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Why Most People Fail at Earning Money Online (And What I’m Doing Differently)

Let me be honest with you. I’ve spent years searching for the right way to earn money online.

By Mr Haris KhanPublished 7 months ago 3 min read
Why Most People Fail at Earning Money Online (And What I’m Doing Differently)
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Introduction:

Let me be honest with you.

I’ve spent years searching for the right way to earn money online. And most of that time?

I failed.

YouTube. Affiliate marketing. Dropshipping. Online surveys. Crypto schemes. I tried them all.

And nothing worked for me.

I spent hours watching “how to make money online” videos, trying methods that promised fast results. But after months of effort and hope… I earned $0.

If you’re reading this, maybe you’ve been there too. Maybe you feel frustrated. Maybe you’re ready to quit.

But don’t give up just yet.

In this article, I’ll explain why most people fail at earning money online, and more importantly, what I’m doing differently this time — and how you can too.

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Why Most People Fail at Online Earning

Let’s talk about the truth that no YouTube guru wants to admit:

> Most people don’t fail because they’re lazy. They fail because they follow the wrong strategies.

Here are the biggest reasons people (including me) fail at making money online:

❌ 1. Chasing Too Many Things at Once

One day it's affiliate marketing. Next day it’s dropshipping. Then digital products. Then YouTube.

People jump from method to method, expecting instant success. But success comes from focus and patience — not jumping.

❌ 2. Believing in "Get Rich Quick"

Many people believe the lie: “You can make $1,000 in 7 days without work!”

That never happens. Real online income is slow in the beginning. That’s why people quit fast.

❌ 3. No Real Value Is Being Created

Most failed methods don’t offer anything helpful to real people.

If you're not solving a problem, teaching something, or entertaining someone — why would they give you time or money?

❌ 4. Giving Up Too Soon

Many people quit after uploading one video or writing one blog post. But in reality, success comes from showing up consistently, even when no one is watching at first.

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My Wake-Up Moment

After trying (and failing) so many things, I almost gave up on online earning completely.

But then I asked myself one question:

> “What if I stopped chasing tricks… and started creating something real?”

That’s when I found Vocal Media — a platform where writers get paid just for sharing their stories and ideas.

It felt honest. It felt different.

No need for followers. No ads. Just write.

I decided to start again — but this time, with a different mindset.

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What I’m Doing Differently Now

This time, I’m not rushing. I’m not looking for fast cash.

I’m building slowly, patiently — and I’m following a simple but powerful plan:

✅ 1. Choosing One Platform

Instead of trying five methods at once, I chose one: Vocal Media.

It’s free. It’s beginner-friendly. It’s real.

✅ 2. Writing What I Know

I’m not trying to fake expert advice. I’m writing about my own story, experiences, and lessons.

People connect with real voices — not fake gurus.

✅ 3. Posting Weekly

My plan is to write 2–3 articles per week. I don’t need to go viral. I just need to keep showing up.

✅ 4. Promoting Smart

I’m sharing my articles in:

Facebook groups (writing, motivation, online income)

Reddit (writing or self-improvement subreddits)

WhatsApp groups

Pinterest and Twitter

Even 100 readers per article can make a big difference over time.

✅ 5. Upgrading to Vocal+ (Optional, but Helpful)

I’m planning to join Vocal+ to increase my earnings per 1,000 reads.

More reads = more earnings. And Vocal+ doubles the rate.

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My Realistic Goals (Not Dreams)

I’m not dreaming of millions anymore.

Right now, I have one goal:

👉 Earn my first $100 from writing on Vocal Media.

Once I do that, I’ll aim for $200. Then maybe $500.

But I’m not rushing. I’m learning. I’m building. I’m staying consistent.

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What You Can Learn From This

If you’ve failed before — like I did — you’re not alone. But you can turn things around if you:

Stop chasing shiny objects

Pick one real method (like writing on Vocal)

Show up every week

Write what’s real, not what’s trending

Share your story — someone needs to hear it

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Final Thoughts: You’re Closer Than You Think

Most people fail at making money online because they expect results without real effort.

But if you do the opposite — if you focus, write consistently, and stay patient — you will stand out.

Vocal Media might not make you rich overnight.

But it can help you build real income from your words.

And maybe one day, your story — the one you write today — will be the one that helps someone else not give up.

So don’t quit.

Write. Publish. Share.

And let your story begin.

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Let’s grow together — one real article at a time. 💪

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Mr Haris Khan

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  • Aleta Dubreuil7 months ago

    I've been there, trying all those online money-making methods and failing. You're right about chasing too many things at once. Focus and patience are key. Can't wait to hear your new approach.

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