Secret to Internet Marketing Success – One Simple Thing
Posted by Holly in Dreams & Goals, Holly Mann, Make Money
My four years working online have taught me that a big aspect of being successful is…
having perseverance.
Perseverance. A steady persistence in a course of action, a purpose, a state, etc., esp. in spite of difficulties, obstacles, or discouragement.
When you work from home, set your own hours, and hold the weight of the family’s income on your shoulders – it is vital that you stay focused and persevere through all obstacles. I’ve been in the military, and I’ve worked overseas and held positions of employment for other people. Persevering through those situations (for me personally) is not the same. When you work for yourself solely – persevering takes on a whole new meaning.
Internet Marketing and working online – is extremely rewarding and freeing. It provides you with the freedom to be home, to not have to listen to a boss telling you what to do, to be able to create a future for yourself and your family.
It’s not only rewarding though – it is a constant mental challenge as well. It can be tough to multi-task, try to balance home and work, manage and update websites and handle additional hurdles that pop up left and right. I have had tens of thousands of issues with websites, html, css and related aspects. Every time a problem arises or an error occurs within a site – I check for a solution on Google.com. I browse websites, forums and work out the problem. Sometimes problems arise in pairs, or one after another after another and so on. Just do NOT give up. Ask someone for help, take a break, go for a walk or run – and then return to face the problem and solve it.
Over the past six months, my life has thrown a lot of obstacles my way. If this is your current situation – my advice is to try to look at it from a different viewpoint. In the scheme of things, in the big picture of your life – this event may be happening to teach you something or to strengthen you for a future endeavor. Personally, when I look at the obstacles in that way, they don’t deeply bother me. They may be extremely serious – but they don’t stop me from persevering.
For example, over the past six months, this is the series of events I’ve experienced:
- August 2008 – Thailand: Break-ins into my “dream home,” and another move to a new place. Threats from previous owner, blackmail and extortion to try to make money off of me and my situation. I was being threatened by the people who set me up and broke into my home in Thailand – and they knew where my new home in Thailand was. I was visiting the states when the situation escalated with the threats – and I decided in our safety and best interest – to not return to Thailand. I left/lost all our belongings. Brand new furniture, $2500 Sony Vaio computer. I realized that money isn’t everything and the material belongings should not be attachments at all. Then to lose such items will not cause a deep pain or sense of loss. Life goes on.
- September 2008 – USA: I moved into a place in the states. I tried to turn on the gas service for my new place here – and get the service in my name. Turns out someone was already using my Social Security number in Arizona and had their service turned on. I found out in 2002 someone took my Social Security number and got a home loan/mortgage with it. Now it may be difficult for me to purchase a home – but not impossible. Lesson – Be careful with your personal information and documents.
- Current Situation – my son has a contagious skin virus and cannot go to school so he is home with me full time. It’s very difficult to work but it’s made me appreciate everything more. He’s actually had it for 7 months but it’s now become very contagious and spreading (on his own body).
So, if you are struggling to stay focused with all of your obstacles – and ready to give up – here are some things I’ve learned…
- Step away from the situation to either take a break, try to figure out what is happening and what you can do to fix it, talk to someone – either online or offline
- Get help – with whatever the problem is – from a friend, family member or someone online who can assist
- If you are just totally overwhelmed – get out and do something for yourself, something you enjoy – or relax, take a nap, watch a movie, etc.
If you want to be successful working online – the main key to success I believe is having the ability to persevere. I think everyone has it – but not everyone uses it. If you truly are passionate about working online – no matter how complicated it may seem, how overwhelmed you may feel, Never Ever Give Up!
12 Responses to “Secret to Internet Marketing Success – One Simple Thing”
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JK Swopes
22. Jan, 2009
Welcome back! I know a bit about what’s been going on and you lady are an inspiration! You’re right…we have to keep moving and it’s all about how you look at things.
I love your story, and your ability to persevere in difficulty…continue on the path!
I will be praying for you and your son! And I look forward to speaking with you lol……
see ya
JK Swopess last blog post..Are You Killing Your Success By Planning To Fail?
Holly
22. Jan, 2009
Thank you JK – a great way for me to take a break when I am stressed out is going to your site and watching your hilarious videos! Thank you for being you and I love your site. I am happy to hear from you! Talk to you soon mr!
Jenna
22. Jan, 2009
The interesting thing about you Holly is that you not only have to overcome obstacles online but you overcome them in your personal life! You are definitely inspiring, and I agree, if you keep a correct perspective and look at everything in the scope of the “big picture”, things just don’t seem to be that “big” after all. I call it an “ascended perspective”.
And yes, I too have lost all of my belongings…it is hard as it feels like a loss..it is good advice to try not to form attachments to material things.
I hope your son gets better soon. Is there anything the doctors can do for it or does he just have to ride it out? Poor thing.
I will be praying for you…not just praying but calling things into existence that we don’t see…our words are very powerful and God wants us to use them…just something I am learning.
I am glad your spirits are good and thanks for the post…hope to talk to you soon…
Holly
23. Jan, 2009
Thank you so much Jenna. Josh has to just ride it out – with the molloscum contagiosm. I just purchased a new kind of medicine that may actually work. The prayers will definitely help!!! Thank you. Hopefully we can chat soon – I agree with you about God – and I will be praying for you too miss! Take care, holly
Annie T. Baxter
23. Jan, 2009
Holly, it may sound odd, but there is something comforting about seeing you make a post…it let’s us know you are ok! I’m in the middle of a study on the book of Job, and what you have explained that you have experienced sounds very similiar to what Job experienced. From what you write and express, I feel you are in the right place to deal with all your challanges.
So sorry for what Josh is experiencing. At least it sounds like you have found something medicine wise to help him heal soon.
Be safe!
Until next time…Annie
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Link
23. Jan, 2009
Hi Holly,
Wow, you have been thru alot in recent history.
I like your attitude and I agree that almost always perserverance is key. I use to have that attidude with ALL things however, I’ve changed a little. Sometimes it is for the best to walk away…like you getting away from Thailand. Too bad you had to experience that situation.
For example, I resigned from a job in 4/07 that I had worked at for many years. I had that no quit/perservere attitude but finallly did quit. My only regret now is that I didn’t quit years earlier.
Overwhelmingly though, I agree and admire your perservere attitude and message and am inspired and grateful for it.
I’ve made three commmissions thus far off my fairly new site…based on Honest Riches. I’m starting a 2nd site.
Best wishes for a speedy recovery for Josh!
Sincerely, Link
thealmostmillionaire
24. Jan, 2009
Amazing what you have had to overcome recently. You hit it right on with perseverance. It is the key to most things in life. I’ve found that no one is going to hand you anything. You need to stay faithful and diligent in all you do.
Blessings,
Brandon
lemonpoof
24. Jan, 2009
Hello Holly
Good luck with getting yourself back on track!
Sounds like you have had more than your fair share of cr*p over the last few months x
I learned a long time ago to .. be a pebble.. try to let it wash over you.. keep focused.. although at times you feel like so much water washes over you.. you end up as a piece of grit rather than a smooth pebble! LOL! However, then you end up in an oyster,.. then you get to be a pearl! Ho hum..:)
Anyway, I am sure you will overcome all thrown your way..
I bought your ebook a few years ago.. it was the first ebook on internet markting that didn’t make me cringe… most stuff I had read previously was trash.. Honest Riches was informative and inspirational.. so thank you for that. x
I believe what you give out you get back ten fold.. (and I’m no wishy washy spiritual sandle wearing yogurt knitter..! ) But I think it is true.. fundamental goodness always triumphs.. it is just a bit difficult at times to reconcile that with day to day life..
Anyway, good look with all you choose and best wishes to you and your son x
Sue (now found you on Twitter.. It has become a guilty addiction for me!
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Holly
24. Jan, 2009
Thank you Sue! What great advice you have! I really appreciate it. And you said that you had the first version of HR – I will email you the newest version. And about Twitter – so many people are addicted to it – I am not (not yet anyway) but I will look for you on there! Take care.
Dimitrovic
25. Jan, 2009
Hi Holly,
sorry to hear about your boy’s skin virus. There is something you may be able to do to make it better though. Please visit drclark.net, and royalrife.com from were you then can download the original text called “the cure for all diseases” here is the link to the file: http://www.drloyd.com/cure.pdf
I hope this may channel your determination into a useful direction
Many good wishes,
D
Holly
18. Jul, 2009
I just wanted to post an update. After trying every possible treatment, I took my son to church and had people pray for him. The skin rash went away within two weeks – totally gone!!! SO happy!
robin
16. Aug, 2011
I’m so inspired by all of you! i’m searching for some purpose these days, my four kids are all grown and gone, me and my husband have ran a small tile and marble company ( we workd hands on together for 10yrs) and the recession took a big toll on us! Then my husband had heart issuses 2 years ago 2 stents in main artary. ug! he still does tile but 1/4 of the money we used to make so i’m searching for a change!!! I have many interest, saving on anything, fashion for less is a big addiction for me, ( my friends are amazed what i put together so cheap want to write a book, my friends think i could be a great life coach????. I don’t know, seem stuck, need income beyond tile world!!!! thanks for listening. Robin