It's a matter of constant inspiration

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When I first enrolled in WA a year and a half ago, I had big dreams of becoming an online entrepreneur and making money online seemed very reachable when I stumbled on this platform and I was really excited about the fact that I had found a REAL place that could make this happen.

Then life got in the way, and if you take a look at my other blog post from February of this year “I’m back baby” I was taken away from this wonderful platform for a long period of time for all kinds of personal reasons, one of them being that I was a little discouraged of the slow progress I was making. But that spark that I had lighted when I first joined was still there, so I never cancelled my premium membership.

Fast forward to today. I have almost completed the certification courses, and I have a decent website up and running, but I have no traffic... The main reason being that I don't post enough content...I know (and learned this through the certification courses) that we have to post quality content often, with the right keywords, to drive traffic to your website and therefore, the more posts, the better ranking and eventually the traffic will show up.

Even though I truly believe in my niche, I find it hard to post often, mostly due to a "lack of inspiration" and also the fact that I have a full time job (Hey we have to pay the bills right?), so my time is limited.

As I was contemplating to determine what to do when I completed my certification, I thought that the natural thing to do was to start the Affiliate Bootcamp. So I checked out that black icon on the left side. I had been in there a couple of time a while back, but I thought that I wasn’t ready for it, because I had not finished the Certification courses, and I should finish my courses and get my niche website going first.

Well, after looking at the numbers (affiliate commissions) of the Affiliate Bootcamp for the premium members, and also the fact that I now know Wealthy Affiliate well enough to promote all of the benefits and unsurpassed training and support of this wonderful community and platform, I think I should have started there instead of the other way around! I'm certain that IF, a year and half ago, I would have started the Affiliate Bootcamp, I would be making money from my online business today!

I am NOT saying that the certification isn’t worth the time and effort, it really is, and the content in the courses are the best. I really learned a lot. I had a website prior to being a member of WA, but it did not compare to what I have accomplished on my website within the Certification Courses.

However, now that I have seen the potential of developing a website promoting Wealthy Affiliates, I just realized that if I shift more of my efforts there instead, I know that I have a lot better chance of monetizing a website a lot sooner than later. Wealthy Affiliate is always updating, and there is always something new to blog about.

It’s a matter of constant inspiration.

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Hello, Denis, Your comments above reflect very closely my experience and frustrations with trying to make some money at this business. I'm in the same position you are and it gives me an added boost of confidence that if you can fight through the feelings of doubt, that I can to. Thank you for the very reflective thoughts and know that they mean a lot to me. Continued success to both of us as we grow. I'd like to know what website you are using to promote WA so I can look at it. Cordially, David

Hi David,

I actually bought my domain, but have yet to start the affiliate boot camp, so I haven't got my website up and running yet. Again because of lack of time, I am behind on my schedule, but I will get there eventually! I am not giving up! If I could work at this 12 hours a day I would, but it's impossible right now, so I do what I can with the little time left in a day! Thank you for your kind words! I also wish you success as you grow!

It does take constant inspiration, that is true. When I feel a little overwhelmed, I just go to my email account and take a god look at the subject lines of the WA emails. I open a few and get back into it, regardless of what I have going on, otherwise.

Glad that you have found a way to reenergize Denis. As you mentioned, the boot camp is a great thing to monetize and the plus side to it is that you are very familiar with it. I know you will do well with it moving forward.
Jerome

Thank you for the kind words, Jerome. I am really psyched up for the boot camp!

This is inspiring for me. I knew nothing (and still very little) about building a website. Or even computers for that matter. Once I finish the Certification Course I'm pretty sure my next stop will be Boot Camp. Especially after hearing here that it is a big help.

Thanks Denis!!! Rock-on!!

It was the natural way for me to go. Bootcamp seems to be an amazing opportunity. Let's keep on keeping on together!. :)

Well only you know what is best for you...but I also struggled with my niche...no real passion..so I started the Bootcamp and am doing much better.. providing the direction I need. Hope it works for you. Debbie



I'm glad that you kinda reinforced my thoughts, even though I still have a great passion for my niche, it will take time for it to become a leader in the field, so Bootcamp will keep me going till I get there with my niche. There is always room for improvement on any project we take on, we just have to be PERSISTENT! Cheers! :)

Well, I don't know the answer either on what is better. Certification or Bootcamp? Or both together?

I think they both have​ their own advantages. :)

You've planted the seeds, and watering it regularly, soon it will be harvested and when the 'Money' tree is formed you will enjoy the 'fruits' of your efforts, BUT it is a process, so stray strong, be Patient and don't 'Branch' off.

I am in the right place to stay strong. A wise man once said to me that "nobody ever achieves great success on his own", well here at WA we are all in it for the same thing and we are all part of this great community that is unmatched anywhere else on the web, so promoting it will be easy... I will continue to work on my niche patiently, so I don't think that doing the Bootcamp is branching off, it's the natural path to take once Certification is finished right? Thank you for your kind words!
Cheers! :)

Constant inspiration id the best money tree water you can get out of a hose Denis!

Yes Mike, and it's not too late to get the water flowing. I'm really psyched now!! :)

Good morning. I think you have the right idea. Keep going.

That's what I intend to do! :)

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