✴️ I'M JOB FREE FOR OVER 20 YEARS BECAUSE OF THE INTERNET!!

stackin (78) in charlesfuchs • 7 years ago

What's up my STACKERS!

It's a Sunday Morning in Las Vegas and I decided to go through some old stuff that I had for many years, and look what I found, a throwback pic! 😊

This was me in 1997 working at MCI WORLDCOM cold calling people selling them long distance (yes, we had to pay extra for calling people out of state back then! lol), do you even remember those days? 🤣

It was the good ole days when minimum wage was $5.25, damn times sure has changed! I remembered it was also the year I found the internet, Yeah Yeah... it was when AOL was famous and we all had dial up modems. 😳

While working at MCI, I decided that enough was enough and that I was built a different way. I just knew the Internet was the future so I decided to quit my job to focus making a living online starting with couple hundreds bucks that I saved up. 👨🏼‍💻

Yeah I was scared as hell... 20 years old with nothing but I had to take a chance. I remember reading a Jim Rohn book that year and he stated that change must happen now or you will be stuck for the rest of your life.

Remember, I was a broke growing up living in a shack... yeah this was my house listed below... 1000 SQ of true poverty (from 1995-2001) but that didn't stop me. 🏚️

So what I'm am trying to say, it was 1000X times harder to make money 20 years ago online than today... we didn't have any social media, cell phones, websites etc... etc...

Regardless of a persons situation, if you want it bad enough... anyone can make it happen. It doesn't take money to make money, it takes patience and courage.

So we all should be grateful that we have Steemit, a new platform that we all can "Make It Happen" if we do our best and never quit.

So with that being said, I hope this post motivates and inspires you that "You can make it happen" with tons of drive and effort. 💁🏼‍♂️

Have an awesome Sunday Steemians! 💞

P.S. For those who are interested in following my "Daily Activities" that I do in very "short form". Follow me here: @charles-fuchs.

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7 years ago by stackin (78)

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adamantine (53) · 7 years ago

Thank you for your inspirational story, I can really relate to it myself from my own life. I totally agree, patience and courage are the most important things, and I'd also add self-discipline. True wealth is what you have inside you. Even if you lose all your money you can get it back if you have the mindset, and if you don't you can have a ton of money and blow it all.

skytrex (59) · 7 years ago (edited)

Hard work always pays off, GJ my friend!

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

Grind Lifestyle, the only way to live lol

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robertchr (9) · 7 years ago (edited)

Good post, I remember paying to cal long distance!

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

Those were some crazy days, I had a pager haha

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thecryptotrader (63) · 7 years ago

Oh, really some people still work out there? ahah

kidding, btw internet has a lot of potential ;)

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

That dial up modem was awesome but I remembered it was the best thing I ever seen back then lol

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yaanivapeji (65) · 7 years ago

Congrats to you @stackin.

For me, it is just now i have started to explore the internet for financial freedom through steemit.

richreck (46) · 7 years ago

EVERYONE can make it if they work hard enough.

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

Totally agree :)

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matthewdavid (54) · 7 years ago

Thanks for the motivational post. I am trying to figure out how to do more work and investment online. I've learned so much since joining Steemit in June and I can definitely see that there's a way to make enough with trading crypto, writing on Steemit and a few other things.

Good to remember what you've accomplished and how far you've come.

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

Same here, we are all in this together... we have not seen anything yet 😎

shencoin (55) · 7 years ago (edited)

hmmm internet provides some own busines and make us owner with only freedom which we not get in jobs @stackin and u look awesome and young cool boy in 1997

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

That's funny lol ... yeah, it's the road to real freedom :)

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joendegz (61) · 7 years ago

times are changing ant technology is at the heart of it, its disrupting every industry, glad you found your niche early

robi (52) · 7 years ago

Thanks for a good read :)

chrisroberts (65) · 7 years ago

That's a really incredible accomplishment! It's all set up to make it really difficult to succeed without a "job."

The more I see the potential of Steem, the more my work hours seem like wasted time, even though I'm making money for the bills.

This is huge. We're breaking free of financial servitude. Congratulations, Charles!

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

You got this Bossman 🙌🏼

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kartiksingh (65) · 7 years ago

this period will be known in history by the name of internet ...INTERNET ERA...this is the best invention ever.......likewise ...steemit and cryptos
..thanx for sharing your story..it motivates lots of people who thinks that internet is just for entertainment purpose only..just like my mom thinks that..

stokjockey (70) · 7 years ago

Vegas Baby !!! Charles @stackin

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

Ya all bout that Vegas life haha

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rival (67) · 7 years ago

Thank you. And steemit does it already for me. Small sp but growing. Being a witness and contribute

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

That's awesome @rival, 2018 is going to be a great year for Steemit :)

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mydivathings (66) · 7 years ago

Dial up. Haha, remember having to wait while a photo loads?

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

Hey now! haha ... the good ole days, this picture was a Polaroid haha

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yato (43) · 7 years ago

I mean, you still have a job. Even if your work is your company, you do something, which is a job(even if it's fun).
Very intresting post, followed!

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

I have no Boss, I do what I want when I want :)

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omarf (44) · 7 years ago

Damn it! I've been trying to do the same thing for a few months now....I can't believe I chose to work real jobs where you have to get up, get ready, commute to work! Now that I've stopped, it seems so RIDICULOUS!

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

It takes time, took 2 years of failure 😀

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lordoftruth (71) · 7 years ago

You did great my friend
By the way I left my work 17 years ago for the same reason
Thanks for sharing
You are great steemer
Keep it up

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

Thanks Bossman! We are like minded STEEMIANS 😂

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jaraumoses (68) · 7 years ago

Thanks for the life story that's inspiring and motivating...

Regardless of a persons situation, if you want it bad enough... anyone can make it happen. It doesn't take money to make money, it takes patience and courage.

Keep Steemin.

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

Steemit for life 😀

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jaraumoses (68) · 7 years ago

True that..Steemit til the end of time!

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normalbro (55) · 7 years ago

"it was 1000X times harder to make money 20 years ago online than today"
True that.

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

I was doing tiny classified ads for marketing in newspapers back then 😂

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brianphobos (70) · 7 years ago

Nice!

Started Snap'n Necks and Cash'n Checks!

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

I’m stealing that brand lol

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thatswhatsup (33) · 7 years ago

That's what's up.

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

Yeahhhhhh Buddy!

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attilashorde (35) · 7 years ago

Thanks for the motivation!

alishannoor (64) · 7 years ago

@stackin yes f you stick to internet it will give you so much that you donot need to work else this

forexbrokr (67) · 7 years ago

Inspiring to look back at how far we've come sometimes.

Keep on stack'n mate!

splendorhub (61) · 7 years ago

@stackin Awesome way to star a Sunday morning. Loving the vibes.
I strongly believe that we are in such a awesome time of opportunities, where if you're hungry enough...and focus to change your future/situation it can happened for anyone. Anyone can make it happen!
I'm have definitely been blessed to have found Steemit! Good picture btw.

I have a challenge for you...

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

You are awesome @splendorhub! The best comment of the day... yeah that picture is 20 years old. OMG haha

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splendorhub (61) · 7 years ago

Thank you! Great minds think alike. Not bad for being a 20 year old pic haha
I would love to nominate for the 7day BW challenge. Ready ?

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stackin (78) · 7 years ago

Maybe haha

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splendorhub (61) · 7 years ago

Is not that hard, in fact is fun. With your creativity...I'll be fun to see what you come up with :) Best wishes to you always!

blazing (70) · 7 years ago

Lifes changing i see some inspiration here to go beyond

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

Im bringing in the action lol

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mammasitta (70) · 7 years ago

Hahaha meeee tooooo

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

Boss lady 😂💖

mammasitta (70) · 7 years ago

That’s such “cute” word 🙏🐬

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princessmewmew (66) · 7 years ago

ain't that the truth! If you want something badly enough, you will make the time and put in the effort!

cute ol' pic!

stackin (78) · 7 years ago (edited)

I was a little kid trying to make it happen in the 90’s haha

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annie.kutelova (50) · 7 years ago

I agree with everything you say. Being in an office for 8 hours and hating your job is the worst. That`s not life. We must definitely do whatever it takes to be happy with our choices, work and etc

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

Yippie!! lol ... Great blog, I'll follow ya back on Instagram :)

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annie.kutelova (50) · 7 years ago

thanksss, it`s so kind of youu :) did the same for ya :))

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fitinfun (71) · 7 years ago

I paid big bucks for long distance back in the 1980's. My family was in another country and I missed them. My bills would get to $200 a month and I was making nothing. So I got rid of the phone for years until I finally got it together. This was a phone attached to the wall. No cell phones for sure.

Good for you for showing us such a great example. Jim Rohn is amazing and I should have listened better like you.

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

I remember those good ole days also haha... can’t beleive people were spending $400+ a month on long distance 😂

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tesaganewton (66) · 7 years ago

Regardless of a persons situation, if you want it bad enough... anyone can make it happen. It doesn't take money to make money, it takes patience and courage.

Thanks for the inspiration, am a minnow and such posts give me motivation to push through and also be able to inspire someday

stackin (78) · 7 years ago

Never stop, you got this 🙌🏼

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rabeel (71) · 7 years ago (edited)

nice memmories of past you shared. you are right saying that back in 20 years it is much harder to make money online due to the lack of social media, internet and other facilities.

So we all should be grateful that we have Steemit, a new platform that we all can "Make It Happen" if we do our best and never quit.
anyone can make it happen. It doesn't take money to make money, it takes patience and courage.

Thanks a lot @stackin for sharing such a valuable guidelines.

luja (49) · 7 years ago

And I have a job because of the internet.

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eggmaster (25) · 7 years ago

"Fuck a job" - Stitches

Wonderful words to live by

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vipin99 (57) · 7 years ago

congratulation internet world is crazy world.

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bbour (33) · 7 years ago

you are talking about a time I can' remember ! Maybe because i wasn't born yet :') Inspiring story :)

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topdollar001 (50) · 7 years ago

Ain't dat d life?

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khaleelkazi (75) · 7 years ago

It doesn't take money to make money, it takes patience and courage.

Amen 🙏🏽

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yassine92 (34) · 7 years ago

good post Bro really people still work there ?????

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theshark (37) · 7 years ago

Well played my man! Keep on crushing.

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david777111 (61) · 7 years ago

Thanks for showing us your history Charles. You did very well.

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jdubz34 (44) · 7 years ago

Great read! It's crazy how far the internet has come!

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cutiepie (58) · 7 years ago

You living life great life experiences you have

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lifecruiser (57) · 7 years ago

Good to know about you man, keep rocking. Never stop!

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faisal79 (53) · 7 years ago

Fabulous one!!!
Thanks for a great read :)

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iloegbunamagnes (26) · 7 years ago

thanks @stackin you just motivated me i don't mind if you follow me @iloegbunamagnes

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jjeeppeerrxx143 (46) · 7 years ago

And a lot of people leave their job because of this technology. Great post!

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hozzaraphaed (31) · 7 years ago

Hallo @Stackin, Thank you for your nice article!! I have already upvote, I would like to ask you kindly to upvote for my article - A FRIEND IN NEED IS A FRIEND INDEED “A person who serves at a hard situation is a true friend” - STEEMIT FRIENDS/ COMMUNITY: LOVE, SUPPORT, KINDNESS, AND HAPPINESS TO EACH OTHER (READING, UPVOTING AND COMMENTING).

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axios (62) · 7 years ago

Super dope man! I can totally relate in my own way. Glad you found your way and lived life to the fullest. Even when it was scary to do so.

Would love to hear your thoughts regarding my recent post about true boldness and how to harness it: Be Bold And Mighty Forces Will Come To Your Aid

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luja (49) · 7 years ago

Yes! I agree 100%.

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enriqueig (59) · 7 years ago

Lol. the past ever is back of we forever

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kaykunoichi (62) · 7 years ago

This is dope I love it. You get really creative coming from nothing! That photo of you cold calling is classic!

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