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PTC Box has finally launched!!

December 2nd, 2011 10 comments

First.. I’d like to thank everyone for all the wonderful comments from my previous post. Opening up and being an honest type of guy was my intention when I started this blog; even if it meant sharing embarrassing details about my life. Then again, most of us have a less than perfect life, so Hey, when you start your own blog, don’t be afraid to be a real person. Your readers will connect better with you.

Anyways… Moving and Moving “In” to the new house was my focus last month so I really didn’t find the time to reply to any of the comments. Which really is pathetic since I found the time to re-discover “Hulu” and watch old UFC fights for an hour or so before bed every night this month. Since I’ve lost my office I’ve rediscovered my big super comfy recliner and have been melting in it with my lap top every night. A great way to end the night but not very productive.

Back to the topic of today’s post.

PTC Box has finally launched!!

For those of you not in the know. The long respected MatrixMails has promised us a new site for over a year now. MatrixMails is one of the few PTC sites that have stood the test of time and thrived since 2002. I don’t join most of the new PTC sites these days, but MatrixMails was one of my first many years ago. Although they have had problems with paypal and now only pay through AlertPay, I’ve never had an issue and still consider MatrixMails one of my favorites.

PTC Box. First off, I love the name. When I first saw it a couple days ago I had to do a double take. I’m so used to “Bux” sites being all the rage that I almost slapped my self in the head in disbelief…”Did they really just create another “Bux” site?” Nope. Not that I’m against Bux sites ( although I don’t join 99% of them ), I just wanted to be refreshed with a new idea.

PTC Box has a few new ideas. Including the “Chat with your Referral when they are online” feature.

Another feature that I like is the custom upgrade option. I think it’s very important to upgrade in a program that your serious about and plan to promote. Most importantly though I think it’s even more important to not be pressured into spending money beyond your budget in hopes of making more money. Don’t be pressured into would of, could of’s, should of’s. Stick with what you can afford and move in a positive direction.

Of course being a Free member is fine as well and with the minimum $2 cash out it’s nice to see that everyone has a realistic chance of seeing some extra dough in the not so distant future.

So what is my upgrade level going to be? Honestly, I really didn’t plan for any new upgrades this month. Although I have been anticipating the launch of PTC Box, for some time now, I think I’m going to customize my upgrade with less personal click earnings and focus more on getting another level of downline earning. Haven’t quite decided but my budget is going to be in the $30 to $40 dollar range. For a year that’s pretty darn reasonable. Most importantly, the money I’m spending is money I’m already making online and what I can comfortably afford to lose. Sure I’ll probably lose out on some potential earnings by not upgrading higher, but it’s what I can afford this month and my earnings will increase without overextending my budget.

Once again, PTC Box as with all programs I talk about here, are Free to Join, Earn and Cash Out. Oh and yes, you do have the option of paypal for your cash outs.

So first impressions are pretty good. A much anticipated site with a few twists should make for a fun new program.

Of course I’ll expect some growing pains as PTC Box evolves in the next couple months; but that’s normal when a new site launches.

In the meantime. It’s cold outside and I’m not happy about it! At all!! So with that said my signature will remain

Phil ( is it Summer yet ) Ames

The Basics

July 19th, 2011 2 comments

One thing I’m an advocate for in the gym is the basics. Sure I’ll hit my muscles with different techniques and exercises, but my foundation is always centered around a few basic fundamental exercises. Bench Press, Squats, Bar Bell Curls, Military Press and Rows for back. These exercises were the corner stone of my growth when I started bodybuilding ( not professionally ) in my 20′s. While it’s a bit tougher to get in the gym these days, when I do however, I always focus first on those few basic exercises. Did I mention “Incline Dumbbell Presses”? Man I love those!!

Anyways..

In today’s PTC ( paid to click ) market, where new sites pop up everyday and just as fast.. shut down for whatever reason. I feel it’s important to not forget some of the basic programs that have been doing there thing for many years. A lot of the money I make online today is from the programs I joined years ago. Although, some might not be as flashy or exciting as some of the newer sites that have come and gone over the last couple years, but at the end of the day what are you looking for. Flash or Sustainability?

Of course ClixSense is a must join. Online and paying since 2007 and now with weekly payouts and a new look. No referrals to rent, a very reasonable yearly upgrade ( recommended but optional ), and one of the best multi-tier commission structures in the industry. ClixSense is arguably the best and most sustainable programs today.

Hits4Pay, I believe is one of the oldest Paid to Read ( PTR ) programs out there. Although I joined in 2006, Hits4Pay claims to have opened shop back in 1998. Hits4Pay is one of the few sites without an upgrade option. Meaning everyone earns at the same payment structure and everyone has the same cash out level. Although you won’t see a ton of ads, the two levels of referral commissions is quite generous.

Since 2003 WordLinx continues to be one of my favorites. Lot’s of daily ads and a great place to advertise.

Other notables worth exploring include: AdPaid ( since 2004 ), Donkeymails ( since 2005 ), and although not a PTC, MyFreeShares ( since 2004 ) is definitely worth adding to this list…

…and of course MatrixMails. Online and paying since 2002 MatrixMails frustrates me sometimes. They have promised a brand new site since last March and the off again on again PayPal status is something I hope they figure out soon. Still, the upgrade options have always been more than generous and “MatrixMails” remains one of my favorite sites.

In closing, I learned the basic’s in the gym years ago. In regards to online money making, like I’ve said before I don’t join a lot of new programs. Mostly I stick with the Basics.

Phil ( philsfault ) Ames

How are you doing with Get Bux Today?

March 26th, 2011 24 comments

Okay, so I just looked at the date of my last post and then looked at today’s date.

Holy Wow!! It’s been a whole month since I’ve written anything new. Considering all the “blockbuster news and going’s on” these days you’d think I’d be publishing daily posts.

Honestly, I really think I have A.D.D. ( or is it ADHD ).

Since I’m known at work as the guy who hates lull’s and likes to share every detail of my life ( I talk a lot ) with whoever I corner, I see no excuse for not writing more often. Lets face it… I usually have a lot to say, both online and off.

Really not sure what my problem is.

So lets stop this vicious cycle and turn over a new leaf. More writing and less thinking about writing.

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There really has been a lot going on these last couple months in this wild and wacky world of online money making.

The new and improved ClixSense

The big changes over at NeoBux.

and of course Brian Rooney’s launch of GetBuxToday.

I’m going to save my comments, concerns and opinions on NeoBux and ClixSense for future ( Near Future!! ) posts, and today focus on GetBuxToday.

How are you doing with Get Bux Today?

I only ask that question because I know most of you who follow me, took action on day one when I announced that Brian had launched GBT, and joined under me. A big thanks to all of you and proof that honest blogging ( promoting ) pays off.

Whether you joined under me or not I want to hear your success stories. I know it’s been less than two months since the launch, but I’m expecting some really awesome results here.

Here’s mine…

In less than two months I’ve been paid $526.50 as of today; 3/26/2011

I’m earning the maximum $15 per day payout for an upgraded “Platinum” member.

My current direct referrals ( I don’t do Renting or Co ops! ) is: 247. This number goes up and down as I lose referrals due to inactivity and gain referrals from promoting. The bottom line is increased earning.

My current personal clicks per day. I’m seeing a good number of “other than admin ads” everyday so that’s always a good sign. Although I suspect that because of the limit set on daily cashouts, a lot of members earning over the daily payout range are opting to use their excess earnings for promotions. I would love to see some stat’s on this.

Once again,

How are you doing with GetBuxToday? I really want to know. For those who need a bit of help, I have something planned come April. I don’t want to make you lazy, but I do want to give those who are struggling and joined under me a boost. More on that later.

Hope everyone is enjoying the weekend.

Phil ( philsfault ) Ames