I've learned a lot since getting into the adult internet business. The first and most obvious lesson is that it's tough. In fact, it's arguable whether I'm actually "in the business" yet, as months of work haven't yet yielded affiliate sales or income.

Still, progress is being made on several fronts, including my knowledge of design and other technical skills; the quantity and quality of photos and videos within my sites; and finally site traffic. Although mostly referred...