For Those Who Are Really Sick Of Their Jobs Working For Others
You know those days when you walk into work and just feel like slumping in your chair? When you feel like you are drowning in a sea of corporate bureaucracy, internal politics and endless meetings?
If this sounds like the feelings you’ve been having lately towards your 9-5 then it may be time to consider whether or not working for yourself might be right for you. Of course not every person is cut out to be their own boss but if that 5:00 pm alarm clock is sounding more appealing than another day at the office there are steps that can be taken to reach your goals of being self-employed.
One first step is to sit down and figure out how much time you would like to devote to your business. Some people prefer to be working exclusively on their business while others find that keeping a regular day job helps them meet the demands of their business. No matter what your work schedule might look like it is important that you know what kind of hours you are going to be putting in. If you are able then try setting up a one-week trial period so that you can try out self-employment for at least a week before making any decisions about whether or not it’s for you.
A good place for some self-employed individuals to start is with an online business plan. If you aren’t that tech savvy or have a limited budget then try a site like http://www.myplanner.com where you can create a free business plan in just minutes.
If you are able to write down the goals and objectives of your business in an organized and efficient manner then this will help you to stay on task once your actual work begins. It will also make it easier for family and friends to help support your dreams of making it big as well as help them understand just how much time you are devoting to your new endeavor. Business planning is something that is always good to have even if it’s not at the forefront of your mind every single day.
Another thing that you can do is to pick a few simple goals that you feel will help you achieve your business dreams. One of the easiest ways to do this is to set up a small business plan competition with some friends and family members. If they know exactly what your goals are they can be a great sounding board for your ideas.
If you have an online business you might also want to consider setting up live web seminars especially if it’s in the area of your expertise. The goal of a seminar is not only to make money but also to get new customers for your business as well as expand upon your current customer base. One company that has made a fortune doing this is Mary Morrissey’s http://www.marymorrissey.com who runs a monthly live webinar which brings people in from all over the world.
Don’t be afraid to ask other people what they think your best business option might be. Some of them might even offer you some viable business suggestions that you may never have thought of in the first place. With just a bit of careful planning and some hard work you will be on your way to being your own boss.
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Chris Green is a professional writer who offers advice for people who are looking for ways to get their own business up and running with as little hassle as possible. http://www.myplanner.com/business-plan/
Adam Shoffley is a writer for MyPlanner.net, the self-employed planning site where you can create your own business plan in minutes, save time and money, and get the help you need to start your own business. http://www.myplanner.com/business-plan/
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