Internet Marketing Writing Sample - Wendy Betterini

Money Making Websites: Your
Ticket to Financial Freedom?

Money making websites are becoming more and more accessible to the "average Joe", simply because they're so affordable.  What other kind of business can you start with just a few bucks for a domain name and hosting?  You don't need employees, you don't need an office or storefront - you can work out of a tiny corner of your bedroom and make really good money if you do it right.

If you've ever wondered whether you could create a successful site and become financially free, answer the following questions and see if you have what it takes:

Do You Have Something Valuable to Offer?

The number-one requirement of a money making website is that you have to offer something of value that people will be willing to pay for.  This doesn't necessarily have to be your own product or service - there are plenty of affiliate programs you could promote - but why should people purchase from YOU instead of anyone else?  There are no right or wrong answers, but be honest with yourself about what you have to offer that would be worthwhile to buyers.

Are You Dedicated and Determined to Succeed?

Making money online is not as easy as some sales letters would have you believe.  That's not to say it's extremely hard either, but you do have to be dedicated - you can't just throw up a junk website and expect thousands of dollars to start rolling in.  You need to put in the effort to drive traffic, create a compelling offer, track and tweak your results for steady improvement, and so on.  If you're looking for a ticket to easy wealth, marketing online is probably not it.

Are You Patient and Willing to Learn?

Do you tend to give up easily when things aren't going your way?  If so, you might not have what it takes to create a successful site.  Patience is absolutely required as you go through the learning curve.  Not to mention that dealing with customers can often require a huge amount of patience too - can you still be professional and calm even when someone is directing anger and frustration your way?

If you answered yes to these questions, there's a good chance that you can succeed with your own money making website (or more than one if you feel really ambitious!)