How to find work on the internet (without getting scammed!)

I've been trying to find work on the internet for quite a while now. Exactly how long? I'm ashamed to say, but it's been a long time and I've spent some money. One of the things I've learned is that people (Me Included) will spend Money to get information. I've always got just enough info to make me want more. There are several ways to Money online but you have to be patient. You don't get a ton of money overnight.

Become an affliate to a program(s)you are comfortable with. Push it with your links on as many sites as possible. If your good with Office or a similar program, You can sell your abilities as an administrtive assistant or programer. Create webpages and Put your adsense links on your pages and market them. Write articles like this one here on Hubpages.com or another site of your choice. Monetize your blog. Make and Publish e-books, Sell on auction sites. etc. I've come to the conclusion that you have to make your work on the internet, you don't find it!

A few things I've learned:

1. If you have to pay for it? (DON'T) There are Thousands of Wonderful people online who can and WILL Help you for NO COST!

2. Don't wait for it to come to you! (IT WON'T)

3. Make your decision on what route you will go and run with it. (JUST DO IT).

4. Don't harass your friends or family, Don't Spam!

5. Advertise, Advertise, Advertise!

6. Write because you enjoy it!

7. Do what you Love! The money will follow. (EVENTUALLY).