I suppose the clever thing to do would be to delete my last post and pretend that it never happened. That would be a bit dishonest though wouldn’t it? Why would I think of deleting it? Because it’s a bad idea, I’ve taken on the opinions of those that matter most to me and it’s simple really. The general consensus seems to be that if I was to make that guide I’d be letting my ego rule my brain. To show people how clever I am I’d be putting my living on the line. That’s not acceptable, it’s not me but the amount of nonsense in this niche has almost driven me to it. The clever thing would have been to speak to people before making that last post!
So this leaves me with a dilemma. If I’m not prepared to go that final step and show everything then why bother having a make money blog? If I’m not prepared to go down the “do this, do that” practical route then what I’m left with is a blog that ends up like 99% of the other MMO blogs out there, all hot air and no substance. That’s definitely not what I want. That’s why I’ve made the decision to call it a day in this niche – if I can’t do it properly then don’t do it at all.
Some cynical people will be thinking that this is where I go on to tell you that I’m putting the blog up for sale. It’s all yours for $1000, $5000 etc! Not a chance, I REALLY don’t need the money, I blogged about making money online because it’s something I know how to do and in knowing that I don’t really need a quick buck from selling an established website. Fact. If I could leave you with one tip (that relates to my recipe) it would be this:-
Google wants the web to reflect real life as close as possible. Two things count, authority and respect. You gain authority from your peers, you gain respect by……, and that’s part of the secret. That’s why I would never sell one of my aged domains. Put mediocre content on a respected domain and it will rank very well in the long term. Put excellent content on a new domain and you’ll likely struggle.
So all that’s left to say is that I wish you all (yes even those bastards ripping my content) the very best for the future and that the internet makes you all rich! The internet is still a baby compared to what it will eventually become. It has huge growth ahead of it and unlimited possibilities so never give up. The next website could be the one that makes you your millions!
All the best,
Paul B
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12 Responses to “The End.”
Chris
August 28, 2009
Massive shame to see you stop blogging Paul.
But I totally understand… my blog petered out because it was taking away time from me making a living so it became more of a hinderence.
If you have msn add me, itd be good to keep in touch.
Thanks
|Chris
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D
August 28, 2009
Well…I appreciate what you have written on this blog. It’s a shame to see you are giving up the niche, but it’s very respectable and honest (what I like most about your blog) reason.
Good luck.
(I sent you en email about receiving the password for the adsense…still open)?
|Geek Heaven
August 28, 2009
Paul –
That’s too bad to hear, I was really enjoying your blog. But we all have families, and I completely understand the need to provide for them ahead of having “friends” on the web and revealing what you do that keeps a roof over their heads and food on the table.
Good luck and hopefully you’ll do something else that gives you the passion to blog again.
FYI – I’ve been running my blog for almost 3 years now and there were certainly points in time when I thought of quitting fir various reasons. But, by continuing onwards the site has grown into more than I ever thought it could, all due to the readers. Just something to think about!
God luck!
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Nick
August 28, 2009
Will be very sorry to see you go Paul, but it’s completely refreshing to see someone in this area with so much integrity.
All the best for the future Paul.
|Thai
August 28, 2009
Your personality seeps through every word you publish. I think you’re someone who’s straight forward with no pretense, and would be a good friend to have. If I were ever in England, I’d like to buy you a pint. Good luck to you and many successes.
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