I happen across a forum post that I see far to often.

First off I applaud any one for taking the big step of deciding to work for themselves. Few people ever get even that far.

The question this person was asking, if they build a list without an auto responder. Well, the real question was could they run a business for free without spending any money. Not that this was such a terrible question, but it’s echo’ed so often.

Maybe I am more curious. Do most people believe they can make money on the internet without spending anything? Maybe they are ill-informed or have misconceptions?

Don’t get me wrong, the internet can be an incredible opportunity. It is very possible to make a steady and comfortable income on a limited budget, but thats the clue, limited budget.

Free services on the internet are great and all, but they come with a price. Free auto responder services put their ads in every e-mail “you” blast out. Free web hosting services put ads on every one of “your” web-pages. Free e-mail services put their ads in all “your” e-mails.

Free web hosting is perfect for my wife to post pictures of our animals. Not so perfect for making money.



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