When I started this journey, I needed a clear, measurable goal to work toward—something ambitious but achievable. I decided on $100K+ as my first milestone, not just for the financial freedom it represents, but for what it means beyond the numbers. Here’s why I chose this target, how I plan to reach it, and the challenges I know I’ll face along the way.
Why $100K?
For me, $100K isn’t just about hitting a financial milestone—it’s about proving that this journey, built from my dad’s digital inheritance, is possible.
- A Symbol of Independence:
$100K represents the freedom to have options: to pay off debt, invest in the future, or reinvest into growing a business. - Achievable, Yet Challenging:
It’s a number that feels big enough to inspire but realistic enough to keep me grounded in actionable steps. - A Way to Honor My Dad’s Belief:
This goal reflects the value my dad saw in the courses he left me and my commitment to turning his investment into something real.
How I Plan to Get There
To reach $100K+, I’ll be exploring multiple income streams, each with its own potential and challenges.
1. Affiliate Marketing
Recommending products and tools I trust and earning commissions for every sale.
- Why: A great way to monetize content while building trust with an audience.
- Challenge: Finding the right products that align with my values and resonate with readers.
2. Memberships and Subscriptions
Offering premium content, exclusive insights, and community access.
- Why: Recurring revenue builds stability over time.
- Challenge: Creating ongoing value to justify the subscription cost.
3. Digital Products
Selling eBooks, templates, and courses based on what I learn and create.
- Why: Scalable and directly tied to my expertise.
- Challenge: Balancing creation time with maintaining quality.
4. Sponsored Content and Collaborations
Partnering with brands for sponsorships or co-created content.
- Why: Adds a diversified revenue stream.
- Challenge: Ensuring partnerships align with my mission and audience.
Acknowledging the Challenges
This journey is exciting, but it’s not without its obstacles.
- Uncertainty:
There’s no guarantee which income streams will perform best or how long it will take to build momentum. - Learning Curve:
I’m diving into unfamiliar territory with many of these strategies, which means mistakes are inevitable. - Balancing Effort and Results:
Some strategies, like creating digital products, require upfront effort with delayed rewards, which takes patience and persistence.
Why This Goal Matters
Reaching $100K+ isn’t just about money. It’s about proving to myself—and others—that it’s possible to take something unconventional, like my dad’s chaotic digital library, and turn it into a meaningful legacy. People often wonder if building an online business and making money online is really achievable, or if these courses truly deliver results. This journey is about answering those questions and creating a roadmap others can follow, whether they’re starting with nothing or exploring new opportunities.
What’s Next?
Now that I’ve laid out the goal, it’s time to take action. I’ll be sharing updates, wins, and lessons learned as I explore these income streams.
The next step? Organizing my first course and starting to implement the strategies it teaches. Let’s see how far this goal can take me.
