kingofoverkill

I would recommend adding hostgator to the list. I have had good results with them.

What are the best webmaster forums? Has anyone paid to be part of webmasterworld?  Is it worth the fee?

I agree that working face to face with people and selling are good.  Another way is to teach some sort of classes.  This requires you to prepare, put together the information in an organized way and learn different methods of delivering the information (visual, auditory and kinetic) to get people to learn.

Have you found anything yet?  I have had good results with hostexcellence for good value for a cheap shared hosting package.

In a satirical tone: "It's all good."

I agree with redbullmarky on looking for a dedicated server or vps.  You can find some information on selecting a web host here: http://www.webhostingusers.com/contents/d0000/92/47/view/The-Ultimate-Guide-for-How-to-Choose-a-Web-Host Let us know who you choose and how it works out.

What is the best chat script you have used? Did you customize it at all?  If so, what did you do?