A lot.
I've turned down friendships. I've lost connection with old
family members. I spent lots, and lots of money to try and
experiment with new strategies, methods, and ideas...
and it's payed off in more ways you can imagine.
The sacrifices were worth it because I didn't damage my
personal life so much to the point where I have "no one"
and it's beyond repair -- but it was tough nonetheless.
I say "was" because, after 4-5 years that sacrifice slowed
down considerably. I'm making more money than I could
possibly imagine and, ironically, it has nothing to do with
internet marketing.
My life is simpler because of my decision to go into Direct
Mail Marketing. Scaling is at least 10x easier to do. It's a
consistent business and the changes are few - if any.
It only took 3 years for me to "discover" it. Another year
to DO something with it. And although I'm still on a cool
journey, I can honestly say the TOUGHEST part has come
too pass but the challenges of now DEALING with more
money has yet to come.
It's all a journey. And I embrace it. And to johny, don't
give up hope.
Some people it takes as long as 1 year to have their
breakthrough, for others (like me) it can take up to 4
years.
Don't be closed minded to other opportunities that will
come your way, but don't be so quick to buy into every
new shiny object, too.
Learn to be discerning AND follow your gut instinct. It's
what I've done, and it'll work in your favor.