Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What is IdeaMERGE.NET ?
  2. Why was IdeaMERGE.NET started?
  3. How do I become a member?
  4. How do I Upgrade to an Premium Account at IdeaMERGE.NET?
  5. How do I earn money mentoring other members?
  6. How do I earn money referring other members?
  7. How do I change my password?
  8. What are the terms of service?
  9. What is the privacy policy?
  10. How do I contact the IdeaMERGE.NET Webmaster?
  11. How do I submit an idea to the Idea Bank?
  12. How do I become the Member of the Month?
  13. Are there any specific DOs and DON'Ts while creating a profile on IdeaMERGE.NET?
  14. How do I find out more information about IdeaMERGE.NET?
  15. How do I use the Idea Lab?
  16. How long does it take to register and create a profile on IdeaMERGE.NET?
  17. How do I search/browse for mentors or protege's?

What is IdeaMERGE.NET?

[ IdeaMERGE.NET is an online community that connects creative people for the purpose of mentoring, idea exchange, and networking. ]

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Why was IdeaMERGE.NET started?

[We believe that people are creative and that everyone can learn or teach someone something that may change another person's life.  We believe that everyone has a "few" good ideas and that there is someone out there who can help make those ideas a reality.  IdeaMERGE.NET is the place where people with ideas come together with people with experience to get started making their dreams come true.]

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How do I become a member?

[Registration on IdeaMERGE.NET is extremely easy. In a single smooth procedure you can become a member and post your profile. All you need to do is fill out the required information in the Registration Form as accurately as possible and click on the 'Register" button. You have two options: Basic or Premium membership.  Basic membership provides you with access to news, information, and ideas at no charge to you.  You also have the option of upgrading to the Premium account which offers you much more flexibility and many more options for a small monthly fee. Read the BENEFITS of membership page for more information ]

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How do I Upgrade to an Premium Account at IdeaMERGE.NET?

[1. Login to your IdeaMERGE.NET Account

2. Click on the Upgrade to Premium account button and follow the instructions.]

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How do I earn money mentoring other members?

[You can earn money by sharing your insights, ideas, and advice with fellow members by becoming a mentor.  You can search IdeaMERGE.NET to find a protege who needs the skills that you have or you may be contacted by a protege who is seeking for you to serve as their mentor. the process is automated, so visit Idea Critique regularly to ensure you don't miss the opportunity to help someone.]

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How do I earn money referring other members?

[Our primary goal right now is to build our membership. We want to build this community to prepare for some exciting events we have planned for the future. We need your help.  Refer your friends and receive $1.00 for each friend who joins IdeaMERGE.NET as a Premium Member. ]

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How do I change my password?

[Visit Account link on the Main Page. Click on the Change Password link]

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What are the terms of service?

[See Terms of Service]

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What is the privacy policy?

[See Privacy Policy]

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How do I contact the IdeaMERGE.NET Webmaster?

[See Contact Us.]

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How do I submit an idea to the Idea Bank?

[Visit the Idea Bank and select Add A New Idea or Post A Reply to an Idea.]

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How do I become the Member of the Month?

[The Member of the Month is chosen at random based upon unique characteristics about a member's ideas, experience or accomplishments.]

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Are there any specific DOs and DON'Ts while creating a profile on IdeaMERGE.NET?

[ DON'Ts

Do not use your profile to display your contact details.

Do not make commercial use of it and do not include content that is vulgar, pornographic or racist.

See our Terms of Service for more details about what type of content is prohibited on IdeaMERGE.NET.

Profiles will not be approved if they contain:

Inappropriate language in your Username or Profile Personal contact information such as telephone, email or contact address

Sexually explicit language or sexual references

Defamatory, abusive, aggressive or violent content

Offensive or obscene language (including swear words)

Racially offensive or blasphemous terminology

Sexually suggestive or nudity in the photo

Infringes or violates intellectual property rights - such as a photo of a celebrity

Where the photo is a cartoon, illustration, animal, scenery or object of anything other than yourself. This photo needs to be a picture of you aged 18+, we do not allow photos of minors

Promotes a third party entity

Insufficient or illegible content

DOs

Be as detailed as possible while creating your profile.

After your profile is activated,

Upload a photo.

Add Ideas to the Idea Bank

Find a Mentor

Become A Mentor

Build Your Network

Learn and be inspired ]

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How do I find out more information about IdeaMERGE.NET?

[See Contact Us.]

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How do I use the Idea Lab?

[ You must be a Premium Member to use the Idea Lab.  The process is as follows:

  1. Add a new idea by using the Add New Idea Form.  You  must complete an Idea Form with all of the information about your idea and save it to the database.  After you save it, it will be available for view on the Idea Journal page.  You should review all of the information in the Idea Lab related to building your idea and taking action on your idea.  You should then find a mentor who has experience with ideas like your and request that they review your idea to find out how you can take action on it.]
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How long does it take to register and create a profile on IdeaMERGE.NET?

[You can register and create your profile in less than 5 minutes. However, you will get the best results if you take the time to put information that represents who you are and what you are trying to accomplish. ]

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How do I search/browse for mentors or proteges's?

[Visit the the Main Page - Click either Protege or Mentor links.  You can search for Mentors or Proteges.  You must be a Premium Member to search for Mentors and Proteges.]

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