not Limit Yourself
The most powerful thing I have learned here at WA is that online possibilities are infinite.
The only limitation is YOU.
Today, as a testimony to what is possible, I encourage you - implore you - to give it your all. You have paid to be here.
Make sure that you get your money's worth - and then some!
Have a productive day.
Cassi
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What an amazing journey in 18 months! Congratulations Cassi. You're one of the exemplars in the WA community who is a testimony to the fruits of one's labour. Clearly you also chose your mentee very well and he's learned from one of the best! He's really not too shabby! 😁
Keep on keeping on....Best wishes!
Maria
You are right, Maria.
My mentee is not too shabby at all. 😂
That means you are in VERY good hands.
Thank you very much for your kind sentiments.
I look forward to following your continued success also.
Cassi
Some of the distinguishing hallmarks about a true Mentor is that they exude confidence, their actions are leading examples, the valuable insights they make strike a deep chord within you, they possess the knowledge you can truly tap into and they have a unique and sobering perspective.
I have been honoured to call you my Mentor Cassi because you exhibit all these qualities and more. From the first time you ushered my pathway into WA I have always felt your encouragement, allowing me to find my way yet always being there if I needed a helping hand. Your example has been nothing short of stellar.
I continue to wish you great success as you continue your meteoritic rise and hope that my own journey will continue to make you proud.
Always
Hugh
Hugh, it's Saturday morning.
I should be teary-eyed from the pepper in my oxtail and cowheel soup, not from such heartfelt words. 🤗
You have greatness in you.
It is evident now by thousands around the world who have never experienced the joy of physically meeting you.
Let me repeat that.
You have greatness in you.
It is evident now by thousands around the world who have never experienced the joy of physically meeting you.
Just think about what will happen when they DO have the benefit of a physical connection.
Why am I saying that?
Because, in the world that you and I come from, we have been conditioned by some VERY limiting beliefs and behaviours.
WA has shown me that our culture is yet to TRULY understand what it is to live in and with a powerful community.
You are here now and you WILL go much, MUCH further.
I see it.
I feel it.
I KNOW it.
Keep learning, sharing, giving, understanding and connecting.
Then step up and high and own your place in the world.
I will ALWAYS be proud of you! 🤗
Thank you so very much.
Cassi
PS: With your permission, I would like to quote your feedback, please.
Cassi, I am extremely honoured to be someone for you to turn to in your decisions. I have followed your journey since I became a WA member myself, and has always turned to your blog posts, tutorials and advice here at WA, and on your websites. It is so good to be able to "Pay-it-Forward" back to you 😊.
The decision you made a few days ago, is going to lift your venture into another "dimension" and I feel that it is the perfect thing for you to do at this moment in time.
The inspiration from your journey has been a crucial cornerstone of my own journey in online marketing. And has, as your journey has started to shift a bit into the coaching and mentor niche for me.
I think one of the things to highlight from your blog post, Cassi, is that we are not on this journey alone. it is important to build a team to succeed. Brendon Burchard has a very good podcast episode about the importance of your team.
I would also send kudos to Hugh. His contributions to the WA community is huge, and his blog post carries tons of value.
Roy
Roy, t is because of you and your referral that I "side-stepped" and found another game-changing community.
This was not on my cards for 2021, but clearly, the student is ready.
That is when the teacher appears. 🙂
I am even more confident now that my foundation has been laid and can withstand the challenges that will come as I scale faster and higher.
We will continue to all this journey together.
Of that, I am certain.
Thank you - from the bottom of my heart.
Cassi
Thanks, Cassi. This is a very motivational post. You are correct our only limitation is ourselves. We can decide what, and how we will do, and how much for how long.
WA is a great place and I love the community, but it is easy to fall into the trap of being part of the community at the expense of actually getting ahead.
Alex
Alex, you have summed it up well:
"WA is a great place and I love the community, but it is easy to fall into the trap of being part of the community at the expense of actually getting ahead."
At some point, you have to break away from the pack to succeed, even if it means walking forward alone.
So good to hear from you.
Cassi
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Very motivational. What a wonderful read. It is stories like this that spur me on. We all have the ability to be just like Cassi and keep pushing towards our goals. Although I have come to realise that, for me, the journey is just as important. Everyday I try to do one more thing that will add value for my readers.
That is the best approach to building your business, Stephen.
Keep focusing on your visitors.
Build your business for their User Experience.
Thank you for your very kind words.
Cassi