Blog Post: Open my own business…now?

In the worse times there are opportunities.  I’m not saying quit your day job. I am saying that you have many talents that you may not be using.  Those unused talents could generate some extra income along with something you enjoy doing and gain recognition in your community. You don’t always need a lot of money to start a business. You do need the desire and drive to do it. This means working hours after your day job, working weekends, etc. One happy customer will tell several friends. And word of mouth is the proven method for referrals and success.

When was the last time you considered starting a business? I’m a geek so my “self” evolves around software, accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, etc. That’s how I’ve made a living for many, many years (yikes, I let my age slip!) and will continue because it’s something I love to do. So……I’m going to invest time in myself and explore teaching, training, doing all the parts I like to do and get paid for it. I’m not greedy, I’m being realistic. And what’s better is I will be helping someone learn a new skill that will benefit them! That’s what I’m talking about! A win-win situation.

Caution! Leaping does require hard work and in most cases continuing education. There are always new products to learn to keep you on the edge. That doesn’t mean you need lots of cash to pull it off. It does mean you need to be self disciplined, devote time and invest in yourself. Read, learn, and improve. You are one of a kind, an original. You were created to be all you want to be. Invest in yourself.

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