My issue is there is a BIG difference between being a Company that markets online and being a Online Marketer. Let me explain.

Do you remember the old stories of the turn of the century gold rush? Average people who left families, jobs and Countries to seek the quick “bonanza” of gold riches. The stories in the papers and of course word of mouth, were saying just get yourself to the Klondike, and the nuggets are just laying on the ground! Ya right. But people obviously bought into it and some paid even with their lives. Ok, so seeking quick riches on the internet may not be life threatening, but the same “stories” of the gold rush are alive and well online. I get bombarded with offers that are saying this is the next thing, ‘easy’ ‘quick’ ‘solution in a box’ ‘even your dog could do this’ ...Ya right. Sound familiar?

I have been marketing online now for over 10 years and let me tell you, it is not an overnight success story. It was hard work, persistence, trial and error and many mistakes. You eventually learn what works and what doesn’t and if your experience is there, you can adapt to the changes online. There is fortunes being made online but they are not the get rich quick programs, its the Internet Marketing Guru’s spreading stories of “gold on the internet” just waiting for you. What they are really doing is selling you the shovels, picks, buckets, blankets, flour, etc. that you need to try and find the so called ‘gold’.
Who really wins in this scenario? I will let you decide that.

As a conclusion, what you can learn from this is if there is a strong market out there that you have knowledge of, you can introduce a complimentary product to service that market and do very well. A good product in a good market will be openly received. I didn’t invent panelized housing but I saw what was being sent and said I can do that better.
Don’t forget the miner’s and prospectors came unprepared for the harshness of the north. The problem was they were usually sold substandard products at outrageous prices. Hey, that sounds allot like some of the most recent offers I was sent online…

Please don’t think of doing this as your success will be short lived.

Regards,

Larry

I did ones for our Companies and just finished a personal one for my Real Estate Site. You can go here to view the Squidoo Lens (page) and see how easy it is to do and fun.

Have a Great Day!

Larry

I guarantee this will change your paradigm about what you believe success is in business and life. Please take the time to buy this book and pass it onto family and friends.

Just returned from a last minute getaway to Phoenix with my wife. I used her birthday as the excuse for the last minute booking but it was certainly worth it. I had never been to Phoenix but I always received rave reviews from friends who said it was” the place to go”. Seeing as I like Palm Springs, this seemed like a no brainer to me. Warm weather, desert and sun.

We booked a 2 bedroom condo off the internet that seemed like a great deal and was located right downtown Phoenix. Turned out to be a nice, roomy condo but the pictures on the net showed the balcony of this unit overlooking the pool. Not quite, Not even close. Oh, did I mention the construction behind the complex?!

Anyway, stayed 2 nights and managed to get a last minute booking at the Arizona Grand Resort. It is located in the Tempe area of Phoenix and was spectacular! The staff were excellent and even let us book in early to get settled. It is a quite large resort and we got a one bedroom suite overlooking the Oasis Water Park. This is a full water park with slides, wavepool…the works! The resort pools were located in the courtyard and one even had a pool bar and grill. Nothing like lunch service at the pool while you are on your laptop! Did I mention there was a golf course at the Resort as well? I did manage to hit a bucket on the range and I am getting closer to returning to the ‘hacker’ tour.

Overall it was a great week and the weather was fantastic. I definately would get back to Phoenix again and it inspired me to start a Phoenix vacation blog. (coming soon).

Regards,

Larry

My identity comes from who I am in the Lord. After all, He said he knew me in the womb (Psalm 139, verse 13) and that really is when I started to be me and obtain my identity. What about family…doesn’t that identify something about who we are and our Character.  Our children’s lives are usually a reflection of the Identity we have passed onto them.

God also said that He numbers the hair on my head (thank goodness I still have lots for Him to count!) and that really tells me that it is not about what I have accomplished, but how much the Lord has accomplished in my life. That is my TRUE identity.

Kind Regards,

Larry

Now it’s time to get back to work refreshed and ready to go! Below is a picture of me “reflecting”.

Not sure about all those cheesy super wall things, but overall is a great way to see what everyone is up to. If haven’t signed up, I would encourage you. If you need help getting up and running, try www.facebook-tutorial.com

See you all on Facebook.

Larry

Our eldest Daughter, Courtney, has moved out to her own place in Langley B.C. Although its hard not having her around it was time for her and I know she was ready. Courtney travels allot in Ministry so we didn’t see her at home that much. Her website is www.courtneyclarklive.com if you want to see what she is up to.

Thanks for visiting.
Regards,

Larry