[Day 1] Unveiling the "Dark Truth": My Honest Journey to Make Money Online

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Have you ever dreamt of escaping the 9-to-5 grind and living life on your own terms?

This dream resonates deeply with me, which is why I recently joined "Ship 30 for 30", a course designed to hone my online writing skills. But my motivation goes beyond just crafting compelling content. I'm on a mission to bring transparency and authenticity to the often-murky world of "Make Money Online" (MMO).

Here's the truth:

I'm tired of fake gurus boasting about passive income while glossing over the real struggles. The MMO landscape can be a dark and confusing place, filled with empty promises and unrealistic expectations. Many are left disillusioned and discouraged, their dreams fading faster than a click-through rate.

That's why I'm here. I want to connect with those yearning for financial freedom and a fulfilling life.

My target audience isn't just about chasing income; it's about "Chân-Thiện-Mỹ", a Vietnamese concept that translates beautifully to "Truth, Goodness, and Beauty".

• Truth because I'll share my unfiltered experiences – the wins, the losses, and the countless lessons learned the hard way. You won't find sugar-coated success stories here. Instead, I'll equip you with the knowledge to navigate the MMO world with your eyes wide open.
• Goodness because I believe in building genuine connections. Forget the "get rich quick" schemes; let's focus on building sustainable income streams that align with your values. We'll explore ethical practices and empower each other on this journey.
• Beauty because creating a life you love goes beyond just money. It's about pursuing your passions, finding fulfillment, and making a positive impact on the world.

Over the next 30 days, I'll be delving into the world of MMO, exploring:

This is your invitation to join this adventure! Whether you're a seasoned MMO enthusiast or just starting out, there's something for everyone. Ask questions, share your experiences, and let's build a community based on honesty, support, and the pursuit of a life filled with "Chân-Thiện-Mỹ".

Together, we can unveil the dark truths and illuminate a path to a brighter financial future – one built on authenticity and shared experiences.

Quick Breakdown

Above is an atomic essay, coming in at around 400 words. It tackles my motivations for joining Ship 30 and writing online.

Here's a quick breakdown of how I wrote it:

• Hook: Starts with a relatable question about escaping the 9-to-5 grind.
• Problem: Exposes the "dark truth" of fake gurus and unrealistic expectations in the MMO world.
• Solution: Introduces the concept of chân-thiện-mỹ (truth, goodness, and beauty) as the guiding principle.
• Content Promise: Briefly outlines the type of content you'll be creating - honest MMO strategies, Moondancing, and Marketing.
• Call to Action: Invites readers to join the journey and participate in building a supportive community.

This is the first step of a 30 day online writing challenge that "Ship 30 for 30" inspired me.

Daily Writing Promise

My Writing Time and Constraints:

• Time: 8-9 AM GMT+7, 30-60 min daily, 10 min editing max
• Environment: At my balcony desk
• Topic: Share my authentic Make Money Online story, with all the ups, downs, and valuable lessons learned.
• Length: 300 words min
• Platform: This blog, Twitter, TypeShare
• Cadence: Publish every day for 30 days.
• Penalty: Start over if miss more than 2

Why this online writing challenge?

I'm Tu Michael, a Vietnamese Marketing Artist and Moondancer with a strong local personal brand.

While "Tu Michael" is well-known in Vietnam, I want to take it global!

That's why I decided to join Ship 30. As someone passionate about online business, I've seen far too many fake gurus and misleading "Make Money Online" schemes.

My journey started in 2011, with a simple $5 Fiverr gig offering Moondancing services. You can read the story about "How I Made 2000USD from Working as a Freelancer on Fiverr by Dancing Like Michael Jackson"

You can watch a trailer here:

And this is another one:

Since then, it's been a rollercoaster of exploration – affiliate marketing, POD, dropshipping, AirBnB, crypto... you name it, I've tried it!

Through Ship 30, I want to share my authentic Make Money Online story, with all the ups, downs, and valuable lessons learned. My goal is to inspire others globally and help them avoid the traps and bad advice often peddled by fake gurus.

I am currently working on:

• Attracting audience
• Trust building

So that I can build my high quality list on my blog.

My 3 topics are:

• Make Money Online
• Moondancing
• Marketing

Feel free to ask me anything related to those topics.

Let's build a community based on real experiences and pave the way for genuine success!

I have also written about problems of blogging world, and I find the term "social blog" is very interesting. I will not be bother too much with SEO but use my writing skill to spread my message socially.

That's why I created an account on Typeshare.

Besides writing on this blog, I will be writing on these 2 platforms:

Typeshare: https://typeshare.co/tumichael

Twitter: https://twitter.com/tumichaelonline

So, my dear forever true good friend, Yvette Sanchez, you can follow me on those 2 platforms and read my writing, too.

With my Youtube channel, I will be uploading my old and new Moondancing videos. But writing is better to connect with people. I really want to build my personal brand globally.