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Reaching out to the STM fam (6)


07-19-2015 11:24 PM #1 ggpaul (Member)
Reaching out to the STM fam

Folks, I don't want to get too emotional here but I figured I'd share about myself.. I joined STM around November last year and was super stoked. I got into POF since that's a great spot to learn about PPC and I was doing "ok" with it from January - March.

And then, the unexpected happened and my father recently passed away. I'm the only child (28 years old), and it's tough because my "WHY" of doing affiliate marketing / IM / business was to give back to my dad....Since he did spoil the hell out of me, and not only that but gave me a home and everything.

Everything didn't go aligned as planned and that's fine. It's part of life.. But unfortunately before my dad's passing I had a mediocre review at work, with a small raise. And now with my situation, that small raise is taking affect since we lost that income from my dad. The way I was raised was to help my family first before branching out. And so I made sure of it that I can help my mom and dad out before I move on with the next step in my life (getting married, kids etc.). Additionally, I mentioned in this thread before, one of the threads that said "what's your reason of doing IM / what's your WHY," and another reason is because I have a half sister that I rescued from being a victim of human trafficking. Although I got her back home, it still doesn't make it any better that she's living in a 3rd world country with 4 kids and no job whatsoever. I also had a mentor, but he's super busy with his own projects that I barely hear from him..

Anyway, I don't want to get in too deep. I'm here reaching out to you guys, saying that I would love some guidance or even consider getting a mentor... My mind has been ALL over the place that it's hard for me to get this going. Just because I'm still in the grieving process, and just other layer of things..

There's so many threads here, and I just don't know where to really begin.. I don't know if I should continue with POF since they just got bought out? And ever since they no longer allow mobile traffic, my income pummeled. It seriously feels like everything is going against me.. .But I'm still trying...

Would love if I can get any help..

Thanks guys.


Thanks.


07-20-2015 01:04 AM #2 doomXO (Member)

my condolences man.

passing good vibes your way ggpaul. i've enjoyed your posts. just keep going and you'll get to where you want to be.


07-20-2015 06:32 AM #3 ggpaul (Member)

Thanks doomXO. It means a ton.


07-20-2015 07:47 AM #4 affiliaxeguy (Member)

Hi ggpaul

my condolences.

I would love to help you with everything that I can.

feel free to ask me any questions regarding anything, if I will know the answer i will be more than happy to share it with you.

Please don't hesitate to contact me on Skype.

from my experience what comes easy goes away easy, so working hard and getting over all obstacles that life through on you will make you a stronger and wiser man.

wish you and your family all the best.


07-20-2015 09:15 AM #5 randomdude (AMC Alumnus)

There's so many threads here, and I just don't know where to really begin.. I don't know if I should continue with POF since they just got bought out? And ever since they no longer allow mobile traffic, my income pummeled. It seriously feels like everything is going against me.. .But I'm still trying...
This could sound like an advice from Captain Obvious, but since you are currently a bit brain-fucked it maybe helps. If I were you I would evaluate if POF still can give you enough income, if not then it's time to diversify. As you can see the most funk by far is currently at the mobile section of STM. The bigger funk the bigger party. If you then check the follow-alongs you will see that the most success stories come from sweeps and mobile content offers (pin submits). App installs and games seem to be a bit down right now. Then you should pick a vertical and research the shit out of it. Means: use the search function and do a lot of spying. Most importantly is to write down what you find (like angles, ad copy, traffic sources, etc), because you will find patterns and have repeating insights. Also check the follow-alongs why people succeed, there is a clear pattern (hint: they test a lot).
Pro-tip: Don't waste your time on STM's everyday chatter, concentrate on your vertical. And don't forget to check TheAngryRussian's "Mastering Mobile in 14 Days" and Caurmen's "The Mobile Cookbook" and of course the awesome case studies and tips & tricks.

Oh.. and check this post from the most awesome Caurmen:
http://stmforum.com/forum/showthread...ticals-EXPOSED


07-20-2015 09:17 AM #6 ggpaul (Member)

Thanks a ton randomdude.


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