The late 1990s were a time of discovery on the internet. Back then, opportunities to earn online seemed endless, but finding something sustainable and profitable was a challenge. My first ventures into online earning were unconventional, with plenty of trial and error. While the results were far from stellar, they provided valuable lessons and cautionary tales that shaped the foundation for everything I’ve pursued since. The Wild West Days: Late 1990s My first foray into making money online involved promoting adult sites. It was difficult, competitive work, and despite spending countless hours hosting websites and buying domains, I earned less than $200. Financially, it was a loss, but the experience…