This refers to the consequence of our message. It could include:
money
power
notoriety
respect
or even the hope of the actual difference we hoped for
We might be altruistic and just appreciate a simple thank you or just focus entirely on becoming a billionaire.
Who is going to make a buck off of this?
So to judge the idea of gain, connecting the WHO, the WHAT, and the REASON may hold crucial clues.
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What is it and how to protect yourself against it.
Cybersmile Foundation is a nonprofit organization that is "committed to digital wellbeing and tackling all forms of bullying and abuse online."
They have a lot of resources you should check out.
Can you make a "passive income on the Internet? Here is an interesting video that covers nine different ways
And, as reminded, one makes money by creating something of value.
What is the power of ads in your own life? Follow the money by watching the best Super Bowl ads from 2020.
What techniques do they use to get your dollar?
Sometimes it seems like everyone wants to get their hands on your money. One wishes that these folks would use their clever skills to fool us into help make a positive difference; perhaps they don't know how...
Here is a link to a website that teaches older folks how to avoid scams but it also has warnings for teens. Perhaps you can protect yourself better with these ideas, but also help the adults in your live avoid them also.