99,9 % OF THESE METHODS DON'T WORK

Agreed yes. Though, there is a higher level of transparency on the internet nowadays. Reviews are also all over killing off the stuff that just wastes your time. I must admit that in the beginning I was fooled a couple of times - YouTube & clickbank scams. Mostly blackhat as well. YouTube & clickbank are totally reputable of course but the methods used to make $ was far from ethical and the person buying the stuff to help you make money only knows this after purchasing which is in essence to late. I would say about 75% of the total amount of stuff out there don't work, and 25% does work. Ad & Cpa networks do work if your willing to work. Just my 2cents on the matter..