Can You Share You Success Stories?

Hi all,

I'm wondering how successful people have been making money online. If you have (even if it's an entirely minute amount), please share the following things with me (if you feel comfortable):

1. What was your startup budget?
2. How much initial knowledge did you have?
3. How many hours did you put in initially?
4. How many hours do you put in now?
5. How much of your start-up money did you spend?
6. How much initial research did you do?
7. How long did/does your method take you to reach its profitable/maximum potential?
8. If you used a method that was different than what it is now, can you explain in detail what it was? If you are still using it, can you explain very vaguely how it works?

I really need some inspiration. Thanks all!