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myLot reputation of 98/100. Emiese (455)   ranked 19 out of 19,026 in make extra money5 months ago

As many of you know I have just started this online business thing. My friends and family is not really the "sitting in front of the computer" type. If I would tell them that I click on ads and get paid for it they would probably just laugh at me, and think I am stupid to fall for such an obvious fraud. So until I get any payments or get a bit further I keep it to myself! I am leading two very different lives IRL as oppose to online!

What is your experience with this online business? Have you told your friends and family, do they support you? Did you tell people straight away when you started, have people been supportive or have you met negative opinions? Are your friends and family involved, have you even gotten them as referrals?

 
 
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kiran1978 (1227) response was accepted on 6/8/2008.
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1. myLot reputation of 98/100. ladym33 (1781)   ranked 5,790 out of 19,026 in make extra money   5 months ago

Some friends and family I tell, some I don't. Some think it is silly and I don't waste my time talking to them about it. There are others that are interested though, so I will talk to them.

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2. myLot reputation of 96/100. ayumitakashi (2174)   ranked 465 out of 19,026 in make extra money   5 months ago

Oh my gosh I'm leading a double life as well! LOL. I feel a thrill when I say that. I waited a while before I told my mom but she doesn't mind. And plus when I do get paid I always have some money in my paypal account in case she needs to buy some food I'll buy if for her. So it's a blessing that I discovered this. My mother doesn't really know too much about computers. The only thing that she does on the computer is that she plays a game on gamesville.com but other than that no. I'm the only one in my family that does this.


myLot reputation of 96/100. ayumitakashi (2174)   ranked 465 out of 19,026 in make extra money  5 months ago

Oh I just read the person underneath me and I realize that I haven't really told my mother about mylot yet. I should probably tell her though.


myLot reputation of 98/100. Emiese (455)   ranked 19 out of 19,026 in make extra money  5 months ago

I have mentioned myLot for a few people, because that seems a bit more "legit" that you write stuff and get paid for it. But then people assumed that it is really well paid, asking how much one earn etc, and then when you tell them how much it is they just shrug and think it will never be worth the time. Can't imagine telling them about the ptc:s, where you earn like 2 cents per minute.. that is not much for an hour work!


myLot reputation of 96/100. ayumitakashi (2174)   ranked 465 out of 19,026 in make extra money  5 months ago

It's not much yeah but those pennies do add up. And most of us are here surfing the web anyways so why not earn money. I'm here for my schoolwork and stuff and while I do school work I could do my ptc's. It's not really hurting anyone, in fact it's helping me pay for my textbooks and stuff. But yeah most people wouldn't think it's worth it.


myLot reputation of 98/100. Emiese (455)   ranked 19 out of 19,026 in make extra money  5 months ago

I know what you mean, I think the same way. This is something that I do anyway, so it is just a bonus that I have an extra window open with these ads.


myLot reputation of 79/100. plunketear (496)  5 months ago

What does ptc stand for?


myLot reputation of 96/100. ayumitakashi (2174)   ranked 465 out of 19,026 in make extra money  5 months ago

PTC stands for pay to click.


myLot reputation of 79/100. plunketear (496)  5 months ago

Thank you

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3. myLot reputation of 97/100. 2kidsandapup (714)   ranked 1,710 out of 19,026 in make extra money   5 months ago

I just told my parent's today about mylot, they don't do the Internet thing either, but my boyfriend knew from day one. yes you really do get paid from this I've gotten paid already a few times. I also do online surveys but only from one forum. I did receive a check, it wasn't very much, and of course before i even attempted to cash it i did my research. I called the bank that the check came from and they directed me to another number, which then checked it out and it's legit.


myLot reputation of 98/100. Emiese (455)   ranked 19 out of 19,026 in make extra money  5 months ago

That is always good to check things out like you did! I also think it might be easier to mention it to people when you have actually gotten paid. Then there is proof that one is not just a gullible, naive idiot that believe in this.


myLot reputation of 97/100. 2kidsandapup (714)   ranked 1,710 out of 19,026 in make extra money  5 months ago

actually I was going to make a discussion about it but forgot, now you reminded me:) it's surveyspot.com if you're interested.


myLot reputation of 98/100. Emiese (455)   ranked 19 out of 19,026 in make extra money  5 months ago

Thanks, but I doubt I can use that, since most of the survey sites only work for US, Canadian and UK residents, and I am neither.

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4. myLot reputation of 91/100. mysdianait (3999)   ranked 133 out of 19,026 in make extra money   5 months ago

As I was skeptical about actually earning I hesitated when I started. Then I told my sister (I told her I was trying to get enough to buy her an ice-cream when I get to visit her lol - now she knows I'm into it for real). Then once I started getting some dollars adding up in my Paypal I started telling friends and then, but only then, my son. He is still not really convinced I'm earning so I don't say much about it anymore. One day I'll show him my Paypal if it ever gets to a BIG sum wink


myLot reputation of 98/100. Emiese (455)   ranked 19 out of 19,026 in make extra money  5 months ago

I know what you mean. If you tell someone it is more as a joke first, to see their reaction. If they seem interested you might give them a few more details, but otherwise you just laugh and leaves! I suspect you have gotten enough for a fair few ice-creams so far!


myLot reputation of 91/100. mysdianait (3999)   ranked 133 out of 19,026 in make extra money  5 months ago

Yes I guess I could get her at least one every day for a month lol (don't know if she'll have me for any longer rasplol)

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5. myLot reputation of 98/100. vicneedscoffee (875)   ranked 1,239 out of 19,026 in make extra money   5 months ago

I did the same thing when I started, didn't tell anyone. Then after I got a few payments I told my family and a few friends know, but they aren't into it. My family is really cool about it. Who can't use a few extra bucks every month?


myLot reputation of 98/100. Emiese (455)   ranked 19 out of 19,026 in make extra money  5 months ago

Yeah, I think that is the key.. being able to prove that you got some real money! Then it might be easier!

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6. myLot reputation of 89/100. 5mayday (504)   ranked 1,183 out of 19,026 in make extra money   5 months ago

No, I have not told my family or friend that I am making some extra income from online yet. I know they are not interested in it and I would want to tell them after I have saved enough money to buy something I wanted or maybe some present for them happy I think they will be happy to know that I am earning some extra money while surfing here.


myLot reputation of 98/100. Emiese (455)   ranked 19 out of 19,026 in make extra money  5 months ago

It would be kind of cool wouldn't it, to make enough money to be able to buy them something really nice or treat them to something and then tell them. Then they shouldn't have any problems with it, should they?!


myLot reputation of 99/100. metschica25 (3446)   ranked 4,676 out of 19,026 in make extra money  5 months ago

no!! That would be cool . The way I look at it is it all adds up in the end . i know i have my limit at $50.00 so i have to push myself. I think it is fun.

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7. myLot reputation of 93/100. LauraT2008 (1204)   ranked 119 out of 19,026 in make extra money   5 months ago

I have told one friend I use a paid search engine and I submit some articles to a writing site. i could never tell them that I click on ads they would think i was crazy and say I have no need of the money no doubt!! I also told my mum I was using swatcash but didnt tell her I done offers just said it was like a game where i could win prizes including money and other things!!

Although when I start making alot of money I will say something like I have an online business and then perhaps tell them, they know about mylot as I did invite some friends, but I said it was more like a social network! My parents arent very uptodate with computer affairs so they probably would not believe me if I said I was makign tens of dollars doing this that and the other lol


myLot reputation of 98/100. Emiese (455)   ranked 19 out of 19,026 in make extra money  5 months ago

I know exactly what you mean. Somehow it sounds a bit more legit to say you get money for putting articles in a writing site. Compared to that clicking ads seems a bit silly!

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8. myLot reputation of 55/100. oneidmnster (535)   ranked 821 out of 19,026 in make extra money   5 months ago

I have no problem telling my friends and family I make extra money on the internet.I've cashed plenty of checks and gotten lots of GC's from my programs.Some say they would like to do it too,but they don't have the time.Anyone who says anything derogatory,I just laugh at them.I'm the one cashing the checks.


myLot reputation of 98/100. Emiese (455)   ranked 19 out of 19,026 in make extra money  5 months ago

That is true, always good to be the one with the money to proove it. But was it the same before you started to get payouts? It could be hard convincing other people until you are certain of it yourself!


myLot reputation of 55/100. oneidmnster (535)   ranked 821 out of 19,026 in make extra money  5 months ago

I didn't tell anyone else until after I started earning money.It doesn't really do any good unless you have proof.

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9. myLot reputation of 98/100. ersmommy1 (6503)   ranked 253 out of 19,026 in make extra money   5 months ago

Yes they do. I tell them. And why not. A few have even followed me, and are doing it too. I don't let the people with negative reactions bother me. When I get checks or credit on pay pal that is proof enough. I send them links. If they want to sign up fine. If not no pressure.


myLot reputation of 97/100. webeishere (10130)   ranked 110 out of 19,026 in make extra money  5 months ago

My wife will tell me stories from her job asking if that would make a good discussion for me. I have started a few about her work and things occuring there. she is fully supportive and even helpful with her tales from work.
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10. myLot reputation of 99/100. metschica25 (3446)   ranked 4,676 out of 19,026 in make extra money   5 months ago

I just started doing this site along with Ac. I havent told anyone yet . I suppose I am waiting to see how much and if you can make some extra money .


myLot reputation of 98/100. Emiese (455)   ranked 19 out of 19,026 in make extra money  5 months ago

That's exactly what I feel! When I start getting payouts then I'll mention it!

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