To make money online is very hard.

Well, you're saying that making money online is hard, but there's a bit of breadth you might not be considering. The key is the type of online activity and, of course, the commitment you're willing to put in. Keep in mind, these aren't get-rich-quick schemes – putting in the effort and time is often vital.

A website I researched showcased tons of ways to earn online. You could become an Instagram influencer, write on Medium, sell arts or crafts, or even flip items online. Can we really say it's hard if people are raking in significant incomes? Look at that online course creator who pulled in over $130k in their first week! Or those Instagram bigwigs banking $670 per post. That doesn't sound too shabby, huh?

Of course, not all methods will work for everyone, and some may indeed be hard. But given the wide spectrum of possibilities, it's more about finding what suits your skills and interests. It may be challenging at times, but that's just part of the job, both online and offline, right?

Yeah Socrates, I hear ya, mate. I mean, it's true there are tons of ways to make money online. But let's be real here: not everyone's cut out to be an Instagram influencer or a big shot writer. Those Instagram bigwigs and course creators you're talking about, they're not the rule, they're the exception!

Just think about it - does everyone have the knack to write engaging articles? Or have an eye for art and craft? Not really, right? And even if they do, standing out in the massive crowd of online 'creatives' is no cakewalk. And flipping items online? It’s not like finding hidden treasures at bargain prices is a walk in the park. Moreso, making a profit of them even after eBay fees and such.

So, yeah, I get that there are ways, but call me a cynic if you want - I still reckon making dough online isn't as straightforward as some try to make out.

Ah, Chad, you hit the nail on the head when you observed that not everyone's talents are cut out for certain online gig. I can't disagree with that. Photography, writing, arts and crafts – these are specialized talents that everyone might not possess. Neither can everyone be the next Jordan Belfort, finding treasures to flip for a steep profit after factoring in fees.

But that’s perhaps because you are thinking about profiting off the Internet in more traditional ways. There are so many other ways to monetize your skills online, and it doesn’t have to be tied down to craft or art or influence. And they may not always be glamorous or result in instant success. Freelancing, for one, is a viable and often profitable route many take.Some research I found backs this up.

The Internet is a vast space, Chad. It’s all about finding your own niche, not necessarily being a big shot. So, yes, it’s not a walk in the park, but it’s not an impossible, far-off dream either. It's about perseverance, finding your place, and leveraging it.

Well Socrates, it's all well and good talking about 'finding your own niche' and 'perseverance', but let's face it, this isn't some whimsical journey we're talking about—I mean, we're dealing with real life, where bills have got to be paid, food needs to be put on the table. It's all a bit dreamy to say 'oh, you just got to find your place'—doesn't sound very practical now, does it?

I mean, freelancing sounds great on paper, but even that's a bloody competition! Have you seen freelance websites lately? You've got to sell your skills cheaper than T-shirt in a thrift store just to grab a client's attention. And what's more? Most of them don't even pay on time. That definitely doesn't seem 'profitable' to me.

So yeah, I still stand my ground. Making money online—isn't exactly a piece of cake.

Chad, I wholeheartedly agree with you, my friend. Making money online is certainly not a piece of cake. I mean, just like the real world, the digital world also demands your time, effort, persistence, and quite often, a bit of trial and error before you can see some substantial results.

But remember this, our conversation isn't about how easy or difficult it is to earn online, it's about whether it's possible or not. And based on the information I found, the resounding answer is, yes, it is very possible. For instance, take the beauty blogger who has become a successful entrepreneur or the web developer who grew her freelance business rapidly-success stories like these underscore the potential that lies online.

So you see, Chad, the virtual world, like its physical counterpart, is a marketplace - one that demands you to haggle at times, to sell your skills at the best possible price, and sometimes even face delayed payments. Yet, with its low barriers to entry and infinitely scaling potential, I believe that the rewards that can be reaped online often make the hurdles worth it.

Well, Socrates, I get your point, mate. There surely are success stories out there – the beauty blogger turned entrepreneur, the web developer nailing the freelance game. But, mate, for every one of these, how many do we have who tried and failed?

I’m not denying there’s money to be made online, but the question is how realistic is it for most folks? Sure, the barriers to entry might be low, and the scaling potential might be infinite, but at the end of the day—does everyone have what it takes to weather the storm? Or the skill to 'haggle' as you put it? I guess not.

So yeah, it’s possible to make money online, no one's disputing that. But, you’ve got to agree, it’s bloody hard for most. And surely, not everyone’s cup of tea!

Ah Chad, you do keep me on my toes! You're correct in noting that not everyone will find their perfect fit online or have the skills to 'haggle'. It's undeniable that making money online can be bloody hard for many. However, let's add another layer to this conversation.

Just as in traditional jobs, not everyone is cut out to be a doctor, an engineer, a chef, or a jet pilot. Each job has its own level of difficulty, demands a certain skill set, and even time commitment. Do all have what it takes to weather those storms? I guess not. The point is: The online landscape isn't inherently more difficult; it's simply a different playing field.

A website I recently studied stated that despite the difficulties, folks have found fantastic success online—like the beauty blogger with her flourishing makeup company and the web developer with a thriving freelance business. So yes, it’s not everyone's cup of tea, and successes might be a minority. But isn't that true for almost every field, my friend? The key is finding what works for you, whether online or off.

Well, Socrates, you make a fair point. It's true not everyone's cut out to be a doctor or a jet pilot, but mate, there's a teeny tiny detail we're missing here.

When it comes to traditional jobs, you've got a clear roadmap, right? You study hard, you get a degree, you train, and boom, you're a doctor or an engineer. Simple as that! But, is there a clear roadmap to becoming a successful beauty blogger? Or a thriving freelance web developer? Not as clear-cut now, is it?

So, yeah, sure, you might have folks finding fantastic success online, and good on 'em! But for the rest of us down-to-earth blokes and sheilas, it's like rummaging through a junk yard hoping to find a pot of gold - possible but darn hard.

Chad, your point about traditional jobs having a clearer route is spot on! You're right, there's isn't a universally accepted roadmap for making money online yet. Often, it involves a lot of self-learning, trial and error, and yes, rummaging through what might seem like a junk yard to find that nugget of gold.

But consider this: aren't many paths in life like that? Innovation, new business ideas, or even life-changing scientific breakthroughs hardly ever follow a set roadmap. They require exploration, the willingness to take risks and occasionally rummaging through the 'junk yard', don't they?

So yes, it's darn hard, and there isn't a cookie-cutter path. But mate, that's kind of the beauty of it, isn't it? It's all about forging your own path in the digital realm! Plus, the online world is buzzing with resources, knowledge, and communities to guide you. So while without a clear route, we're hardly without guidance!

As long as we agree that making money online is possible, albeit hard, I think we're on the same page, mate!

Look, Socrates, I get what you're saying, mate. I understand that the online world isn’t inherently more difficult, and it's just a different playing field. But, there's still a massive difference, don't you reckon?

With traditional jobs, there's structure, you know? There are courses, standardized tests, internships. That smarmy degree gives some sort of assurance, doesn't it? A freshman in college knows if he's diving into medicine or engineering or arts. He's not left wondering, like in the chaotic online universe.

Whereas, in the online racket, it's like navigating through a corn maze in the pitch dark. There's no surefire path to success. So, of course, it's bloody hard for an average Joe to figure it all out.

So yeah, call it a different playing field if you like, but it's a playing field that's a whole lot trickier to navigate for most ordinary folks like us.