It is estimated that at about 80% of those starting out in internet marketing are not successful. The countless ads and hyped up success stories - and even the legitimate stories of success - don't tell you that. Instead many offer up screen shots of their Paypal reports to prove daily earnings showing $100, $500, $1000 and even more. And they promise riches in 3 days or less if only you will do what they do and pay them to tell you how to do it.

I believe that the biggest part of winning is a matter of believing you can. Soon after starting an online business, those with common senses and good business sense - realize the need to dig in for the long haul. The fact is it usually takes time to build a business or perhaps more crucially, it takes time to achieve credibility. So forget about making it in a few days or weeks. It just isn't going to happen for 99.9% of people.

Always remember that there are thousands out there doing the same thing you are and the only way to stand out is through creativity and unique ideas. Once you are a creator it will set you apart from your competition. It helps to be known as someone who writes his own articles, ads, press releases and blog posts. Even if you use the work of others for research you will stand out by doing so creatively and by adding your personal touch.

Internet marketing is a relatively new field, the new Wild West, and this causes many people to be enthusiastic and skeptical at the same time. Countless sales pages display pictures of houses, cars and checks to try to convince themselves and countless others that it is possible ! The reality is that it won't happen overnight.

In today's "instant gratification" society, most are not ready to commit the next few years of their lives to build a business, a business that would take them past their retirement age. For all of those who come to internet marketing with $$$$$ signs in front of their eyes, the reality soon bites hard! There is a long hard road ahead, of struggles and sacrifices. Once that sets in it brings out the best in everyone with a drive and commitment to success.

But still, success is entirely within the grasp of those who are willing to commit themselves to the pain of growth, hardship and learning. Knowing the reality of internet marketing with the hype removed and the facts in front of you are you prepared to give what it takes?