the secret to getting rich

Somebody at a forum asked this most asked question:

How do I become rich?

If there is any single formula to getting rich, then we would have eradicated global poverty a long time ago. The fact that the world is still saddled by problems related to poverty only means that the answer to the question remains a puzzle. Those who have made it---Bill Gates, Oprah Winfrey, Donald Trump seem to have one thing in common---PASSION which they had pursued and are still pursuing.

Many realize too late after doing their work for 25 years that their work is not really their passion thus they have remained stagnant.

Passion is what drives a person to do something in an extra special way. It is loving what one is doing and doing what one loves to do. One cannot but succeed if one pursues his or her passion. What is your passion? Is it cooking? teaching? writing? speaking? drawing? singing? Discover it and go after it. There is no way that you can go wrong with this. It could be the answer to this most asked question--how do I become rich?

wanna earn monthly from Google?

Websites or weblogs which display Google adsense need to work hard to increase traffic if they look forward to earning monthly from it.

Google only sends payout it your income for any month reaches $100 and this means a daily ad earnings of $3.50.

If your site or blog earns $3.50 per day from ads, then you get a little over a hundred dollars earnings per month. But why aim for only a hundred when other people have proven that it is possible to earn a lot, lot more! How? Again, I give the same answer: more and more traffic.

hypnosis as the answer to problems (a review)

I was hypnotized when I got into this site because there is just a lot in it. After clicking on one of the articles I was redirected to a page with several topics on hypnosis---hypnosis for stage fright, hypnosis for health problems as well as marital issues. It sounds incredible but I was there and I saw everything with my own two eyes. I was so convinced that I immediately signed up as an affiliate for the program. If you are interested to also earn by being an affiliate to this program, just give this a click.

Surfing the site is easy but you just need to have plenty of time in your hands to be able to see everything, for it has loads of helpful information that are beneficial to everyone.

Design/layout: Very good. It looks businesslike and professional. The header is especially welcoming and upbeat.

Content: Excellent, well-written articles. You'd love going back to the site for them.Those seeking to earn from their blogs or sites should consider this site. I only have two thumbs so I can only say, two thumbs up for Wendy and her team!

Rating: 9.5 I don't believe in perfection. Only God, they say, is perfect and I likewise think that there should always be room and space for growth.

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how're things between e-bay and Google?

News was out very recently that a rift happened between e-bay, one of Google's top advertiser, and Google, the world's number one search engine giant. The friction was a result of one of the two parties' scheduling a launch party on the same time and day that e-bay was having its own party. It seems like one or the other was sending the wrong message that resulted in the pull-out of e-bay from Google's advertising account. According to the news e-bay brings in huge advertising revenues to Google and its pullout could hurt Google's income.

On the other hand, Google has launched a new product or service that offers another paying option to advertisers but which does not directly affect Paypal. More details of this new service will be up soon.

an entirely different blog

One of those blogs submitted for review on this site is a blog by a lesbian who is an American living in Europe and had started this blog since March of this year, making it to its 3rd month now.

Header: Multi-colored, the use of several colors in the header is reflective of the colorful lifestyle of the blogger which is evident in the content of her blog entries. I should say it is relevant to its content and could not have chosen a better one than this.

Lay-out/design: Clean, easy to navigate. I find it ironical that the background of this lesbian blog is a predominantly pink, something that is least expected of someone who "feels" more male than female, at least in the romantic sense of the word.

Content: Good only for mature readers but for young readers, no, I wouldn't advise them to tread this path. The blogger's writing style is excellent and for a 3-month-old blog I think this blog is something to reckon with. Since the time it started the blogger has been faithfully updating her blog, bringing in something new each time. One revelation that sticks out in this blog is the fact that the writer does not just go for any woman. Much emphasis is given to what she's got up there between her ears. She wants 'em SMART to ever get close to her idea of a desirable woman.

Over-all, I think it's worth a read and a visit but then again, I wouldn't recommend this to young visitors.

Rating: 9 Keep it up!

50 blogs

Fifty blogs by one person? Did I get this right?

A friend's blog gave me this info that he is coming up with 50 blogs. OMG! That would be like not getting any sleep anymore from all the updating and promoting work you have to do. Right now I am trying to make 4 blogs updated and honestly, it isn't like a breeze. Even the minds of geniuses could sometimes go blank or experience some drought moments that no matter how hard you try, nothing drips. Or is it a matter of practice? Which leads me to the next question and which I hope my friend Dale will come across to answer.

Does the quantity of your blogs spell additonal revenues? Let's say you got your 50 blogs to update and in each of these you have set up ads by Google the income of which all goes to your single account. Does this actually lead to increase your earnings? I would like to hear from those who have the opened many blogs. Are you getting enough revenues from them collectively?

my last e-gold transaction

I got my 3rd Mylot earnings just this morning and in fairness to pgx, this transaction was the fastest compared to the two previous payouts. Credit should go to the rep of pgx, a guy named Santi who made everything possible. Well, just when things are starting to get easier, we are forced by circumstances to make a change from e-gold to Moneybookers. Based on the feedback of those who had tried using Moneybookers, they say it is user-friendly, a lot easier than e-gold. We will have to see about that.

I have started signing up with Moneybrokers but could not continue because there was one field that needed info from our bank. Anyways, after we get and type in the code needed, it is hoped that transacting with Moneybookers would be as easy as ABC. I will see about this.

everything is given FREE

Software Giveaway is doing just that---gives you free downloads on everything you need to make your internet experience more enjoyable and fast.

A quick visit to the site will give you an idea as to where you can get your internet updates for free. You can download specific software that will improve the speed of your internet.

At a glance the blog gives you a combination of blue and yellow which gives it a sort of masculine look. I learned when I went to its archives that this site is quite new in the game so it could use some traffic from those of you who drop by to visit here.

In spite of its novelty, I can see the promise of this blog because of the uniqueness or newness of its service. But its best feature is the stuff that it is giving away FOR FREE.

bring in the money

There are some cultures which have interesting beliefs pertaining to money. This is particularly true in many parts of Asia. We attach many beliefs and symbols associated to money. Anyway, you don't lose anything if you follow any of these. I am trying to remember as many beliefs I could think of in order for people to know if they are in synch with them. If so, it could mean wealth and prosperity to the family or person. Here are some of the beliefs---take 'em or leave them.



1. red wallet -- one famous celebrity who is raking in millions per month said that she has been using red wallets to hold her money. This actress believes that a "red wallet" brings in money. Whether this is the secret to her wealth or not, everybody knows that she is the country's highest taxpayer.



2. dotted dress or outfit -- wearing one during New year's Day will bring in lots of money. The dots here stand for money.



3. coins and rice --- in transferring to a new house, it is said to be good to sprinkle a mixture of coins and rice in every corner of the house---coins and rice symbolize wealth and prosperity.



4. a diamond-shaped line in your palms means that money comes in easy for you --- A palm reader said that this could indicate great forthcoming wealth for the person. Start searching for diamond lines in your palms now.

5. non-stop flow of water --- If you dream of water flowing non-stop it could mean two things--- money coming in fast and making a quick exit

6. brown butterfly --- If you get visited by a brown butterfly, that could mean the arrival of money

7. wedding dance --- In one culture, the pinning of cash during the wedding dance of the newly-wed couple means economic prosperity for the couple

I am sure there are other beliefs similar to the above. If you know of one or two, please share them here.

saving tips

The prices of gasoline and diesel are going up again and when this happens, prices of commodities instantly take the same course. We the consumers are left wondering how our incomes for this period will be able to take us to the next payday. When you drive to work everyday the amount of money spent on gasoline can really hurt your pocket. For one who is bent in beating gas price hike, commuting could be the best alternative. Maybe at first you might try using public transport three times a week for a couple of months and making it daily after that. This can really mean big savings for you. Trips using your car should be planned and not done at the spur-of-moment because there is a lot of money wasted when you do this. Like for instance in going to the supermarket, doing it once a week can prove less costly compared to those who do it everyday. This is another way of saving money.

Dieting. I am not saying starving, but dieting could mean saving some money because much of our budget goes in buying expensive caloric food which is not good for the health. Cut down on certain food consumptions which in the end will prove harmful and more expensive to you. Here's a list of some food items you don't have to include in your grocery list:

1. sodas

2. greasy butter

3. cakes

4. candies

5. ice cream

6. chocolates

7. Nachos

8.other junk food

Sometimes we have the tendency to purchase stuff that we do not need. This holds true for food and other items. Be aware of what you buy, consider its benefits. Do you really need it? If not, don't put it in your cart. When your kid or someone is with you at the supermarket, he might slip in an item into the cart without your knowledge so try to check each item at the cashier's.

Save on power. Make it a habit to switch off all unused lights or appliances. You can also require all members of the family to do the same. Sometimes power is wasted because for instance a fan is on and no one is there, this could mean money wasted for all you know.

Check on water leaks. See to it that your water pipes do not have leaks because you could be paying for water that gets wasted because of this. Recycle water. Water used for washing clothes can be recycled to clean the toilet or water the plants. Water is money. Remember this each time you waste it, you are actually wasting money.

So basically our hard-earned money goes to these four major areas: food, gas, power, water. Limit, diet, recycle, plan, commute---all these techniques spell SAVINGS.

blog catch: onlinetop5

As promised, I will be featuring one blog a week on this corner and our blog catch for this week is onlinetop5 owned by one of my friends at Mylot. A visit to the site gave me information of value especially for people like me who want to find some good paying sites online. This is actually a very new blog hosted by blogger.

The blog owner is sharing with us his top 5 moneymaking sites, some tips on how to augment one's income on them, as well as honest information as to the things he does not like about these sites.

The template is very simple, no attempt was done by the owner to give it a more personalized look, and the background is quite dark. All in all, I would like to say, that given more time I think the owner here will be able to make this site a much more visitable site in the future. To all those whose sites are scheduled for review, please find time to visit to read the short review. You just don't know what even short reviews like this can do to your site in terms of traffic.

wanna start your own business? here are 6 super start ups

According to the most recent statistics available from the Kauffman Foundation which tracks and promotes new entrepreneurs, an average of 464,000 adults create new businesses every month.

Starting a new business is complicated, risky and all-consuming and many of those who started barely make it big. 2/3 of new business survive at least 2 years, while only 44% survive at least 4 years. So if you're thinking of putting up your own business, think again. Consider the following before plunging into something you hardly know. This might save you from needless spending and overwork:

1. Determine if you're an entrepreneur or just a wannabe. What are the signs that you are one of these? If you are willing to take calculated risks, and you have a mix of optimism, high energy and an ability to live with ambiguity, then you're more like it. If you have that inclination to build something and you are prepared to wear many hats, one who is willing to change roles anytime from meeting with the chairman of the board, then back to the office to fix the toilet, then you're the guy who will most likely make it.

2. Pinpoint an opportunity. Begin with your interest, start with what you know and are most passionate about, then find an underlying need that's not been fully met.

3. Make sure there is a market for your idea. Talk to as many potential customers as you can.

4. Write a business plan. Determine the following:

What is your product or service?

Who are your customers? What are their needs? Are you able to address these needs? It is

time to turn your idea into a money-making venture.

5. Determine your business structure. You have 4 basic choices here: sole proprietorship, partnership, LLC (limited liability company), corporation

6. Look for funding. It is not a good idea to start dipping into your savings. You have nothing to fall back on should something will be amiss.

time lost is money lost

My two days had been a nightmare without the internet. It means wasted time and we know that lost time means money lost.

I wasn't able to achieve my daily goal at Mylot and missed to update my blogs for a couple of days. For me, this is very bad.

What happened was our pc had to be repaired and virus-scanned because it had been misbehaving and would not let us access the internet. It had to stay at the shop (Algorithm) for two days. When it finally came home, people in the house got busy with their online tasks too, so I had to wait again.

I am wondering until now how my pc got the virus which made internet access impossible. Sometimes it could hurt the gadget beyond repair. I am glad that our pc is now virus-free. It is extremely boring not to have your pc around. As many people often say, it is not just the money, but the community.

where do you get your referrals?

A number of users at Mylot had expressed their desire to have referrals but have no idea how. Here are suggestions or real places where you could get your referals:

1. immediate members of the family provided they are of majority age---I was able to get my son (inactive) and my sister who is now actively participating here (lucky me)

2. neighbors---those with internet is a must

3. friends--close, casual, online or offline

4. officemates

5.other forums

6. classmates (if you are a student)

7. your students (if you're a teacher)---I was able to get many here but they are no longer active

8. others

Even strangers or new acquaintances can become your referrals. When you meet friends, simply ask for their names and e-mail addresses and tell them that you are inviting them to join a discussion group. Remember to always give support to your referrals.

this week's blog feature: the vegan prince

Our first featured blog of the week has on its header the title in green "the vegan prince" - clean, symbolic, direct. A quick look at the blog will tell you that the blogger here knows what he is saying. He practices it and therefore has the authority to talk about a topic which he says has become a passion: pets and as a consequence, veganism.

The template is unique, it shows the creativity of the owner and the language is easy and not strained. The blog runs in pure white background which makes it easy on the eyes. One good thing about this blog is its daily update and you can never tell what he's cooking next. It could be about Oprah's show, about a movie, or beauty pageants - these make the blog more alive and updated as the readers are sometimes led to other more pressing issues that are worth your while. When the dust has subsided, after all has been said and done, the vegan prince goes back to his true passion--- his pets and veganism. You must be tired of reading almost the same rants and money talk in bloggerville. Try this new recipe.

blog catch of the week

How does it work?

Every week starting this week this blog will feature one weblog which is worthy of your visit. This week's catch is a promising vegan, pet, and beauty blog called http://markxander.blogspot.com It has all the ingredients of a good blog: good header, worthy reads, and relevant daily updates. This blog has already gained loyal followers because the writer here is writing about a passion he is not willing to compromise for anything.

How does one get featured here? Simple. Those who give comments with their url will automatically be visited and featured.

Do you have a blog you would like to share with everyone? Let us know about it. Leave your url here please with your comment.

Please note that on the upper right hand corner of this page you have a list of the blogs on schedule. The order is going to be from the bottom going up. Some of them gave their links or url at Mylot.

the least visited

Of all the four blogs I have, this one is the least visited based on the numbers that the counters show. What does this mean? It could mean many things actually:

1. People are tired of all this money talk that leads them nowhere.

2. Sites or blogs of this nature (money-making) are just too many. The market is saturated and there is no more room for one more.

3. People know everything there is to know about money.

4. People are no longer interested in money.

Whatever the reasons are, I respect them. People do get tired listening to the same hype over and over again. I was into that situation a lot of times until I thought of having this one which will be the catch-all of topics I have regarding money---getting , losing , retrieving, finding money. Although this blog is the least visited in comparison to my other blogs (take note, I am only making my blogs as reference here), I still will keep on posting and talking about my favorite subject: MONEY.

One day, who knows, I might just have a golden story to share with you. In the meantime, why don't you look around and do your treasure-hunt right in this very page. They're everywhere! Come on, start digging! (wink)

turn words into money now

There are myriads of ways in which those who have a way with words can turn this talent into gold. Places that need writers to push their products through adwriting are discussed in one blog that not only guides writers on the sure-fire techniques of writing for money but also shows you where to market this skill. If you haven't come across http://beasavvywriter.blogspot.com then you better check it out now because it's one great site to help you hone your writing skill and profit from it.

If you are thinking of going into adwriting, the blog has an interesting discussion of how you can be successful at this. The owner is now making her techniques work on her, making an income that pays her way through college. Interesting, isn't it?

So if you think you have that knack for writing and need to only polish it a bit to make money from it, I suggest that you go visit http:/beasavvywriter.blogspot for your free tips and guide. You will not regret having read and followed the link.

the beauty of links

Out of curiousity, I searched via Google for each of my four blogs to check if the blogs are included in the search engine. The search automatically led me to my blogs along with all those which are linked to them. Beautiful. In fact I was surprised to see my blogs in one blog directory when I do not remember having submitted my urls there. I found out that this became possible simply because one of my links is a member of that site so anyone searching for her blog would also see my blogs' urls.

That is the beauty of having links. Your site automatically crawls along with the site that links to your site and vice versa. Ergo, the more links, the more chances of showing up in search engines like Google and Yahoo.

do you click the ads on other people's sites or blogs?

This is an interesting question. Do you?

My answer would be an honest "yes" if there is something in the ad that interests me. Otherwise, no, why should I? Although we know that owners only get paid for real clicks they get from visitors, Google however is very strict in seeing to it that these clicks are valid and not ones that you yourself had generated. This is a big NO-NO to Google. Going against this rule is cheating and leads to the total banning of your site.

Even if you find an ad to be very interesting and you feel like clicking to it because you want to find out more about it, just hold your reigns and do the valid thing---don't click. Take note of the site, make an exit from your site, then open another window to search for it using Google. That way you don't risk your site being banned.