This is an example of an email from an online business coach. You can see the promise of income, and how the author is selling people on the idea of hard work, commitment, and being successful. Also note how the author encourages putting yourself in debt for this "opportunity." … [Read more...] about Online Business Coach Scam Analysis
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Should I Use StumbleUpon to Build Blog Traffic?
I recently purchased a book written by another blogger about how she grew her traffic tremendously in less than 9 months. I don't want to throw this blogger under the bus, as I think her intentions were great and overall I feel like I got some value from her book. One … [Read more...] about Should I Use StumbleUpon to Build Blog Traffic?
10 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started Blogging
I have always loved to write. If you ask my mom, she'll tell you a story about how I wrote my own magazine at the age of 6. When I decided to start a blog, I was pumped. An online outlet where I could share my thoughts, feelings, ideas, and advice with the world? Sign me up! I … [Read more...] about 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started Blogging
BOTTLESOUP’s Most Popular Posts of 2015
When I look back on how BOTTLESOUP began, I can't believe how much has changed. BOTTLESOUP has been up and running since July 2013. It's been nearly 2.5 years! In 2016, we're going to have an even better year. But 2015 was full of promise, and as we end the year it's … [Read more...] about BOTTLESOUP’s Most Popular Posts of 2015
Happy Just Another Day – New Year’s Day 2015
Nothing makes you realize how truly trivial the holidays are like death - or having children.Last night was New Year's Eve. Not a single fuck was given by my toddler, who decided he would break the mold and fall asleep early last night. This also led to me falling asleep … [Read more...] about Happy Just Another Day – New Year’s Day 2015