You know… what I learned over time is we have a tremendous opportunity nowadays. Just think back ten years, how was it that time? What about working on the Internet, was it possible? If yes, how?

We may encounter obstacles along the way, but when you put on your entrepreneurial hat you will realize it’s not that difficult at all. All you have to do is follow instructions (or step-by-step plans) and put in the same effort as you do in a regular job. Maybe a bit differently, yes, but pretty much about the same (or a bit more.)

What I figured is that many small business people are not as determined when they are their own boss as when they work for someone else. The reason may be because when they work for someone else they know they have to finish the task in “2 hours,” or else they may lose the job.

Put that urgency into your own Internet business. Approach each task as if your “job” depends on it. After all, it’s your own Internet business success that depends on it, therefore whether or not you can feed your family.

That said, you may wanna see your better half as being your boss while you’re looking at that monitor… ;-)

~Marcus

I am still working as a radio Dj since the schedule is lax (3-4 hours a day, weekends off) and run my own business. I am not yet willing to lose the job I have there since they pay me all the taxes (i have my wage there) and the salary is not that bad.

Michael here.

Let me first of all compliment you on this great summation for being a self-employed online entrepreneur.

Ever thought of becoming a lawyer …lol?

Taking chances always bares risks. But as you said, risks can be calculated or minimized.

Like for instance by working out a business plan or roadmap to your goals.

Then break down the neccessary action into tasks you can handle one by one …

If you work on them with focus and discipline (did i mention i’m a German … lol), success will follow as sure as day follows night …*-)

And theer are a lotof great training resources available online.
Some free, some will cost a fee.

But an entrepreneur will see this as an investment, that will pay out more later …

Life is all about taking chances. I you take no chances, ask yourself what kind of life your living …

Success to yall of you …

Michael

The Aries

Good blog!

:)

I liked your article and agree with many points. However, you have to take into account that you are a sales guy, a sales guy makes his own destiny a lot more so then say an accountant or a software developer. Sales guys by nature are hunters and a layoff is just another opportunity for them.

I’m not afraid to lose my job because I know I will find one within a few days, such is my profession. But I also agree that once you are on your own, going back to the rate race would be unthinkable.

Ultimately my goal is go on on my own, but I have to be prepared. Starting off on your own without the proper preparation and maturity can be disastrous.

Cheers!

Gene

Great post. I love reading your blog. It’s particularly inspirational to me as a fairly new blogger with big goals. Also thank you for taking the time to reach out to me. It’s very much appreciated.