I was a bit disheartened this morning, even a little angry. I tried to analyze why, because I've been having the same feeling everytime I go to work. I don't have a very difficult work. The pay is good. But why this feeling?
I’ve realized that I wasn’t growing as much there anymore. And I really wanted to blog full time already. But with the amount I’ve been earning from my blog, it’s still not enough. It isn’t even half of what I’m earning at work. And I felt more sad. When will it be enough? When will it earn? There are many blogs that don’t seem to offer so much but they’re already earning ten times what I earn now.
Then I read about Steve Pavlina’s article today Living Paycheck to Paycheck. He mentioned something that enlightened me. He says:
People essentially earn what they believe they deserve to earn. The main reason you aren’t earning more is because you know you don’t deserve it.
And then I asked myself, do I really believe that I deserve better than this? What am I giving of value that would allow me to earn as much as Stevepavlina does?
I’ve realized I didn’t believe in myself that much. I didn’t believe there is something so valuable in my blog that would allow me to earn the amount I wished to earn. And there lies the problem.
But will I stop there? Certainly not! Now that I was given a hint on what I’m doing wrong, I will definitely do something to sort things out, starting with my beliefs, starting with the value I’m giving to people.
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6 Responses to “Do I deserve my paycheck?”
Hi Jocelyn,
I’ve seen it a few times on blogs now, people second guessing the value they are adding. A lot of time people feel that because something is easy for them it should be easy for everyone. With that thinking they feel it’s not worth talking about or blogging as they don’t see it adds much value.
I think a lot of the time we sell ourselves short. Granted there’s already a discussion on every topic under the sun but where we can add value is through our own personal experiences. We all have a lot to offer when we look at it that way. So keep on going believe in yourself and remember there are no shortcuts to any place worth going.
Thanks for the encouragement, Sherri!
You found the right words to make me see the worth to what I do, to what we all blog about. We don’t blog about somebody else’s expertise, we blog about our own lives, our own blessings and enlightenment which we can share to others.
Hi Jocelyn, like Daphne said, I also appreciate your honesty.
Your position is more or less similar to mine. My dream is also to be a full time internet marketer. At this time, it is still far from expectation, but I have one target and one belief.
I’m optimistic that you are also capable if you have a belief. Do not ever doubt. Focus on the process, not the result, such as how to get more traffic, try another google ads placement, etc.
We fight together.
Always be success, Jocelyn.
Thanks a lot Ino!
It feels good that there is someone who understands and is actually out there fighting along side of you. It’s an honor to be in the same boat with bloggers like you. Keep it up as well!
Hi Jocelyn,
I appreciate your honesty. I’m not sure I want to blog full time but it’s nice to have an income from blogging that offers that option!
I’m just wondering… you said you don’t earn half as much blogging as you do working but do you spend as much time blogging as you do working? I realise that blogging is hard work and can take months or years to pay off. But at least you’re building a system and an asset and not trading hours for money.
Keep going, girl. I find it hard sometimes too but have faith in the process.
Thanks, Daphne! You’re right. I’ve got to be more patient with the process, and I should definitely be thankful because even now, a stable inflow of earnings has already begun even without me pouring hours and hours to it like a regular work.