1. GET THE POINT ? OF LIFE, THAT IS. How many of us will look back in our old age and wish we'd gone to more meetings or put in more overtime. The point? Despite pressure to "play it safe" by sticking with your day job ("...but dear, you have a good job, you want to be HAPPY too?") you have every right to follow your entrepreneurial dreams. With the realization that life is for living comes the understanding that it is up to you ? and you alone ? to create the kind of life you really want.
2. GET THE RIGHT PICTURE. Be honest. How much time do you spend bitching about your lousy boss, hellish commute and on and on? As satisfying as a good gripe session is, you're wasting precious energy on the wrong picture. Five minutes a day spent visualizing your ideal work-life and fashioning a plan to get you there will move you far closer to your goal than 30 minutes of complaining about what you don't want. Bottom line: You won't see yourself doing it until you can see yourself doing it.
3. GET CLUED INTO YOUR PASSION. The most successful entrepreneurs love what they do. Haven't quite figured out where your passion lies? Start paying attention to situations or things that grab and keep your attention. Focus less on your skills (what you CAN do) or your resume (what you HAVE done) and instead, try to tune into what it is you really LOVE and WANT to do. What types of things did you love to do as a child? What kinds of characteristics or talents do people compliment you on? What kind of work or lifestyles do you envy? If you don't yet have the knowledge or skills to turn your heart work into a business venture, make it your business to fill the gaps.
4. GET A GRIP ON "IT." In her book Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway, Susan Jeffers says IT is what scares you ? and ultimately, what's holding you back from going after your dream. Perhaps your fear centers on money, or that you're not "smart enough," or that you'll fall flat on your face. Let's face it ? shaking up your life is scary. Yet, "Unless you walk out into the unknown," says Tom Peters, "the odds of making a profound difference in your life are pretty low." So go ahead and indulge in your worst-case fantasy. Then get busy figuring out what steps you can take to prevent it from happening.
5. GET REAL. You've seen the easy money pitches: "Earn $1,000 a week stuffing envelopes in the comfort of your own home." Sounds great, right? Now, snap out of it! Launching your own business takes time and effort. You should also expect a drop in income ? at least in the beginning. Now is the time to revisit the ideal life you outlined in Step 2 and ask yourself, "How much do I really want my ideal life? What am I willing to do or give up to get it?" If you are serious about living life on your own terms, the sacrifice will be worth it.
6. GET INFORMED. Change always seems scarier when you have either inadequate, or worse, inaccurate information. Go to the library. Join associations. Talk to people who have started similar businesses. Take classes. Read trade publications. Subscribe to ezines. The more informed you are, the less "risky" the risks become.
7. GET READY. A goal has been described as a dream with a deadline. Take out a calendar. Even if you haven't nailed down all the details, you should still go ahead and set a target date for when you want your "new life" to begin. Besides being a great source of motivation, knowing how much time you have between now and "D-ream day" lets you create a realistic plan for hitting it.
8. GET SUPPORT. Enthusiasm is contagious, but so is pessimism. Avoid the nay Sayers and try to seek out others who share your passion for living life on your own terms. Consider meeting weekly with other aspiring entrepreneurs to generate ideas, share information and help each other stay on track.
9. GET GOING. To keep from being overwhelmed ? yet still make headway ? break your larger goal down into more manageable steps. Then, no matter how hectic thing get, pledge to take at least one action a day. Even the smallest actions ? jotting down a new idea, reading a single page, or making one phone call ? start to add up. And, once you actually get the ball rolling, it's hard to stop!
10. GET GRATITUDE. At the same time you're setting your sights on achieving your future goal, be mindful of how much abundance you have in your life RIGHT NOW! Changing course is a journey. Count your blessings and enjoy the ride. When you think about it, it's all we really have.
"Off the beaten career path" consultant, Valerie Young, abandoned her corporate cubicle to become the Dreamer in Residence at http://www.ChangingCourse.com, offering free resources to help you discover your life mission and live it. Her career change tips have been cited The Wall Street Journal, USA Today Weekend, Redbook, Entrepreneur's Business Start Ups, and on-line at MSN, CareerBuilder, and iVillage.com. An expert on the Impostor Syndrome, she's presented her How to Feel as Bright and Capable as Everyone Seems to Think You Are program to thousands of people.
Contact Us Today For Ad Information... Ebooks, Scripts,
Websites, and more... Every human body is different and a personal trainer will... Read More Telephone interviews don't just happen; they are the result of... Read More A resume is a tool. It allows employers to see... Read More Ever hear the story of the two masons working side... Read More So that you can decide just how critical your job... Read More Are you thinking about switching careers? If you are, you're... Read More The New Year is a great time to analyze your... Read More You have heard the phrase, "Dress for Success." This is... Read More If you still picture a steady progression up the ladder... Read More So you noticed the new job board posting on your... Read More We've all heard it before: "Just get out there and... Read More How would you know if your resume did or didn't... Read More Steve's a pretty regular guy ? wife, 4 kids in... Read More Job burnout happens when the stress or prolonged frustration of... Read More When you hear the word "networking", what comes to your... Read More Deciding on a resume format is the first major decision... Read More These days most people accept that jobs are not for... Read More Applying for work is stressful, no matter the circumstances. Even... Read More The old adages: "It's not what you know, but who... Read More Finding a legit telecommute job can be difficult. Telecommute jobs... Read More If you are thinking about a career in culinary arts... Read More 10. Understand all of the opportunities available to you. Don't... Read More WARNING: This article is likely to make you mad.In fact,... Read More Are you lost in the wilderness when it comes to... Read More Just about every month, there's a new research report detailing... Read More
Cheap Domain Names
Become A Personal Trainer
Tips for Terrific Telephone Interviews
Your Resume is Just One of the Tools in Your Job Search
Get Beyond Your Tasks
Importance Of Your Job Search
Switching Careers - 7 Key Steps
10 Major Signs of Job Dissatisfaction
Dress For Success
Closing the Gap on Your Career Goals
Nine Ways to Tell Youre Ready for a Promotion
Cracking the Connection Code: Networking for the Introverted
Auto-Disqualification - When Your Resume Never Reaches the Decision Maker
Just a Series of Choices
5 Ways to Combat Job Burnout
The Network Within
Resume Formats ... The Hidden Pitfalls
Career Tips: How To Start A New Career
Job Hunting Tips: Accepting Judgment
Working as a Knowledge Worker in the Information Age
5 Resume Mistakes Telecommuters Often Make
Why Culinary Education
10 Things to Do to Get the Job
Free Resume Template: The ONLY One Youll Ever Need
How to Track Your Right Career
Dissatisfied With Work? Perhaps Its You
Contact Us Today For Ad Information... How good are you at standing up for yourself?Do you... Read More Q & AQ: Are people sometimes cautious of 'headhunters'?A. Yes.... Read More Q. Right after I accepted my new position, the manager... Read More The thought of writing a resume intimidates... Read More You've heard the real estate cliché: the three factors that... Read More The old adages: "It's not what you know, but who... Read More Strange jobs? How do we define that? Years ago I... Read More If you're looking for that promotion or pay rise then... Read More You've just received a call to interview with your dream... Read More Far too many people underestimate the importance of resume cover... Read More In today's unpredictable economy, the idea of job security with... Read More Practicing Empathy A vital part of your networking skills is... Read More 1. Start with an attractive layout. Use bold and italics... Read More Have you ever wanted to become a computer consultant, but... Read More By avoiding these 8 simple mistakes, you can improve your... Read More As you take CDL practice test, you do become more... Read More It's your first month in a new position and it's... Read More Get Inspired about Your CareerDo you linger in bed long... Read More Look upon yourself as a company with a product or... Read More I received the following questions from a visitor to my... Read More In today's competitive job market you can't afford a résumé... Read More There are numerous tools and resources available to guide job... Read More The US Army Corp of Engineers and numerous private companies... Read More It's true. Things have changed. You need to know the... Read More WARNING: This article is likely to make you mad.In fact,... Read More
Affordable and Reliable Web
Hosting Starting
Speak Up: Your Job Is At Stake!
Q & A How to Find a Great Search Firm
Career Strategy When Your Boss is a Bully
15 Tips for Writing Winning Resumes
3 Ways To Succeed On Your First Job (Or Any Job)
Working as a Knowledge Worker in the Information Age
Strange Jobs Still Pay The Bills
How To Get That Promotion
The Top Ten Strategies of A Great Interview
Beat the Crowd with Winning Resume Cover Letters
How To Get A Job Fast
Networking Masterclass - Part 1 - Practicing Empathy
10 Tips For Writing A Professional Résumé
How To Become A Computer Consultant
Job Interview Mistakes To Avoid
CDL Practice Test ? Offers Practice Tests To Prepare For The CDL Exam
Surviving Office Politics
Get Inspired About Your Career
How to Manage Your Career Like a Business
Hey, You Cant Ask Me That! (How to Respond to Inappropriate Job Interview Questions)
Make Your Résumé Sizzle with Success Stories
The Top 10 Mistakes Job Seekers Should Avoid In Contacting An Employer
Working In Iraq: Is It For You?
Have You Been Fired? Laid Off? No? You Will Be!
Free Resume Template: The ONLY One Youll Ever Need
Careers, Jobs & Employment |