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Thoughts of the new kid, making you think
HYIP Discussion, HYIP Thoughts, Miscellaneous, HYIPTags: drive, interaction, motivation, thinking.
Let me start by saying that this blog is probably one of the best sources of program information around, and there are a good few authors contributing to it; letting readers know how things are shaping up. When I was asked to become a guest author, I decided that rather than trying to do the same (I am not up on how many individual programs are doing these days) I would take a slightly different approach. The guys blogging here already do a great job on keeping people up to date on events.
At this moment, I’m sitting here, having just watched a TV interview with the author Mark Haddon. What I found interesting was his assertion that the reason his book ‘Curious Incident‘ became so popular, is that 50% of the work in creating the story is done by the reader, rather than the book providing all the information at their finger tips. Maybe you’re wondering what this has to do with High Yield Investment programs? Well, what I would like to do, is make you think; about why you are here, about why you continue to participate in an industry that has burnt you multiple times already. I am not going to provide you with lots of statistics, or facts and opinions on individual programs (although I shall do when the mood takes me!) but I am going to provide you with some questions.
The frequency of my posting here will most likely depend on how well they are received (and if Jude deems them acceptable lol). I am not an experienced blogger, but I do like to write, and I do like to spark discussion. I have always felt that a blog is far more than merely presenting readers with facts and opinion, it is a 2 way interaction. On that note, I’d like to see what kind of response will be had from my first question to the reader-base:
What drives you on in the HYIP industry?
It’s a tough world out there, and it doesn’t come much tougher than the scams, mis-managements, and mis-fortunes that regularly occur in this industry. It is true that many get tired after a while, but many also continue, and it is that group of people (which may well include you) that I am interested to hear from. In responding to my own question, I would say that I am here because of the Community, and not because of any program out there. I have some residual funds in a handful of sites, but nothing that I am actively pursuing. Much like Jude, I see the value in showing people opportunities outside of HYIPs, and I also see the value in helping the Community to make more informed choices. I have made some great friends through HYIPs, some of whom I now work with on other projects, unrelated to this industry. I have learnt to appreciate the value in people, friendships, and partnerships. That was corny, but I assure you it’s true. 
And finally (a shameless plug I admit), I would like to quickly bring to your intention a new website I have launched - a user driven news portal called HyiperWay. I wrote a bit about it in a thread at NobsNetwork, and rather than boring you with the details here, I will let you read them over at the forum.
So guys, what drives you forward in this industry?
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My ‘drive’ in this ‘industry’ is more treating it like a hobby. I really do not spend more than I am prepared to lose. It is like gambling and instead of going to casino’s (or the pub) I got into HYIP’s.
I think I am lucky to have stumbled onto a few sites like NN which have taught me a few things and hopefully with more people looking for genuine opportunities, I can learn to make real money at a decent return for longer term goals.
I look forward to more posts by Simon and also Jude’s tutorials for the learning experience and just maybe a few profits too.
Hey Simon ..
Welcome to no bs as a guest writer
Nice first entry there …
I first came into this arena with the interest of making money .. that still remains a motivating factor today, but the main reasons I stay are because of the community too .. and because I’ve learned a great deal about finances and businesses since being part of all this for over two years now.
I’ve definitely learned a LOT … what I’ve found to be my most valuable experiences though, have been the people, the networking, and the friendships I’ve had the honor of cultivating …
I’ve learned that making money is about people, not about the money itself .. did that make sense?
That’s why I’m still here despite feeling a bit discouraged lately with how things have been…
Dolphin
Thanks for the replies, and for the welcome.
I agree that NN is a great resource - it’s certainly nice to have a bunch of more thoughtful and level-headed people around, who understand that money isn’t everything, and that it doesn’t grow on trees either. lol
I’m actually really looking forward to see what Jude comes up with concerning the new blog / blog extension on other income sources like PPC and ad revenue. I hope people see it as complimentary to the info on HYIPs, rather than an attempt to replace it. I believe a mix of passive (hyips, taking its original meaning) and active (webmastering) income streams should be the aim of those serious about being a success online. I also think that bringing in that active side helps you to be more realistic about how risky the passive options really are.
I’m in line with Simon and Dolphin’s thinking on this community. To me, friendship forged here is more important than anything. And with that, we continue to grow, sharing all we can on knowledge and continue to bond stronger as friends.
Money is important (that’s why we’re here), but money is not everything.
I entered in investment programs from a nice girl and I was very interested because my economy was (and is) very bad since my divorce. Then I began to lose my few money in these programs lol
Later I was investing in one of these programs and became part of the support team, but finally it was another ponzi too. I made a lot of friends there and as I have a lot of free time in my real job then I began to make contacts with nice people over the world and created my own forum where we are like a family yet.
Now I think that the best part is the community and friendship, and also trying to make some money online if it´s possible (I always think that the best method to make money online is porn, not hyips lol).
I actually haven’t dabbled into a single ‘HYIP’ for about 1 year now (last one I was in was Compact Surfing, I did a quick hit & run on that one), but at the end of the day what keeps me in the ‘community’, reading blogs such as NOBS is the same reason everyone else mentioned - the friendships. I’ve lost money more than once on Autosurfs/HYIPs in these past 2 years but, I’ve acquired fantastic friendships along the way, which I value more than money. I try and stay in touch with the higher quality people, who are driven like myself to become financially free and who are pleasant to deal with, and who are intellectually stimulating.
I know something you don’t know, and you know something I don’t know - so together, we benefit by sharing information… and so, just like the others have said.. it’s really about the network, the community.. the important knowledge gained, and important friendships and contacts gained.. it took a long time to get to where I am, but I’m glad that I did!