QUESTION:
My computer security does not like the way this site has its security set up. It indicates that security for ACOP is set up for one web site and the registration is under a different Web site.
I am very excited about your article in Woman's World expecially the opportunity to take survey's for cash. Most of them only offer $1 to $2. To get to the $800 quoted in the article Would have me working 24/7. Any hints.
ANSWER:
I've been a member of American Consumer Opinions for about 7 years now and find them to be a reliable company. Not certain why your computer doesn't "like" their website. Perhaps they have someone designs their work for them which would explain the dual registration?
I've listed out my all-time favorite survey companies on my Survey facts page http://freebiemoms.blogspot.com/2009/10/great-gift-idea.html - try the link there for ACO.
There's a lot more than $1-$2 to be made from survey companies. Key to earning is to stay with the companies (the more "rep" you build, the better offers that come your way) and to fill out the screeners for future opportunities. You don't have to work 24/7.
However, as the article says, my earning isn't just based on working with survey companies. I also mystery shop, ebay, swap, blog, write how-to's, etc. etc. Diversification and trying out new opportunities keeps the money flowing. Here's more detail about some of the areas I've just mentioned: http://freebiemoms.blogspot.com/2009/03/work-at-home-job-facts-online-surveys.html and of course, you'll find a lot of information in my book, too. Check your local library to read it for free :)
On top all that, consider how much you can save each month, too. I have a basic philosophy, "a dollar saved is a dollar you don't have to earn." This has kept our budget plentiful. Frugal and eco-living doesn't have to mean doing without, it just means doing better with what you have or need to have. You'll find a lot of tips on how to get you started here: http://freebiemoms.blogspot.com/2009/10/money-saving-topics.html
Also, stay on top of daily topics, freebies, contests, and so on at Rural Mom http://www.ruralmom.com/ or feel free to sign up for my news letter. I often share new info as I find it on both of these resources.
Try these areas out. Check back with me in a few weeks, I'd love to hear how you are doing and will be happy to answer any questions, head you in new directions, and so forth.
Promotion and How Do You Get a Blog Following?
QUESTION:
I read the article about you in Woman's World and had a couple of questions.
*How did you get featured in Woman's World
*The blog websites that were mentioned in the article that pay for you to review a product - do you already have to have a blog following
*How did you build your blog following?
Thanks for any help you can provide.
ANSWER:
Hi, and thanks for your inquiry!
*How did you get featured in Woman's World
I answered the right person at the right time. Seriously. I've been in Woman's Day, Redbook, MSN Money and so on and it all comes down to looking for opportunities and sometimes, just being noticed for what you do.
I wish there was some trick to share. Most important to me has always been to do what I love and to share... but I don't have much "wisdom" to share on this subject... writing a book certainly helped lead to PR opportunities, but other than that I just continue to try to make a difference and stay open to possibilities.
*The blog websites that were mentioned in the article that pay for you to review a product - do you already have to have a blog following
No. I made a point to mention companies that accept new blogs as well as established blogs.
*How did you build your blog following?
Produce quality content that you (and others) would want to read/learn from. And continue to produce quality content. There is no better way to engage and keep a loyal audience.
Secondary, socialize. Be active and present in the groups and forums you belong to. Read other people's blogs and participate. (It's a great way to form new friendships, too!)
If you just want blog "numbers", host contests, list with a zillion search engines, optimize your SEO, promote, join blog circles, and run a search for other ideas to popularize your blog. With the exception of hosting a few contests throughout the year , I don't do any of the above, but many have used these techniques successfully.
I hope this helps! If you have additional questions, please feel free to give a holler.
I read the article about you in Woman's World and had a couple of questions.
*How did you get featured in Woman's World
*The blog websites that were mentioned in the article that pay for you to review a product - do you already have to have a blog following
*How did you build your blog following?
Thanks for any help you can provide.
ANSWER:
Hi, and thanks for your inquiry!
*How did you get featured in Woman's World
I answered the right person at the right time. Seriously. I've been in Woman's Day, Redbook, MSN Money and so on and it all comes down to looking for opportunities and sometimes, just being noticed for what you do.
I wish there was some trick to share. Most important to me has always been to do what I love and to share... but I don't have much "wisdom" to share on this subject... writing a book certainly helped lead to PR opportunities, but other than that I just continue to try to make a difference and stay open to possibilities.
*The blog websites that were mentioned in the article that pay for you to review a product - do you already have to have a blog following
No. I made a point to mention companies that accept new blogs as well as established blogs.
*How did you build your blog following?
Produce quality content that you (and others) would want to read/learn from. And continue to produce quality content. There is no better way to engage and keep a loyal audience.
Secondary, socialize. Be active and present in the groups and forums you belong to. Read other people's blogs and participate. (It's a great way to form new friendships, too!)
If you just want blog "numbers", host contests, list with a zillion search engines, optimize your SEO, promote, join blog circles, and run a search for other ideas to popularize your blog. With the exception of hosting a few contests throughout the year , I don't do any of the above, but many have used these techniques successfully.
I hope this helps! If you have additional questions, please feel free to give a holler.
Need a Marketing Strategy
QUESTION:
Thanks so much for your quick and helpful response. Tell me more about your book writing and publishing experience. I have written an e-book that is currently available on scribd.com but I need a marketing strategy.
ANSWER:
Tell me a little bit more about what you'd like to know the most about re: my publishing journey. As there's so much involved I could probably fill up a book! My biggest asset was perseverance. If you have a great idea, don't give up!
Congrats to you on your book! What's the title? Perhaps I could share it with my readers and give you a little promo, if it's a good fit for my audience.
I wrote a few articles on book/website promo that may be helpful to you:
Easy, Low-Cost Ways to Increase Your Website Hits, Gain Exposure, and Grab Internet Sales
Create a Successful Blog to Boost Your Writing Career
Seven Components of a Successful Query Letter
Defining Your Audience is Key to Creating an Engaging Non-Fiction Proposal
Crafting a Non-Fiction Proposal: How Much Do You Know About Your Competition?
Use Your Math Skills to Write a Book in a Year
A great book to read is The Frugal Book Promoter (borrow it from your local library to be even more frugal lol) - I didn't have this book when I first published, but sure wish I did. Lots of good ideas in there.
Hope that helps a bit. Let me know what you want to know more about and I'll do my best to help.
Thanks so much for your quick and helpful response. Tell me more about your book writing and publishing experience. I have written an e-book that is currently available on scribd.com but I need a marketing strategy.
ANSWER:
Tell me a little bit more about what you'd like to know the most about re: my publishing journey. As there's so much involved I could probably fill up a book! My biggest asset was perseverance. If you have a great idea, don't give up!
Congrats to you on your book! What's the title? Perhaps I could share it with my readers and give you a little promo, if it's a good fit for my audience.
I wrote a few articles on book/website promo that may be helpful to you:
Easy, Low-Cost Ways to Increase Your Website Hits, Gain Exposure, and Grab Internet Sales
Create a Successful Blog to Boost Your Writing Career
Seven Components of a Successful Query Letter
Defining Your Audience is Key to Creating an Engaging Non-Fiction Proposal
Crafting a Non-Fiction Proposal: How Much Do You Know About Your Competition?
Use Your Math Skills to Write a Book in a Year
A great book to read is The Frugal Book Promoter (borrow it from your local library to be even more frugal lol) - I didn't have this book when I first published, but sure wish I did. Lots of good ideas in there.
Hope that helps a bit. Let me know what you want to know more about and I'll do my best to help.
Skeptic About Online Work
QUESTION:
I am very skeptical about doing work online. I do survey's online, but not
making a lot of money for it. I would like to do some data entry. I have
been a secretary for over 25 years and would like to use my skills to make
ends meet in our home. The economy has really taking a toll on my family as
well as a lot of families and after reading your article, I would like to
some Data Entry from the comfort of my home (after hours).
I am really nervous about Scam's that are out there. Is there a list of
reliable companies that I can research (without paying anything up front)?
Please help!
ANSWER:
Dear Skeptical,
The economy really is having a profound effect on everyone, isn't it?
I wrote an article on Data Entry: Work at Home Job Facts: Data Entry If you click on the second page, you'll find a listing of quality companies that do not charge for your participation (or, at least at the time the article was written they did not.) I have several friends who have worked with some of the companies listed, so I trust that these are scam-free companies.
Navigating the web and the opportunities available can be very scary. My general rule of thumb is, if it doesn't look legit or if you have to pay to participate- run! Also, set up a dummy email (extra email account) if you are sending out inquiries, that way if you stumble upon a company that looks legit, but isn't, you won't fill up your personal email with spam.
Feel free to stop by MOMdotCOM.net and RuralMom.com for more ideas and some money-earning/money-saving help.
I am very skeptical about doing work online. I do survey's online, but not
making a lot of money for it. I would like to do some data entry. I have
been a secretary for over 25 years and would like to use my skills to make
ends meet in our home. The economy has really taking a toll on my family as
well as a lot of families and after reading your article, I would like to
some Data Entry from the comfort of my home (after hours).
I am really nervous about Scam's that are out there. Is there a list of
reliable companies that I can research (without paying anything up front)?
Please help!
ANSWER:
Dear Skeptical,
The economy really is having a profound effect on everyone, isn't it?
I wrote an article on Data Entry: Work at Home Job Facts: Data Entry If you click on the second page, you'll find a listing of quality companies that do not charge for your participation (or, at least at the time the article was written they did not.) I have several friends who have worked with some of the companies listed, so I trust that these are scam-free companies.
Navigating the web and the opportunities available can be very scary. My general rule of thumb is, if it doesn't look legit or if you have to pay to participate- run! Also, set up a dummy email (extra email account) if you are sending out inquiries, that way if you stumble upon a company that looks legit, but isn't, you won't fill up your personal email with spam.
Feel free to stop by MOMdotCOM.net and RuralMom.com for more ideas and some money-earning/money-saving help.
Trying to Get a Handle on Paying Surveys
QUESTION:
Hello: Thank you for sharing your info with us. You mentioned about making $800.00 a month earnings on surveys? How many surveys is that & how long each. Can I make this a full time job & make more money?
ANSWER:
Thank you for your inquiry and for your kind comments.
In answer to your question about surveys, you'll find detailed information here regarding surveys, lengths of survey, and what you may expect for compensation: SURVEYS
As the article in Woman's World mentions, though, not all of my monthly income is solely from participating in surveys. Other means include opportunities in mystery shopping, swapping, ebaying, and other online activities. You'll find a lot of information on these legit opportunities here: Money Earning and Work-At-Home ideas
Hello: Thank you for sharing your info with us. You mentioned about making $800.00 a month earnings on surveys? How many surveys is that & how long each. Can I make this a full time job & make more money?
ANSWER:
Thank you for your inquiry and for your kind comments.
In answer to your question about surveys, you'll find detailed information here regarding surveys, lengths of survey, and what you may expect for compensation: SURVEYS
As the article in Woman's World mentions, though, not all of my monthly income is solely from participating in surveys. Other means include opportunities in mystery shopping, swapping, ebaying, and other online activities. You'll find a lot of information on these legit opportunities here: Money Earning and Work-At-Home ideas
Overwhelmed (Where do I start?)
QUESTION:
"Hello, I read the article that was in Woman's World and it gave me hope. I have been trying to find a way to make extra money so I can't quit a very stressful job. I know I'm lucky to have a job but this job makes me physically ill and I don't know how much longer I can force myself to go there.
My friend and I have placed adds to clean houses but haven't had much luck. I think people feel guilty about spending money on something they can do themselves. So I'm hoping I can find something with all of the inormation you have available, the problem is I don't know where to start, what to read first, what to do????? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time."
ANSWER:
Dear Stressed:,
First ((Hugs)) to you! Stressful jobs are very difficult to cope with.
I know you'd like nothing more than to jump ship, but my advice is to start a little smaller and build up to a point where you feel comfortable forsaking your paycheck with your current company.
Do you like customer service? Then offer call representative work from home might be for you. You can make a part-time to full-time income and you don't have to do sales. Many companies offer order-taking or general customer service jobs. Look here for more information and some legit companies to start with: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/96111/work_at_home_job_facts_call_center.html?cat=31
The same goes for data entry, if this is of interest to you, read more here http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1802964/work_at_home_job_facts_data_entry.html?cat=31
I'm not sure how much your current job offers in income, if it's part-time, you may find steady relief through survey, mystery shopping, ebay, and focus groups to supplement your income. You'll find a range of opportunities and descriptions/requirements/facts here: http://freebiemoms.blogspot.com/2009/03/work-at-home-job-facts-online-surveys.html
My general philosophy is the old-age adage: "where there's a will, there's a way." Take a look at what you can live without, where you can cut corners and save, and then how much money you realistically need to keep afloat. From that point, it will be easier to make decisions on what opportunities fit best with your lifestyle and your overall objectives.
I hope this helps a bit... feel free to write me and ask more questions, I'll do my best to steer you in the right direction!
"Hello, I read the article that was in Woman's World and it gave me hope. I have been trying to find a way to make extra money so I can't quit a very stressful job. I know I'm lucky to have a job but this job makes me physically ill and I don't know how much longer I can force myself to go there.
My friend and I have placed adds to clean houses but haven't had much luck. I think people feel guilty about spending money on something they can do themselves. So I'm hoping I can find something with all of the inormation you have available, the problem is I don't know where to start, what to read first, what to do????? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time."
ANSWER:
Dear Stressed:,
First ((Hugs)) to you! Stressful jobs are very difficult to cope with.
I know you'd like nothing more than to jump ship, but my advice is to start a little smaller and build up to a point where you feel comfortable forsaking your paycheck with your current company.
Do you like customer service? Then offer call representative work from home might be for you. You can make a part-time to full-time income and you don't have to do sales. Many companies offer order-taking or general customer service jobs. Look here for more information and some legit companies to start with: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/96111/work_at_home_job_facts_call_center.html?cat=31
The same goes for data entry, if this is of interest to you, read more here http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1802964/work_at_home_job_facts_data_entry.html?cat=31
I'm not sure how much your current job offers in income, if it's part-time, you may find steady relief through survey, mystery shopping, ebay, and focus groups to supplement your income. You'll find a range of opportunities and descriptions/requirements/facts here: http://freebiemoms.blogspot.com/2009/03/work-at-home-job-facts-online-surveys.html
My general philosophy is the old-age adage: "where there's a will, there's a way." Take a look at what you can live without, where you can cut corners and save, and then how much money you realistically need to keep afloat. From that point, it will be easier to make decisions on what opportunities fit best with your lifestyle and your overall objectives.
I hope this helps a bit... feel free to write me and ask more questions, I'll do my best to steer you in the right direction!
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