How long foes it takes to make the minimum payout?

they (old members) say that it takes longer now than before to reach a payout. in my case, i have been here for a month now. and my earning has reached $7.99 which is quite decent for a not-so active member. i log in to mylot everyday. there were days that i really participated in many discussions and there were days that i just posted 2 responses. the important thing is to inch a little closer to that payout. no matter how big or small, st least im getting closer. probably, next month i will get my first payout, hopefully.