I have no idea how much time it takes to write a blog versus creating, maintaining, and editing it (keeping up with and implementing the latest developments in internet technology and the blogosphere). My friend says he has 10 years of experience with web development and could provide all of the “internet marketing, e-commerce, blogging, search engine optimization, web application development, social networking, social media optimization, graphic design, interface design, copywriting, etc.” He proposed splitting the profits from ads, affiliate links, etc. 50/50 and letting me keep 100% of the profits I get from referrals for my private counseling business, but 50/50 feels too high. What do you think is a reasonable percentage split of profits? Would you recommend splitting profits, or having some other business model (flat fee, hourly pay, etc.)? And any suggestions on how to fashion a prearranged buyout agreement in case we decide to split ways in the future so I can retain the site?

I have no idea how much time it takes to write a blog versus creating, maintaining, and editing it (keeping up with and implementing the latest developments in internet technology and the blogosphere). My friend says he has 10 years of experience with web development and could provide all of the “internet marketing, e-commerce, blogging, search engine optimization, web application development, social networking, social media optimization, graphic design, interface design, copywriting, etc.” He proposed splitting the profits from ads, affiliate links, etc. 50/50 and letting me keep 100% of the profits I get from referrals for my private counseling business, but 50/50 feels too high. What do you think is a reasonable percentage split of profits? Would you recommend splitting profits, or having some other business model (flat fee, hourly pay, etc.)? And any suggestions on how to fashion a prearranged buyout agreement in case we decide to split ways in the future so I can retain the site?

Nothing big (or, so I just go and assume) other than some work that would re-create some of the big online sellers type atmosphere, along with setting up selling system.

Have a regular brick store but thinking of expanding my niche to the internet, though as with everything money is an issue. Anyone have any ideas of how much this will all realistically cost, and possibly point me in the direction of finding somebody (like, a market area for web-designers?) to create the page?

Im looking for a way to make a couple hundred dollars a month online. I know all the sites that say you can make millions are bullshit. Im looking for something that i can make a side income of maybe a hundred or so a week. Im willing to put in as much time as needed i just cant tell which sites are legit and which ones are scams.

I am going to try and explain my situation briefly:

I am 24 years old and graduated from a state university a little over a year ago with a Bachelor’s in Marketing. While in school, it took me awhile to figure out what field of study I wanted to concentrate in. I kept putting off this decision in hopes that a random class would spark my interest in a specific field. Ultimately, I decided that a business degree would be my best bet because it could open the door to multiple possibilities (e.g. careers or graduate school).

Presently, I am working as a sales rep for a transportation company. I really like the company and people that I work for. There is great opportunity for success in the position and I am extremely grateful to have a full-time job (especially in this job market). However, the longer I have worked in sales, the more I seem to question my career path. It is still very early in my career, but when I think about where I want to be in 5 years, I really don’t think I will be happy in my current position. I can’t pinpoint exactly what makes me unhappy here, but I feel like my personality doesn’t mesh well with those in sales.

Marketing is a fairly broad field, so I feel like I still have plenty of options. Recently I have been looking at going back to school. After exploring (mostly through online material) in both undergraduate and graduate programs, I have found an interest in Computer Graphic Design at a “Technical” college. I feel that it coincides well with my Marketing degree and will allow me to specialize in a direction that I believe is more suitable to my situation. I am hoping that I would not have to take every prerequisite credit hour since I have already taken some of the classes in pursuit of my previous degree.

Obviously, this is a major personal and financial decision. I was hoping that someone could share some insight or experiences. Is it practical to go back for another degree?

Thanks for your time.