The greatest thing about being an internet merchant

agentsmith · #1 (**permalink**) 12th June 2006, 04:06 AM

From my experience of being a merchant for almost 2 years now, I gotta say that it's the best decision I made about 2 years ago when I decided to venture into the Internet world and become an Internet merchant..

The work is hard, simple but never easy, yet the rewards, when they kick in, they kick in real big!

And one of the best things about being a merchant is that you do all the hard work in creating your product, and then, you practically automate your business through affilite programs, let the affiliates sell it for you, pay them well in order to make sure they keep selling for you, and pay them on time, that's it!

I wake up every morning, checking my emails to see how much I've made, then I do whatever it is I wanna do, or work on new projects to make even more money, that's the kinda lifestyle you'll have when you become a successful merchant online!

And the best part, I could spend a grand or two travelling on vacation, only to come back to read an email that happily tells me that over that period of time, I've made even more than I've spent on the vacation, so, if you ask me, my journey as a merchant....well, it has been a terrific journey so far, I wish you all the best, if you need help, I'm only a click away,

oh yeah, since I have so much time to do my own things, I hang around in forums and such checking out what's new or looking for newbies who need a helping hand, usually i'm pretty generous with my tips for newbies

andreasbard · #2 (**permalink**) 26th June 2006, 01:59 PM

Gongratulations on your success!

Yes, being a web entrepreneuer and merchant gives you alot of freedom, both in business and life.

I am on my way there, and I know I soon will get going with all of my online projects. The dream is to sit on a beach in Thailand with my laptop, just watching the money role in.

//Andreas

montee51 · #3 (**permalink**) 29th June 2006, 01:13 AM

Good for you! nice info thanks im just starting to make inroads with my ebusiness now slow progress and a loyal customer base now. Its not rocket science but it does take creativity and hard graft

netgal06 · #4 (**permalink**) 16th July 2006, 07:55 AM

The best thing for me is the freedom. The internet allows me to create my own schedule and proceed as fast or as slow as I want. I love the fact that it is conducting a business in a global amrket. I have clinets from all over the world and its a great feeling. I can set my own work hours whenever I want. It does take discipline though, running an online business is hard work but it is rewarding!

hoover55 · #5 (**permalink**) 30th October 2006, 11:13 AM

What is most amazing about the internet is that it builds a borderless world? We don't have to travel thousands of miles to do business. Once you establish your regular clients, you can go anywhere you want, and live in the paradise of your dreams. It's quite a gamble in the beginning but if you persist, you will ultimately be a winner. Cheers!!

janetgan · #6 (**permalink**) 1st November 2006, 02:41 AM

hei hoover,

persist and ultimately come out as winners......

I like that theory hehehe
so what web biz are you into hoover?/

astros99 · #7 (**permalink**) 2nd November 2006, 08:44 PM

I've always been interested in this, but never got around to doing it. I've also heard stories of how people are so successful in this business, and make tons of money. But I guess theres also unsuccessful people, right? Anyways, just wondering if anyone can give me a few pointers on whats this all about, how to get started, and some tips..