During this period of financial uncertainty, I’ve been looking for ways to save more money.
To do that, I’ve turned to the encyclopedia of our times – YouTube.
While surfing my favourite personal finance channels, I’m often interrupted by ads featuring someone telling me that I can quit my job today, live my dreams and earn $XX,XXX in a week.
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Feeling partly intrigued, annoyed and also amused, I decided to take a deeper look into these ‘internet marketing gurus’.
I found that there were jarringly similar traits amongst these ‘experts’.
So if you’re also one who has had your videos interrupted by a:
“Just give me 30 seconds of your time, and I’ll show you the best way to become rich!”
You’re not alone.
Here are some of the common tactics used by these businesses to lure individuals with lofty dreams....